In a recent development that has raised alarms throughout Thailand, COVID-19 has resurged with a vengeance, recording over 111,000 new cases and 31 fatalities just last week. Health experts, including Associate Professor Dr. Thira Woratanarat from Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Medicine, have taken to social media to express their concerns over this rapidly escalating situation, marking COVID as the most reported disease currently under surveillance in the country. Dr. Thira’s words are a somber reminder of the situation’s gravity, warning that the uptick in cases should not be dismissed casually. “This surge should not be taken lightly,” he emphasized, highlighting that over 400,000 individuals have sought medical assistance for the virus since January. Alarmingly, this statistic does not account for those who did not approach the hospitals. He pointed out the stark reality: the death toll attributed to COVID is now thrice the number caused by influenza. Dr. Thira strongly…
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In the bustling cityscape of Pattaya, known for its vibrant nightlife and sun-soaked beaches, an incident has emerged that has painted the town in shades of scandal and suspense. Picture this: it’s the early morning of June 9, when serenity is supposed to reign, yet chaos finds its way to disrupt the peace. At the heart of the tumult stands 40-year-old Paisal “Chicken” Jetjaroen, a man whose life flipped in a single, unexpected moment. The scene unfolds like a gripping drama. The victim, a 54-year-old Russian tourist by the name of Viachelave Gurov, found himself caught in an encounter he surely never anticipated. Allegedly, as Gurov was strolling through the shadows of the dimly lit Pattaya streets, he was suddenly confronted, struck on the head with what police describe as a wooden weapon. In that fleeting chaos, his bag and a ring vanished, swept away by his assailant who left…
In the tranquil hours of a Bangkok dawn, peace was shattered by an unexpected blaze tearing through a paper warehouse along the Khlong Phasi Charoen. At precisely 3 a.m. today, this serene locale transformed into a theater of fire and valor, as smoke billowed into the night sky, bearing witness to a fierce battle against the element that consumed everything in its grasp. In the forefront of this fierce battle, Lieutenant Nikhon Hao-bun of the Nong Khaem Police Station marshaled his forces with determination. Perched in Soi Liab Khlong Phasi Charoen 20/2, the single-story warehouse, once a sanctuary for stacks and stacks of processed pulp, became a raging inferno. Firefighters from the Nong Khaem Fire Station initiated a desperate waltz with the fire’s fury, finally subduing its flames after an hour-long standoff. Even as silence reclaimed the scene, the disaster had etched its losses with two lives taken—unidentified souls caught…
In a monumental effort to combat dengue fever, Thailand is steadfastly marching towards the elimination of this lethal mosquito-borne disease with unwavering determination. On June 9, 2025, during the ASEAN Dengue Day event punctuated with the rousing theme ‘ASEAN United: Zero Dengue Death, a Future We Build Together,’ Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin declared an all-out war against dengue. The ambitious target? Not a single dengue-related death by the close of 2025. “No one should die from dengue,” Somsak asserted, unveiling the multifaceted strategy aimed at halting transmission, enhancing treatment outcomes, intensifying mosquito control, and amplifying public education. Aided by cutting-edge technology, the initiative promises to sharpen outbreak detection capabilities and hasten responsive actions. Thus far, between January and June 4, 2025, Thailand has recorded 13,079 dengue cases alongside 15 related fatalities, figures deemed intolerably high by government standards. To reinforce its offensive, Thailand has embarked on a groundbreaking vaccine…
In a move that’s as futuristic as it is daring, the seaside city of Pattaya is taking to the skies to keep lawbreakers in check. With a flair for innovation, Mayor Poramese Ngampichet has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to police the city from above. The plan involves deploying AI-driven drones to monitor and apprehend overstayers and suspects in real time, a concept that’s set to redefine urban security. During a high-stakes briefing, Mayor Poramese joined forces with Police Lieutenant Colonel Torlap Tinamat, the chief of Pattaya’s Tourist Police, to announce this high-tech crackdown. The strategy revolves around integrating drones into a centralized AI database, capable of scanning bustling crowds and identifying individuals with outstanding warrants or those whose visas have overstayed their welcome—an especially pertinent measure during the city’s major events and gatherings. “This initiative will give Pattaya an edge, projecting our city…
