As the afternoon sun bade farewell on this bustling Friday, Chadchart took to the streets to provide an update on the atmospheric antics playing out over Bangkok. With the weather seemingly synchronized to arrive just as the city hit rush hour — coupled with the first day back to school, no less — it was an evening poised for high drama and soggy shoes. A formidable tempest had already unleashed its watery wrath earlier on, draping the city in sheets of rain. The starring role this wet afternoon went to the Bang Na district, boasting itself as the recipient of a drenching 62 millimetres of rainfall over a rather sodden three-hour span. With another round of showers queuing up for their curtain call later in the evening, it was an appropriate time to advise everyone to finetune their travel plans. Mother Nature cast her damp net over Bang Na and…
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In a world where political drama never takes a day off, the saga between Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party and its coalition companion, Bhumjaithai, has intensified, leaving the nation glued to its screens and papers. Like a long-running soap opera whose plot thickens with every episode, the rift between these political titans is only getting juicier, and observers are eagerly watching to see what will happen next. For over two years, this dynamic duo has managed to smooth over their marital spats, but the cracks are now starting to show. Remember when Bhumjaithai spearheaded the cannabis legalization, only for Pheu Thai to waltz in and try to reverse the decision under Srettha Thavisin’s governance? That was just a teaser. The next scene featured a thriller plot involving the double majority vote rule dilemma and a divisive casino bill that had Pheu Thai gambling on political fortunes, while Bhumjaithai folded its arms.…
In a scene worthy of a thriller novel, the quiet humdrum of a Pattaya day was violently shattered, leaving both locals and tourists in shock. The unexpected drama unfolded around 5pm on May 16, 2025, when Lieutenant Pakan Pobnan, Deputy Investigation Officer at Pattaya City Police Station, received a disturbing call that would set off a chain of events, still unraveling. Imagine this: A parking lot opposite the Pattaya Provincial Court on Thappraya Road—a place typically bustling with the comings and goings of mundane judiciary proceedings—transformed into a crime scene. There, amidst spilled documents and echoing footsteps, lay Andrew, a 36-year-old British national, battling for his life. His surroundings mimicked a horror tableau; blood pooling ominously, painting a gruesome picture. His face bore a ghastly 10-centimetre slash, complemented by a vicious chest wound, an abdominal stab, and fingers nearly severed—an undeniable indication of the ferocity of the attack. Andrew’s cries…
The political landscape in Thailand is nothing short of a tantalizing drama, complete with unexpected twists and turns that could rival any soap opera. At the heart of this whirlwind is none other than the open sparring between the governing Pheu Thai Party and its chief coalition ally, Bhumjaithai. This simmering tension has sent observers into a tizzy, closely watching what seems to be an unravelling partnership fraught with disputes over policy, influence, and power. Picture this: after more than two years of working together, Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai find themselves in a relationship crisis that has all the hallmarks of a celebrity breakup. It’s not just this season’s hiccups; these two have navigated choppy waters before. Remember the cannabis legalization brouhaha initiated by Bhumjaithai that Pheu Thai tried to curb without much success during Srettha Thavisin’s reign? Or how about the fiery debates regarding changes to the referendum law…
Batten down the hatches and brace yourselves, as Thailand faces an impending downpour that may just redefine the term “wet season.” The Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD) has sounded the alarm, highlighting the risk of heavy rains and potential flash floods across 12 provinces. With landslides and forest runoffs lurking in the shadows, vigilance has become the order of the day, particularly in North Thailand, the central region, the northeast, and the South. Yesterday, a ripple of urgency coursed through the corridors of the Geohazard Operations Centre under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. Tasked with keeping calamities at bay, the Centre rallied its network of volunteers, urging them to be on high alert. This weather vigilance isn’t some casual affair; it’s laser-focused on several provinces: Tak, Phetchabun, and Sukhothai in North Thailand; Lopburi in Central Thailand; Chaiyaphum, Loei, Nong Khai, and Udon Thani in the Northeast; and Chumphon, Phang…
