Welcome to the grand celebration of Thailand’s crown jewel of fruits – the renowned Durian! The Department of Internal Trade (DIT) has teamed up with the Thai Fresh Market Association to launch the sensational Thai Fruits Festival 2025. This year, the festival not only guarantees the distribution of top-quality durian throughout the country but also seeks to fuel domestic consumption, subtly tweaking the harmony of local fruit prices. Standing tall at the helm of this initiative is the dynamic Goranij Nonejuie, the Deputy Director General of the DIT, who has announced an exciting collaboration with the vibrant Yes Bang Phli market in Samut Prakan to tantalize our taste buds with this pungent delicacy. As the peak harvest season flourishes in Eastern Thailand, the delectable fruit prices have held a steady course. The department’s game plan prioritizes domestic consumption to secure these prices, with export endeavors being championed by the Commerce…
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Forget about those guilty late-night snacks. In Thailand, what’s sizzling hot—quite literally—is the shopping spree action that kicks off around 9 p.m. Across the country, consumers are embracing a trendy new habit: the “pre-bed purchase.” As the moon rises, so does the urge to snag those irresistible online deals, making health and beauty products regulars in their virtual shopping carts. Driving this wave of evening retail therapy is a desire for relaxation and self-care after a bustling day. As if by instinct, people—young and old—begin the nightly ritual of scrolling through their phones just as they’re about to hit the pillow. Skin-care serums, magnetic lipsticks, and those ever-important health supplements find their way into the hands of eager Thai shoppers. Among the various demographics, Generation Z gleams as the star shopper. The under-20 cohort has caught on to the notion that beginning a diligent skin-care routine now is like setting…
In the shimmering paradise of Phuket, where crystalline waters and sun-kissed sands invite countless visitors each year, a somber shadow fell over the island yesterday. The usually picturesque Kata Beach and the idyllic Bang Tao Beach became the scenes of tragic misfortunes that starkly contrasted with their tranquil beauty. It was just a little after 3:50 pm when lifeguards at Kata Beach noticed a motionless figure in the azure waves. Racing against time, they swiftly summoned the Karon subdistrict municipality rescue units. Upon arrival, rescuers were faced with the grim task of tending to a tourist whose pulse was absent. Despite the valiant CPR efforts and the frenetic utility of an Ambu bag, the tourist’s fate lay beyond revival. The individual was identified as Evgeny Keminsky, a 41-year-old visitor from Kazakhstan, whose adventurous spirit met a sorrowful end in the Thai seas. As the sun prepared to dip below the…
Bangkok, the vibrant city known for its luminous lights illuminating bustling streets, has faced a shocking challenge: cable theft. It turns out that this nefarious activity has accounted for a staggering 35% of streetlight outages, shedding unwanted darkness over the city’s iconic glow. In response, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has flicked the switch on an electrifying initiative: the “Shock the Thieves” operation, a city-wide crackdown aiming to lighten up Bangkok’s nighttime ambiance once again. This bold announcement was made during the 6th summit of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) department heads, right in the classic Rattanakosin Room at City Hall. Everyone was all ears as the Public Works Department presented its enlightening report on why streetlights were, well, less bright than usual. Shedding Light on the Culprits of Outages The report reflected the blame game played by various culprits responsible for the frequent streetlight outages: Damaged equipment took gold with…
In the vibrant heart of Bangkok, a remarkable transformation is underway, promising to untangle the city’s famously snarled traffic mess. Leading the charge is Chadchart Sittipunt, the industrious Governor of Bangkok, who recently presided over a high-stakes meeting at the Bangkok City Hall, also known as Sao Chingcha. This gathering of the city’s executive brass marked a significant milestone as they rolled out a revolutionary adaptive traffic signal system with much fanfare. The promising deployment of intelligent traffic systems has already touched 72 bustling intersections like magic since their installation in March 2025. These technology-infused intersections, strategically scattered across Bangkok’s dense core, boast adaptive signal control on routes including the ever-busy Rama 9 Road, historic Din Daeng Road, trendy Sukhumvit Road, the fashionable Phloen Chit Road, and more. The innovation has paved the way for significantly improved traffic flow, heralding a decrease in frustrating travel delays by 10 to 41%—a…
