In the rapidly evolving realm of artificial intelligence (AI), three core components stand out as essential for ASEAN regional collaboration: computing capabilities, data interoperability, and policy harmonization. With a focus on advancing AI capabilities, UNESCO has positioned Thailand as a potential leader, highlighting its strategic importance in Southeast Asia’s digital trajectory. Recently, Thailand had the distinct honor of hosting the UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI, a landmark event marking its inaugural presence in the Asia-Pacific region. This forum underscored Thailand’s growing clout in governing cutting-edge technologies. “Thailand is under the global spotlight for its innovative governance and policy advancements in AI technology,” remarked Irakli Khodeli, head of the Ethics of AI Unit at UNESCO’s Social and Human Sciences Sector, during an interview with the Bangkok Post. The recent forum attracted an impressive assortment of stakeholders from 88 countries, including 35 ministers, numerous intergovernmental bodies, and tech giants…
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In the peaceful surroundings of Wat Chang Lek in Bang Sai district, the local community found themselves rallying together in support of Prakhru Pratheep Watcharaporn, a respected abbot from Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province. However, news emerged that he had been entangled in a scandalous scheme perpetuated by a cunning call center gang. As the district head monk of Ban Klueng, Prakhru Pratheep faced the difficult task of explaining how he had been misled, resulting in actions he deeply regretted. The air was tense as residents gathered to hear from Prakhru Suwat Bunyoophas, the district head monk of Bang Sai, and Prakhru Baidika Noppharat Pakphitcharoen, the diligent district secretary. Together, they aimed to clarify the situation and investigate the unfortunate turn of events. Prakhru Suwat, addressing the crowd, acknowledged the viral video that had stirred up quite the uproar. He reminded everyone that monks are constantly encouraged to follow monastic…
Imagine a story that seems plucked from the pages of a thrilling crime novel yet unfolds right in the bustling precincts of Thailand’s Samut Prakan province. A seemingly quiet day quickly morphed into high drama, leaving a veteran journalist with a black eye and a community reeling from the shock—a tale that captivates with its intense emotions and unexpected twists. The sun barely set when Sarawut Wanya, a seasoned 41-year-old journalist known for his dogged pursuit of truth, encountered an alarming scene. A white Mitsubishi Triton truck, like a ghost in the mist, collided with a Honda Wave motorcycle operated by a young 26-year-old rider named Sirikorn in the bustling Phra Pradaeng district. A fracture wrought havoc on Sirikorn’s leg, grounding her future plans indefinitely. Sarawut, on a mission to document justice, approached the truck’s driver, suggesting he wait for the police’s arrival—a customary nod to the judicial process. But…
In the dim pre-dawn hours of July 11, a pulsating sense of urgency brought life to a typically quiet backstreet in Chon Buri. Here, two men embarked on a venture hardly glorified: slicing through aluminium with unrelenting vigor. Their tools? Not high-tech gadgetry, but the sturdy simplicity of hammers. Their transport? A weary, beaten-down motorbike that had seen better days. This wasn’t a calculated crime spree orchestrated by masterminds; it was a tale of desperation and dire necessity, driven by the tenacious grip of poverty. When the Bang Lamung Police, led by the astute Police Colonel Sarawut Nuchanart, responded to the residents’ alert about suspicious nocturnal activities, they stumbled upon this harsh tableau. Accompanied by the astute Deputy Superintendent Lieutenant Colonel Kornphong Sukvisithi and other law enforcement stalwarts, they apprehended the two fervent metal slicers in action. The duo, Surachai Liangjampa and Praphan Premsawas, aged 45 and 43 respectively, found…
Picture this: you’re in Bangkok, navigating the hustle and bustle of one of the city’s busiest highways. It’s sweltering hot, your car’s air conditioning struggles to keep up, and you’re gently tapping the steering wheel, trying to keep calm. Suddenly, the serenity is shattered—not by the cacophony of honking horns or the screeching of brakes—but by the unlikely sight of a portly pig trotting merrily across multiple lanes, turning Rama II Road into a scene straight out of a slapstick comedy. The scene, captured in its bizarre glory by TikTok user Mint.eoidai, shows the porcine adventurer embarking on a leisurely stroll, blissfully indifferent to the chaos it left in its wake. The footage quickly garnered thousands of views, as viewers laughed along with “Pig’s Day Out,” a captivating tale of a pig that apparently decided the highway was the perfect place for an impromptu promenade. “The pig looked so relaxed,…
In an unexpected twist in the European skies, Thai Airways is preparing for a robust cargo surge across the continent. In an audacious move poised to stir the market, Thai Airways has entrusted Globe Air Cargo with the reigns of its Swiss freight operations. The Swiss arm of Globe Air Cargo, a proud subsidiary of the logistics behemoth ECS Group, has clinched an exclusive arrangement to act as the general sales and service agent (GSSA) for Thai Airways in Switzerland. The agreement, unveiled this week, kicks into high gear on August 1, marking a pivotal stride in ECS Group’s burgeoning European expansion. With this new alliance, Globe Air Cargo Switzerland assumes control of all cargo capacities on Thai Airways’ daily widebody flights linking Zurich to Bangkok. The airline is set to deploy its renowned Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 aircraft along this route. The grand plan? To offer flawless onward…
In an unsettling series of events unfolding in the serene backdrop of Phuket, a local man found himself battling for his life after a nightmarish ordeal that took a dark turn. The episode, believed to have been triggered by a drug-induced hallucination, saw the 41-year-old unwittingly inflict a gruesome wound on himself, leaving his family stricken with fear and heartbreak, unable to muster the courage to visit him at the hospital. It was a tumultuous Thursday afternoon, around 1:30 PM on July 10, when the quiet village of Srisoonthorn, specifically near the Wat Manik area, was disrupted by an emergency response. Reports of a man gravely injured and drenched in his own blood sent the Thalang Police and swift responders from the Kusoldharm Phuket Foundation racing to a simple shed where a tragic scene awaited them. There, they discovered him lying in a vast pool of blood, desperately clinging to…
In the misty pre-dawn hours of Pattaya, when even the most nocturnal creatures contemplate winding down, a dramatic spectacle unfolded that seemed ripped straight from a thrilling action movie. Picture this: on July 11th, in the wee hours, a battalion of officers stormed the infamous 86 Club, a notorious hotspot simmering on Soi Bongkot. What triggered this formidable raid? A concoction of relentless complaints from exasperated locals, and alarmingly, a recent brawl that could rival the rowdiest of street rumbles. The raid wasn’t an impulsive decision but a carefully orchestrated maneuver led by a trinity of determined officials—Acting Lieutenant Choltis Leyanont, the eagle-eyed Chon Buri Provincial Administrative Officer, Nathapop Yomjinda, the astute Deputy District Chief of Bang Lamung, and Police Colonel Anek Srathongyoo, who helms the Pattaya City Police Station. Together, they sought to unmask the lawlessness that lurked behind the pulsating neon lights of the infamous club. The immediate…
The latest revelation in South Korea’s bustling scene of foreign arrivals comes with a curious twist. While the nation continues to beckon international students and trainees with open arms, an unexpected decline has emerged from a once-thriving contingent. Thai students and trainees, once flocking to South Korea in notable numbers, have taken a nosedive, leading many to scratch their heads in wonder. Statistics Korea reports unveiled a significant reduction in 2024, with only 21,000 Thai nationals entering on student and training visas — a dramatic 40% decrease from the previous year’s tally. This fall is starkly contrary to the broader trend showcasing a 19% increase in overall foreign entries for study or training, totalling 99,000. The statistics agency hasn’t shed light on this drop-off, leaving experts and pundits to draw their own conclusions. Some theorize that South Korea’s economic challenges could be a contributing factor. A sluggish growth rate is…
In the shadowy hush of the early morning hours, a scene akin to a high-octane drama unfolded in Pattaya. As the clock ticked over to 3am on July 12, 2025, in the quiet environs near the Meteorological Department’s weather forecasting office on Phratamnak Hill, a lively assembly of youthful exuberance unexpectedly gave way to high stakes intrigue, prompting an urgent call to the local law enforcement. Pattaya City Police, under the vigilant conduct of Police Colonel Anek Sarathongyoo and Police Lieutenant Kittisuk Suthinitatwong, Deputy Inspector of Pattaya City Police, responded with alacrity to the community’s concerns. Descending upon the scene, the authorities encountered a cadre of more than 20 individuals, all youthful in disposition, their ages sprawled between 15 and 25 years. Their gathering, adorned with a parade of parked motorcycles, seemed innocuous until a lone, wary youth wove through the throng attempting a discreet but hasty departure. It was…