Esteemed TV personality Kanchai Kamnerdploy recently found himself at the centre of controversy facing charges of defamation. The accuser, esteemed university lecturer Weerachai Phutthawong, is resolute in his decision to vindicate himself in court. This contentious issue, which caught the public’s attention yesterday, is primarily derived from constant online derision and claims of mobster-like conduct. Weerachai is an honoured faculty member of the Chemistry Department within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the prestigious Kasetsart University. His stern determination to exonerate himself is evident in his endeavour to challenge the lawsuit in court. The disagreement first came to public light when Kanchai, a highly popular TV presenter, announced on a public platform that he was facing defamation charges. He pointed out an unidentified renowned professor, accusing him of incessant online mockery that included offensive remarks and allegations of mob involvement. This unexpected revelation intensified the pre-existing tense environment, shocking…
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In an anticipation-filled ambiance, locals congregated, harboring hopes of cashing in on good fortune traced back to an extra-ordinary, mysterious eel-like creature discovered by a 53-year-old Mukdahan local, Somchai. Exhibiting a striking yellow-white hue and arresting black eyes, the bewitching entity has effortlessly transformed the life of its owner by leading him to a remarkable four consecutive, lucky lottery triumphs. Somchai introduced the enigmatic fish to the villagers, putting the approximately 75 cm long creature with its entrancing white body shimmering with an elaborate matrix of veins and gleaming black eyes on display in a rustic bamboo cage. Reflecting on his serendipitous encounter with the fish, Somchai reveals that he crossed paths with the puzzling creature two months prior while on a nocturnal fishing excursion in a nearby rivulet. Initially, caught off guard by the creature’s resemblance to a snake, he was pleasantly surprised to realize he had stumbled upon…
The tranquilizer drug identified as flualprazolam is quickly garnering widespread use in the far-reaching southern provinces of Thailand, assert the local governing authorities. This popular use of the drug springs from its detection in a particular variant of pills called nimetazepam, by Songkhla’s distinguished Regional Medical Sciences Centre 12. Alarmingly, this uncovers the initial penetration of the drug flualprazolam onto Thai shores. The Regional Centre was commissioned by Thailand’s reputable Department of Medical Sciences, under the experienced leadership of director-general Supakit Sirilak, to critically scrutinize nimetazepam pills. Commonly referred to as Erimin 5, this drug sits under the category of Category 2 psychotropic drugs. During the scholarly analysis, the tranquilizer flualprazolam was found to be present in these pills. Flualprazolam falls under the benzodiazepine class of tranquilizers that are predominantly used in therapy for panic disorders and insomnia, as well as in the mitigation of anxiety. Official documentations dating back…
Action unraveled in the heartland of Ratchaburi, a bustling province in central Thailand, when a mere teenager’s seemingly ordinary life was put to an abrupt halt. Playing the enigmatic role of a narcotic ringleader, 16-year-old Jor saw his world collapse on Tuesday as he fell into the firm grip of law enforcement. A thorough sweep by the determined officers at Baan Pong Police Station transformed Jor’s residence in the Nong Pla Mor district into a crime scene. Outmatched and outnumbered, Jor’s attempt to make an escape was thwarted as the officers adroitly performed their duty and claimed victory. Intriguingly, Jor’s bag was not your typical teenager’s; instead, it was a Pandora’s box brimming with an assortment of narcotics. A further foray into his dwelling provided even more shocking revelations. An illicit assortment amassing up to 447 grams of heroin, 43 rations of ecstasy, 61 grams of ketamine, 361 batches of…
In line with the established precepts of Buddhism, the recent case of Khanech Suchinano being stripped of his monk’s title – better known in his community as Kay – has shed light on the repercussions of deviating from the strict tenets of monastic discipline, bringing into focus the stern steps taken by authoritative bodies to uphold the sanctity of this age-old religious institution. Previously, Khanech, or Kay as he is fondly addressed, was relieved of his monkhood following an injunction promulgated for his immediate arrest. His journey towards becoming a monk initially started through a group ordination event, masterminded by a local temple. An article published on a Buddhist news portal recently revealed some startling details about Kay’s monastic journey. It confirmed that Kay had successfully relinquished his monkhood at the famous Wat Takrop, located in the picturesque Chaiya district of the Surat Thani province. This action was the result…
