As the sun rose over the bustling city of Bangkok, the tale of a dark family drama was unfolding that could rival any soap opera. The city’s Criminal Court in the Ratchadapisek area became the scene where three individuals, who seemed plucked straight out of a crime thriller, made their appearance on Saturday, following the drama of their arrest just the day before. In a tangle of deceit and betrayals, the suspects, a veritable trio of age and experience, were named: Feng-Hoo Chang, the 68-year-old patriarch; Rear Admiral Prakaipruek Sifah, sailing in at 64; and Thevaraj Mungkorn, the 69-year-old with a past shrouded in a mix of discipline and danger. The court, administering justice with a stern hand, denied these men the lifeline of bail. The allegations were nothing short of cinematic – they were accused of concocting a nefarious plan involving a hitman to eliminate none other than Chang’s…
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As the day leisurely saunters towards twilight, a breathtaking alignment occurs at the Royal Park Ratchapruek, a jewel nestled in the heart of Chiang Mai’s Muang district. Imagine this: a magnificent sunset that commences at precisely 4:50 PM and gracefully wanes by 5:20 PM, seamlessly framing the side door of the majestic Ho Kham Luang Pavilion throughout the enchanting month of December. This isn’t just any sunset—it’s a celestial spectacle, gracing spectators with a vision where nature and architectural grandeur exist in perfect harmony. Intriguingly, the Royal Park Ratchapruek’s origins can be traced back to a world-renowned horticultural exposition—the Royal Flora Ratchapruek. This extravaganza of blooms was magnificently orchestrated to commemorate two pivotal moments: the 60th anniversary of His Majesty King Bhumibol’s ascent to the throne, paired with the celebration of his venerable 80th birthday, during 2006-2007. Post-exhibition, the Thai government, in a visionary move, transformed the grounds into a…
Imagine a leader who surpasses Prime Ministerial expectations with the charisma of a rock star and the strategic acumen of a seasoned chess grandmaster. That’s exactly what the latest survey by the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) seems to have unveiled. At the forefront of Thailand’s political ballet, dance Pita Limjaroenrat, whose charm and political savvy have not just caught the public’s eye, but have snagged it with the adeptness of a skilled angler. What could be described as a veritable political tsunami, the results from NIDA’s meticulously conducted telephonic interviews, which grasped the insights of 2,000 respondents from the lively streets of Bangkok to the tranquil rice paddies of Isaan, were nothing short of an upheaval in conventional wisdom. Through December’s frosty breath, from the 13th to the 18th, these respondents, each aged 18 or older and as diverse as Thailand’s renowned cuisine, divulged their most candid political…
On a serene Sunday morning, during a mellifluous telephone interview with Nation TV, the airwaves carried the voice of the Prime Minister, a bastion of calm in the often-turbulent seas of political rhetoric. He spoke with the confidence of a seasoned leader, assuring the nation that his coalition, a veritable legion of 314 members of parliament, stood as a united front, unshaken and unyielding in its commitment to progress and stability. With the eloquence of a true statesman, Srettha opened a window into the coalition’s inner sanctum, revealing that it was a harmonious alliance, devoid of the discord that so commonly plagues political factions. They were bound by a shared allegiance to the coalition leader, Pheu Thai, navigating the political landscape as one,” he professed. A ripple of intrigue washed over the conversation as Srettha navigated the delicate subject of the Democrat Party, potentially a new dancer in their sophisticated…
Imagine a bustling city, awash with the vibrancy that only Bangkok can offer. Then picture, if you will, the scene early in the crisp morning at precisely 8:52am, amidst the burgeoning skyline. The location: none other than the much-anticipated construction site of the Wong Wein Yai subway station. This isn’t just any site; it’s a beating heart of the future Metropolitan Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA)’s Purple Line, nestled within the historic Thonburi district of Bangkok. On this fateful day, an unforeseen tragedy occurred. A steel sheet, destined to reinforce the walls of this emerging underground marvel, slipped its metallic grasp from the crane, cascading down in a fateful arc. It struck an unsuspecting worker, a man amidst his toil, with an unforgiving blow to the head. Despite the prompt efforts to rush the injured soul to Taksin Hospital, the man’s battle with life ceased as he succumbed to his injuries.…
