With an air of excitement and ambition, Ms. Amanda Dennison, the incomparable Founding Principal of Shrewsbury International School Bangkok, stood alongside board members and none other than Mr. Chali Sophonpanich, the visionary behind Shrewsbury International School Bangkok. Together, they officially unveiled the Hanqing Bilingual Pathway at the illustrious City Campus, nestled in the bustling heart of Sukhumvit–Rama 9. This pioneering initiative is the first of its kind in Thailand, offering a premium Mandarin and English learning experience designed to meet the flourishing demand for multilingual education that echoes across the globe. In an era where globalization reigns supreme, the launch of the Hanqing Bilingual Pathway at Shrewsbury International School Bangkok’s City Campus heralds a new dawn of education. It’s not just any program, folks! Proudly perched at the apex of bilingual offerings, this innovative pathway allows students and their families to choose between the renowned British curriculum taught in English…
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In a story that seems ripped from the pages of an action-packed fiction novel, a 55-year-old man’s brush with disaster near Pattaya serves as a reminder that sometimes life can be far more dramatic than our wildest imaginings. On the afternoon of Sunday, January 19, along the buzzing Motorway Route 7, a seemingly ordinary journey took a spine-chilling turn at Kilometer 111 in Takiantia, Bang Lamung. Meet Jakkrit Ruenarun, the protagonist of our tale—a man who found himself quite literally between a rock and a hard place, well, a power pole, to be precise. The driver of a grey Chevrolet sedan, Ruenarun was en route from Pathum Thani to Rayong, a simple trip to visit a friend in the vibrant city of Pattaya. But fate, it seems, had other plans. As he recalls the sequence of events, an unexpected blackout behind the wheel turned his world upside down. “One moment,…
In an ambitious move that has the grapevine buzzing, the government has rolled out the red carpet for a transformative entertainment complex bill. With the clock ticking, the Council of State has been given a strict 50-day deadline to review this flashy piece of legislation before it takes center stage in the House of Representatives. The spotlight is shining brightly on this initiative, with the government asserting that a referendum is as unnecessary as a disco ball in daylight. Since Parliament has already given a nod of approval, they believe further public votes shouldn’t steal any more scenes. Pakorn Nilprapunt, the astute secretary-general of the council, emphasized the urgency being placed on this bill, courtesy of a cabinet decision that loves a dash of speed. When quizzed about the possibility of a public referendum rolling out the red carpet, he diplomatically sidestepped, passing the baton back to the government, who…
Deep within the verdant expanses of Thailand’s Kaeng Krachan National Park, a beguiling enigma has thrived and taken the wildlife community by storm. It’s a discovery as rare as it is mesmerizing: dholes with an unusual pinkish fur coloration have been captured in high-definition glory, stirring excitement among nature enthusiasts and scientists alike. Known as the Asiatic wild dog, or fondly called the ‘whistling dog,’ these lithe predators resemble a long-legged fox more than their canine cousins. But what sets this pack of dholes apart from their typical counterparts is not just their striking appearance, but the serendipitous technology that unveiled them. Thanks to strategically placed camera traps – a collaboration between Kaeng Krachan’s research division and the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Thailand – these elusive canines were caught in natural action. The footage, snapped along the Sam Yot Checkpoint to Ban Krang Road and in the heart of Huai…
In a dramatic turn of events reminiscent of a crime thriller, the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau of Thailand arrested a 32-year-old woman from Suphan Buri, accused of orchestrating a notorious call centre scam. This scam, which cunningly preyed on a trusting grandmother and her grandson, swathed its web of deception far across borders, leaving about 30 victims in its wake each month. This saga unfolded recently, culminating in an arrest on January 20, thanks to the diligent efforts of Police Lieutenant General Trirong Phiwpan and his team. The incident came to light earlier when the victims, hailing from Udon Thani, were ensnared in a malevolent trap set by a gang masquerading as Department of Special Investigation officers. They deceitfully convinced the grandmother and her grandson of their supposed involvement in money laundering, extorting a hefty sum of over 3.4 million baht—nearly US$100,000—from their bank accounts. The brainchild behind this elaborate…
