It was an ordinary morning when the halls of the Ministry of Justice in Bangkok echoed with a bittersweet commemoration. On this bright June 19, precisely at 9 a.m., an unprecedented event unfolded that would ripple through Thailand’s history. Police Colonel Tawee Sodsong, the distinguished justice minister, played the role of a presiding figure in a ceremony that was monumental not just for its actions but also for the message it sent across the nation: the accountability of power and the justice owed to its people. This significant event took place along the bustling Cherng Watthana Road, where the lofty pillars of justice decided to stand as sentinels against the evils of torture and forceful disappearance. Under the authoritative watch of the Prevention and Suppression of Torture and Enforced Disappearance Act of 2022, the Thai government stepped forward, offering a financial olive branch to the families left bereft by injustices…
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In the lush and historically rich district of San Kamphaeng in Chiang Mai, the whispers of illegal activity have finally reached a crescendo, landing a 70-year-old man named Ayree in the crosshairs of law enforcement. Having tip-toed the legal boundary for more than two decades, Ayree has been accused of operating a clandestine soil excavation site, thriving within the shadowy confines of the Buakkang subdistrict — a strictly designated green zone protected fiercely by local planning regulations. This emboldened septuagenarian allegedly carried out his operations with an air of defiance, undeterred by Chiang Mai City’s restrictions that strictly prohibit such activities. Ayree’s site, hidden amidst the verdant landscape, buzzed with mechanical fervor as two excavators and three dump trucks worked tirelessly, echoing the cacophony of industry that defied the natural peace. For over 20 years, local residents have borne the brunt of this environmental onslaught, grappling with noise pollution, relentless…
In a riveting episode caught on the viral waves of TikTok, a routine tyre inspection nearly turned into a catastrophe, only to be averted by the nimble instincts of a vigilant shop owner. The heart-stopping video, shared by user @chonkanyang, captures the startling incident that unfolded on June 18 at a local tyre shop. The footage begins innocuously enough, depicting the owner calmly examining a neatly stacked tower of tyres. But within mere moments, tranquility gives way to turmoil as a tyre violently explodes with a deafening blast. Shards of rubber and clouds of dust fill the air with an unexpected fury, yet, astonishingly, the owner escapes harm’s way just in time. The secret? A keen intuition cultivated by years in the trade. “I could hear a strange noise from the tyre,” he remarked to onlookers. “That sound always comes before a blowout.” This prudent foresight spared him any injury,…
In an exhilarating display of international cooperation, Hong Kong police and Suvarnabhumi Immigration executed a dramatic breach through the clouds of crime, swooping down on a suave suspect involved in a jaw-dropping 10 million baht luxury brand theft. Like a scene plucked from the pages of a spy thriller, the chase took a transnational twist as the perp ditched the neon-lit streets of Hong Kong and touched down on Thai soil, baggage bursting with high-end loot. The date was June 18, and the scene was set for justice to unfold in the bustling terminals of Suvarnabhumi Airport. Spearheading this cross-border operation was the intrepid Police Major General Choengron Rimpadee, our very own maestro of the immigration beat, operating under the diligent directives of Police General Kittirat Phanphet and Police Lieutenant General Phanumart Boonyaluck. Their plan was flawless, and with a flick of the baton, the spotlight turned on Su Kai—our…
In the serene district of Mueang in Chon Buri, the quiet of the night was shattered by a sorrowful incident that left the local community in shock. A 42-year-old man, known as Phon, was tragically found dead in his bedroom, a gunshot wound to his temple marking the abrupt end of a life. The discovery unfolded in the late hours of June 18, sending ripples of grief, confusion, and unanswered questions through his family and friends. The stark reality struck like a thunderbolt when officers from Don Hua Lo Police Station, led by Police Colonel Suchaiyot Chuaikaew, were alerted to the scene at approximately 10:40 PM. Accompanying the police were dedicated investigators and rescue personnel from the Thammasat Nirun Foundation, whose arrival painted a grim picture of the events that had transpired. Inside the modest single-story home in Don Hua Lo subdistrict, Phon lay motionless on his bed, clutching a…
