In an awe-inspiring tale from Pathum Thani, three young heroes rescued a woman from the perilous waters of Khlong Song Canal. The dramatic incident unfolded on July 13, capturing the heart and admiration of a nation. Officers from the Khlong Luang Police Station and rescuers from the Thakhlong Municipality Office were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of a woman found unconscious on the pier. This woman, estimated to be in her early thirties, was discovered lying face down, drenched to the bone, with grave danger having just been averted. Meet the valiant trio: 13-year-old Kittipoj “Guy” Pimpisan, his 11-year-old brother Warinthorn “Gai” Pimpisan, and their brave friend, 13-year-old Siwat “Boom” Jitpraphat. These local lads were relaxing on the canal’s opposite bank when they spotted the distressed woman clutching the pier’s edge before slipping into the foreboding water. Without a moment’s hesitation, they sprang into action, racing to her…
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In the neon-lit corridors of South Pattaya, where the night vibrantly pulses with music and misadventure, an unexpected drama unfolded that would have everyone talking. James, a former GI turned English teacher hailing from the United States, found himself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons after a rather explosive outburst in a bustling bar on Soi 5, which quickly escalated into chaos deserving of a headline. Picture this—a seasoned veteran, with a life likely full of riveting tales, now finds himself subdued not in the heat of battle, but in the throes of a bar brawl, courtesy of some good-old-fashioned rejection. The evening veered off course when James, purported to be around the grand age of 60, failed to impress a lady at the bar with his advancing charm. As bar girl giggles turned into stone-cold refusals, James’s flirtations met an icy end, inciting a storm that sent…
In an unexpected twist of events, the serene district of Taling Chan, Bangkok, recently had its calm disrupted by a motorcycle mystery that spiraled into an emotional whirlwind. A 34-year-old woman, known as Kanda, found herself at the heart of this narrative, igniting police action with a claim that turned out to be more fiery than factual. It all began on a seemingly ordinary day, July 13, when Kanda, in a pique of fury, reported to the Taling Chan Police Station that her beloved motorcycle had vanished. According to her dramatic account, the thief was none other than her boyfriend, Kritsada. The location of the so-called ‘crime’ painted a cinematic scene: the bustling entrance of Chaiyaphruek 13 Alley. Sensing the urgency of a motorcycle-on-the-loose, the officers launched into action like detectives from a thrilling drama. Speeding across the district, they meticulously tracked the motorcycle to the Chaiyaphruek Tunnel area before…
Under the glimmering neon lights of Pattaya, a sensational drama unfolded at the bustling heart of the city. The local police have launched an urgent call for additional witnesses after a man, nicknamed the “Boom Khunphaen Rider,” was dramatically apprehended by a vocal group of angry women one eventful Saturday night. The man, a 26-year-old motorbike courier known as Phonlawat, stands accused of a slew of disturbing actions, ranging from blackmail and intimidation to outright physical violence. This past Saturday, July 12th, the scene outside a bike rental shop near Central Pattaya Road seemed straight out of a thriller, as a determined group caught up with Phonlawat, cornered him, and pulled him over to the authorities. Leading the charge was a mob of alleged victims and their allies, turning him over to the police with bile to spare. Lieutenant Colonel Suchart Dusadee, the head of Pattaya City Police’s crime suppression…
In the tranquil southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat, a storm of drama has unfurled revolving around an unusual scandal that intertwines the sanctity of monkhood with neighborhood feuds. At the center of this captivating tale is a monk named Apichart Damjam from the Cha-uat district. Accusations have been hurled by a Phuket resident named Satsawat, who claims that things are not quite as they seem between Apichart and a certain married woman on his Phuket street. Now, set your imagination to a picturesque Phuket scene where bright-orange monk robes flutter like flags against the gentle tropical breezes. It would be rather serene if it weren’t for the whispers spreading like wildfire one balmy morning when Satsawat decided to play detective. He had allegedly captured a video that he splashed across Channel 8, suggesting there’s more to those monk robes than meets the eye. According to him, these aren’t just…
