In Ang Thong province, an unsuspecting ice cream vendor found himself a victim of a sly con artist in a plot that could be straight out of a crime thriller. It was a Sunday afternoon, February 16th, a serene day disturbed only by the vendor’s jingle of coconut ice cream in the bustling Pho Thong district. Witthoon, a 41-year-old, pedaled his motorcycle sidecar rig, not knowing he was about to trade in 100 baht worth of con-artistry. Enter the fraudster, a stocky teenager with a penchant for tattoos and deception, sporting a blue long-sleeve shirt and standing a modest 165 centimeters tall. With the charm of a seasoned trickster and a red Honda PCX at his disposal, he approached with an audacious request – 10 ice cream sandwiches, claiming they were a sweet pick-me-up for bridge construction workers nearby. Pricing them at 10 baht apiece, Witthoon prepared to make what…
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At long last, a major development is unfolding in the southern region of Thailand. The much-anticipated new border crossing in Songkhla is gearing up to finally open its gates, following years of delay. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is pulling out all the stops to expedite the completion of the connecting road to Malaysia, a crucial link that’s been in limbo for too long. The 38-year-old Prime Minister was in Songkhla recently for a mobile Cabinet meeting on February 18, where the gravity of the situation hit home as she learned about the stalled progress of the 2nd Sadao Border Checkpoint, initially constructed back in 2019. This border crossing is anything but ordinary. With its potential to significantly boost economic exchanges and tourism between Thailand and Malaysia, the stakes are high. However, the barrier lies in the yet-to-be-finished road that would finally link it to Malaysia’s Bukit Kayu Hitam checkpoint. In…
With its sights set on furthering its sports marketing prowess, Singha has inked an electrifying deal with ONE Championship, one of the world’s most esteemed martial arts organizations. Boasting a staggering viewership that spans 195 countries, ONE Championship isn’t just a juggernaut in martial arts; it’s a gateway to a global audience. Leading this ambitious charge is Voravud Bhirombhakdi, the Senior Executive Vice President and Executive Director of Boon Rawd Brewery Co., Ltd., who isn’t new to orchestrating high-stakes sports partnerships. This new alliance stands as a significant milestone under his belt, poised to take Singha’s global brand recognition to stratospheric heights, particularly in Asia and Europe, all while illuminating the path for Muay Thai and its remarkable athletes to shine on the world stage. As the official sponsor for ONE Championship, Singha positions itself at the forefront of a sporting revolution that showcases a melting pot of martial arts…
In the heart of Nakhon Si Thammarat province, beneath the swaying tranquility of a rubber plantation, shadows tell a tale as old as time—a tale of loss, ripple, and the unyielding passage of life. A tale marked by the sorrowful departure of a beloved woman, Arom Nijjanart, whose life ended abruptly in a canal, as solemn and silent as the night that cloaked her. Arom, aged 66, went missing from her home on February 18th, leaving behind a life marked by the simple rhythm of daily routines in Na Sai subdistrict. Her unanticipated absence set her family into a whirlwind of concern, a feeling all too familiar to those who have awaited the return of a loved one gone silent. It was only hours later that their search reached the rubber plantation canal, where the echoes of a life lived quietly were extinguished under the murmur of flowing water. When…
In a tale that underscores a stark and unsettling chapter in the life of a Thai hospital cleaner, a heartrending journey unfolds in the heart of Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok. This story isn’t just a fleeting headline or a blip on the news radar—it’s the rallying cry for justice from a woman caught in the crosshairs of workplace violence. The protagonist of this unfolding drama is Namphung, a 54-year-old maid at Pimolraj Hospital. Her plight came to public attention thanks to the relentlessly determined efforts of her sister, Weelyn Issarangkul Na Ayuttaya. With digital diligence, Weelyn turned to the vast and sometimes unrelenting world of social media to seek justice for Namphung, who was left with brain injuries after an assault on January 21 by a male colleague, Piti Panyalert. As Namphung grapples with the physical and emotional aftermath, Piti remains unruffled, carrying on with his duties at the hospital,…