In the latest whirlwind of international diplomacy, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is in the center of a political maelstrom after an explosive leaked audio clip landed in the public sphere, igniting controversy with the neighboring nation of Cambodia. The unexpected exposure of her private tête-à-tête with Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen has sparked a diplomatic storm, pressing the Thai leader to issue a heartfelt public apology. Looking sincere yet firm at an urgent press conference, she assured the nation that in no way had she anticipated this private conversation would be broadcasted beyond the walls of confidentiality. “I had no inkling that the clip would escape into the wild,” she declared, her voice tinged with regret. “I sincerely apologize for any unease caused. This isn’t a moment to bicker among ourselves; it’s a moment for unity.” The audio, reputedly featuring the youthful 38-year-old leader of the Pheu Thai party, emerged…
In a rather dramatic turn of events at the Khlong Luek Border Checkpoint in the bustling Aranyaprathet district of Sa Kaeo province, a Thai transwoman recently found herself in quite the pickle. She and her boyfriend were stopped in their tracks by vigilant immigration officers on June 18th, as they attempted to slip into Thailand from Cambodia against a backdrop of closed borders and simmering land disputes. The border checkpoint scene buzzed with tension as they faced the reality of having breached legal entry protocols without the necessary travel documents. In the eye of this storm stood the transwoman, who fervently asserted her innocence, claiming she was not a willing accomplice in any call centre scam operation. Instead, she explained, she had been cunningly ensnared by a deceitful gang. She pleaded her case passionately, foreseeing a nightmarish scenario where she might be deported and returned to the clutches of the…
The recent decision to ratchet up the daily minimum wage to 400 baht has stirred quite the commotion among Thailand’s restaurant industry. Scheduled to take effect starting July 1st, this uptick will encompass not only workers in bustling Bangkok but also extend its reach to personnel in an array of hotels and entertainment venues nationwide. Currently, the going rate for minimum wage workers in the capital stands at 372 baht per day, so the hike has left many restaurateurs scratching their heads in contemplation. At the forefront of voicing these concerns is Thaniwan Kulmongkol, the President of the Thai Restaurant Association. Thaniwan shines a spotlight on a tricky conundrum: while restaurant bosses typically stretch their pockets to offer wages loftier than the current minimum in order to woo workers, the increase might nudge the entire wage structure into a rethink. The change is likely to ripple through the industry, especially…
In the dimly lit canvas of a typical Thai night, a tragic scene unfolded on June 18th, leaving not just a scar on the tarmac of Bang Na-Trat Road, but on the hearts of those who witnessed it. Under the cool gaze of the night stars, a scooter zipped down the highway. It was there, along the outbound stretch to Bangkok, nestled in the Bang Samak subdistrict of Chachoengsao’s Bang Pakong district, that destiny unfurled its critical and heartbreaking twist. The protagonist of this sorrowful tale was a young 17-year-old, known simply as A, whose life was tragically cut short in a collision with fate. A’s Honda Giorno, built for softer rides through bustling lanes rather than the fast-paced freeway, was found upended and crumpled on the gravel-strewn road, its once graceful form marred by the violent encounter with the unforgiving metal of a barrier. As the authorities arrived, the…
On what began as an ordinary day in the bustling Pracha Uthit area of Bangkok, a tragic incident unfolded that has sparked widespread outrage and a call for justice. It all started when 60-year-old Somchai, a man battling heart disease, sought medical attention at a local clinic located in Soi Pracha Uthit 33 on a seemingly routine Tuesday afternoon. What transpired next is a harrowing tale of medical negligence that has sent shockwaves through the community, as reported by Facebook page Jmoi V+. Somchai’s day took a dire turn when he began experiencing a tightness in his chest, a symptom not uncommon for someone with his condition, but alarmingly urgent nonetheless. Recognizing the severity, Somchai enlisted the help of his son, who acted swiftly, escorting him to the nearest medical facility—a clinic they arrived at around 1:30 pm. Upon arrival, Somchai was given medication, but instead of improvement, his condition…