In the vibrant, bustling streets of Chon Buri, Thailand—a place that knows how to celebrate with gusto—an American visitor found himself at the center of an unexpectedly touching story. Amid the vibrant fireworks and the lively crescendo of a Chinese New Year celebration, the crackle and boom of firecrackers turned into a tale of kindness, compassion, and newfound companionship. This charming episode unraveled at a convenience store in the lively district of Sattahip, as ThaiRath chronicled in a surprising twist of events that seemed scripted by fate itself. It all began with a startled stray—a gentle, white and light brown dog—who, startled by the festive riot of firecrackers lit by a Thai-Chinese family, dashed into the store, his heart racing faster than his tiny legs. The joyful bangs that signified good luck and prosperity sent him scurrying for a safe haven between two product shelves. There, he huddled, nose to…
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In a tragic sequence of events that has left a community reeling with shock and questions, an evening of what should have been casual camaraderie ended in calamity with one life cut short and another hanging by a thread. The incident occurred within the familiar confines of a six-story dormitory in Samut Sakhon province’s Krathum Baen district, but the shadows it cast stretch far and wide. Police Lt. Thiwatpol Tawitsangkhasak was among the first responders who received a harrowing call detailing an accident that transpired on January 28. The sun had just dipped beyond the horizon when a commotion on the third floor drew not just attention, but dreadful foreboding. A confrontation, raised voices, and a piercing scream cleaved the evening air, only to be followed by the sickening sounds of bodies impacting the earth. The lives entwined in this tale are A and B, two young women tethered by…
In an adrenaline-filled drama that unfolded on the bustling streets of Bangkok, a routine patrol led to the apprehension of a bold motorcycle thief. The renegade in question, a 47-year-old man by the name of Nui Somchai, was nabbed by the astute officers of Sutthisan Police after an attempted getaway involving a stolen motorcycle and a chilling knife threat. It all went down yesterday, January 28, when Police Colonel Siam Boonsom, orchestrating from the Sutthisan Police Station, powered up a team including the vigilant Police Colonel Porntep Chalermkiat to swoop down on the suspect. The officers were doing rounds near Ratchadaphisek Road when they spotted something straight out of an action movie—a suspicious character riding a two-toned Honda Scoopy in grey and yellow. Nui, trying to keep his cool, was actually riding someone else’s ride. And not in a “borrowed from a friend” kind of way, but more in the…
The atmosphere in Thailand is temporarily shedding its polluting mask, as the Ministry of Public Health predicts a short-lived spell of crystal-clear air. Until tomorrow, the air quality in various parts of the country, including major urban hubs, is expected to register in the ‘good’ category, with the infamous PM2.5 particles behaving themselves for a change. But like all good things, this too may end, with early February waving in the ominous rise of PM2.5 levels once more. The ever-watchful Doctor Warat Chotipitayasunont, the government mouthpiece when it comes to PM2.5 pollution crises, broke this both sweet and sour news from the Ministry of Public Health’s Health Information Center. Thanks to Mother Nature’s timely intervention, six lucky provinces – Surin, Sa Kaeo, Ubon Ratchathani, Nakhon Nayok, Suphan Buri, and Bueng Kan – are reveling in a blue-zone bonanza of remarkably good air quality. Concurrently, 41 provinces have been experiencing the…
In an unfortunate twist of fate, Pathum Thani Hospital became the scene of heartbreak as a 31-year-old mother, lovingly nicknamed Bee, suffered a tragic accident that claimed her life. This mother of newborn twins plunged from the hospital’s 18th floor, a tragedy that has cast a long shadow over the institution and her grieving family. The hospital released a deeply moving statement, offering heartfelt condolences to Bee’s family and vowing full assistance in the police investigation that followed. The young mother had only just welcomed her premature twins into the world on January 22 and, after being discharged on January 25, had returned to visit them. It was on the morning of January 27, at around 9 AM, that her lifeless body was discovered on the medical center’s second-floor balcony. Police and forensic specialists are meticulously piecing together the events that led to this disturbing incident. The very next afternoon,…
