Tension simmered on the winding roads of Rangsit today as a dramatic collision played out near the majestic grounds of Thammasat University. Picture this: a bright summer afternoon, the hum of traffic, and then—chaos. Enter the ill-fated encounter between a pickup truck and a sedan, culminating in an unplanned dip into a nearby pond along Phahonyothin Road. August 7, a day that will be etched into the minds of the bystanders who rushed to the watery rescue. Leading the charge to the accident scene, Police Lieutenant Supachai Chamchoi from the Khlong Luang Police Station, alongside his team of vigilant traffic officers and emergency crews, responded posthaste. Submerged and slightly shy of a sunken treasure, they found a Nissan March sedan, flagged with a Bangkok license plate, turned turtle in the murk. Its intrepid driver, a 28-year-old entrepreneur named Nichakan, had fortunately managed to extricate herself with only minor scrapes. But…
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As the skies overhead grumble and churn, the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has called our attention to tumultuous weather heading towards Thailand. With thunderstorms on the horizon, it’s the northern and southern regions that are on high alert. Residents bracing themselves for nature’s wrath are advised to keep their eyes peeled for fierce winds and pounding rain, particularly if they’re in the Gulf of Thailand and Andaman Sea regions, where tidal waves might swell to a menacing 2 meters or more! Hold onto your umbrellas because within the next 24 hours, a low-pressure area stretching lazily over northern Laos and Vietnam will conspire with the southwesterly monsoon to unleash thunderstorms on Thailand’s upper crust. Beware all ye who dwell in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang, Phayao, Nan, and Bueng Kan, for these provinces are poised to receive nature’s fury at its finest. And it’s not just on…
In the heart of Thailand, amidst the buzz of spiritual phenomena and mysterious happenings, a melodrama has spun involving the charismatic figure known as Sakesan “Bee” Subsuebsakun. Often referred to as Bee the Ghost Ambassador, this infamous Thai spiritual medium is currently weathering a storm of allegations around his financial dealings. Rumors have fluttered through social media channels and grapevines, accusing this self-proclaimed communicator with the otherworldly of embezzling funds meant for a noble cause—Wat Phrabat Nampu, a temple devoted to caring for impoverished AIDS patients. The heart of the storm swirls around accusing fingers pointing toward Bee’s lavish lifestyle choices, specifically his alleged construction of a sumptuous residence reportedly valued at a jaw-dropping 50 million baht. People who’ve followed his spectral journeys have whispered about a facade being meticulously crafted, a web of deceit spun for public consumption. Among the more spectacular claims are alleged deceptions surrounding a faux…
In a curious twist of legal intrigue on the sun-kissed shores of Phuket, local police nabbed a foreign national, accused of heading an illicit motorcycle rental enterprise tailored for globe-trotting tourists. This saga kicked off with a denial as Dinar, our protagonist whose nationality remains a tantalizing secret, vehemently protested his innocence, deftly pointing the finger at his elusive comrade, Victor. This tale of friendship, or is it folly, unfurled in Kathu district, where Tourist Police Sub-division 3 mounted a hearty offensive against unauthorized vehicle rental outfits masterminded by foreigners. Dinar, ensconced in a venture ominously titled One Way Big Bike Rental Company, found his venue swarmed by officers on August 5th, interrupting what otherwise might’ve been a routine afternoon of motorcycle maintenance. Oh, but what an afternoon it was! As Dinar scrubbed away at a shiny two-wheeler, law enforcers demanded his passport and work permit, only to be met…
In the throbbing heart of Phuket’s nightlife, where music and celebration reign supreme, a profound sense of community and compassion has surfaced. Patong, known for its vibrant party scene, is showing a different side—a side filled with empathy and solidarity. In an inspiring gesture, the locals, business leaders, and officials of this bustling city have gathered resources, aiming to deliver aid to Thai citizens and military personnel embroiled in the ongoing Thai-Cambodian border conflict. The emotion-laden event took place on a bright Monday morning, August 4, at the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Building under the aegis of Patong Municipality. With emotions simmering and a palpable sense of unity, the handover ceremony was presided over by Phuket Vice Governor Adul Chuthong. He was received warmly by Patong’s charismatic Mayor, Lalita Maneesri, along with a cadre of municipal executives, eager councillors, and figureheads from various local government departments. The occasion also welcomed…
