Imagine having your hard-earned cash vanish into thin air, spirited away by the alluring promise of fruit juices, herbal beauties, and the digital gold rush of cryptocurrency. This isn’t the plot of a Hollywood heist movie; it’s the tale of how the once-coveted Ufun online pyramid scheme took a staggering 10 billion baht from the pockets of hopeful investors. After nearly a decade of playing an epic game of hide-and-seek, the curtain has finally closed on one elusive character, the wife of a top executive in the Ufun saga, captured in the quiet, unsuspecting town of Si Sa Ket. Just yesterday, the unassuming streets of Si Sa Ket’s Muang district became the unlikely stage for a moment of justice as officers from the Consumer Protection Police Division made their move. Ratthakitbovorn (let’s keep her surname our little secret), was apprehended in front of a house, ending her nearly 10-year escapade.…
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Take heed, health-conscious citizens and those of you out there with a heart for self-care! The Ministry of Public Health is sounding the alarm on a sneaky adversary that’s about to turn our blue skies a shade grimmer. We’re talking about the insidious ultra-fine dust known as PM2.5, which is set to make our air quality take a nosedive from next month through to March. So buckle up, because we’re in for a rather dusty ride. Cue our knight in medical armor, Dr. Thongchai Keeratihuttayakorn, the Department of Disease Control chief, who’s got his eye on these minute menaces smaller than 2.5 microns. These particles are not just pesky dust specks; they’re health hijackers, especially for the vulnerable groups among us. Let’s talk numbers, shall we? We’ve got about 279,000 individuals battling the lung-laboring chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a staggering 20,000 gasping through acute asthma attacks, and 5,000 dear hearts…
Imagine, if you will, the solemn polish of a network’s logo being cleaned to a sparkling shine – a logo that has weathered the storms of legal battles and emerged unscathed on the other side. Such is the picture for iTV Plc, whose recent triumph in the Supreme Administrative Court has become the stuff of broadcasting legend. A saga filled with arbitration, legal intricacies, and a whopping 2.8 billion baht at stake, this story is one that held its participants in a breathless grip, and now it’s time to turn the pages back to where the drama began. Let’s rewind to 2007. iTV finds itself enmeshed in a tangled web spun by conflicting claims of defaulted concession fees – a fiscal boogeyman that is all too real for the network’s executives. It was a titanic battle that would span more than a decade, with iTV requesting a legal pronouncement from…
Imagine this: a serene village in Sa Kaeo province, Thailand, disrupted by an injustice that could have been lifted straight out of a suspenseful mystery novel. Panya Khongsaenkham, our unassuming 56-year-old protagonist, finds himself entangled in a chilling tale of wrongful accusation and police misconduct. You see, Panya was implicated in the most grievous of crimes—the murder of his wife, the unpredictable yet endearing Buaphan Tansu. Now enter the knights in shining armor—the Department of Special Investigation (DSI). This elite task force has swept in with a mission: to clear Panya’s name and unearth the truth behind Buaphan’s tragic demise. Spearheaded by the keen Pol Maj Yutthana Praedam, the DSI is relentlessly peering into every nook and cranny of this perplexing puzzle. It’s a twist you wouldn’t expect—it turns out that on a fateful day, security cameras captured footage that ripped the case wide open. It was not Panya, the…
As the sun rose over the expanse of Thailand’s political landscape, a wave of anticipation broke across the halls of the parliament. A familiar face, Pita Limjaroenrat, the advisory chairman of the opposition Move Forward Party (MFP), was making his grand re-entrance, brandishing his signature wave that seemed to energize his colleagues. It wasn’t just another Thursday in the chamber—it was a day of new beginnings, of long-awaited returns. Oh, how the cameras loved him! (Image: Nutthawat Wichieanbut, capturing the moment for posterity) Mr. Pita’s comeback wasn’t just about taking up space on the parliament’s leather-bound seats. Oh no, this was about rolling up sleeves, staring sternly across the chamber, and wielding the mighty gavel of scrutiny over government schemes. On his to-do list? Three bulging dossiers—the digital wallet giveaway, the colossal Land Bridge endeavor, and the alluring Soft Power initiative. “Gentlemen, ladies,” he began, addressing the sea of eager…