As the lush, sun-kissed island of Phuket gears up for an exciting electoral event, the vibrant buzz is palpable in every street corner. Governor Sophon Suwannarat is steering the ship of final preparations for the eagerly awaited Election Big Day of the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) elections, happening on February 1. Fueled by the collaborative spirit of both the Election Commission of Thailand’s Phuket office (ECT Phuket) and the PPAO, this event promises to be a milestone of democratic action. During an energetic ceremony that was not without its fair share of fanfare, Akarawat Sirithanthanakorn, who dons the duel hats of PPAO Secretary and Director of Elections, heralded the careful planning that’s been undertaken. He revealed the intriguing roster of candidates: three aspirants vying for the prestigious PPAO President post and a robust lineup of 58 names contesting the council seats. With a staggering 314,408 people ready to cast…
It was a regular Tuesday evening brimming with the usual hustle and bustle at Khlong Luang Police Station when something extraordinary unfolded—an arrest that would send shockwaves through the tranquil suburbs of Pathum Thani. The story involves a tangled web of family ties, betrayal, and an unspeakable crime. At the heart of this saga is Bongkot Kaewkrom, a 51-year-old woman whose life took a pivotal turn that night as she was taken into custody. Bongkot’s arrest was no ordinary affair. It came on the heels of a warrant issued by the esteemed Thanyaburi Provincial Court, executed with precision and authority by the formidable Pol Lt Gen Yutthana Jonkhun, the commanding figure leading the Pathum Thani police force. Little did Bongkot know that she would find herself entangled in an accusation that rattled the community to its core. The tale traces back to a chilling night in November, 2024, when the…
Wednesday morning in the bustling heart of Bangkok metropolitan saw a shade of gray, as the Air Quality Information Centre of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) declared that the city’s air quality hovered in that ‘just okay’ zone, a tad too close to ‘concerning’. One could almost imagine the city itself taking a deep, hesitant breath. Averaging a PM2.5 level of 32.8 micrograms per cubic meter (mcg), Bangkok was playing a delicate dance with the national standard of 37.5 mcg, as measured over the daintiest hint of three hours in the early dawn (between 5 am and 7 am, to be precise). Compared to the fresher breezes of the day before, when levels sat more comfortably at 26 mcg, today felt a little pressed for air. Just what are these PM2.5 levels, you ask? Picture invisible invaders, dust particles so tiny at 2.5 micrometers or smaller, yet they pack a…
The bustling political scene in Thailand is set to observe an electrifying face-off as the country’s ruling Pheu Thai Party and its spirited rival, Bhumjaithai, brace themselves for the Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) elections scheduled for February 1st across 47 provinces. However, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra assures that the unity within the coalition government remains intact despite the crescendo of competition. During a recent cabinet conclave at the illustrious Government House, the Prime Minister declared that her party’s candidates would continue to extend support to the community post-elections. When quizzed about the potential for disarray within the coalition, given the intense rivalry, especially in the lively battleground of the Northeast, Ms. Paetongtarn presented an intriguing analogy. “Consider it a sporting duel”, she mused. “When the final whistle blows, one need not bear a grudge against fellow competitors. I harbor no animosity towards anyone… Each party reserves the right to send…
In 2025, as Thailand and China joyously celebrate five decades of robust diplomatic relations, Siam Paragon—a dazzling gem of global appeal—ushers in the Lunar New Year with a grand fiesta titled “Siam Paragon: A Prosperous Chinese New Year 2025.” Running from today until February 2nd, the event takes center stage at Parc Paragon, reaffirming Siam Paragon’s status as the ultimate destination to welcome the Lunar New Year in style. The theme draws profound inspiration from Dunhuang, an ancient oasis renowned for its over 2,000 years of rich cultural tapestry intertwined with the historic Silk Road. This celebration not only offers a multifaceted experience of cultural homage but also mirrors the sheer immensity of Siam Paragon’s dedication to being the pinnacle of festive grandeur. Unveiled on January 28, 2025, the opening ceremony was a spectacle of luminaries, headed by Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong and the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s…