Bangkok is a dazzling metropolis teetering on the brink of a public transport revolution. At the heart of this evolution stands Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, who wears both the lantern of ambition and the shackles of reality. The tantalizing prospect of a city-wide flat-rate electric train fare at a mere 20 baht is poised to ease the financial burden on Bangkokians and lure more commuters onto bustling platforms. But, as with any grand plan, the fine print seldom reads as smoothly as a thriller novel. The grand announcement from government elites paints a vivid picture: By October 1, 2025, eight train lines weaving through Bangkok and its broader metropolitan hive must all harmonize to a melodious 20-baht fare. This policy promises to revamp urban mobility, akin to upgrading from dial-up to broadband, injecting velocity and ease into daily commutes. A digital usher named the Thang Rat app eagerly awaits to onboard…
In the heart of a bustling Bangkok, amongst neon-lit streets and the aroma of street food, there’s an expat from America with a story that needs to be told—a story that carries more weight than just a tale of a farang looking for a tropical paradise. This is the tale of James David Spivey, a retired Wall Street mogul who traded suits and skyscrapers for the spicy tang of Thai life, and along the way, found himself on a mission to serve a dose of reality mixed with a generous helping of wisdom to those dreaming of a Thai retirement. Picture this: a man who once danced with the beast of finance and emerged unscathed, deciding to hang up his corporate attire in favor of flip-flops and the allure of Sukhumvit. Yet, the transition from Wall Street warrior to an indulger of tropical fantasies wasn’t as seamless as sunshine on…
In the bustling industrial province of Samut Prakan, a tragedy unfolded on the eve of July 13, bringing a wave of sorrow and loss to a close-knit community of factory workers. The night was already draped in the heavy cloak of monsoon rains when a heart-wrenching accident transpired in the Bang Phli district, leaving behind a somber story that echoes the fragility of life. It was around 8:30 p.m. when the Prakarn Rescue Centre received a frantic call for help, signaling a dire situation. The scene of calamity was a bustling packaging factory in the Bang Phli Yai subdistrict, where the late-night hum of machinery was abruptly overshadowed by an urgent emergency. There, 31-year-old Ye Aung Kywal Ye Aong Juay, a diligent Myanmar national, found himself at the mercy of fate when a machine part fatally descended during maintenance work. The unfolding chaos saw Ye Aung’s colleagues springing into action,…
In the quaint, bustling neighborhood of Soi Noen Plubwan in Chon Buri’s Nong Prue subdistrict, an unexpected and pungent drama unfolded on the evening of July 13. As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting its golden glow over the serene streets, an ammonia leak at a nearby ice factory had residents scrambling to cover their noses and relocate to safer environments. The odor wasn’t just any ordinary aroma wafting through the air—it was a robust and potent scent emanating from the ice factory that stood rather unassumingly in this residential area. The Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Radio Centre in Pattaya quickly sounded the alarm, coordinating a valiant team of rescue workers, local firefighters, and police. Their mission? To nip this ammonia assault in the bud and ensure the residents’ safety. Navigating the scene at the ice factory was not for the faint-hearted. Within a 100-meter radius, the air was…
Ah, the timeless allure of Kham Chanod! Nestled in the serene corners of Udon Thani province, this spiritual haven continues to draw the masses with its mystical aura and age-old rituals. Over the past weekend, visitors swarmed the celebrated island, eager to pay homage to the revered spirits of Grandfather Srisuttho and Grandmother Pratumma as they sought blessings and fortune for the week ahead. The long weekend culminated on July 13, and oh, what a scene it was! The throngs of tourists and devotees painted a picture of energetic reverence on Kham Chanod Island, located in Ban Non Mueang, Ban Muang subdistrict, Ban Dung district. Their mission? To partake in spiritual rituals with fervent hope for the auspicious favor from the spiritual guardians. The communal spirit was palpable as visitors also wandered to local lottery vendors, each hoping to snag the lucky number for the imminent mid-July draw. The number…