As of June 10, 2025, the diplomatic wagons of Southeast Asia are stirring up a unique blend of visa changes and international intrigue. The stage? The intriguing and often unpredictable relationship between Cambodia and Thailand. It seems that Cambodia has thrown the proverbial first stone, as it has decided to trim the visa duration for Thai explorers to a mere seven days. This decision seems to have set off a ripple effect, leading Thailand into a tit-for-tat response that might make any seasoned diplomat raise an eyebrow. Previously, Thai passport holders had the luxury of enjoying Cambodia’s diverse allure for a full 14 days when arriving by land. But now, like Cinderella’s pumpkin-to-coach conversion, they have a week—just enough time to grow fond of the place. For adventurous border pass holders, their stay too dwindles from 15 days to merely seven. Not to be outshone, Thailand swiftly slashed the previous…
It’s time to batten down the hatches as Thailand preps for a thoroughly wet summer, with Mother Nature seemingly eager to test your brollies and stretch your sandbag stash. An ominous meteorological outlook hints at a dramatic splash across almost half the country, cascading into flash floods and landslides as torrential storms make their imposing debut. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD), donning their Dr. Jekyll spectacles, foresees clouds darkening the auspices of 45 provinces, tangoing through the skies with a thunderous crescendo and setting the stage for episodes of climatic intrigue right in the heart of Bangkok. Stepping into the meteorological spotlight, the eastern territories and the twin coastal fringes of the south are bracing themselves for a watery encore. The TMD earnestly implores hill-dwellers, riverbank-residents, and canal-adjacents to engage in high-alert mode, ushering a barrage of cautionary advisories as Mother Nature struts perilously near with a weather tantrum in…
In the picturesque surroundings of the Patong area, nestled amidst Phuket’s shimmering coastline, lies the Seeka Boutique Resort. Known usually for its idyllic charm and serene ambiance, the resort recently found itself at the center of an unexpected whirlwind. At the heart of this drama is a daring theft that unfolded in the stillness of the early morning, capturing both attention and outrage from the locals and netizens alike. On a seemingly ordinary Thursday, June 5th, before the sun could even peek above the horizon, an employee at Seeka Boutique Resort discovered that 4,000 baht had vanished from the reception counter. This wasn’t your everyday financial discrepancy; it was a bold theft caught under the probing eyes of CCTV cameras. The footage was soon making the rounds on social media, thanks to the diligent efforts of Chanattha Chatchanan In-om, who shared the video in a bid to nab the audacious…
In a vivid drama unfolding under the starry skies of Pattaya, a once lively beach vendor, now engulfed by personal demons, created quite the ruckus when he set ablaze his rented room in an appalling outburst of despair. This tale unravels the story of Boonmee Phubpaen, affectionately known as Thong, whose journey from hustling mats to tourists on Pattaya Beach spiraled into a chaotic frenzy, culminating in a fiery outpouring of frustration. As the witching hour ticked past, the tranquility of Soi Buakhao was shattered when a scorching blaze erupted in a modest rental room nestled in a side street. The local law enforcement contingent, led by the determined Lieutenant Colonel Alis Puangwai, was alerted to the scene at the stroke of 2.30 am. Upon arrival, they discovered Boonmee ensnared by concerned locals, his visage bloodied and his mind adrift, slouched amidst the rubble of his now charred abode. Wreckage…
In an unexpected twist that could rival any suspense thriller, an Indian tourist’s risqué escapade in Pattaya took a nosedive from spicy to icy. The vibrant city, known for its pulsating nightlife and entrancing beaches, witnessed yet another mishap involving a holidaymaker and a pair of trans women. Little did Sachin Suryakant Ghayal know that his lively evening rendezvous would translate into a hefty financial wipeout. Enjoying the balmy breezes along Pattaya Beach, Ghayal ran into the two intriguing women who promised a night to remember. Enthusiastically, he escorted them back to his room on Soi Pattaya 10. However, the night took a slippery turn when one guest suggested engaging in a steamy shower, while the other awaited her turn on the bed. The shower might have been hot, but the aftermath was stone cold. Emerging from the refreshing spray, Ghayal feels the eerie chill in the room as he…