In a gripping tale of crime that continues to unfold, authorities are hot on the trail of a dangerous suspect, Thanasun Nilprasert, infamously known as Tee Bangluang, in connection with the chilling murder of a beloved 60-year-old former teacher, Nak Anantarangsi. This startling event, which could be straight out of a crime thriller, occurred along the bustling Highway 3011 in Bang Pa-in district, nestled within the historical Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province on January 18. As of today, January 21, 2025, the Nonthaburi police are rigorously pursuing the fugitive, coordinating intensively with nationwide immigration offices in a desperate bid to bring Thanasun to justice. Days of tireless investigation have led Bang Pa-in district detectives to gather an ironclad case, enabling them to secure an arrest warrant from the Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Provincial Court. Thanasun faces serious charges, including intentional murder and illegal possession of firearms, with an equally damning…
In a whimsical albeit heart-wrenching muddle, the Institute of Pathology found themselves issuing a rather awkward apology fit for a plot twist in a telenovela. So, imagine their chagrin when they realized they’d inadvertently pulled a switcheroo with the bodies of two precious infants. This mix-up led to one unsuspecting family unknowingly bidding farewell to the wrong little angel. As you might expect, the Department of Medical Services, under whom the institute operates, had their face fixed in a not-so-pleasant cringe. It all started innocently enough—just a regular day at the Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health, where the Institute of Pathology had received the bodies of two baby boys. One had lived a brief four months and one day, while the other saw two months and one day of this world. Both boys had turned their little lights out on the same day, a detail that unfortunately stirred…
In a chilling tale that echoes a high-stakes thriller, a Bangkok resident found himself ensnared in an intricate web of deception that left a gaping hole in his finances, to the tune of nearly 70,000 baht. Meet Kittinat, a 37-year-old oil exploration worker, whose ordeal unveils the staggering lengths con artists will go to orchestrate their schemes. This gripping narrative transcends mere financial loss, delving into the realm of identity theft, simmering tension, and ultimately, a quest for justice. The plot thickened on an ordinary day, January 12, when Kittinat experienced an unexpected disruption in his mobile service. Perplexed by the sudden loss of signal, he initiated contact with his service provider. Despite their reassurances of normal functionality, a sinister undercurrent was at play. Just three minutes post-conversation, the realization hit hard and fast—notifications buzzed in sequence, revealing unauthorized transactions from his credit card with amounts totaling 46,964 baht, 10,000…
Imagine the scene of a daring prison escape set amid the picturesque yet formidable landscape of Chumphon province, Thailand. It sounds like a page out of a gripping novel, but here, fiction steps aside for reality. The escape, staging a masterclass in suspense, unfolded at Huai Klung temporary prison nestled in Wang Tako subdistrict, Lang Suan district—a place known more for its tranquil vistas than high-octane getaways. As the clock struck 3pm on January 20, the quiet confines of Huai Klung were jolted by the escape of an inmate serving time for a drug-related offense. The prison break has triggered an exhaustive manhunt across the district. Just seven hours post-escape, the fugitive remained at large, evoking a blend of drama and intrigue more commonly associated with thrillers than the everyday routines of a Thai prison. The spotlight quickly swung to the escapee, a determined inmate known only as Chaowapat, igniting…
In a bustling blend of tech innovation and health caution, the Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently issued a stern alert regarding the use of Smartwatches and Smart rings for blood sugar monitoring. With digital advancements racing down the track faster than you can say “interconnectivity,” these wearable gadgets have swooped into the market, claiming the fantastic ability to measure blood sugar levels via sophisticated medical software. However, as enticing as it sounds, this technology is still a little too fast and loose for the Thai FDA’s liking. Leutchai Lerwut, the vigilant Deputy Secretary-General of the FDA, has been pulling no punches in highlighting a significant concern: the tech lacks scientific validation. That’s right—what promises to read your blood sugar like a mini-lab on your wrist might actually just be akin to consulting a crystal ball. Without the FDA’s nod of approval, these readouts could lead to disastrously…