In a twist worthy of a blockbuster thriller, officers from the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) recently orchestrated a breathtaking bust in the lush, mountainous province of Chiang Rai, plunging depths into a formidable methamphetamine trafficking ring. The daredevil operation, cloaked in suspense, led to the capture of two suspects and an eye-popping haul of 500,000 methamphetamine tablets. The whole saga is a gripping testament to the ONCB’s relentless crusade against narcotics trafficking. Preceding this adrenaline-charged sting, an anonymous whistleblower’s siren song in April led law enforcement to Sa Kaeo province. It was here that a perceptive informant noticed a shadowy lodger vacating a room, leaving a telltale aroma of meth in their wake. This clue kicked off a bold investigation into a nefarious network masterminded by a wily former convict. With the air slick with intrigue, this puppet master—freed in 2024 after a 17-year spell behind bars—had reinvented himself as…
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In a bustling convention center in Bangkok, the air was brimming with the aroma of opportunity and rice, as Thailand hosted the 10th Thailand Rice Convention on May 26, 2025. The city played the perfect backdrop for Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan’s grand pronouncements. As he took to the stage, Pichai sported an unyielding belief in Thailand’s golden grain sector, a topic he championed with unbridled enthusiasm. With an ambition as vast as Thailand’s rice paddies, the minister was confident of sealing deals for 100,000 tonnes of Thai rice, banking on a cool cash influx surpassing 2 billion baht. The rice convention was not just about crunchy negotiations. It served as a monumental gathering of the minds, all of them laser-focused on one mission: to propel Thailand’s hallmark crop onto the global stage. The Ministry of Commerce, in concert with the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, orchestrated this grand symphony. Their…
In the thrilling sixth installment of Bangkok Post’s “Mind the Gap” podcast, the spotlight is cast on a paramount question: How can we make sustainability an inclusive endeavor—one that’s woven into the fabric of our lives from strategic boardrooms to daily routines? On one side of this engaging dialogue is Vichan Tangkengsirisin, the distinguished President of Dow Thailand. Representing a global materials science powerhouse, Vichan brings a bird’s-eye view with his expertise in weaving sustainability into the very DNA of industry strategies. His perspective is as vast as the horizon, spanning systems and scalable solutions that promise a greener tomorrow. Opposing him is the equally passionate Friso Poldervaart, co-founder of the Bangkok Community Help Foundation. With his boots firmly on the ground, Friso’s insights are born from the lived experiences amidst waste collectors, elderly care volunteers, and grassroots advocates tirelessly working in Thailand’s often-overlooked communities. How can individuals champion sustainability?…
The relentless downpour has transformed the Mae Klang River in the Chom Thong district of Chiang Mai into a roaring giant, cascading through the landscape since Monday night. Like a dramatic scene from a suspenseful movie, the river swelled to an astonishing 3.8 meters by Tuesday morning, causing not only flash floods but also a series of landslides, cutting off vital roads and sparking alarm among the local populace. Picture this: Nature’s forces colliding as torrents of rainwater spilled from the lush, forested heights of Doi Inthanon, driven onward with streams from Mae Hoi and Mae Ya canals joining the deluge. The once calm waters of Mae Klang surged with newfound vigor around 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, transforming the river into a formidable force of nature. It was as if the heavens had opened their torrents, creating a dramatic aquatic ballet with the swirling currents. Nowhere was this upheaval felt…
Get ready to ride safely or shell out some serious baht! Starting June 1, the police will be coming down hard on motorcyclists and their passengers who hit the road without their trusty crash helmets. This isn’t just a casual reminder but part of a grander scheme to make Thailand’s roads as safe as a Sunday afternoon siesta in the park. Those caught with their noggins uncovered will face a fine that’s anything but small—2,000 baht will be the ticket for forgetting this vital piece of safety gear. Spearheaded by the unflinching Pol Lt Gen Nitithorn Jintakanon, the campaign lovingly dubbed the “Safe Roads Project” aims to revamp how we think about road safety and whip our traffic into shape. As the head of the traffic police image enhancement taskforce—yes, that’s quite a title—he’s on a mission to not just enforce laws but to cultivate a culture of safety wherever…
