In a notorious spectacle of audacity, a group of foreign tourists in Phuket unleashed a veritable social media firestorm by blatantly defying Thai law, opting to smash rather than adhere to a police wheel lock. Ah, but we’re not speaking of some clandestine escapade under the moon’s hidden veil. No, this brazen act unfolded in the glaring light of day, right outside a bustling shopping haven on Rat Uthit 200 Pi Road in the vibrant heart of Patong, this very day, January 14. The pandemonium kicked off with a 23-second video, swiftly uploaded by the Phuket Newshawk Facebook page—a tiny digital dynamite with the intriguing caption: “A friend smashed the chain. #Don’t do it #Patong.” The clip, seemingly designed to stir the online cauldron of opinion, vividly illustrated a tourist in action, wielding a rock with resolute intent to break the chain securing their motorcycle. This chain was no mere…
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Get ready to paint the town red because Hat Yai is gearing up for yet another electrifying Chinese New Year celebration! From January 28 to February 2, the city will be teeming with an explosion of colors, festivities, and cultural richness as it hosts a week-long jubilee unlike any other. This hallmark event, a spectacle deeply cherished by Thailand’s Chinese community, is set to transform the bustling Srinakorn Foundation School into a dazzling hub of activity. Brace yourselves for a sensory overload because Hat Yai’s Chinese New Year festival promises a myriad of exhilarating attractions that cater to revelers of all ages. The streets will come alive with vibrant parades featuring dragon and lion dances, filling the air with the rhythmic beats of drums. Expect to be mesmerized by awe-inspiring fireworks and stunning lantern sculptures that will illuminate the night sky. And if that’s not enough, there’s plenty more to…
In the usually tranquil Mueang district of Nakhon Si Thammarat province, a heart-wrenching tragedy unfolded yesterday that left the community in disbelief. Chitlada, a 48-year-old local, tragically lost her life while riding her motorcycle home, after what was likely a long day of rubber tapping. The incident, which involved a towering 18-wheel truck, has shocked the residents and highlighted the perils of road travel under unfavorable conditions. Police Colonel Phadungphong Duksukkaew was among the first to receive the grim report on the 13th of January. He, along with local hospital doctors and rescue staff, arrived promptly to the scene in the Mai Riang subdistrict. The sight was somber; Chitlada’s lower body bore severe injuries, and her once-proud motorcycle was reduced to mere fragments. According to collaborative eyewitnesses and real-time CCTV footage, Chitlada made a brave, albeit ill-fated, attempt to overtake the massive truck while it coursed alongside a 10-wheel truck…
The Office of Anti-Money Laundering (AMLO) has once again rocked the corridors of justice with a no-nonsense complaint against a former high-ranking police officer, spotlighting allegations of money laundering. The dramatic revelations emerged from an investigation led by Thung Maha Mek Metropolitan Police Station, which uncovered a tangled web of illegal online gambling that allegedly involved financial dealings pointing to some rather unexpected quarters. Police Major General Nopasilp Poolsawat, serving as the deputy commander of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, has been the bearer of these electrifying details, revealing that none other than Police General Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn and his spouse, Sirinatda “Kubkip” Hakparn, were at the center of these accusations. Astonishingly, a complaint lodged by AMLO at Bang Rak Police Station fingered them for money laundering offenses. Why, you ask, are they being scrutinized? The investigation untangled a trail leading to eight life insurance policies under the names of…
In the whirlwind of politics, allegations and accusations can become as common as the daily weather forecast. And right now, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra finds herself in the midst of a proverbial storm, firmly standing her ground against what she describes as unfounded claims of asset statement falsification. Unfazed by the rising tide of skepticism, Paetongtarn remains defiant, labeling the accusations a politically driven narrative. It all began with a report from the Isra News Agency, which triggered a flurry of sensational headlines by suggesting that the Prime Minister had fudged the numbers concerning a mind-boggling 4.4 billion baht debt owed to her very own kith and kin. Facing the media at the regal Government House, Paetongtarn set the record straight with a mix of indignation and assuredness. “It’s a debt between me and my relatives,” she asserted with a resolve reminiscent of a courtroom drama protagonist. “I’ve submitted all…