As the sun dipped below the horizon on a drizzly Friday evening, Bang Na-Trat Road in Samut Prakan transformed into a sea of static taillights. A cacophony of honking horns filled the damp air as motorists found themselves trapped in a daunting traffic quagmire that seemed more like a parking lot than a passageway. The scene was almost cinematic—tens of kilometers long and photographed from above by a drone, it resembled a glittering serpent snaking through the urban landscape. In reality, however, it was a nerve-wracking gridlock caused by relentless rain, striking right in the heart of rush hour around 5pm. The chaos unfolded near the infamous kilometre marker 19, where Theparat Road once thrived, in the bustling district of Bang Phli. The drone’s eye in the sky, capturing both city-bound and outbound cringe-worthy tangles of vehicles, revealed the magnitude of the snarl. Even minor roads feeding into this highway…
In the charming city of Saraburi, nestled within Thailand’s central province, a most unusual scandal has erupted, leaving both locals and social media audiences bewildered. It all began with the highly inconvenient—and highly inappropriate—actions of an unidentified man outside a well-regarded diamond store. Owner Thanongsak, a respected 50-year-old entrepreneur, found himself in the middle of a bizarre saga that no jeweler should have to endure. On what seemed like an ordinary Monday, May 12, Thanongsak arrived at his gem-laden store, only to be greeted by two unsavory piles of human excrement. The shock quickly transformed into a need for action, as Thanongsak took to the digital streets, sharing his ordeal with the local Facebook group aptly named “Saraburi.” His intention was clear—catch the culprit and address an act he deemed a slap in the face of civic decency. Dodging the morning traffic, the surveillance footage revealed a curious sight. A…
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) board recently gave the green light for an extension on the civil engineering contract tied to the construction of the Muak Lek-Lam Takhong tunnel, a vital segment of the Sino-Thai high-speed rail project. This 181-day extension pushes the deadline from June 7 to December 5. Interestingly, despite the extended timeline, the contractor won’t be seeing any extra compensation, as clarified by the SRT. This tunnel is a significant piece of the puzzle in the larger Bangkok-Nakhon Ratchasima section of the Bangkok-Nong Khai high-speed rail project—a massive collaboration between the Thai and Chinese governments. The project, as ambitious as it is, is not without its delays, currently running approximately five years behind its original schedule. Costing an impressive 4.28 billion baht, the tunnel project encompasses a 12.3-kilometer stretch. This includes 8 kilometers of tunnel, 3.3 kilometers of ground-level rail embankment, and a kilometer of elevated…
Picture this: a nostalgic slice of Japan now making its way through the heart of Thailand. It’s not a culinary fusion or a cultural exchange program, but a Japanese KiHa train, beloved for its service in Japan, now given a second life on Thai tracks. Visualize that gleaming marvel, standing majestic in dusky Makkasan depot, all set for a makeover that will soon see it whisking Thai commuters along bustling suburban routes. The State Railway of Thailand (SRT), with the zeal of a collector unveiling new treasures, is readying the KiHa 40 and 48 diesel trains for an imminent debut. According to SRT governor Veeris Ammarapala, these second-hand trains are a gift from Japan and are about to redefine suburban travel with their unique charm. Lovingly upgraded to fit Thailand’s narrow-gauge tracks, these classic beauties are more than mere vehicles; they are ambassadors of nostalgia and practicality, set to roll…
As the morning mist lifts off the lush landscapes of Phu Kradueng, a conversation that’s been stirring for over three decades now reaches another crescendo. The talk? A cable car project, one that promises to redefine the contours of accessibility and conservation at this iconic destination. In the thick of these discussions is Saran Timsuwan, a dedicated MP from Loei’s Constituency 3, who’s now addressing a curious mix of interest and skepticism amongst the public. The proposed cable car isn’t merely a ticket to boost tourism, Saran emphasizes with a steady voice. “We’re not trying to paint the mountain with neon lights,” he chortles, his metaphorical brushstrokes instead crafting an image of a project that’s equally about safeguarding nature and enhancing emergency responsiveness. In a world where nature and progress often find themselves in discord, he’s advocating for a symbiotic dance. A robust budget of 25.7 million baht sits at…