Imagine cruising along Thepharak Road in the bustling province of Samut Prakan, when suddenly an event unfolds that’s straight out of a Hollywood action flick—a wheel spirals down from the sky like a meteor in slow-motion. But this isn’t cinema; it’s the curious case of a monorail mishap that occurred one fateful Tuesday evening. It was around 6:30 PM, the golden hour when day gives way to night, that a Yellow Line monorail train decided to give its wheel a tour of the town—without the rest of the train in tow. The rubber wheel, embarking on an unexpected solo voyage, made a dramatic entrance onto the outbound lane and performed a gymnastic bounce onto a taxi’s bonnet, starring a green-yellow cab and bewildered onlookers. The taxi’s front end, now suddenly accessorized with monorail paraphernalia, was driven by the seasoned Wirat Khumsap. Age 73 and not a stranger to extraordinary events,…
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Imagine, if you will, a pulsing throng of eager faces, a myriad of languages spilling out under the warm Bangkok sun, all converging upon the iconic Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Cameras clicking in symphony, the air tinged with excitement—that, my friends, was the scene at one of Thailand’s most revered sites this Tuesday. But behind the collage of selfies and sunhats, history was unfurling, as Thailand’s very own Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin dropped a tantalizing tidbit that’s set tongues wagging and travel planners buzzing: the land of smiles and the giant of Asia are about to get cozier! Wisps of exuberance could be felt emanating from the corridors of power as Mr. Srettha, in his dual hat as finance minister, announced after precise cabinet orchestration, the dawn of a perpetual vacation celebration—Thais and Chinese will soon frolic freely within each other’s borders! Picture this: zero visa fuss, 100% cultural…
Imagine the idyllic beauty of Krabi, where crystal-clear seas kiss powdery white shores, and towering limestone cliffs etch the horizon. In this slice of paradise, the Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park stands as a beacon of natural allure, tempting adventurers and serenity-seekers alike. Yet, amid the usual tranquility, an alarming disruption recently shattered the calm—a scuffle between two keepers of this Eden, culminating in gunshots piercing the quietude. Yutthapong Damsrisuk, the park’s seasoned chief, was aghast to disclose that one of the park’s stewards now faced the battle of his life. Ambience turned amiss at their shared quarters within the lush embrace of Maya Bay—arguably one of the planet’s most sought-after coves. The quarrel, as heated as the midday tropical sun, saw one employee lose his grip on composure, resorting to the cold steel of a firearm. Not once, but twice, bullets found their mark, yielding an…
Step aboard the eco-friendly revolution with Thai Smile Bus (TSB) as they wave a fond farewell to their legion of 350 natural gas-fuelled vehicles (NGVs), in a bold move towards a greener, more sustainable future. As the month draws to a close, the company is on the verge of completing an impressive transition that makes green commuting not just a statement but a reality. The dynamic Kulpornpath Wongmajarapinya, TSB’s chief executive officer, proudly announced that the wheels have stopped spinning for more than 95% of their NGV buses, with a striking flotilla of 58 buses having taken their final bow just this Monday. The remaining 16 NGV champions of the road are set to join their predecessors by month’s end, each one having played its part in the company’s ambitious push towards supporting net zero emissions. And that’s just the start! In an electrifying reveal, Ms. Kulpornpath shared that TSB…
Imagine stepping into a realm where the whispers of the wild beckon, where the regal stripes of the tiger still roam with an untamed grace. This is what lies at the heart of Thailand’s conservation efforts—the majestic Huay Kha Kaeng wildlife sanctuary. Nestled within the verdant embrace of nature, this oasis has become a pivotal sanctuary for the world’s most charismatic big cat. But there’s a bigger picture unfolding that’s as thrilling as it is vital for the future of these magnificent creatures. With a vision as bold and boundless as the territories tigers once roamed, the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has embarked on a pioneering initiative that promises to reinvigorate the pulse of the wild across Thailand’s western forest complex. The future is wild, indeed, with plans to establish new wildlife reserves in Ratchaburi and Kanchanaburi. Picture this: a living bridge of natural wonder, an…
