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In the wee hours of Friday morning, the tranquility of Mittraphap Road in Ban Phai district, Khon Kaen, was shattered with a sudden, disastrous cacophony. A tour bus, brimming with unsuspecting travelers, met an untimely encounter with the road’s median, tipping it precariously onto its side – a scene straight out of an action movie. The bus was making its nightly traverse from Nong Khai to Rayong, a route often punctuated by the hum of slumbering passengers and the gentle hum of tires on asphalt. No comic relief, however, awaited the 36 passengers whose journey took a turn from dreamland to a nightmare. As the clock ticked towards 3 AM, a chilling suspicion unraveled among the passengers – their pilot of the night had perhaps succumbed to the drowsy siren call of sleep. Ban Phai station’s vigilant officers heard murmurs of the bus’s ambiguous dance, straying like a somnambulist across…

In the serene and rather unsuspecting province of Lop Buri, a story has unfolded that seems ripped straight from the pages of a chilling crime novel. At the heart of this tale are Niphon, a 61-year-old man, and his 66-year-old wife, Urai, whose lives were tragically upended amidst a quiet, booze-filled evening at their modest apartment. As of today, May 9, 2025, authorities have thrust Niphon into the spotlight, examining what truly transpired in their intimate abode. In the early hours of the morning, precisely at 12:20 a.m., the calm was shattered when Police Lieutenant Banchachop Choptham of the Phatthana Nikhom Police Station received an enigmatic call. He, alongside Police Colonel Chaimit Sitthipoon, ventured to the site with forensic experts, investigators, a doctor from Phatthana Nikhom Hospital, and tireless volunteers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation. Their destination: a humble dormitory in the Phatthana Nikhom district, where a dreadful scene awaited them.…

Amidst the verdant expanse of Sanam Luang, the air sparkled with anticipation as the Royal Ploughing Ceremony heralded the start of the rice planting season in Thailand. It was a sight to behold, with the grandeur of tradition unfolding under the watchful eyes of royalty. King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida presided over this annual celebration, encapsulating Thailand’s deep-rooted respect for agriculture. Among the distinguished guests were Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, members of the Cabinet, and diplomatic dignitaries from around the globe. Such esteemed company lent an air of diplomatic gravitas to the occasion, further underscoring its significance. This storied ritual, rich in symbolism and tradition, coincides with the sixth lunar month, a period revered for its favorable farming conditions. The ceremony’s illustrious participants included Prayoon Insakul, the permanent secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, who donned the title of Lord of the Plough. Accompanying him were the…

Amid the tantalizing aroma of fresh fruits simmering in the tropical sun, Thailand’s Commerce Ministry has rolled up its sleeves to tackle a juicy dilemma – the conundrum of declining fruit prices. In a bid to give this fruity saga a sweet twist, the Ministry is zooming in on a colossal mission: distributing a staggering 950,000 tonnes of succulent produce across the Land of Smiles and beyond its borders. An ambitious endeavor brought to life by none other than Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan, it’s practically a nationwide fruit fiesta! The plan, a labor of love, is more than just any game of logistics. It’s a synchronized symphony involving various organizations harmonizing their efforts across production, marketing, exporting, processing, and trade facilitation. The target? An encore of effective distribution, aiming to reach dizzying heights of success with those tonnes of mouth-watering goodies. On the frontline of this fruity revolution is the…

In the picturesque lands of Nakhon Phanom, nestled within Thailand, the dedicated crew from the Provincial Electricity Authority was seen braving the aftermath of a boisterous storm. Recently, Wednesday brought more than just rain to That Phanom district; it brought down power poles, symbolizing nature’s sheer power. As residents stood watchfully, the workers toiled endlessly, determined to restore order and electricity to the storm-battered region. This whirlwind of activity coincides with broader meteorological warnings which have the northeast provinces of Thailand on high alert. The Meteorological Department, ever watchful, has sounded the alarm for impending summer storms slated to hit with gusto. From Friday through Monday, the atmosphere is expected to churn with thunderous storms, accompanied by sudden, gusty winds and possibly even the dramatic spectacle of hail. For residents, this means preparation is critical. The eye of the storm is set to become most intense on Saturday. Predictions point…

Only yesterday, the serene and sunny neighborhood of Udon Thani was transformed into a scene straight out of a disaster movie as a fierce hailstorm, backed by merciless winds and torrential rain, wreaked havoc in the area. This unexpected tempest touched down right in the heart of the afternoon, precisely at 1:30 PM, and it left behind a trail as chaotic as a toddler let loose in a candy shop. The storm’s brutal force uprooted trees that had peacefully stood their ground for decades and toppled imposing high-voltage power poles like a stack of toy blocks, causing local roads to resemble obstacle courses and plunging several areas into a nightmarish blackout. In the Baan Jeet locality of Moo 4, nestled within the Baan Jeet subdistrict of the Gu Kaew district, the storm showcased its prowess by cruelly stripping roofs off numerous homes, leaving them vulnerably cowering beneath the open sky.…

In a bold move aimed at revolutionizing workplace safety, Thailand’s influential Labour Minister, Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, has declared an all-out war on hazardous work environments. Unveiled at the opening ceremony of the National Occupational Safety Day 2025, his ambitious plan, aptly named “Safety Thailand,” seeks to drastically cut workplace fatalities by half in the next five years. The overarching goal of this initiative is nothing short of transformative. By the year 2030, the country aims to slash severe injury rates from 2.13 to a mere one per 1,000 workers, alongside reducing fatalities from 5.3 to no more than three per 100,000 workers. At the heart of this movement is the principle that “workplace safety is not just a legal requirement; it’s a basic human right,” Phiphat emphasized fervently. With the rapid advancement of digital technologies and artificial intelligence reshaping industries across the globe, Phiphat insists that safety standards must evolve in…

In the cool, early hours of yesterday morning, the northern province of Nan became the unexpected stage for Mother Earth’s gentle reminder that we live atop her restless crust. Two tremors woke the drowsy inhabitants of Nan, with nature’s curious orchestra taking place at 4:04 AM and offering a sequel performance at 4:52 AM. With magnitudes of 1.7 and 1.5 respectively on the Richter scale, these tremors were barely a whisper in the geological symphony but enough to make headlines. The Thai Meteorological Department’s Earthquake Observation Division pinpointed the quakes to a depth of just one kilometer underground in the quaint tambon Yap Hua Na of Wiang Sa district. Ground beneath this tranquil locale seems to be in a spirited dance this year. These events in Nan follow in the recent seismic footsteps of a more formidable 3.0 magnitude quake that rattled Nakhon Si Thammarat on May 7th. Occurring at…

In the arrestingly beautiful locale of Phuket, where verdant hills meet azure waters, not everything is just sun, sand, and blissful getaways. One might assume that the drama in Thailand’s most sought-after island paradises would be restricted to stunning sunsets and sizzling street food. However, a Tunisian man, now quite the talk of the town, added a slice of suspense to the paradise narrative. He valiantly tried to execute a tire-swap escape worthy of an action movie scene right on the bustling streets of Phuket… Our unwitting spectacle began on a balmy May day, the day after people were busy celebrating Labor Day, on the throbbing Dibuk Road near the historic Soi Rommanee. This road isn’t just known for local flavor but also for its strict no-parking policies. It’s hard to miss the conspicuous signs sternly warning against street-side lounging vehicles. Yet, amidst foreign tourists and locals enjoying the taste…