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In the bustling city of Pattaya, where the nightlife is as vibrant as the sun-soaked beaches, an unfortunate yet bizarre incident transpired on the night of May 18. A South Korean man, who appeared to be in his late twenties, found himself entangled in an unexpected mishap while merely strolling down the sidewalk. What was meant to be a routine evening walk morphed into an unplanned trip to the hospital, all thanks to an ill-placed piece of construction equipment. The Sawang Borriboon Thammasathan Foundation’s rescue team swiftly responded to distress calls reporting the accident at around 10:30 PM near Pattaya Sai Sam Road, close to Soi Chaloem Prakiat 9. There, they discovered the man seated disoriented on the pavement, blood trickling from a significant cut on his face. The bloody trail on the footpath drew somber attention to the severity of his injury. A nearby food vendor named Thanaphat was…

In the bustling heart of Bangkok, amidst the daily grind of city life, an unforeseen calamity struck today, May 19, causing commotion at the construction site of the much-anticipated MRT Orange Line. Nestled on Lan Luang Road, a place teeming with energy and the inevitable hustle, a routine workday took a grim turn when a worker vanished into the depths of a treacherous landslide at Lan Luang Soi 6. The incident was initially relayed by none other than Anuwat Fuangthongdang, a revered name in Thai journalism, who broke the news with a gravity that managed to permeate even through digital screens via his Facebook page. “Breaking news on May 19, at noon: a construction worker at the MRT station fell into a 19-metre-deep hole and was buried by a landslide. The incident occurred in Lan Luang Soi 6. The worker remains missing. The Ruam Katanyu Rescue Foundation and medical personnel…

In the heart of bustling Samut Sakhon, where vibrant markets hum with daily life, a clandestine operation was quietly taking root. It was here, tucked away in the unassuming corners of an isolated warehouse, that an international scandal was about to unravel. Under the blazing Thai sun, local officials gathered on Monday to put the spotlight on an alarming counterfeiting operation. The tale of intrigue unfolded with the arrest of two young Chinese nationals, Jiaxian Ouyang, a 27-year-old entrepreneur-at-large, and Hang Zou, barely out of his teens at 19. The duo, whose youthful visages belied the sophistication of their dubious enterprise, were apprehended over the weekend. Their rendezvous point? A seemingly ordinary depot in tambon Phanthai Norasing, now forever imprinted in memory as the epicenter of an audacious crime committed beneath its dusty rafters. As Pol Maj Gen Thatsapoom Charupratya, the astute commander steering the Economic Crime Suppression Division, unveiled…

In an intense crackdown against counterfeiting, authorities in Thailand have swooped down on a clandestine operation that unveils the darker side of global consumerism. At the heart of this tale of deception and imitation are two Chinese nationals arrested in the secluded realms of an otherwise nondescript warehouse in Samut Sakhon’s Muang district. The savvy duo, Jiaxian Ouyang, aged 27, and his accomplice Hang Zou, a mere 19 years old, were apprehended by the diligent officers of the Economic Crime Suppression Division. Leading the operation was the astute Pol Maj Gen Thatsapoom Charupratya, who, on a bustling Monday, laid bare the sinister face of counterfeiting in a press conference that echoed through the corridors of Bangkok. The scene at the warehouse resembled a surreal discovery of a peculiar treasure trove, albeit an unlawful one. Meticulously piled were a staggering 78,223 items — a curious congregation of cosmetics, delectable foodstuffs, and…

In a determined stride towards nurturing an environment of transparency and accountability, IRPC Public Company Limited, with the leadership of Somruidee Charoenkrongsakul, Senior Vice President of the Office of Corporate Affairs, has taken an assertive step in the fight against corruption. Collaboratively spearheading this initiative with IRPC’s seasoned executives and good governance representatives from PTT Public Company Limited, they launched the transformative program titled “Bribery…We Report”. This initiative is a clarion call to bolster anti-corruption practices and motivate the general public to actively report any and all forms of misconduct they encounter, setting a new benchmark in ethical governance. The unveiling of this pivotal initiative took place at a prominent event organized by the Collective Action Against Corruption (CAC), in alliance with the Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC). The event unfolded in the opulent setting of the Eastin Grand Hotel in the vibrant heart of Bangkok, drawing attention…

