In the picturesque town of Samut Prakan’s Muang district, a sense of chaos and urgency filled the air on a seemingly ordinary Tuesday morning. Amidst the backdrop of a serene neighborhood, a house that had stood tall for three decades crumbled with an unexpected ferocity, dramatically altering the day’s landscape and turning an ordinary demolition into a headline-grabbing event. It was just around 8:40 am when the peaceful morning was shattered by the tremendous sound of collapse echoing through Thepharak Soi 70. What was meant to be the careful dismantling of a once sturdy abode, to pave the way for modern development, swiftly transformed into a heart-pounding rescue operation. The old structure, a two-storey concoction of concrete and wood, succumbed to a perfect storm of age, decay, and the relentless wear of heavy rainfalls that had turned once-solid ground to quicksand beneath its feet. Understandably, panic ensued. Sirens wailed as…
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In a twisted tale of sun, sea, and subterfuge, a British couple’s holiday fantasy evaporated at Valencia Airport, Spain, when the Guardia Civil uncovered more than 33 hefty kilogrammes of cannabis jam-packed into their luggage. This curious duo seemed to have planned a ‘vacation’ that would go down in no travel guide but landed them in headlines for all the wrong reasons. The adventurous hopefuls had spun a story of classic tourists arriving from the exotic beaches of Thailand via France. However, seasoned officers at the airport weren’t fooled by their getaway guise. Noticing the couple’s jittery behavior, combined with their conspicuous lack of typical tourist paraphernalia, eagle-eyed customs officials decided to investigate. Instead of the expected array of swimwear and sunscreens, the only thing filling these bags was a tightly vacuum-sealed stockpile of cannabis, mocking the notion of a beach holiday. With knotted brows and an ambiance of suspicion,…
The moment that all the BLINKs around the world have been waiting for is finally here! The sensational K-pop icons, BLACKPINK, are making a triumphant return to the stage with a brand-new world tour. Yes, you read that right – the BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR <DEADLINE> is on its way, and it’s about to set the global stage on fire once again, with Bangkok lighting up as one of the electrifying stops. After dazzling fans worldwide with their individual endeavors and breaking records during their last tour, Born Pink, the chart-topping quartet is primed to captivate audiences once more with unparalleled showmanship. Their thrilling new tour ignites in Seoul on July 5-6, before jet-setting to thrill Bangkok with not one, not two, but three extravagant nights of back-to-back shows at the illustrious Rajamangala National Stadium from October 24-26. Conducted by Live Nation Tero, the Bangkok dates are shaping up to be…
In a jaw-dropping twist that would make even the most thrilling of crime novels blush, officials in Khlong Luang have apprehended a shop owner under some rather scandalous allegations. This is no ordinary shop tale, folks. Picture this: a quaint grocery store, a harmless façade masking the seedy underbelly of illegal e-cigarettes being peddled to none other than our impressionable young students. Yes, that’s right! Apparent cries of concern from wary parents on May 26th had local authorities springing into action faster than you can say “busted”. Enter the heroes of our story, led by the district chief of Khlong Luang, Apisara Kesinth. With courage befitting a detective from your favorite crime drama, Kesinth pointed the finger to Amornritthiphon Kheawrungruphet—our district security ace—and his trusty band of Territorial Defence Volunteers. Together, they embarked on a covert mission that would unmask the villainous hideout masquerading as a humble grocery store. The…
Imagine finding the courage to leap from the second floor of your apartment just to escape the horror you face every day. That’s precisely what happened to a brave Thai woman named Amornrat in the Isaan province of Udon Thani. Her jump was a cry for help in a tale fraught with brutality and heartbreak. This extraordinary story began to unfold through Amornrat’s mother, Supinya Aukkadee, a 47-year-old woman determined to shed light on the horrors her daughter endured. With unwavering strength, she reached out to the media, sharing Amornrat’s harrowing experience of physical assault just five days into her tumultuous two-month relationship. The chilling part? Her boyfriend’s violent outbursts often ended in forced, non-consensual encounters, leaving Amornrat convinced that he might be suffering from a sexual sadism disorder. The nightmare took a devastating turn last Saturday around 5 pm. In a moment of soul-crushing discovery, Amornrat learned about her…
