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…
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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…
In a twist worthy of a blockbuster thriller, officers from the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) recently orchestrated a breathtaking bust in the lush, mountainous province of Chiang Rai, plunging depths into a formidable methamphetamine trafficking ring. The daredevil operation, cloaked in suspense, led to the capture of two suspects and an eye-popping haul of 500,000 methamphetamine tablets. The whole saga is a gripping testament to the ONCB’s relentless crusade against narcotics trafficking. Preceding this adrenaline-charged sting, an anonymous whistleblower’s siren song in April led law enforcement to Sa Kaeo province. It was here that a perceptive informant noticed a shadowy lodger vacating a room, leaving a telltale aroma of meth in their wake. This clue kicked off a bold investigation into a nefarious network masterminded by a wily former convict. With the air slick with intrigue, this puppet master—freed in 2024 after a 17-year spell behind bars—had reinvented himself as…
In a bustling convention center in Bangkok, the air was brimming with the aroma of opportunity and rice, as Thailand hosted the 10th Thailand Rice Convention on May 26, 2025. The city played the perfect backdrop for Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan’s grand pronouncements. As he took to the stage, Pichai sported an unyielding belief in Thailand’s golden grain sector, a topic he championed with unbridled enthusiasm. With an ambition as vast as Thailand’s rice paddies, the minister was confident of sealing deals for 100,000 tonnes of Thai rice, banking on a cool cash influx surpassing 2 billion baht. The rice convention was not just about crunchy negotiations. It served as a monumental gathering of the minds, all of them laser-focused on one mission: to propel Thailand’s hallmark crop onto the global stage. The Ministry of Commerce, in concert with the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, orchestrated this grand symphony. Their…
In the thrilling sixth installment of Bangkok Post’s “Mind the Gap” podcast, the spotlight is cast on a paramount question: How can we make sustainability an inclusive endeavor—one that’s woven into the fabric of our lives from strategic boardrooms to daily routines? On one side of this engaging dialogue is Vichan Tangkengsirisin, the distinguished President of Dow Thailand. Representing a global materials science powerhouse, Vichan brings a bird’s-eye view with his expertise in weaving sustainability into the very DNA of industry strategies. His perspective is as vast as the horizon, spanning systems and scalable solutions that promise a greener tomorrow. Opposing him is the equally passionate Friso Poldervaart, co-founder of the Bangkok Community Help Foundation. With his boots firmly on the ground, Friso’s insights are born from the lived experiences amidst waste collectors, elderly care volunteers, and grassroots advocates tirelessly working in Thailand’s often-overlooked communities. How can individuals champion sustainability?…
The relentless downpour has transformed the Mae Klang River in the Chom Thong district of Chiang Mai into a roaring giant, cascading through the landscape since Monday night. Like a dramatic scene from a suspenseful movie, the river swelled to an astonishing 3.8 meters by Tuesday morning, causing not only flash floods but also a series of landslides, cutting off vital roads and sparking alarm among the local populace. Picture this: Nature’s forces colliding as torrents of rainwater spilled from the lush, forested heights of Doi Inthanon, driven onward with streams from Mae Hoi and Mae Ya canals joining the deluge. The once calm waters of Mae Klang surged with newfound vigor around 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, transforming the river into a formidable force of nature. It was as if the heavens had opened their torrents, creating a dramatic aquatic ballet with the swirling currents. Nowhere was this upheaval felt…
Get ready to ride safely or shell out some serious baht! Starting June 1, the police will be coming down hard on motorcyclists and their passengers who hit the road without their trusty crash helmets. This isn’t just a casual reminder but part of a grander scheme to make Thailand’s roads as safe as a Sunday afternoon siesta in the park. Those caught with their noggins uncovered will face a fine that’s anything but small—2,000 baht will be the ticket for forgetting this vital piece of safety gear. Spearheaded by the unflinching Pol Lt Gen Nitithorn Jintakanon, the campaign lovingly dubbed the “Safe Roads Project” aims to revamp how we think about road safety and whip our traffic into shape. As the head of the traffic police image enhancement taskforce—yes, that’s quite a title—he’s on a mission to not just enforce laws but to cultivate a culture of safety wherever…