The province of Mae Hong Son in the north of Thailand has been recently devastated by intensive flooding, an aftermath of torrential rain that relentlessly lashed the region for hours. The hardest hit was the village of Huai Pha in the Muang district, nestled in between the streams of Mae Sa Ngee and Mae Sa Nga; the inundation was so severe that homes were submerged, resulting in the tragic disappearance of a 39-year-old woman. What was instanced as a regular downpour transmuted into a mini catastrophe, relentlessly wrecking havoc and sweeping across the village. Six houses have met with severe damage, inclusive of submerging 300 sacks of rice, two heavy-duty transportation trucks, 10 private motorcycles, a pair of tractors and numerous livestock under its terrifying churn. Unrelenting rescue missions are underway to locate the missing woman and to attempt saving the drowned livestock. The villagers recount the terrifying sight of…
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The honourable Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin recently revealed exciting news that his inaugural mobile cabinet meeting will take place in the flourishing Nong Bua Lamphu province, come November. The PM addressed this at the Lao border checkpoint’s Customs Office in Nong Khai, emphasizing that this decision derived from his exploratory visit to the northeastern region, which intrigued him immensely. Prime Minister Srettha’s ambitious intention behind selecting Nong Bua Lamphu as the meeting’s venue is to confront and discuss the grassroots difficulties encountered by the local populace. These challenges include, but are not limited to, dwindling income, rampant drug menace, and debilitating droughts – all of which have been plaguing the region for far too long. Prior to his insightful trip to Nong Khai, the distinguished Prime Minister extended his visit to Khon Kaen and Udon Thani. He expressed his admiration for these provinces’ capacity to amplify their economies. This is…
A gripping tale unfurls in Nakhon Pathom’s Muang district, where former kamnan Praween Chankhlai stands accused of orchestrating the murder of a high-ranking police officer. Transpiring at a dinner party hosted at Chankhlai’s own home, the incident has sent seismic shockwaves through the local community, igniting an intriguing investigation filled with high stakes, loaded gun, a deadly chase and laced with scandalous political ties. Deputy national police chief, Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, is conducting the investigation; he is backed by incontrovertible proof pointing towards Chankhlai’s involvement in the fatal attack on Pol Maj Sivakorn Saibua, a local highway police station chief. An extensive investigation is currently underway, with all leads pointing towards the influential local figure, who once served as a sub-district head accruing substantial power during his tenure. Under scrutiny is also the individuals who assisted the assailant in fleeing and attempting to destroy crucial evidence, like the CCTV…
The navy of the land of smiles, Thailand partnered with the People’s Republic of China during the Blue Strike-2023 for advanced joint naval training. This show of naval prowess saw a total of 2,506 personnel actively involved from both countries. One of the highlights of the drill was a submarine familiarisation spectacle which featured a Changcheng Chinese submarine. It’s worth noting that the Thai government has forward plans to acquire three of such submarines from the Asian powerhouse, China. This joint drill serves as a testament to the strategic alliance between both countries. Given the political backdrop with the new Defence Minister, Sutin Klungsang, it comes as no surprise that his ability to champion effective collaboration with the military amidst political volatility is eagerly anticipated. As a civilian in control of military affairs, his plate is full with a myriad of challenges including implementing military reforms, quelling the southern unrest,…
Discussion on the proposed visa-free policy for Chinese tourists, a viable short-term solution to boost tourism, will dominate the agenda of this week’s inaugural cabinet meeting owing to the anticipated increase in authorities’ workload. This reinstates the government’s dedication to revitalizing tourism, a crucial player in the foreign exchange domain, emphasized Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. Further details regarding the policy, scheduled to commence on October 1, will be expounded on during the cabinet meeting. The announcement follows the preparation by significant tourism provinces for the impending visa exclusion for Chinese visitors. The tourism industry has responded favorably, predicting a surge in Chinese tourists, who constitute a substantial proportion of foreign visitors. The prime minister, recognizing the value of tourism to economic growth, initiated his tenure with a tour of Phuket to understand the tourism landscape. Subsequently, he proposed a temporary visa-free policy for Chinese tourists to jazz up the industry…