In the bustling heart of Bangkok, an exciting initiative is taking root, promising to nourish more than just the city’s inhabitants. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has proudly unveiled its ‘Farmer Market’ venture—a pioneering network of direct-to-consumer bazaars that whisk fresh, high-quality agricultural products from various districts straight into the hands of eager city dwellers. In a time where health consciousness is not just trendy but vital, and the clamor for safe, fresh food is on the rise, the Farmer Market initiative aims to bridge the gap between consumers and the fertile lands surrounding them. Under the insightful guidance of Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, this initiative is part of a grand vision to weave a sincere connection between Bangkok’s heart and its roots, allowing residents to savor premium farm produce right from their neighborhood’s backyard. Imagine rows upon rows of vibrant vegetables and luscious fruits. Picture health-focused delights that reflect both…
In Pattaya, schoolkids are stepping into a classroom with a serious lesson plan as Thailand grapples with an alarming rise in sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among teens. The statistics are startling—cases have tripled, and condom use is dwindling at a time when protection is paramount. Stepping up to the challenge, Mayor Poramese Ngamphichet has rolled out a hard-hitting sex education campaign at Pattaya City School 7 (Ban Nong Phang Khae) designed to quash risky behaviors in students aged 13 to 18. Run by Pattaya’s Disease Prevention and Control Division, the new initiative comes at a crucial time. Reported by Pattaya News, cities across Thailand, from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, are seeing a surge in teenage infections from HIV, gonorrhea, and syphilis. This comprehensive program aims to cover all bases, from advocating regular condom usage and promoting HPV vaccinations to encouraging sexual health check-ups and advising against dangerous partnerships. The mission?…
The scene is set in Thailand, where the political drama surrounding former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra continues to unfold like a captivating thriller. It’s a tale filled with high-stakes courtroom decisions, a touch of royal intervention, and the backdrop of a nation’s complex relationship with its former leader. Brace yourself as we delve into the latest twist in Thaksin’s story—one that involves courtrooms, hospitals, and a splash of controversy. Our protagonist, Thaksin Shinawatra, a figure both lionized and criticized by many, finds himself under the judicial microscope. The Supreme Court is gearing up to review his extended stay at the Police General Hospital (PGH)—a place that for some time provided refuge from a rather unwelcome prison cell. The question at hand: Did his hospital stay count as serving his prison sentence? With a plotline fit for a legal drama, the courtroom’s about to revisit this contentious chapter. According to Winyat…
In a dramatic turn of events, Thailand’s pulsating party province of Chon Buri has found itself at the center of a robust law enforcement crackdown targeting illegal foreign labor. This sweeping operation unfolded with the intensity of a blockbuster movie, complete with undercover raids, social media indicators, and unexpected arrests that have sent shockwaves through everything from the vibrant local eateries to the daring nightlife hotspots that dot the landscape. On June 11, a joint task force swooped down on several establishments in the lively Bang Lamung district, a place synonymous with revelry and rendezvous. At a company nestled in the Huay Yai subdistrict, officers apprehended eight individuals working without the necessary documentation. Among those caught in this legal dragnet were seven spirited nationals from Myanmar—five men and two women—alongside a resolute Cambodian woman. All were charged under Section 8 of the Alien Employment Act, which brings with it some…
In the early hours of June 12, 2025, the normally serene Don Mueang district in Bangkok was jolted awake by a burst of violence that left two teenagers injured. As the clock struck 2 a.m., Police Lieutenant Colonel Jarukit Janrada, along with officers from both the 191 patrol unit and Don Mueang patrol, responded to an alarming shooting incident reported at a modest single-storey townhouse located on Soi Veluwanaram 21. The scene was grim. Inside the home, the officers discovered two teenagers, aged 16 and 14, each nursing serious gunshot wounds as they desperately awaited medical help. The elder, referred to here as “A”, had been gravely injured in the abdomen and left arm. Meanwhile, the younger teen, “B”, suffered hits to the right thigh and abdomen. Thankfully, volunteers from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation were quick to provide first aid and ensure their swift transfer to Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital…