The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is taking a thoughtful approach to its ambitious project of constructing a high-speed rail station in the ancient city of Ayutthaya. After consultations with international heritage specialists, SRT is embracing a meticulous blend of modernization and preservation to honor the city’s storied past. Leading the charge, SRT Governor Veeris Ammarapala announced the receipt of an insightful report from world-renowned organizations such as the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) and the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS). These organizations, serving as the guiding stars for the World Heritage Committee, embarked on an informative visit to Ayutthaya from January 19th to 22nd. This visit wasn’t just a routine check; it was an immersive dive into the city’s rich tapestry of culture. The experts engaged in firsthand site inspections and meticulously evaluated the Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA)…
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Under the golden sun of Nonthaburi, where mango trees sway under the weight of their juicy fruit and the locals bask in the late June warmth, a political drama unfolds that reads like a high-stakes thriller. Not far from the serene temples and bustling markets, a different kind of bustle gripped this province last year, one hinting at murky deeds and shadowy backroom dealings. It was here, amidst whispers and undercurrents, that candidates for the Senate faced off in what should have been the final showdown of democratic spirit. Little did they know, the electorate might not have been the only ones swayed – some envelopes, it seems, were heavier than votes. Fast forward almost a year, and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) of Thailand finds itself on the trail of a labyrinthine money-laundering operation that stinks of vote-rigging deception. Spearheading these investigations with unyielding determination is the articulate…
Liam Gibson, a spirited 21-year-old British soldier, is currently embroiled in a valiant battle to reclaim normalcy following a harrowing fall from the Na Mueang 2 Waterfall in Koh Samui, Surat Thani. This heart-wrenching incident has sparked a maelstrom of media attention, especially since it was featured in the UK’s Daily Mirror on May 3. As his arduous recovery commences, his devoted girlfriend, Lucy Burnett, has embarked on a monumental quest to raise a staggering £100,000—or 4.4 million baht—through a crowdfunding campaign to finance Liam’s soaring medical expenses and ultimately bring him home to the UK for crucial medical intervention. As a soldier committed to the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME), Liam faced life-altering injuries on April 12. He slipped from the picturesque yet perilous edges of the waterfall, lured by the promise of an idyllic photo opportunity—a moment that would prove disastrously deceptive. “It seemed like a dreamy…
In the vibrant and ever-evolving landscape of Phuket’s luxury real estate sector, concerns about China’s economic slowdown felt like a distant cloud easily swept away by fresh gusts of global wealth. While one might think that fewer Chinese tourists could put a damper on Thailand’s tropical sparkle, the island of Phuket continues to attract high-caliber visitors, seamlessly maintaining its status as a prime destination for opulence and leisure. The driving force behind this continued prosperity is none other than Allan Zeman, the visionary behind Lan Kwai Fong Group. Not only has he orchestrated a splendid revival of Phuket’s property scene, but he has also passionately downplayed concerns about the temporary dip in Chinese arrivals. According to Zeman, these changes in tourist demographics owe more to transient factors, such as scare stories about call-center scams in nearby Myanmar and recent seismic activities, rather than long-term economic trends. With China’s vast population…
In a heart-wrenching twist of fate that feels almost ripped from the pages of a modern-day drama, a young Thai woman named Phantiwa has bravely decided to sever ties with her mother, Suphat. This dramatic announcement came via Phantiwa’s social media, where she shared the emotional turmoil that has led her to such a drastic decision. Phantiwa’s revelation unfolded like a compelling thriller – revealing a story of deceit and trust that has left the digital world abuzz. Taking to Facebook, Phantiwa made it clear she would no longer be personally responsible for the seemingly never-ending trail of emotional and financial wreckage her mother has left behind. Her mother, Suphat, who shockingly used Phantiwa’s identity and photographs of her children to entrap unsuspecting men online, has been the source of this chaos. Through tears of frustration and what I imagine was clenched determination, Phantiwa urged any of Suphat’s unsuspecting victims…
