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For 17-year-old Emilia Azarova, the allure of the sun-drenched beaches of Koh Samui was irresistible. The British teenager had embarked on an exciting trip to the island on June 13 to partake in a Muay Thai fighting competition, her heart racing with anticipation and her suitcase bulging with fight gear. Little did she know, the sun would prove to be her fiercest opponent. As Emilia slipped into the inviting waters of the ocean for what was supposed to be a rejuvenating swim, the embrace of the tropical sun seemed harmless. “I didn’t feel hot in the water,” she recalled, her lips adorned with a perplexing plumpness that mirrored a recent unfortunate filler appointment. Without a smidgeon of sun cream, her initial day under the Thai sun transformed from a dream into a cautionary tale. The morning after, Emilia awoke to a sight that could rival any Halloween horror. Her face…

In a bold political maneuver, the People’s Party (PP) has announced its willingness to support the election of a new prime minister while choosing to remain outside the governing coalition. Their condition? The new government must merely be a transitional one, with a singular mission: to stabilize the nation, set the stage for a General Election, and facilitate a public referendum to kickstart a Constitution Drafting Assembly (CDA). The PP aims to rewrite the charter and breathe life into Thailand’s democratic ethos. Just yesterday, on July 2, the gears of Thai politics turned when PP MPs met amidst the political haze left by the Constitutional Court’s suspension of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Allegations of misconduct had thrust the prime minister into a dubious spotlight, pausing her duties, and leaving the political landscape in disarray. At this pivotal meeting, PP leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut addressed the party. He called for cool heads…

As the skies darken above Thailand today, July 3, the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued an earnest weather alert predicting torrential rain that will sweep across 49 provinces, including the bustling capital, Bangkok. Approximately 70% of Bangkok’s sprawling urban landscape is bracing itself to be drenched in a deluge of significant rainfall. Residents are being cautioned to stay vigilant against the lurking threats of flash floods and mudslides, particularly in the northern, northeastern, and eastern regions. This tempestuous forecast is attributed to a vigorous monsoon trough that has entrenched itself over the upper northern and northeastern territories, even impacting lower Laos and central Vietnam. Meanwhile, a moderate southwest monsoon is stretching its influence over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. Mariners, cast your nets with prudence, for where there are thunderstorms, waves may soar beyond a daunting two metres. The north seems to have caught the…

In the bustling city of Pattaya, where the nightlife is as vibrant as the neon lights that paint the streets, a peculiar driving incident unfolded. The clock had just ticked past 11:30 p.m. on July 2, when a young driver, seized by drowsiness, found himself in a very topsy-turvy predicament. Navigating South Pattaya Road, near the well-known Moo 10 area, 24-year-old Jetsadakorn was steering his girlfriend homeward but soon drifted into a hazy realm of sleep. In a blink, or rather, a doze, his white Toyota Yaris flipped, embroiled in a spectacular collision involving three vehicles. Yet, in a twist of fate, not a single scratch marred the young man. When the local authorities arrived, the scene was surreal. A white Yaris lay upturned, awkwardly occupying the street and sporting a few involuntary cosmetic modifications. Registered all the way in Nakhon Ratchasima, Jetsadakorn’s ride had clearly seen better days. Rubbing…

In the heart of Bangkok, where sacred temples meet sprawling urban life, a tale unfurls that intertwines devotion with scandal, and serenity with intrigue. It all began within the hallowed walls of Tri Thotsathep Temple, a place revered for its spiritual guidance, yet now echoing with whispers of a forbidden love story. At the center of this narrative is a Thai woman, known only as K, who allegedly had clandestine encounters not only with one, but four senior monks, shaking the very foundations of their monastic commitments. The first fallen figure from this saga is Arch, the respected abbot of the temple. For three years, Arch’s life ran parallel to two paths: one steeped in sacred rituals, the other entwined with romantic escapades. It was with K that Arch found himself in the throes of a secret liaison, often meeting her in the anonymity of hotel rooms. Yet, as the…

The educational landscape in Thailand is facing a pressing predicament as the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC) rings the alarm over dwindling student enrollment numbers. This decrease poses significant challenges, especially for small schools that already grapple with constrained budgets due to the per-head funding system currently in place. Alongside this enrollment issue, the excessive workload of teachers continues to be a concern. To combat these challenges, a strategic proposal is being crafted to present to the new education minister with hopes of easing these burdens. Acting Sub Lieutenant Thanu Wongjinda, the Secretary General of the Basic Education Commission, has disclosed that the number of students under OBEC’s purview dipped by about 100,000 this academic year, marking a drop from 6.4 million to just over 6.3 million as recorded on June 10. Such a decline could exacerbate the already tough conditions faced by many educational institutions, particularly the…

In a dramatic courtroom scene in Georgia, Bella Culley, a British teenager from Billingham, County Durham, finds herself at the center of a harrowing legal ordeal. Accused of attempting to smuggle cannabis worth £250,000 — approximately 11.2 million baht — into the country, Bella faces life imprisonment if convicted. During a recent pre-trial hearing in Tbilisi, Bella revealed a story of alleged torture and coercion that led to her involvement in the crime. Amidst the tense atmosphere of the courtroom, Bella, struggling to hold back her tears, displayed a prominent snake-like scar on her right arm. She claimed this scar was a result of torture inflicted upon her in Thailand, where she was allegedly forced into the drug smuggling operation. She passionately pleaded her innocence, telling the court, “I didn’t want to do this. I was forced by torture. I just wanted to travel. I study at university to become…

In a twist of fate that left many sighing in relief, a university student in Bangkok narrowly escaped with her life after a bus overwhelmed her at a pedestrian crossing. This shocking event, resembling a scene straight out of a suspense thriller, was fortuitously captured on a nearby surveillance camera, and it didn’t take long before it spun around the internet, gaining massive traction. The young lady, who represents the bustling streets of Bangkok’s vibrant student community, was thrown a few meters by the impact but astonishingly survived. She is now on the mend in a hospital, hopefully crafting her survival tale to friends and family. This terrifying episode unfurled last Thursday, June 26, at precisely 5.24 pm, near the all-too-familiar Vachiraphayaban intersection on the infamous Sukhothai Road. The released footage paints a vivid narrative of what unfolded. There she was, the student skillfully weaving through halted vehicles, her end…

The pivotal decision by Cambodia to cease refined oil imports from Thailand can be seen as a dramatic move, but experts say it won’t induce much turbulence for Thai oil companies. With their sophisticated networks and foresight, Thai oil exporters stand primed to redirect their staggering 6 million litres of daily oil shipments once meant for Cambodia to other eager markets across Asia, such as Singapore, according to the Department of Energy Business (DOEB). Overseeing this slick operation is Sarawut Kaewtathip, the savvy Director General of the OEB. Under his guidance, Thai oil refineries powered by industry titans Thai Oil, IRPC, and PTT Global Chemical, among others, churn out approximately 160 million litres of refined oil each day. Of this mammoth production, a lion’s share – around 130 to 135 million litres – feeds the thirst of domestic consumption. Sarawut brims with confidence, asserting that the displaced oil will easily…