In the heart of Rayong, a tale of fire, chemistry, and heroism unfolds under the shadow of the evening sky. Just this past Wednesday night, the Win Process hazardous waste storage plant found itself once again at the mercy of an untamed blaze. This was no ordinary fire, my friends—this was a conflagration born from the bowels of industrial might, set alight in Ban Nong Pawa village, a tranquil community now thrust into the limelight of peril. The protagonist of our story, Building 3, was not just any structure. It was a treasure trove of aluminium dross, amounting to some 10,000 tonnes of the stuff. Now, for those unacquainted with the fiery temperament of aluminium dross, let me enlighten you. This is no run-of-the-mill refuse. When ignited, it scoffs at the idea of being quenched by water, for such an act only serves to fan its flames, emboldening the fire…
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In a bold and decisive move, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has sounded the alarm on safety standards in chemical storage across the nation, thrusting us into a narrative that seems straight out of an industrial thriller. With the air still tinged with the remnants of recent calamities, the Prime Minister’s mandate comes as a clarion call to inspect every nook and cranny of the country’s chemical warehouses. This directive was announced with a sense of urgent resolve by the government’s spokesperson, Chai Wacharonke, in a storyline that unfolded amid the smoky backdrop of yet another chemical misadventure. Imagine the quiet of the night shattered by the ominous sight of smoke snaking its way into the sky over Bang Mot neighbourhood in Bangkok’s Chom Thong district. It was here, in the dead of night, that locals were roused not by dreams but by the acrid smell of chemicals besieging their senses.…
Once upon a time, as Labour Day approached, whispers and rumors of a significant change began to swirl through the streets and alleys of Thailand. Workers, with hopeful hearts, awaited an announcement that promised to turn the tide in their favor—a proposed minimum daily wage hike to 400 baht set to begin on the first of May. Alas, like a plot twist in an enthralling novel, the government, starring Deputy Government Spokesman Karom Polpornklang, unveiled an unexpected turn of events. Under the golden rays of the Thai sun, Polpornklang stepped forward, his voice echoing a mixture of resolve and anticipation. He announced that the eagerly awaited wage increase would not unfurl its wings on Labour Day. Instead, like the climax of a gripping drama, the decision’s fate would be postponed until May 14th, when a gathering of minds—a tripartite committee—would deliberate its feasibility. The air buzzed with intrigue as Polpornklang…
Welcome to Tak province, an enchanting locale that unfortunately, has recently found itself at the heart of a less-than-magical situation. Nestled in the embrace of Thailand’s lush landscapes, Tak is currently on the front lines of a battle against an ancient and persistent foe: malaria. It seems the Department of Disease Control (DDC) has had its hands full, with a startling number of cases making headlines nationwide. Since the calendar flipped to January, Thailand has witnessed a surge with 2,913 individuals grappling with this mosquito-borne menace. Leading the pack, Tak has reported a whopping 1,671 cases – casting a shadow over its verdant vistas. Other regions haven’t been spared either. Mae Hong Son woke up to 308 cases, Kanchanaburi’s tally hit 251, and both Ranong and Prachuap Khiri Khan have seen their fair share, with 187 and 174 cases respectively. Interestingly, a significant chunk of these patients – around 60%,…
On a serene morning deep in the heart of Kanchanaburi province, a stunning tribute unfolded at the historic Hellfire Pass, part of the haunting Thai-Burma railway. Here, where history whispers tales of sacrifice and heroism, a crowd of around a thousand souls gathered in the soft dawn light, coming together for an event that was nothing short of poignant. Orchestrated by the Australian and New Zealand embassies, this Anzac Day commemoration was a powerful homage to the soldiers who laid down their lives and those who tread in their formidable footprints, serving with valor across the globe. The air was charged with a solemn reverence as individuals from all walks of life—families of the valiant, dignitaries, and representatives from a constellation of embassies, including the indomitable spirits of the Australian and New Zealand Defence Forces—converged to honor the legacy of the fallen. In their midst stood Australian Deputy Chief of…