Yesterday saw quite the commotion in Saraburi province as local authorities brought down the house on some curious under-the-radar operations. Picture the scene: a dental crime caper, complete with a moonlighting package sorter transforming into an offbeat braces technician by night. Talk about a plot twist worthy of the silver screen! Leading this intriguing operation was none other than Police Colonel Suriya Sudkankawan, the vigilant superintendent at Mueang Saraburi Police Station. With the backing of Deputy Superintendent Police Lieutenant Colonel Sethhanan Sethapakorn and an army of curious investigators and public health officials, they descended upon the infamous Charoen Rungroj shop, nestled cozily in Thanin Village, Soi 21, Phahonyothin Road. The whispers about this place being a secret hub for fake teeth started echoing in their ears, and the rest, as they say, is history. Armed with a cunning plan, undercover agents managed to schedule a clandestine appointment for some impressively…
In a shocking turn of events that shook the tranquil ambiance of Phuket, seven individuals have been apprehended following a chaotic gun attack that took place last Saturday. The picturesque island, renowned for its stunning beaches and vibrant nightlife, witnessed an upheaval when a group of teenagers plunged it into turmoil with a frightful barrage of gunfire and firecrackers, leaving two wounded. As the clock ticked late into the night of May 24th, the idyllic setting of Soi Bang Thong 3 in Kathu was rudely disrupted. A crowd of teenagers, in a rush of adrenaline or perhaps sheer recklessness, began firing weapons and let loose with explosive items. Amidst the mayhem, 15-year-old Athinan Ruangsantidamrong found himself in the crosshairs, sustaining a bullet wound in his right thigh. He was whisked away to the hospital under urgent circumstances. Yet, the night had not exhausted its repertoire of horrors. Merely an hour…
Perched majestically atop Khao Kradong, the colossal Buddha statue gazes serenely over the Muang district of Buri Ram province. It’s a sight to behold for locals and tourists alike, embodying both tranquility and cultural heritage. Yet recently, a different kind of local legend has captured the imagination of this northeastern Thai region, stirring both curiosity and a pinch of concern. Last Thursday, a group of mushroom pickers, wandering through the lush forests at the base of Khao Kradong, stumbled upon an unexpected auditory experience. As they foraged for wild mushrooms, a deep, mysterious rumbling emanated from beneath their feet. Startled, they whipped out their smartphones, capturing the eerie sounds that echoed through the ground. One particular forager, fascinated and perhaps a bit unnerved, shared his find online. “I heard the sound of boiling water in the ground below me,” he described, painting a picture of subterranean intrigue that quickly captured…
In the bustling financial arena of Thailand, where numbers often narrate the tale of success, Tidlor Holdings Public Company Limited (“Tidlor Holdings” or “TIDLOR”) has made headlines with an exciting announcement. With the agility of a financial gymnast, they have gracefully somersaulted to a new height: an “A+/Stable” credit rating, courtesy of TRIS Rating Co., Ltd. This marks a triumphant milestone for the company, all thanks to their shrewd restructuring into a holding entity. Just a few key maneuvers and—voila—they’ve slashed their funding costs like a master chef chopping onions, but with much less crying involved. In a financial fairy tale that rivals anything penned by the Brothers Grimm, Ngern Tid Lor Public Company Limited (“NTL”) has also been upgraded—from an “A” to an “A+/Stable” rating. This credit boost acknowledges NTL’s stellar performance and sustained growth, a veritable growth spurt that puts awkward teenage years to shame. They’ve been under…
In a compassionate move to mitigate the distress caused by recent unruly weather, the Royal Gazette has amicably unveiled new directives from the Social Security Office (SSO). These novel guidelines pave the way for a 900 baht refund targeted at individuals ensconced under insurance in a swath of 55 beleaguered provinces. Commencing today, May 27, this thoughtful gesture accommodates those flustered by the capricious storms and deluges experienced between October 2024 and March 2025. In the grander scheme of resilience, the Ministry of Labour, alongside the SSO, has devised prudent strategies to cushion businesses and insured souls coalesced under sections 33 and 39. Their challenges, piqued by relentless bouts of adverse weather in these regions, are to be gently assuaged. The contributions from both insured individuals and their benevolent employers under section 33 are gracefully scaled down from a stout 5% to a more digestible 3%, obliging each party to…