A seemingly routine fishing trip took a dramatic turn off the coast of Cape Panwa, when an unexpected explosion transformed a serene evening into a heart-pounding ordeal. As the sun dipped below the horizon yesterday, the crew of the fishing trawler “L. Thanakorn” found themselves engulfed in chaos, surrounded by the vast, endless sea. At approximately 7.3 nautical miles south of Cape Panwa, a battery onboard detonated, leaving one crew member severely injured and crying out for aid. The eerie tranquility of the ocean was shattered by this terrifying incident. The Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Centre Region 3, widely known as Thai MECC 3, was jolted into action around 5.45pm upon receiving the distress call. The trawler’s crew was racing against time, contending not only with the trauma of the explosion but also with the somber realization that help was miles away. A valiant male crew member, despite suffering significant…
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In a dramatic turn of events, last weekend witnessed the bustling city of Pattaya transform into a refuge for local travelers, their numbers swelling in the aftermath of an earthquake that left much of the region quaking. This surge of visitors brought hotel occupancy rates to the brim, a situation that was eagerly welcomed by Pattaya’s hospitality sector. Meanwhile, the situation was quite different in the serene coastal town of Hua Hin, where apprehension over road safety saw a precipitous drop in tourist bookings. “Travelers seeking refuge from the tremors in Bangkok flocked to Pattaya, creating a spike in hotel bookings,” explained Morrakot Kuldilok, the president of the Eastern Chapter of the Thai Hotels Association (THA). “On Friday, the day of the earthquake, and throughout the weekend, occupancy rates in many hotels surged from 70% to full capacity.” Morrakot attributed this sudden influx to two main factors: the unsettling earthquake…
The quiet of a pre-dawn morning on Phahon Yothin Road was shattered today by the chaotic symphony of screeching tires and metal-on-metal collisions. It all began with an unexpected protagonist: an oil spill, which transformed a usually unassuming stretch of asphalt into a veritable ice rink. The result? A seven-vehicle pile-up that left six individuals—a trio of men and a trio of women—in need of medical attention. At precisely 3 AM on this fateful 5th of April, Police Lieutenant Warut Phumipak found himself jolted from tranquility to turmoil as he responded to reports of a multi-car collision just past kilometre marker 36+200. The scene unfolded within the Khlong Nueng subdistrict of the Khlong Luang district, nestled in the heart of Pathum Thani province. Amidst the aftermath sat an assortment of mechanical victims: four beleaguered pickup trucks, two sedans (one public and one private), and a beleaguered oil tanker that remained…
A heart-wrenching tale has emerged from the bustling streets of Bangkok, shedding light on a mother’s relentless battle to reunite with her beloved daughter. In a story that has captivated public attention, a Thai mother, known only as A, has found herself at the center of a custody dispute after her daughter was taken from her by her ex-husband and his mother, accompanied by a shocking escalation of violence. The ordeal began when A, seeking solace and assistance, turned to Be One, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping those in crisis. Her poignant plea for help resonated with the public, thanks in part to the organization’s powerful social media outreach. As public interest soared, A was invited to share her emotional journey on the popular news program, Hone Krasae. During the April 3 interview, A recounted the sequence of events that led to her current predicament. It all started at…
In a dramatic and heart-wrenching saga that’s captured the attention of the entire nation, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt recently issued a heartfelt apology after rescuers were unable to find a woman whose agonized cries echoed from beneath the collapsed ruins of a building in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district on April 2. On April 3, rescue teams homed in on Zone B, prompted by the faint cries and tantalizing signs of life that had everyone holding their breath. Optimism inched higher, teetering on a razor’s edge when cruel, immovable slabs of concrete shut down any further progress. Despite heroic, round-the-clock efforts, the rescue mission had to be put on hold. “We sincerely apologize to the public for not being able to reach those who may have been trapped at this location yesterday,” expressed Chadchart with profound regret. “We heard voices and detected apparent signs of life, persisting in our efforts all through…