Just under the shadow of the iconic Rama VIII Bridge in Bangkok, a tale unfolded that’s as haunting as it is heartwarming—a tale of a young child’s innocence caught in the web of adult vices and the compassionate intervention sparked by a startling video. The protagonist? A mere four-year-old lad, puffing away on a cigarette with the nonchalance of an old man who’s seen it all. This curious sight caught the attention of a passerby named แฟร้งค์’ เฟิร์ต, who couldn’t help but document the startling tableau on May 26. With hopes pinned on the wings of social media, he shared the video, yearning for authorities to bring the young boy the nurturing environment he so desperately needed. Captured on video, the little boy clutched a cigarette in his tiny hand, exhaling wisps of smoke with a smile as broad as the Chao Phraya River flows. The videographer, brimming with a…
In a riveting twist straight out of an action-packed wildlife comic strip, the bustling Suvarnabhumi Airport in Thailand found itself center stage in a dramatic smuggling bust on Monday. As if orchestrating a grand escape theater, two individuals were quite literally caught red-handed, attempting to export an exotic menagerie concealed in their carry-ons. Who would’ve thought the airport’s usual hustle and bustle would morph into such a wild parade? Picture this: the first act unveils an Indian traveler about to embark on a flight to India, entirely unsuspecting of the audience he was about to gather. Little did this traveler know, their discreet ploy of transporting 20 vivid blue iguanas and a duo of sulcata tortoises aboard flight TG325 would be busted by none other than sharp-eyed officials from the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation. Komkrit Pinsai, the chief wildlife inspector at the airport, recounted the scene…
In a shocking tale of betrayal and violence, a 26-year-old former dancer from Udon Thani, known as Aomsin, has courageously spoken out about the nightmare she endured at the hands of her boyfriend. The relationship, which started with all the sweetness of a romantic comedy, quickly spiraled into a chilling horror story, featuring a cast of severe beatings, stabbings, and even burns from a cigarette lighter. This harrowing saga climaxed when Aomsin, in a desperate bid to escape her tormentor, courageously leaped from a second-floor window, sustaining injuries that nearly broke her leg. Despite her injuries, her boyfriend dragged her back into the horror scene, keeping her captive in this nightmare that seemed to have no end in sight. The bruises on her left waist, inflicted by kicks just days ago, stood as a testament to the brutality she faced. Her toes couldn’t escape damage either, a grim reminder of…
Picture yourself strolling down the historic streets of Ayutthaya, a city rich with temples and history, when suddenly the peace is shattered. An incident recently unfurled that has left locals both shocked and baffled. The tale involves a 20-year-old walked straight out of a reality that no one wishes upon themselves, a realm dominated by delusion and chaos, fueled by narcotics. In the early hours of May 23, this young man found himself overwhelmed by a drug-induced illusion on Rojana Road, in the sleepy Phai Ling district. A security camera captured the unfolding drama: as the clock edged towards 5 am, an unsuspecting 45-year-old woman stood on the pavement, her mind likely still caught in dawn dreams. Our protagonist – or should we say antagonist? – seemed to appear out of nowhere, striding along the sidewalk with uncertainty. Without warning, a stone in hand morphed into a weapon, hurled with…
CHIANG MAI – In a captivating twist of meteorological drama, the Mae Klang River, intoxicated by relentless rainfall, surged with unstoppable vigor through the Chom Thong district, infusing Tuesday morning with a sense of both awe and urgency. The serene flow transformed overnight, dancing to the beat of the storm, now brimming at an impressive depth of 3.8 meters, as confirmed by the ever-vigilant measuring gauge. The rain-soaked saga began on a stormy Monday evening, casting a watery shroud over the land and inevitably courting chaos in its wake. By the wee hours of Tuesday, the heavens had generously offered their tears at the feet of Doi Inthanon, unleashing a cascade of forest runoff into the rushing waters. This deluge, not satisfied with a singular river conquest, found playful allies in the Mae Hoi and Mae Ya canals, collaborating to weave an aquatic tapestry of rising waters. The epicenter of…