The People’s Party is currently navigating choppy waters after an eyebrow-raising incident that unfolded on May 7th, shaking the very core of its reputation. A candidate intended for the forthcoming Samut Prakan Municipal Council election was nabbed by police, along with accomplices, on some serious charges. It seems that this election candidate was moonlighting in a cloak and dagger drug trafficking operation, bringing the party into the limelight for all the wrong reasons. The drama unfurled when officers from Min Buri Police Station swooped down on the notorious Boon Raksa drug ring. Among the four apprehended suspects were individuals identified as 27-year-old Apiwat, 36-year-old Panupong—a name not easily ignored as he’s the said candidate—34-year-old Sarayut, and 33-year-old Suthee. The catch of the day? A mind-boggling haul of narcotics, including a staggering 480,000 Yaba tablets, 1,089 grams of crystal meth, and 1,000 grams of ketamine. Words like these certainly make one…
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With the moon casting a silvery luminance over Pattaya’s bustling skyline on the evening of May 7th, chaos ensued high above as a blaze erupted through the 19th floor of a towering condominium. Nestled in the heart of Soi Chaiyapruek 3, this 29-storey residential haven was rocked from its tranquil stupor into a frenzied melee as the fire’s ferocity set panic ablaze amongst its residents and visiting tourists. The cacophony kicked off just after 8 PM when the dreaded sirens wailed across the complex, spreading across the tightly-knit community like wildfire, quick to amplify an already tumultuous panic. According to the diligent Pattaya City Disaster Relief Centre, it was Room 1911 where havoc initiated—blackened tendrils of smoke billowed from its rear window, smothering it in an intimidating cloak of ashen despair. Pattaya’s finest sprang into action under the able guidance of Police Lieutenant Colonel Phuttharak Sonkhamhan, who dashed to the…
In a decisive move to shield themselves from potential peril, Cambodia and Laos have put a halt to the importation of livestock and related products from their neighbor, Thailand. The specter of anthrax, a dreaded bacterial disease, has spurred this exigent action. Issued amidst rising concerns, this temporary embargo forms part of a broader strategy to stave off a possible outbreak. As anxiety ripples through Southeast Asia, Cambodia has taken proactive measures under the watchful gaze of its Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries. Currently, the nation remains free from any cases of anthrax, but vigilance is the order of the day. By clamping down on imports from the infectious hotspot next door, Cambodia seeks to preempt any unwelcome surprises. Officials stand sentinel at every Thai border crossing. These guardians of public health maintain a robust watch, ensuring the ban is airtight, even though the precise timeline for these restrictions…
In a twist worthy of a gripping drama, the People’s Party Samutprakarn recently found itself at the center of a tumultuous scandal. The startling revelation came yesterday, on May 7th, when a candidate from the party was apprehended for drug trafficking. This wasn’t just any run-of-the-mill bust; authorities nabbed 27-year-old Apivat, or as he was known by those close to him, Fluke, with a staggeringly large stash of illicit substances. The haul included a mind-boggling 480,000 methamphetamine pills, 1 kilogram of crystal meth, and another kilogram of ketamine. This arrest took place at a residence in the bustling area of Khlong Sam Wa, Bangkok. The investigation into Apivat’s activities had been underway for several months, with detectives zeroing in on the Boonraksa drug trafficking gang, pinpointing Apivat as a key figure involved in storing and distributing drugs. In the wake of this shocking arrest, the People’s Party Samutprakarn quickly moved…
In the serene yet tense landscape of Yala province’s Raman district, evening tranquility shattered abruptly when the unthinkable happened. As the clock strummed 5 PM on a typical Wednesday, the quiet hum of a military convoy’s engines was drowned out by the deafening roar of a roadside explosion. A makeshift bomb went off with unbridled ferocity near Kotortuera village, leaving two brave military engineers nursing injuries and a community clutching at the fringes of peace. The caravan, consisting of five vehicles and a squad of 21 soldiers, had set off on a routine journey back to their base. Their mission for the day? Dredging a canal in a nearby village—a task of meticulous labor aimed at improving local sustainability. Yet, amid this task of hope, insurgents had other plans. As the convoy rumbled along a road skirting the railway tracks, the bomb ignited beneath the third vehicle, marking yet another…