Imagine the picturesque dream of retiring in a sun-kissed paradise, only to have it turn into a nightmare. That’s the heart-wrenching reality for Reginald Leo, a 77-year-old retired security officer from Milton Keynes, who found himself caught in a medical crisis in Thailand. After moving to Pattaya with his wife last May, in pursuit of a dream retirement alongside his son Jonathan, Leo’s enchanting escapade took an unexpected twist when a seemingly minor foot wound spiraled into catastrophe. What started as an innocent blemish quickly morphed into a sinister ailment, cascading into severe complications. Diagnosed with diabetes, the wound festered until it became gangrenous. The affliction, lurking beneath the surface, viciously robbed Reginald of his vitality, leaving him frail and bedridden. Jonathan, his devoted 33-year-old son, is unwavering in his love and dedication, surrendering his life in Thailand to care for the father he proudly calls ‘his hero.’ “It feels…
An eerily bizarre incident straight out of a crime thriller unfolded in Pattaya, sending shockwaves through the community and leaving everyone astounded. Under the cloak of night, particularly at around 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2, a rather dramatic sequence of events played out. Officers from the Bang Lamung Police, acting on orders from the district chief, Phatcharapach Sritanyanon, stormed an abandoned area in Soi 1, Takhian Tia Municipality. Their mission was clear: to clamp down on the rampant drug activity rumored to plague the area. Little did they know the night would deliver a scandalous twist none could see coming. As the officers crept onto the dimly lit, debris-strewn lot, what they stumbled upon was much more than mere drug use—it was a chilling scene befitting the front cover of a crime novel. There, right in the thick of it, was 43-year-old Chalong, caught red-handed amidst a harrowing assortment…
Brace yourself for a celestial spectacle as Thailand gears up to momentarily lose its shadows. The mesmerizing astronomical occurrence known as the “sun overhead” phenomenon is casting its solar spell across the nation, kicking off today in Yala’s Betong district. This mind-boggling event will dance through to May 22 in Chiang Rai’s Mae Sai district, offering locals and tourists alike a chance to witness the sun at its zenith—where it causes objects to cast no shadows at all. The National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT) has confirmed that all 77 of Thailand’s provinces will experience this rare solar spectacle. As the sun makes its journey directly overhead, it offers a unique opportunity to gaze at the sky with wonder, as if the cosmos is putting on a personal show just for you. Thanks to its prime tropical location, snugly nestled between 5 and 20 degrees north latitude, Thailand enjoys…
In the aftermath of the recent cataclysmic earthquake in Myanmar, all eyes have turned towards a Chinese contractor with ties to an array of construction projects across Thailand. One particularly delayed endeavor is the female student dormitory at Phuket Rajabhat University, and concerns regarding the structural integrity of its seven-story edifice have reached an all-time high. On April 3, the officials from the Phuket division of the Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning (DPT Phuket) embarked on a high-priority mission to assess the structural soundness of this project, crafted by the hands of China Railway Number 10 (Thailand) Ltd. This contractor is an extension of China’s vast state-owned conglomerate, the China Railway Group, which already has the unenviable blemish of constructing a 33-story high-rise for the State Audit Office in Bangkok, a partial collapse of which followed the seismic activity on March 28. With cautionary sirens blaring…
In a twist that reads like a page out of a thrilling novel, the serene and picturesque Khun Yuam district in Mae Hong Son has been shaken—quite literally—by the sudden arrival of six gaping sinkholes. The earth under this tranquil farming community gave way, leaving yawning chasms that are both alarming and mesmerizing. Spanning an astonishing 2 to 30 meters in diameter, these sinkholes emerged like hidden villains just after a recent earthquake had subtly rocked the region, sending ripples of surprise and concern through the community. The idyllic village of Ban Mae Surin, nestled in its usual post-card beauty of green fields, is the latest setting for nature’s mysterious ploy, unveiled between March 29 and 30. The quotidian life of farming and pastoral calm was disrupted, with these monstrous cavities conjuring images of a scene from a disaster film. Their appearance along the notorious Mae Hong Son fault line…