In the idyllic scenery of the southern Thai tourist destination, Phangnga, a tragic incident unfolded. A young girl of merely six years, hailing from Egypt, faced an untimely demise after an unfortunate tumble off the famed Ton Pariwat waterfall, situated in the district of Muang. This dreadful incident took place amid the tranquility of a Wednesday afternoon. The young victim, whose identity is being concealed as a mark of respect, along with her family, were a part of a small group outing involving six enthusiastic travelers. They had embarked on an adventure to explore the lush surroundings of Ton Pariwat waterfall, also hailed as Ton Song Phraek. The soothing, melodic drizzle of the waterfall in the calm, verdant tambon Song Phreak neighborhood abruptly transformed into a scene of urgency as the innocent, six-year-old girl was reported missing. As per the detailed information from the local disaster prevention and mitigation office,…
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Imagine taking a trip to Thailand’s very own Jurassic Park, a region rich in history and prehistoric life in the northeastern province of Kalasin. Here exists the recently unearthed Phu Noi excavation site within the charmingly rural Din Jee of Kham Muang district. Spearheading this new era of paleontological exploration in the region is a partnership between the Department of Mineral Resources and Mahasarakham University. The Director-General of the department, Oranuj Lorphensri, recently revealed what can only be described as the find of a lifetime. Delving deep into the sprawling excavation site of 1,200-square-metres, the combined effort of university staff and department officials led to the unveiling of an impeccably preserved dinosaur fossil. This isn’t just any fossil, nor is it simply another dinosaur. It’s nothing less than the most well-preserved dinosaur found in not only Thailand but Southeast Asia as well. Imagine, if you will, a complete skeleton that’s…
Lalisa Manoban, recognized universally by her stage name Lisa, and being a part of the globally adored South Korean girl band BLACKPINK, has triggered a ripple effect of unexpectedly high demand for freshly squeezed orange juice. The inspiration behind this widespread craze stems from an innocuous post on her Instagram profile, featuring the singing sensation delightfully savoring a glass of this citrusy delight. The Thai singer, who is renowned for her showcasing and promotion of Thai products on her social media platforms, once again proved her substantial influence through this simple yet enchanting post. Readers were taken aback by a snapshot of the star casually sipping on orange juice and the post’s cleverly chosen caption, showcasing a playful orange emoji. As one might expect, the fans ran amuck due to Lisa’s seemingly casual endorsement, resulting in playful speculations around an impending “orange juice boom.” It is worth noting that this…
The eminently respected Police Lieutenant General, Dhamrongsak Kittipraphat, found himself in the spotlight yesterday as he proudly awarded commendations to six valiant police officers and three audacious police cadet students during a ceremony at the Thai National Police Office. This recognition centered around two separate incidents that showcased not only their bravery but also their quick-thinking and problem-solving abilities – attributes that are quintessential to maintaining the peace and safety within the community. The first episode unfolded late at night on July 17, just as the clock struck 11:40 pm, the Chana Songkhram Police Station’s phone lines buzzed with an urgent call. The report was grim – a house located at Soi Sam Sen 5, Wat Phraya Krai, in the Bang Kho Laem District of Bangkok, was being devoured by flames. The elderly occupant and a patient, both trapped within the burning abode due to a locked gate, painted a…
In a quirky tale of misguided enhancement gone wrong, the tranquil coastal town of Pattaya, Thailand was briefly abuzz with an unusual medical emergency. A Swiss gentleman found himself in a very precarious and, no doubt, excruciating situation, as he was rushed to the hospital with a steel ring precariously lodged around his penis. An endeavor that was initially intended to augment his sexual pleasure had quickly gone awry, leaving him at the mercy of the quick-thinking and, one might add, brave Thai medical team. The misfortunate protagonist of our narrative was Urs, a 52-year-old Swiss man, in Pattaya for reasons unknown. He had wound a steel ring around his penis, a circumference measuring a not insignificant six to seven centimeters. As one would imagine, the pain was quickly becoming unbearable and the alarmed man had no choice but to seek medical intervention. He was described as looking intensely pale…