Picture this: a bustling Bangkok waking up to the daily tango of honking vehicles and the faint hum of morning commerce. Above the fray, the sleek silhouette of a monorail line snakes through the city—until one early morning, the unexpected happens. In a startling turn of events worth a silver-screen plot twist, a mere conductor rail decides to embark on an unscheduled journey of its own—right onto the road below—it’s drama amidst the crack of dawn at Samakkhi Station. No one hurt, but talk about a rude awakening! Enter the vigilant squad of city guardians—the Department of Rail Transport (DRT), Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA), and Northern Bangkok Monorail Company Limited (NBM). They put their heads together and say, ‘Hold up, folks, safety first!’ And that’s how we find ourselves here, in the midst of a temporary, but oh-so-necessary pause in our beloved monorail’s operations. The service intermission…
As the sun cast its early rays over the bustling metropolis, the grounds of Lan Khon Muang transformed into a beacon of wellbeing, marking the spirited commencement of the third Bangkok Health Market right before the steps of City Hall. Enthusiasm buzzed through the air on this radiant Sunday morning as none other than the esteemed Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt graced the occasion with his presence, signaling the advent of an initiative set to revolutionize public health service in the heart of Thailand. With a contagious excitement, Governor Chadchart articulated his vision—a city brimming with vibrant health, where the buzz of the urban jungle is matched by the pulsating vigor of its inhabitants. To this end, he unveiled an ambitious crusade to extend complimentary health screening services across the sprawl of Bangkok’s 50 districts, all with an aim to ensnare potential health challenges in their nascent stages and dismantle them…
Immerse yourself into the latest buzz shaking the foundations of the wellness industry. As of the stroke of midnight last Saturday, the streets of Thailand woke up to a whole new era for the humble yet revered kratom leaf, thanks to an edict from Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew that sprouted into life on December 8. This spectacle unfolded in the pages of the Royal Gazette with a flicker of change in the air, igniting instant curiosity and stern nods of approval from patrons and onlookers alike. Let’s dive into this green wave that’s swirling with a tinge of reform. Local aficionados and the mom-and-pop shops of the kratom trade now carry an added responsibility. No longer can one waltz into a shop and purchase kratom willy-nilly. Sellers, in tune with the rhythm of the law, are decking their establishments with bold and unmissable signage: a clarion call for age-appropriate…
Welcome to the drama of the petrol pump, where every drop should be accounted for, but where trust stretches thinner than a tank running on fumes. Enter Phumtham, not just the deputy PM wearing his political hat but also the defender of the everyday driver’s wallet. He’s on a mission, and it’s all about keeping those petrol stations in check. Grab your popcorn because this might just get interesting. Picture this: tired commuters pulling up to their neighborhood fuel station, expecting a full tank for their hard-earned cash. Instead, they end up with a nagging suspicion that their money is fueling something sinister. The whispers of cheating have reached epic proportions online with a flurry of posts from disgruntled consumers who’ve had enough of the fueling fiasco. They’ve got a hunch; they’re getting less bang for their buck, and maybe, just maybe, the dispensers have been tinkered with to tip…
Imagine the buzz of excitement among the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) agents as they embark on a mission shrouded in mystery and deception. With keen eyes and a sense of purpose, they made their way through the urban labyrinth of Bangkok and muted alleyways of Pathum Thani, ready to unearth an illicit trove of chemicals masquerading as a friend to farmers and a foe to weeds. It was on December 19th, battalions of justice, flanked by the agrarian experts from the Department of Agriculture, unveiled almost 150,000 litres of the clandestine cargo: glyphosate. This isn’t your average garden variety weed-killer; it’s a substance so cunningly controlled, its presence outside tight regulations drums up the beat for a thrilling chase. The reveal, which would make any detective novelist’s heart skip a beat, was set in motion by a tip as sharp as Occam’s razor, suggesting that the offending herbicide was…