In the heart of Samut Prakan’s Bang Phli district, a dire environmental drama is unfolding as the once peaceful Rattanachok 11 Alley morphs into a sprawling, unsanctioned landfill. Stretching over 300 meters, this strip of land now serves as a daily reminder of the unchecked menace of illegal waste dumping, wrapping the area in a miasma of foul odors and polluted waters. Despite a forest of warning signs lining the alley, the pleas and anguish of the local residents echo unanswered. Residents, desperate for relief, are urging for immediate action to counter this mounting crisis. Recent investigations lay bare the grim reality – a sordid tapestry of discarded plastic bags, wood scraps, foam sheets, construction debris, and even insidious industrial waste litter the alley. Over time, this detritus has woven a tapestry of environmental havoc, the repercussions of which are felt keenly by the residents. When night falls, the issue…
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Amidst the bustling energy of Bangkok City Hall, a significant event took place within the walls of the Bangkok Room, nestled in the Irawatpattana Building. With an air of anticipation, the gathering was graced by none other than Dr. Lertlak Leelaruangsang, the astute and compassionate director of the Health Department. As the lights dimmed slightly to start the proceedings, Sunthorn took to the stage with a heartfelt message that resonated with everyone present. He passionately highlighted the vital role that senior citizens play in our society – likening their experiences, wisdom, and guidance to a priceless trove of treasures essential for intergenerational exchange and social wholeness. In response to the growing demographic of elderly individuals, the BMA has astutely galvanized its focus on enhancing the quality of life for these valuable members of society. Under the wise leadership of the Governor, a sharp spotlight is placed on the concept of…
In a scene straight out of a movie but with a much happier ending, a Thai motorcyclist quite literally swerved between life and death after drifting into slumber while cruising on a motorway in Ayutthaya. This isn’t just another near-miss story; it’s a miraculous tale of survival that has captured the hearts of thousands across Thailand. The drama unfolded under the unblinking eye of a smartphone camera wielded by none other than Supattra Srithara and her observant family. It was June 29th, a day like any other, or so they thought as they journeyed homeward from a tranquil temple visit in Ayutthaya. However, fate had other plans. In the hustle and bustle of the motorway traffic, a lone motorcyclist, seemingly on a quest through dreamland, was spotted meandering along much like a ghostly specter oblivious to his very real and perilous surroundings. Supattra, with the instincts of an amateur detective…
In an unexpected twist reminiscent of a gripping Thai drama, Prathep Wachira Patimoke, widely known by his monastic name Arch, found himself embroiled in a scandal that has left the Buddhist community shaken and intrigued. Once a revered abbot of the esteemed Tri Thotsathep Temple in the heart of Bangkok, Arch’s abrupt exit from monkhood has become a tale of whispers, romance, and unexpected departures. The saga began when Arch, esteemed for his spiritual contributions and poised for an even loftier role within the ecclesiastical hierarchy, relinquished his saffron robes under a cloud of mystery. Until his surprise resignation on June 29, 2025, at Chan Samakkhi Temple in the northeastern corner of Nong Khai, few could imagine the layers of intrigue that had been brewing beneath his seemingly serene clerical life. Imagine if you will, Arch’s journey halfway across the globe. On the sands of Copenhagen, Denmark, Arch is said…
At the bustling Don Mueang International Airport, a scene unfolded worthy of a Hollywood script, as a 24-year-old Vietnamese gentleman found himself at the heart of an immigration drama. The suave traveler, known as Nguyen, was all set to board his flight back to Hanoi with the anticipation of a smooth return journey—only to be stopped in his tracks by a surprisingly eventful turn of events orchestrated by the ever-vigilant Thai Immigration Bureau. This unexpected twist came courtesy of none other than Police Lieutenant General Phanumas Boonyaluck, whose hawk-eyed oversight saw Nguyen detained in the atmospheric international departures hall of Terminal 1. Here, suspense brewed as officers seized Nguyen’s Vietnamese passport, along with his sleek, presumably music-filled, black Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max. Their investigation quickly uncovered that Nguyen’s seemingly innocuous tourist visit to the Land of Smiles had become embroiled in controversy over a forged visa stamp. Nguyen had…