In a chilling turn of events that has rocked the tranquil island of Phuket, a young Frenchman is locked in a life-or-death struggle after being violently attacked outside a bustling nightclub. What started as a night of revelry in the popular area of Cherngtalay quickly spiraled into chaos in the twilight hours of Sunday, May 11th. Nubel, a 29-year-old tourist from France, is fighting for survival after receiving three vicious stab wounds during a tumultuous skirmish that erupted among a group of English-speaking foreigners. The heated exchange, initially confined within the hazy walls of the late-night venue, spilt out onto the street, culminating in the Frenchman being ruthlessly stabbed in both the waist and back. His bloodied plight drew the urgent attention of paramedics, who raced him to Thalang Hospital. Here, in the hushed corridors of intensive care, Nubel remains in a critical condition, with every passing moment watched with…
In an unfortunate turn of events, a 21-year-old motorcyclist, Kanyanat Boonkoon, found herself in a precarious predicament when powerful gusts of wind sent a sizable tree tumbling onto her path. This incident unfolded on the Phanat Nikhom-Nong Samet road, nestled in the vibrant Mueang district of Chon Buri province, at approximately 11 PM on May 12. The calamitous event left Kanyanat with a broken right arm, an unfortunate souvenir from her late-night journey to work. Her motorcycle, a beloved Yamaha, was not spared either, suffering significant damage from its unwelcome arboreal encounter. Enter the rapid-response heroes from the Sawang Het Ban Thung Hiang Foundation, who arrived on the scene promptly, administering first aid before whisking Kanyanat off to Phanat Nikhom Hospital for further care. Standing nearby during this gusty misadventure was Mos, a 32-year-old eyewitness. He recounted the split second in which the tranquil night turned tumultuous. A loud crack…
In a tale that has abruptly captured the attention of all, a family shrouded in turmoil has thrust the central province of Phetchabun under an intense spotlight. The accusations against the Kham Ngen family—a household of 11—have not only raised eyebrows but also provoked a fierce debate, tangling issues of family privacy with severe allegations of inappropriate conduct. It all began on an ordinary Saturday when a Facebook page, named Tan Bao, posted details that would soon whip the public into a frenzy. The 34-year-old mother in question, alongside her husband, was accused of an illicit double-feature: incest and the production of pornographic content. With the youngest family member being just 10 years old, the accusations were grave indeed. Tan Bao’s exposé delved deeper in the comment section, alleging that four of the family’s daughters were coerced into shocking videos. The narrative became even more harrowing with reports of the…
In the bustling corridors of Thailand’s governmental proceedings, an intriguing scenario unfolds before the nation. Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin finds himself at a crucial crossroads, having a mere 15 days to deliberate over a bold recommendation by the Medical Council of Thailand’s committee. The issue at hand involves three doctors accused of misrepresenting the health status of the former prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra. The verdict of discipline looms large over these medical professionals, casting a shadow of curiosity and controversy across the realm. The dynamic intricates further as Pol Lt Gen Dr. Thaweesin Vejvithan, the director of Police General Hospital, steps into the spotlight. With resolve and a sense of justice, he dispatches his legal representative to deliver an urgent two-page communiqué to Mr. Somsak, who holds the honorary position as the medical council’s president, on an otherwise routine Tuesday morning at the Ministry of Public Health. The letter,…
On a bright Tuesday, a gathering of solemn searchers took place at the scene of a tragedy: the site of the State Audit Office (SAO) in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district. A poignant merit-making ceremony was held to honor the memories of those who lost their lives when the structure, an ambitious 2.1-billion baht endeavor, came crashing down. The photograph capturing this somber event, courtesy of Pattarapong Chatpattarasill, evokes a sea of mourning and reflection. Following the catastrophic collapse of the SAO building on March 28, sparked by a devastating earthquake, Bangkok’s Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) has been meticulously piecing together the puzzle, working relentlessly to identify the individuals responsible for this harrowing incident. The MPB is now on the brink of seeking arrest warrants for 17 individuals—engineers, project supervisors, and executives—linked to the project’s collapse. These suspects are intertwined with the Italian-Thai Development and China Railway No.10 Engineering Group Co joint…