In what can only be described as a ‘hiss-terical’ turn of events, a sleepy household in Kamphaeng Phet found itself at the center of a slithery spectacle. Tui Suwanbang, a 62-year-old resident, had quite the shock when a whole family of pythons decided to put their feet up in his living room. The incident, which unfolded on the evening of February 18th, turned Tui’s home into an impromptu herpetologist’s haven, with scaly guests measuring up to three meters adding a touch of wild wonder to the night. The rescue squad from Sawang Kamphaeng Phet Unit in Khlong Lan jumped into action, responding swiftly to the call for help. As they arrived at house number 20, Moo 6, Ban Pang Nuea, they saw five well-fed pythons lounging leisurely under a corner table, clearly content in their newfound domestic bliss. Armed with snake-catching tools, the team embarked on the difficult mission of…
In the serene yet bustling early hours of a Wednesday, deep in the heart of Kanchanaburi province, a scene unfolded that painted a stark picture of hope tangled with desperation. A flotilla of Myanmar migrants, numbering forty-five, found themselves on the wrong side of the law’s embrace in Thong Pha Phum district, all in a bid to carve out a brighter future either in the towns of Thailand or across the border in Malaysia. The crowd, consisting of both men and women, had set their dreams in motion by parting with a significant sum — up to 70,000 baht each — to brokers holding the keys to opportunities in the more developed interiors of Thailand or in neighboring Malaysia, at least according to local police reports. Yet, the road to prosperity was anything but smooth for these hopeful travelers. The operation that led to their arrest was orchestrated with precision…
In the serene expanse of Doi Phu Kha National Park, a tragic tale unfolded, turning a routine hunting trip into an unthinkable tragedy in the province of Nan. Among the whispering trees and the rugged terrain, two men embarked on a venture that would forever change their lives. It was an ordinary day on February 17, around 11:38 am, when the unfortunate incident occurred, shattering the peace of the lush mountainous area of Ban Rai, Mueang district. The calm of the wilderness was disrupted when a gunshot rang out, resulting in a life lost and another forever altered. The hunters, Som and Attaporn, had ventured into the national park with the intent to hunt, carrying firearms that would soon play a pivotal role in a heart-wrenching misidentification. As the news spread, shared first by the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation on their social media platform, the details…
Thailand has found itself in the grip of a serious influenza outbreak, with an alarming 107,570 cases reported so far in this year alone. The Ministry of Public Health confirmed this unsettling news yesterday, February 18, as they announced the somber toll of nine lives lost to the illness. With new infections storming in at a whopping rate of 15,000 each week—up significantly from the earlier figure of 10,000 weekly recorded in early 2024—the urgency of the situation is unquestionably rising. Pediatric populations are feeling the brunt of this viral surge, according to Dr. Jurai Wongsawat, spokesperson for the Department of Disease Control (DDC). The current influenza menace appears particularly formidable for children aged five to nine, followed by toddlers under four and adolescents aged 10 to 14. The virus strain causing this medical mayhem seems to be the infamous A/H1N1 of 2009 notoriety. The nine souls lost to this…
In a somber turn of events, the vibrant streets of Rayong province were struck by tragedy as a serene bicycle ride was harshly disrupted, marking the sudden end of 78-year-old Guillaume’s enchanting journey across Thailand. This French tourist’s pedal-powered exploration met a grisly halt at a red light junction in the Rai subdistrict of the Mueang district on the poignant afternoon of February 18th. Guillaume, whose heart was set on savoring one last Thai meal before heading home to France, found his life tragically intertwined with the might of a 10-wheeler truck. The sun was soft in the sky when Police Lieutenant Thanakorn Sawalo received the dire call. Swiftly, he coordinated with his investigative team and embarked on a mission to the accident scene, accompanied by a duty doctor from Rayong Hospital and Sawang Por Kuson Foundation’s rescue troupe. With gravity hanging in the air, the team approached the turmoil…