It seems like yesterday when the bustling streets of Thailand buzzed with anticipation around the corridors of Government House, as Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin detailed the exciting rollout of a digital wallet programme that captured the nation’s collective imagination. But like a plot twist in a gripping novel, unforeseen delays have paused this financial fable—at least, that’s the scene from the last snapshot released to the public. “We’ve put in the elbow grease and rolled up our sleeves, pushing forward with a glass-half-full outlook,” shared Mr. Srettha, sporting an air of resolute optimism, even as the 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme has hit a speed bump. The economic landscape, he expressed at a recent cabinet meeting, is poised for a glow-up, as Q1 forecasts have the team brimming with enthusiasm. The plot, originally set for a release date somewhere between February and March, has been nudged back in the calendar, but…
The political landscape of Thailand buzzed with fervor on a certain auspicious day late October, when the formidable Paetongtarn Shinawatra emerged as the freshly chosen spearhead of the Pheu Thai Party. This pivotal event unfolded within the animated walls of the party’s headquarters, on the 27th of October, 2023 – an assembly that will be etched as a golden moment in their chronicles. (Photo credit hail goes to the observant lens of Somchai Poomlard.) It was a typical bustling Tuesday when Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai found himself fending off the persistent hum of media whispers — whispers that intimated an imminent reshuffle within the hallowed Cabinet corridors, all staging a grand entrance for the Pheu Thai’s new trailblazer, Paetongtarn Shinawatra. With the poise of a political sage, Mr. Phumtham dismissed these murmurings as nothing more than speculative fiction. He regaled with a knowing chuckle, “None of these fanciful tales…
Imagine the sun-kissed shores of Pattaya, where tranquil azure waters meet endless stretches of golden sands. This slice of tropical paradise is more than a picture-perfect postcard—it’s a destination that captivates the hearts of millions. The Pattaya pulse is quickening, as the city braces for a tsunami of tourists, aiming to captivate a staggering 27 million souls in 2024, according to the local tourism virtuoso, Urai Mukpradapthong. Urai, the maestro at the helm of the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Pattaya office, is buzzing with confidence. The goal for 2024 is bold, yes, but far from a flight of fancy. The previous year’s tally is poised to hit the lofty heights of 23 million, and Urai’s eyes sparkle with certitude—it’s a mere stepping stone to what’s to come. The tail end of 2023 was a spectacle to behold as waves of both domestic and international leisure-seekers cascaded upon Pattaya’s shores. A…
Picture this: A Yellow Line train is gliding smoothly above the bustling Lat Phrao Road, an everyday scene in the local urban tableau. Suddenly, there’s drama in the air! Imagine the surprise and horror as a rebellious train wheel decides to take a leap of faith, embarking on an unexpected journey from the elevated monorail, only to meet an unsuspecting taxi on the road below. It feels like a scene straight out of an action movie, doesn’t it? But let me tell you, dear readers, this was no scripted stunt. This was the real deal. As the operator, Eastern Bangkok Monorail Co (EBM) feverishly reported, the root of all this commotion was none other than a case of defective ball-bearings. These tiny rolling components, one might say the unsung heroes of our train’s wheels, had suffered damage. Their compromise resulted in the wheel’s dramatic detachment and descent onto Thepharak Road,…
In the early twilight of a fateful Wednesday morning, the serenity of Ayutthaya’s Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya district was shattered by a harrowing episode that would leave tire tracks on the hearts of its people. As the dawn kissed the sky with its rosy hues, a van, embroiled in its steadfast journey from Nakhon Phanom to the buzzing metropolis of Bangkok, met with an unsparing fate, embracing a roadside tree in an unyielding clasp which claimed the life of a woman and shook the very core of 15 other souls. The dire incident unfolded on the Rojana Road, leading towards Ayutthaya, as the vehicle wove its tale near an intersection, shadowed by a PTT petrol station in the quaint tambon Pratuchai, recounted Pol Maj Senee Phachob, the investigation chief with a solemnity reserved for such grave recounting at Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya police station. Time stood still around 5 a.m.…