In a bustling corner of Nakhon Si Thammarat, an unprecedented spectacle unfolded this past Saturday, May 17. Amidst a backdrop of eager schoolchildren and illuminated tutoring centers, the familiar jingles and mechanical whirring of claw machines came to an abrupt halt, as steadfast officers swooped in on what has become an unexpected nexus of controversy. At the helm of this operation was the formidable Police Lieutenant Colonel Narakorn Ladchuay, the acting Deputy Superintendent of Nakhon Si Thammarat City Police Station. With a battalion of district administrative officers in tow, the law enforcement ensemble seized armies of claw machines stationed strategically along student pathways—those corridors of youthful hustle and bustle, with contented faces headed towards their evening classes. In whisper-filled piazzas and virtual forums, concern had been gaining traction. It seems these seemingly innocuous machines had gained notoriety by doing more than supplying plush toys or trinkets. Parents bemoaned how lunch…

In the early glow of dawn, a devastating accident unfolded along the bustling Rama 2 Road in the province of Samut Sakhon, Thailand. It was around 6 AM on May 19, 2025, when a journey that began with optimism ended in heartbreak. A hefty truck hauling cattle on its way back from the northeastern farms collided with an 18-wheeler filled with bags of animal feed. The impact was as thunderous as it was tragic, leading to an unfortunate fatality and leaving another individual critically injured. The scene was chaotic, shaped by the twisted steel of vehicles and the cacophony of emergency teams conducting a well-choreographed chaos of rescue. Police Major Sukkrit Suriwong of the Bang Tho Rat Police Station received the harrowing call. At kilometre marker 51, in the Mueang district, rumors of calamity had bloomed into reality. As emergency responders arrived, they were greeted by the sight of a…

In a scene straight out of a thriller, a Russian man created midnight madness in Pattaya, leaving locals and tourists alike with a story to tell. The chaotic chain of events unfolded as the uncanny participant, stark naked and seemingly unbound by societal norms, escaped from a hospital near Naklua Market, casting off his patient’s attire for the less conventional choice of bare skin. The clock had barely struck midnight when officers at Bang Lamung Police Station were alerted to the unfolding drama. It was twelve minutes past midnight, to be exact, when they received the unusual call destined to interrupt their typical night shift. The mysterious man, estimated to be somewhere in his thirties or forties, had already sprinted away from the hospital confines and into the warm embrace of the nearby Naklua streets. Armed with a rock and accompanied by a plastic chair, which he wielded with unprecedented…

In a twist of events akin to a courtroom drama, two key figures from Company V. and Associates found themselves walking through the doors of the Bang Sue Police Station rather than their usual office corridors. In the heart of Bangkok, where bustling streets mingle with serene temples, Poladej, a director at the consultancy, and Praneet, the company representative, turned themselves in as the hands of justice reached out to question the catastrophic collapse of the new State Audit Office of Thailand’s building. With a sense of tranquility that seemed out of place amid the circumstances, Poladej expressed a calm demeanor, stating, “We have to wait and see how the legal proceedings unfold.” Such was his confidence, or perhaps faith in the justice system, despite the shadow of more than one million baht in bail looming over their heads, admittedly modest compared to their hefty charges. The bail, exceeding 1…

Greetings, urban explorers and Bangkok residents! Prepare to embark on a sparkling new adventure as the eagerly awaited extension of the Pink Line monorail is set to grace the cityscape. Come Tuesday, the rhythmic hum of the monorail will echo through the streets as a month-long test trial begins, offering thrifty travelers a golden opportunity to ride absolutely free! Yes, you heard it right. The Northern Bangkok Monorail Co is rolling out the pink carpet for free, unlimited rides starting from the 20th of May until the 16th of June. And though the excitement is electric, your wallets can rest easy! Picture this: as the sun kisses the horizon at dawn, the monorail gently stirs to life at 6 am, ready to whisk commuters away from the hustle and bustle of daily traffic woes. Weekdays promise to keep the magnetic doors welcoming passengers until 10 pm, while weekends and public…