On a sweltering day in August 2017, the atmosphere outside the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Holders of Political Position was thick with anticipation. Yingluck Shinawatra, Thailand’s first female prime minister, stepped through the courthouse doors to make her closing statement in a case that reverberated through the nation’s corridors of power – the rice-pledging scandal. Little did the onlookers know, this day would mark the beginning of a judicial saga that culminated in Yingluck receiving a five-year prison sentence. A moment frozen in time, this event was but a chapter in the intricate tapestry of Thai political history. However, in a surprising twist of fate, the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) recently chose not to further challenge the Supreme Court’s acquittal of Yingluck and five others regarding their involvement in a controversial 240-million baht public relations campaign. This decision has rippled through the political landscape, leaving spectators and insiders alike…
Imagine stepping into the hallowed halls of Samsenwittayalai School, a place where the future of young minds is shaped, and finding yourself caught in the midst of a scandal that reads like a nail-biting thriller. This is the tale of Viroj Samluan, the erstwhile director of this storied institution, and his deputy, Phusit Prayoonanuthep, who found themselves entangled in a controversy that would shake the very foundations of educational ethics in 2017. In a stunning twist of fate, both the director and his right-hand man were handed a severe verdict that would see them behind bars for two decades. Yes, you read that right – 20 long years. The gavel came down hard on Thursday, with the Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases not just sentencing them but also mandating a hefty forfeiture of 700,000 baht. But what led to such harsh punishments? Cue the “tea money.” This…
In the quaint town of Lampang, nestled in the northern expanse of Thailand, a thrilling police operation unfolded, straight out of a high-stakes drama. The protagonists? Two sisters, Punika Arayasuwan, aged 41, and Pratthana Arayasuwan, aged 39, who found themselves at the heart of a police investigation into a gambling empire with a staggering 700 million baht ($21 million) in play. This wasn’t just any run-of-the-mill operation; it was a meticulously orchestrated raid that peeled back the layers of an online gambling nexus sprawled across two provinces and ensnared the imaginations of thousands. The tale began to unravel on a Thursday, as dawn broke over Lampang, a place known more for its horse-drawn carriages than its cybercrime. Yet, here we were, witnessing the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) deploying its forces to crack down on what was described as a major online gambling syndicate. The raids targeted not just the…
It was a day draped in dramatic irony and high stakes at the Royal Thai Police headquarters in Bangkok. Enter Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, known affectionately (and somewhat ominously) as “Big Joke”—although the matter at hand was anything but laughable. Dressed to impress in a suit and tie, ditching his usual uniform attire, Surachate was on a mission. His goal? To challenge his suspension head-on and to pave his way to becoming the next national police chief—a position he sees not just as a job, but as his destiny. The corridors of power at the police headquarters buzzed with the whispers of officers and bureaucrats alike. Surachate, with the poise of a chess grandmaster making his opening move, sent a flurry of complaints to where it mattered: the Police Commission and an ethics committee of the Royal Thai Police. His contention? The suspension lacked legality, a maneuver he portrayed as…
In the shadow-lit streets of Nonthaburi, a tale akin to cinematic underworld sagas unfolds, featuring a trio of Japanese men whose lives intertwine with the murky depths of yakuza affiliations. The tale’s protagonists, Takuya Kato, aged 50, and Hiroto Suzuki, 33, have become the subjects of an intense manhunt after allegations arose of them orchestrating a crime that seems straight out of a noir thriller. Their alleged victim, 47-year-old Ryosuke Kabashima, met a fate most grim, sparking a mystery that reverberates through the alleys of Nonthaburi province. The Nonthaburi Provincial Court, on a day shrouded with anticipation, issued arrest warrants, setting the stage for a gripping narrative. The duo is accused of a chilling act on the night of March 27, within the secluded confines of a warehouse in Bang Bua Thong district. The plot they allegedly concocted was macabre: shooting Kabashima and then dismembering his body with cold precision,…