Saying farewell to an era in Thailand’s political landscape, Tuesday saw the final Cabinet meeting of the outgoing administration. Englishman caretaker Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha for the very last time led the meeting, which concluded with a group snapshot capturing the ministers and supporting staff in one frame. The retired Prime Minister used this opportunity to express his deep-felt thanks to every member who allotted their time and effort to the government’s function and the progression of the nation. Displaying his innate humility and composure at the age of 69, he refrained from leaving any parting advice for the upcoming administration. According to The Pattaya News report, Prayut opted instead to freeze his political pursuits temporarily and focus on spending quality time with his family. Post this historic Cabinet meeting, the former PM made time for an interview, wherein he echoed his appreciation for the Cabinet members and various…
The elite Move Forward Party (MFP) recently urged Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to discuss the resolution of convening a referendum during the maiden session of his Cabinet. This occurred in light of the House of Representatives’ denial of MFP’s bid to fast-track a wholesome constitution alteration. At this time, it is nestled at number 33 on the House’s priority list. Recognizing the gravity of the matter, representative Parit Wacharasindhu responded to the House’s decision, emphasizing that the young administration should prioritize the referendum. He suggested that right after the first Cabinet assembly, this issue should be addressed, possibly as earlier as Tuesday. The referendum, according to Wacharasindhu, pivots around vital questions such as whether the charter should be entirely re-written and the procedure of selecting an appropriate body to carry out this task. A flashback to November reveals that the House had unanimously passed a motion, which received support from…
An ancient violin tracing back to 200 years ago, which conservatively appraised at 18 million baht (an equivalent of $514,580), has been triumphantly reclaimed by its renowned owner, a highly esteemed Chinese violinist. The much-cherished musical instrument had been inconspicuously left in a taxi in Bangkok, leading to a determined recovery mission. Key players in this feat included the Thong Lor police force and JS100 Traffic Radio who collaboratively managed to track down the unwitting taxi driver. The tense chronicles began when the internationally-acclaimed violinist, Xue Wei, vacated the taxi after his journey from a restaurant nestled on Sukhumvit Soi 26. Regrettably, he overlooked a bag in the backseat of the cab which cradled his invaluable violin. In his quest to retrieve this irreplaceable piece of history, Xue Wei approached the Police Sergent Major Kriangkrai Kornthaisong, a detective stationed at the Thong Lor Police department. Together, they painstakingly went through…
Going viral on TikTok, a video that features a snake in a peculiar curled position has left the audience intrigued, crossing over 2 million views! The person behind the camera is user sengdymanithep who posted the video while the remarkable snake remained immobile, ignoring all attempts to provoke a move. The snake positioned itself in a specific structure, which appears to be an encryptic formation of various numbers. This behavior, especially ahead of the Thai lottery draw scheduled for the subsequent day, Friday, September 1st, began a flurry of interpretations among lottery enthusiasts. Here’s the talk of the village; a significant resident of Mukdahan province aged 53 stumbled upon a fish that showcases a distinctive eel-like persona. The fish delineates a yellowish-white hue along with contrasting black eyes portraying a head-turning sight. This unique creature, considered a charm of luck, has led to a sequence of wins in the lottery…
In an unexpected series of events, a policeman in Thailand found himself forking out a whopping 140,000 Baht as a settlement to Tittaya Boonpamee, a local durian vendor. This hefty amount served as reparation for a physical brawl that had broken out between them, a tussle triggered over an unsquared debt of 350 baht for the purchase of the pungent fruit. The 27-year-old vendor, Tittaya, had her personal video footage of the event spread across social media, featuring segments of the scuffle captured by a surveillance camera. The shared video successfully drew extensive attention towards her story, which she later unfurled in great detail to the ThaiRath. The incident had its roots in a coffee shop nestled in the quaint northeastern province of Sisaket, in August. The officer, whose identity remains undisclosed, seemingly bought a durian for 1,350 Baht but only coughed up a cash amount of 1,000 Baht, a…