The serenity of a late afternoon in Yala province shattered abruptly yesterday, as an improvised explosive device (IED) attack targeted soldiers from the 15th Engineer Battalion. This grim event unfolded at the crossroads of daily duty and deadly encounter, precisely at 5 pm on May 7, in the ever-resilient Raman district. Two brave soldiers, weary yet accomplished after their canal dredging mission, met with a fate they hadn’t foreseen on their return to base. The site of this sinister attack was none other than the quiet vicinity in front of a cemetery in Kototura village, subdistrict Kototura. The soldiers, diligently working along the railway road stretching from Ban Maikaen, Noen Ngam subdistrict, to Ban Atakuwowo, became unwitting targets of violence. Security forces—comprising military, police, and administrative officers—swiftly descended upon the scene, the echoes of the explosion still resonating in the air. Upon securing the area, the officers found two men…
In what was supposed to be a sun-soaked escapade, a disabled Australian man named Keith Williams found himself in a rather unexpected, and certainly unwanted, adventure in Pattaya. Williams, a man who had come seeking the classic holiday romance, ended up featuring in his own real-life thriller when he was unceremoniously relieved of his cash. But this wasn’t your typical beachside tale of love and betrayal; it came with more twists and turns than you’d expect from a 65-year-old and his wheel-equipped escapade. The misadventure began under the glimmering moonlit skies around Pattaya Beach, as Williams wheeled his way through the bustling night scene at about 1 AM on May 8, 2025. It was here his path crossed with a captivating Thai woman, and their chemistry was as electric as the neon lights that illuminate the vibrant city. The pair struck up a lively conversation, one laced with promises and…
In the mesmerizing landscapes of Thailand’s Khao Yai National Park, adventure and wildlife come surprisingly close together. However, some thrill-seekers seem to blur the line between a wild adventure and reckless antics. Just recently, a gung-ho tourist found out the hard way that wild elephants are not to be trifled with. May 7th marked an unforgettable day for one overenthusiastic visitor who travelled from Thailand’s eastern region, only to snag himself more than just a selfie. As his entourage and he journeyed through the majestic park, they stumbled upon an enormous wild elephant casually swaggering down the road. A sight to behold, indeed, but rather than exercising caution, they opted for a dangerously close encounter with the gentle giant to capture that perfect Instagram moment. The tourist’s audacious move did not sit well with the vigilant park rangers. In a swift demonstration of authority, they slapped him with a fine…
In the serene and picturesque northern province of Lamphun, a tragic turn of events unfolded on a seemingly ordinary evening. The sun had long set, painting the skies in hues of indigo, and the customary hustle of life paced along the Lampang–Chiang Mai Road. However, as the clock struck 8:30 pm on May 6, tranquility shattered at the Doi Ti Intersection. On that fateful evening, chaos erupted when a rescue vehicle, belonging to the Southern Amarin Rescue Foundation, defied a traffic signal and sped through a red light. The defiance was not without consequence as it collided with two unsuspecting motorcycles that had just entered the intersection with the reassuring green light. Helplessly caught in this calamity was a 45-year-old woman named Kamonrat, whose journey home from the Lamphun Industrial Estate was abruptly and disastrously halted. The collision inflicted fatal injuries, claiming her life at the scene, and leaving a…
In recent developments, the People’s Party (PP) unveiled a new parliamentary initiative to erect an underground parking facility, setting political tongues wagging with its hefty price tag. Parit Wacharasindhu, an active opposition MP leading the charge in the house committee on political development and public involvement, highlighted this ambitious project on Sam Sen Road with a price tag of 104.5 million baht. The revelation, signed by Sub-lieutenant Aphat Sukkhanant, the House’s Secretary General, was publicly announced on March 25. This car park is no ordinary initiative. With an astonishing estimated cost of over 4.5 billion baht, it clearly stands out among the 15 planned renovation ventures for Parliament. The budget requirements for this considerable undertaking are projected to be sourced from the fiscal years of 2026 through 2028. Notably, the Cabinet has shown preliminary support for this initiative as it provided an in-principle nod this past January. However, an immediate…