In the sleepy district of Tung Yai, nestled in the southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat of Thailand, an event transpired that shook the tranquillity of the everyday life. A calamitous deluge swept through causing a chain of mysterious occurrences, including the disappearance of ten crocodiles from a local farm. While locals seized the initiative and managed to recapture four of these imposing reptiles, six clever escapees have successfully remained elusive and now pose a potential threat to the residential area. The district office responded swiftly to the matter. They heightened the sense of urgency by issuing a formal warning to the residents. The cause of concern was heightened by the fact that site from which the crocodiles had slinked away, was situated uncomfortably close to a favourite hangout for the local children as well as a grazing ground used by the residents for their cows. The hypothesis being considered…
One particular citizen from the middle kingdom has recently stirred up some social media buzz due to his transformational lifestyle in the land of smiles, Thailand. With a life in a foreign nation bearing an uncanny resemblance to home, his routine has sparked the debate on the conspicuous absence of Thai commodity use. Astonishingly, even his go-to food deliverer is Mandarin-speaking. Social media was set ablaze when an astonished Twitter user shared a TikTok video of this foreign resident’s narrative about life in Thailand, with the caption: “A Chinese man reviews his life in Thailand, stating it’s extremely cozy despite Thai language barriers. Thai presence in the video is noticeably absent.” The engaging video opened with a hard-to-believe statement from the Chinese man: “Who would expect that living in Thailand without knowing how to speak Thai doesn’t cause any hindrance to your life? Let’s see what it feels like living…
A total of 126 students were attendees at the prestigious Thairath Wittaya School 6 located in Pa Mok District of Ang Thong. Most of the students, bar a minuscule five, have been commissioned back to their homeland. As for the remaining five, they are aged between 6-14 years and are currently in a state of uncertainty, with no visual of their parents coming forward to claim them, revealed the council president Wichien Chubthaisong. Of these 126 children, there were a few familiar faces in the school, precisely 54 of them, noted Chubthaisong. The rest of the attendees were the first-timers. Nevertheless, he opined that casting them aside in the middle of an ongoing school term is an absolute contravention of their basic human right to education, not to mention totally unprincipled. In addition to this, Chubthaisong disclosed the council’s intention to press charges against five executives of Thairath Wittaya School…
The landscape of tourism has experienced some significant fluctuations. For instance, the number of Thai tourists making trips to Japan in the first half of the year hit the 497,700 mark, a considerable recovery of 73% against the same period in 2019 when the count stood at 683,595. Conversely, the number of Japanese tourists who made their way to Thailand was considerably less, totaling 326,347. South Korea has seen a surge of its citizens choosing Thailand as their travel destination. The first half of the year noticed a whopping 757,767 South Koreans head to Thailand, outpacing the number of Japanese tourists, thus securing South Korea the fourth highest spot in the foreign tourists’ rank visiting Thailand, sitting right after China, Russia, and Malaysia. Amidst the noticed decline in Japanese tourists, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is keen on investigating the reasons behind this downshift and strategizing effective measures that…
Ringing in echoes of the previous week, the Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) has earmarked key areas like: • The arterial Ratchadamnoen Nok Road, that runs alongside the Ministry of Agriculture • The bustling Sap Road which houses the Russian Embassy • The network of roads circumventing the landmark Victory Monument in the Phaya Thai district, starting from around 3pm. Intending to mitigate the resultant snarls and snags, the police have advised the commuting public to take alternate routes that skirt the planned protest sites. People who have to travel to schools, offices, and other workplaces situated in close proximity to the protest venues are urged to brace for potential traffic congestion. To ensure smoother transit and to curb traffic irregularities, the police force will be on the ready to assist drivers navigate the affected roads. For those seeking live traffic updates or alternate routes information, the Traffic Police can…