In a tale that’s gripped Bangkok and beyond, a Chinese woman known only as Yujin has found herself at the whirlwind center of a dramatic saga involving alleged police corruption, international intrigue, and unending demands for justice. Yujin’s controversial story began when she accused Thai police officers of extorting a hefty 7 million baht from her, a claim that immediately shot her into the media spotlight. However, the plot thickened as several Thai nationals stepped forward to implicate Yujin in an investment scam. What followed was a chaotic interplay of accusations, counterclaims, and a quest for truth that reads like a Hollywood script. Yujin’s fiery allegations were first broadcasted via a livestream, in which she passionately accused officers at Bangkok’s Prawet Police Station of corruption and warned her followers against traveling to Thailand. Declaring the country “dangerous,” she left no stone unturned in her detailed tale of deceit. Seeking justice…
In what has become an all-too-familiar tale of heartbreak intertwined with caution, a Nigerian tourist’s life was cut tragically short during a traffic mishap in Phuket, Thailand. This unfortunate incident, occurring at the bustling Samkong Intersection in Ratsada subdistrict, Kathu district, underscores the perils of neglecting traffic regulations. On January 13, a seemingly ordinary Thursday afternoon took a grim turn when at 3:10 PM, the tourist collided with a speeding passenger van after running a red light on his northbound journey along the bypass road. At the crux of this tragic event is dashcam footage, potent evidence laid bare on social media by none other than Facebook user Chawalit Mueaibut. The unnerving video captures those fateful seconds: the motorbike defying the red light, the van approaching with a green light advantage, and the subsequent collision that sent the motorcyclist tumbling lifelessly onto the unforgiving asphalt. Sadly, despite the frantic rush…
Yesterday in the serene district of Mueang Surat Thani, the tranquility was shattered by a distressing incident that unfolded as a tuk-tuk collided with a stationary timber truck, parked innocently by the roadside. The crash proved fatal for the tuk-tuk driver and left seven passengers with various injuries, six of whom found themselves in desperate need of critical care. The calamitous event was reported promptly to Police Lieutenant Thanongsilp Kayannoi of the Mueang Surat Thani Police Station at the twilight hour of 7.05 pm. The scene of the incident, a bypass road snaking near the Wipawadee Rangsit camp curve in the quaint Bang Kung subdistrict, became a hub of chaotic rescue efforts. Upon receiving the distress call, rescue teams were dispatched like vigilant knights to the site, prepared to face a scene of bent metal and shattered glass. Upon their arrival, the team was met with the grim sight of…
In the heart of Narathiwat, where the whispers of the morning breeze weave tales of heroism and sacrifice, an unsung legend tragically met his fate. On what seemed like a typical Tuesday morning, Sri Sakhon-Chanae Road bore witness to a cruel twist of fate that has left the community in mourning and reflection. Overlaid against the backdrop of the serene yet tumultuous region was the story of Pol Lt Col Suwit Chuaythewarit. At 56, Suwit, wearing many hats as an award-winning police officer, a beloved principal, and a devoted father, became a beacon of hope for many young minds. A man well-known for his empathy and courage, he, alongside his son, Pol Snr Sgt Maj Dome Chuaythewarit, 35, fell victim to a dastardly ambush. The father-son duo was traveling along the notorious Sri Sakhon-Chanae Road, oblivious that instead of the anticipated crisp, cool air, they were about to encounter a…
In the gentle embrace of Thailand’s northeastern landscape, an aging sugar palm tree, standing sentinel for over a century, fell under the relentless push of strong winds. The mighty tree, once a proud guardian towering more than 20 meters tall in the province of Maha Sarakham, now lay crumbled across a rural road. Its fall was not without consequence; on a tragic day, January 11, 2025, the tree’s collapse claimed the life of a young girl and altered another’s forever. The air was thick with the scents of impending rain as Adisak Rattha, the community leader, received the dreaded call. The winds had whispered of danger all day, leaving locals uneasy. Yet, nothing prepared them—or him—for the heartbreaking scene that unfolded on that rural road in Kantharawichai district. The century-old palm, its core decayed by the turn of a hundred seasons, had chosen that moment to let go. On a…