In a startling revelation, the Corrections Department has announced the termination of one of its officials who is implicated in a fatal shooting. An encounter leaving a highway police officer dead and hurting another at the dwelling of an influential village headman, or kamnan, in Nakhon Pathom province on a recent Wednesday night has been linked to this official. Sithi Sutheewong, the director-general of the department, has identified the sacked official as Thitinan Intonwong. Contrary to previous reports misplacing him at Khao Bin Prison, Mr. Thitinan was in fact stationed at the Ratchaburi Central Prison. As law enforcement closes in, the sacked official has been apprehended by the police. Police investigations indicate that Mr. Thitinan is accused of masterminding a cover-up in the aftermath of the lethal shooting at a dinner party held at the residence of Praween Chankhlai, 35. As the kamnan of tambon Takong in Muang district, Nakhon…
In a chilling event that has gripped Nakhon Pathom, Praween Chankhlai, a formidable kamnan (local subdistrict chief) now stands accused of orchestrating a fatal shooting at a dinner party hosted in his residence. This incident unfolded on an unsuspecting Wednesday evening, the devastating tremors of which are still being felt in the community. Brought within the austere presence of a court, Mr. Chankhlai will face the consequences of his alleged actions, as captured in a confidential photograph supplied. A total of six police officers have been relinquished from their duties within the police force. This harsh action, meted out in response to their suspected participation in the horrifying dinner party events, can be seen as a necessity; a clear message stipulating that no malfeasance will be tolerated within the uniformed fraternity. The casualties of this unfortunate incident include Pol Maj Siwakorn Saibua, an officer proudly serving highway police station 1…
In the luxurious surroundings of the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, the Embassy of Israel rolled out “Savour the Future of Food,” an awe-inspiring foodtech roadshow. Pulling in an audience comprising a myriad of stakeholders in the alternative food sphere, the event served as a platform for pioneers in fields such as cultivated meat, plant-based products, sugar reduction, and cutting-edge fermentation technologies to collaborate and showcase their work. A distinguished participant gracing the occasion was ML Sirichalerm Svasti, a household name in the culinary world of Thailand, who is fondly referred to as McDang. He joined a robust line-up of innovators from 14 pioneering Israeli start-ups, solidifying the roadshow’s place as the most extensive gathering of its kind to have ever taken place outside Israel. The crowd was captivated by riveting discussions and live demonstrations of ‘the foods of tomorrow.’ The scene-stealing innovations included lab-grown meat, dairy substitutes crafted without the…
Thailand is currently witness to a powerful call-to-action within its taxi industry. The Thai Public Taxi Association is championing a significant change and quite literally, a recharge, within the transport sector – the widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). Chairing this electrifying endeavor is none other than Association Chairman Sadit Jaitiang. Mr. Sadit has confirmed that an important discussion is scheduled to echo down the high corridors of transport bureaucracy next Friday. On the other side of the dialogue table will sit Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit. The agenda? A medley of subjects affecting the wellbeing of taxi drivers across the country. But of utmost importance will be the proposition of a clean, green future for Thailand’s roads – courtesy of electric taxis. The advantages of an electric takeover are manifold, according to the association chairman. He firmly asserts that this revolutionary shift in the taxi segment will conspicuously curtail carbon…
In the parliamentary system, a recent hullabaloo over meal wastage has come under scrutiny. The issue surfaced when a member of Parliament known for her role in acting, Sirilapas “Mew” Kongtrakarn of the Move Forward Party, was criticized on social media for taking leftover food from the parliamentary canteen. However, her action sparked debates about the handling of leftover food in the parliament that was seen to be a potential source of waste. Sirilapas, responding to the criticism, posted the image on her Twitter account with over 20,000 followers, explaining that the leftover food would have otherwise been discarded. Public attention was quickly drawn to the surplus meals and beverages supplied to the parliamentary members, causing an outcry for an overhaul of the system in order to curb food waste and thereby judiciously use the public funds spent on such benefits for the lawmakers. On this account, the president of…