In the enchanting land of Thailand, a certain woman has defied convention in her quest for marital aspirations, limited not by desire but by mere financial constraints. Unfazed, she plucks the thorns of her predicaments by offering her treasured motorcar as the key to her amorous endeavours. Eagerly intrigued by an unconventional car sale sign, local Thai citizen, Nipon Phosi, seized the opportunity to share this unique story with various media outlets. The sign, in a frank and compelling call for urgency and candidness, stated, “Rapid liquidation required. My romantic entanglement relies on this. 90,000 baht, cash preferred. Negotiations? Always open.” Adorned with the allure of a discounted purchase, buyer’s attractiveness may sway the bargain. The four-wheeler on offer is the venerated Toyota Vios sedan, a classic 2005 model with a elegant vintage bronze aesthetic. Immortalizing a piece of automotive history, the launch price for this motor icon began at…
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The tranquility of Uthai Thani province was shattered yesterday as a domestic disagreement turned tragically fatal in an unfortunate showdown between a man and his stepson. The mortal duel occurred between a 58-year-old man and his 42-year-old stepson, terminating with the stepson lying lifeless on the floor of their shared residence. Both men were consumed by the heated haze of alcohol, leading to a deadly argument, and ultimately a horrifying gunshot. An urgent alert reported to Lan Sak Police Station around 9.40pm, prompting a swift reaction of law enforcement officers and Uthai Thani’s courageous rescue volunteers to rush to the scene of the blood-chilling incident. The unfortunate event unfolded at the homestead with the number 64 in the serene Moo 5, Pradu Yuen, nestled in Lan Sak district. On arrival, Police found the man named Saneh Suwannason calmly awaiting his inevitable destiny – his arrest. Upon entering the abode, the…
Amidst a sea of shimmering stars and the boundless expanse of space, a young Thai scholar who had been chosen for a prestigious space science event in Japan found his dreams come crashing down. Despite his elation at being selected, the lackluster funding response from the Thai government led to him losing this life-changing opportunity. The National Science and Technology Development Agency’s (NSTDA) SPACE Education programme spotlighted this unfortunate event, highlighting a tragic consequence of underfunding. The Japanese programme, dubbed JAXA Asian Try Zero G, is renowned for hosting elaborate space science events. For several years, it has been a hub for young scholars from ASEAN countries, offering a unique platform for them to engage in competitive space experiments. Japan’s grand strategy adopts an interesting blend of hard power and soft power elements. While the country’s cutting-edge technology and robust economy define its hard power prowess, its soft power appeal…
Attention, folks of Thailand! The time has come to dust off your jackets and prepare your umbrellas. The Meteorological Department informs us that a significant change in climate is just around the corner. So let’s decipher what this impending weather variation entails, shall we? While those in the north and northeast are swapping their summer clothes for some cozy knitwear, as they brace for a drop in temperatures, their counterparts in the south and bustling Bangkok are winding up for thunderstorms and powerful gusts of wind. Two dedicated squadrons of high-pressure systems, otherwise known as cold masses, are orchestrating this climate symphony, one reigning over the upper half of the country and another spreading its influence to southern China. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are merely the opening act, before these high-pressure systems fade into cold weather and forceful winds. If we were to put a spot on the ‘weather map’,…
The economic prospects within the vibrant lands of Thailand are currently shrouded in a gloomy mist, necessitating a swift economic boost to halt its precipitous decline. This urgency forms the backdrop of heated debates regarding the true health of the nation’s economy. Detractors question the government’s proposed stimulus package- US$313 million dole-out strategy. This approach, however, necessitates incurring a formidable debt of US$15.6 billion. The renowned scribe of the Thai Prime Minister, Prommin Lertsuriyadet, has put forward compelling signs of the slow-paced growth that Thailand treads on compared to its regional counterparts, an alarming rise in household debt being one of them. These indicators paint a grim picture, trapping the nation in the swirling winds of an economic storm-speeding headlong without any sign of abating. Should the government remain passive and allow the economy to sink or swim, we might be steering towards a precarious economic future, warns Prommin. Envisioning…
The transfer of 41 Thai citizens, caught in the crossfire of conflicts between the Myanmar military and ethnic rebel groups in Laukkai, a frontier town straddling China and Myanmar, is anticipated to occur today. This news was confirmed by no less than the prime minister himself. This group of Thais is part of a larger contingency of 164 Thai citizens, who were heroically extricated by Myanmar officials from the clutches of illicit employment and human smuggling rings. During a sojourn to the vibrant city of San Francisco, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin enlightened representatives of the press on Tuesday, sometime around 4pm in the American Pacific Time Zone, about the judicious plans of the Defence Ministry. The ultimate goal – to reunite these citizens with their homeland from Tachileik, a Myanmar frontier town – by today, November 16, or if fate so dictates, no later than Friday. The Third Army Area…
From the humble rubber plantation to bountiful greenhouse gardens, the tale of Somsak Jantrakul is a testament to the sheer transformative power of innovative farming. Hailing from Khuan Kalong District in Satun Province, Somsak’s journey from a straightforward rubber plantation farmer to an illustrious figure in the field of agricultural success stories is nothing short of inspiring. Somsak drew a line under his previous venture as a rubber plantation owner and dove headfirst into the challenging world of vegetable cultivation. Much to his surprise, this bold departure from his comfort zone proved to be a golden goose, significantly elevating his income and problem-solving acumen. His initial strides into this new realm involved supplying vegetables to local supermarkets. As his efforts started gaining recognition, the supportive agriculture office of Khuan Kalong showered him with funds, shaping his dream of setting up his own greenhouse for unique melon cultivation. An unforgettable saga…
One could argue there’s nothing more alarming than a false promise, especially when it relates to our health. Unfortunately, today, we unravel a deceitful scheme led by Vietnamese investors who were caught red-handed, profiteering from a specialized milk powder product with misleading health benefits. A meticulously planned operation by the esteemed Royal Thai Police (RTP) exposed the perpetrators, ultimately turning their multi-million baht scheme into a regrettable nightmare. Emblazoned on the forefront of this crusade against these fraudulent practices was Police Lieutenant Colonel Witya Sripaoprapha, the stout-hearted RTP Commander. His associate, Police Lieutenant Colonel Supachai Poomhaem, the 4th Battalion Commander of the RTP, along with representatives from the Food and Drug Administration, spearheaded this operation. It resulted in the exposure of this deceptive international network catering to a gullible market with unfounded health promises. Ironically, their product was more than just milk powder. It was masqueraded as a medical marvel,…
The early morning tranquility of Mae Tam intersection was abruptly shattered by the heartrending catastrophe of a three-vehicle collision. The incident, a tragic pageant of shattered metal and shattered lives, claimed the mortal existence of a young man, entangled within the gruesome jaws of his demolished pickup truck. Time, unmoving in its relentless march, registered the calamity at 2.30 am, as the plaintive sirens of Phayao local police and rescue squads shattered the hushed stillness. Initial investigations brought to light the heart-rending detail that the decedent bore the name Peerapat and was full of life at 34 years of age. The depiction of ‘Icarus fallen’ was brought to life as he lay entrapped within the wreckage of his twined pickup truck. The specialized apparatus and the dedicated hands of the officials, subtly combating their visceral responses, managed to extract his mortal remains. A somber journey then embarked to the hospital,…
It was a scene plucked straight from a spine-chilling thriller. In the serene southern province of Thailand known as Surat Thani, a horrifying murder occurred. Sangiam Penrum, an unsuspecting 53-year-old resident, was found lifelessly sprawled outside his residence. The catch, however, was the bizarre absence of his head that shocked locals and bred talk of gruesome human sacrifice. Kung, a local Thai resident, soon drew suspicion; his odd actions and strange rituals gave rise to a cloud of suspicion. His known rituals included acts of sacrifice and treasure hunting. Police didn’t delay detaining Kung to probe further, but the results of the interrogation remain a locked secret, confined only to the investigators. However, the mystery of Sangiam’s decapitated head and the identity of his killer were of paramount importance. After five days of tireless detective work, officers traced a repulsive stench to a water tank some 300 meters away from…