Under a tropical sky, where the scent of Thai spices mingles with the warm breeze, a momentous handshake takes place. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, with a smile both welcoming and proud, greets German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in the historic hallways of Government House. Their meeting is not just a formality; it’s a mingling of history and anticipation. With the glow of reporters’ cameras capturing every gesture, these leaders dive deep into vital discussions encompassing trade, investment, and the golden thread of tourism binding their nations together. The visit, spanning a swift yet significant three days, is more than just another entry in diplomatic diaries. It marks a turning point that could transform Thailand into an electrifying beacon of innovation in the EV world, thanks to Germany’s pledge to power up investment in this sector. This grand promise, delivered by Prime Minister Srettha on Thursday, lights up imaginations with visions of…
Welcome to a tale so bizarre it’ll make your hair stand on end—or perhaps, given the protagonist, make you roar with disbelief! Imagine cruising down the bustling streets of Pattaya, famous for its sun-kissed beaches and neon lights, only this time the head-turner isn’t the glitzy skyline but a lion cub… in a Bentley convertible, no less! This isn’t a scene from an over-the-top blockbuster; it’s the reality that set the Thai interwebs ablaze. A viral video snippet showed this majestic little beast nonchalantly perched in the back of a swanky white Bentley, causing quite the online uproar—and whisking the authorities into swift action. It all unfurled when national park rangers donned their detective hats and, alongside police, paid a visit to a shady residence nestled in Bang Lamung district’s tambon Nong Prue. And, as if straight from a scene in a crime thriller, they found the nine-month-old lion cub…
Imagine standing in the heart of Bangkok, gazing upon the regal splendor of the Grand Palace and the sacred Wat Phra Kaew. Picture the delighted crowds of tourists that thronged these iconic landmarks on January 10th, absorbing the intricate beauty of Thailand’s rich heritage. Now, in a game-changing move set to create waves from the bustling streets of Bangkok to the Great Wall of China, a bilateral bonanza beckons as Thailand and China are gearing up to roll out the red carpet for each other’s citizens starting this March 1st – no visa, no fuss! During an upcoming visit from China’s top diplomat, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, an agreement to consign visa obstructions to the annals of history will be inked. As per the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this diplomatic dance over the details has concluded with a harmonious result – citizens from both homelands can soon travel with…
In a world where economic forecasts often hold as much excitement as watching paint dry, the Fiscal Policy Office of a vibrant nation bursts onto the scene with a rather optimistic prediction. Their director-general, the effervescent Pornchai Thiraveja, stepped up as the voice of reason, colorfully declaring that the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is set to grow like a sprightly beanstalk by 2.8% this year. This enthusiastic projection isn’t just wishful thinking—it’s underpinned by a robust increase in both exports of goods and a delightful kaleidoscope of services. Now, what could possibly add more glitter to this already shimmering economic upturn? Pornchai reveals that the pièce de résistance comes in the form of jet-setting international tourists, with their cameras ready and wallets open. An astounding leap to 33.5 million foreign souls is anticipated to grace this country’s shores, bringing a 19.5% uptick from the previous year. These globetrotters aren’t…
Step into the scintillating universe of Thai BL—Boys’ Love—a genre that has not only captivated hearts across the globe but also opened up a treasure trove of opportunities for Thailand’s savvy marketers. On a sun-drenched Wednesday, the esteemed Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai laid out a vision as vibrant as the streets of Bangkok: tapping into the bustling bazaar of international affections for Thai BL series. “Imagine a world where devotion to heart-fluttering Thai dramas translates into a symphony of sales,” Phumtham mused in front of an enraptured audience. “We have an ocean of fans with a passion fired up enough to power a robust market for our national treasures,” he continued, alluding to the tantalizing prospect of fans’ wallets opening as wide as their devotion to the genre. Phumtham hinted at a strategy as crafty as a plot twist in a BL drama, though he held his cards close to…