In the quiet, shadowy hours of August 6th, a 27-year-old man named Jakkrit found himself embroiled in an adrenaline-fueled escapade that seemed ripped from the pages of an action-packed thriller. The drama unfolded in the serene landscape of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province, as an unsuspecting late-night meeting morphed into a hair-raising episode that would remain etched in his memory forever. The evening began with Jakkrit anticipating a rendezvous with a woman named Tawan, whom he had known for a paltry two days. Their budding acquaintance had originated in the neighboring Sam Khok district of Pathum Thani province, a stone’s throw away from Bang Sai district. But what seemed like an innocuous meeting soon spiraled into chaos. Upon Jakkrit’s arrival at the appointed location around 2am, Tawan’s demeanor turned unsettling as she suggested that he drive into a desolate field – a suggestion that set alarm bells ringing in his…
In a whirlwind of controversy that could only come from a tropical paradise steeped in mysticism and intrigue, two esteemed Thai lawyers have tossed the proverbial gavel of justice at a renowned fortune teller. The clairvoyant in question, Worracha “Plai” Pinitrokakorn, or as she’s more colorfully recognized, Plai Prai Krasip, is accused of causing quite the stir by predicting upcoming chaos at the Thailand-Cambodia border. These allegations bubbled to the surface following a rather alarming interview given by Plai to the media on August 2nd, where her comments on Thai politics whipped up a cyclone of controversy. Plai sharpened her proverbial crystal ball and confidently announced that Thailand would be crowning a new Prime Minister in the frosty months of November or December this year. She tantalizingly hinted that this political leader would be a dashing young man with a name starting with the letter “P”. However, the ambiance turned…
In a bold stride towards securing peace, Thailand has laid out eight crucial proposals aimed at sealing a tenuous ceasefire with their neighbor Cambodia. As attention zeroes in on Phnom Penh, the world watches with bated breath. Helming the Thai delegation is none other than Acting Defence Minister and Deputy Defence Minister General Nattaphon Narkphanit. The proposals took center stage on day two of the Thai-Cambodian General Border Committee (GBC) preliminary talks, held in the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Team Thailand, the country’s crisis resolution squad, broke the news via Facebook, confirming that certain proposals were accepted “in principle” by Cambodia as of yesterday morning. The social media post, devoid of embellishment, read, “For those issues yet to be agreed, both sides will discuss them further this afternoon.” This breakthrough heralds a promising start to what promises to be high-stakes negotiations leading up to the main GBC meeting…
In a thrilling bust that seems ripped straight from an action-packed crime drama, the police have dismantled a large-scale illegal gambling ring linked to Auto888vip.com. The authorities seized a jaw-dropping 56 million baht in assets, a haul that included gleaming luxury vehicles and a treasure trove of high-end jewelry and watches. Among the glittering prizes were a sleek Mercedes-Benz CLS53 valued at a staggering 5 million baht (that’s a cool US$154,505) and a coveted BMW M4 worth a whopping 10 million baht (US$309,010). This enterprising scheme, operating under the radar, raked in around 20 million baht every month through its online gambling activities. The brains behind this operation was apprehended today, August 6th, by none other than Police Lieutenant General Trirong Phiwphun, head of the Technology Crime Suppression Division. He, alongside his diligent team, executed a court-sanctioned raid at a discreet residence nestled within a housing estate in the Khlong…
In a dramatic twist that feels straight out of an action-packed movie, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) in tandem with the Crime Suppression Division made headlines on August 5th with a high-profile raid on an illustrious drone manufacturing company nestled in Samut Prakan. The excitement was palpable as a substantial cache of equipment was seized, and the company’s caretaker was put under the spotlight for questioning, while the owner of the company enjoyed the peaceful vistas abroad. In an unexpected turn of events, Tairat Wiriyasirikul, the acting secretary-general of the NBTC, unveiled that the raid was a brilliant inter-agency collaboration between NBTC and the Central Investigation Bureau. As the plot thickened, the officers uncovered an array of unmanned aerial vehicles, sophisticated equipment devised for detecting and neutralizing drones, and high-tech frequency inspection vehicles. All seized items are currently under scrutiny to ensure compliance with NBTC’s regulations. The story…