In the sun-drenched paradise of Pattaya, there’s an excitement buzzing through the air akin to fireworks ready to light up the night sky. The reason? A bold new wave in the tourism industry that promises a vibrant mid-year resurgence for the city, courtesy of Thailand’s ingenious Thai Half-Half Travel programme. Commencing booking slots today, July 1st, with the adventure kicking off on July 4th, the programme is set to fill every hotel and restaurant seat with locals eager to explore their beautiful home country. Aiming squarely at breathing life back into the local tourism industry, this initiative offers travelers up to 3,000 baht per night in government subsidies. Imagine that—affordable stays and the tantalizing tastes of Thai cuisine, all wrapped up in one neat package. The Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, Sasikan Watthanajan, explained that this venture, spearheaded by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), is designed to…
In a deeply emotional and charged quest for justice, a 37-year-old Thai woman is taking a bold stand against hospitals in the Isaan provinces of Chaiyaphum and Nakhon Ratchasima. She’s driven by a haunting suspicion that a grievous medical misstep cost her both her health and the life of her unborn child. With the support of the non-profit organization Be One, she is calling for accountability and answers from the institutions and professionals she once turned to for care. Her journey down this fraught path began back in 2019 during what was intended to be a routine health check-up at a hospital in Nakhon Ratchasima. It was here that a seemingly innocuous discovery—a lump on her back—took a fateful turn. Following the procedure to analyze the mass, the medical team diagnosed it as cancerous and advised immediate intervention. However, she opted against proceeding with the treatment at the time, a…
In the bustling district of Hat Yai, nestled snugly along the railway lines of Songkhla, calamity struck. On the otherwise nondescript date of June 30th, the serene Pom 6 community went up in flames, sending plumes of smoke spiraling into the sky. While distressing, it was a story of resilience and remarkable coordination against challenging odds, painting a vivid picture of a community shaken yet not defeated. The day began much like any other, with the local hustle and bustle, until around midday, a menacing fire erupted. The source of the blaze is suspected to have been a pile of burning rubbish, echoing whispers of negligence that ignited catastrophe. Six formidable fire trucks, with their sirens wailing, forged a path towards the crisis, navigating Hat Yai’s famously narrow streets that seemed determined to deter them. Led by the steadfast hands of Deputy Mayor Jettasukon Petsakul, aged 54, the brigade was…
This morning, the long-anticipated launch of the government’s Half-Half Thai Travel programme plunged into digital chaos as hopeful vacationers were met with technical failures that left them stranded in front of screens rather than sandy beaches. As the clock struck 8 am on July 1st, the virtual gates to discounted holidays were supposed to swing wide open, thanks to the Amazing Thailand app, but instead, they firmly clamped shut with blunt error messages like, “An error occurred. Something went wrong.” Users were either greeted by screen-snapping technical gremlins or tossed unceremoniously out of the digital queue altogether. The perplexing meltdown wasn’t limited to just one app, though. The ThaID application, crucial for verifying the identities of eager travellers, also crumbled under the application onslaught. Thousands of would-be tourists found themselves stuck in a virtual labyrinth, unable to pass the necessary checks, much like forgotten travelers with expired passports. In the…
In a courtroom drama that unfolded in the serene yet vigilant landscape of Thong Pha Phum, justice took center stage as the provincial court handed down a stern verdict. The curtain fell on a tale of greed with Achong and Anusorn being sentenced to five years in the slammer and fined a whopping 500,000 baht each. Convicted under sections 90 and 78 of the Criminal Code, their partnership in crime may have landed them behind bars, but not before they paid a hefty entrance fee to the stage of justice. Their rendezvous with the law was sparked by their unlawful gold mining escapades. Within the lush stretches of Thong Pha Phum National Park and the revered Khao Chang Phueak National Reserved Forest, this duo had dug themselves into a sticky situation. Their gold fever had them digging into a vast realm — fourteen rai and one square wah to be…