On a fateful Sunday night, the tranquil vibes of Suk Prayun road in Phan Thong district, Chonburi, were brutally shattered by a tragic car accident. It was a night marked by sorrow when a white sedan, carrying a family of four, crashed violently into a power pole, ending in an untimely tragedy for the parents and severe consequences for their children. The grim scene, immortalized in a photo by Chonburi Dragon Rescue Facebook page, tells a story of heartbreak and caution. The ill-fated sedan was driven by Siraphop, 41, with his wife Natchareeya, also 41, by his side. In the backseat were the two children, whose names have been withheld to protect their privacy. What should have been a peaceful drive turned disastrous as a heated argument between Siraphop and Natchareeya took a deadly turn. According to the police reports and emergency responders, the couple’s altercation grew increasingly intense. Amidst…
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The Customs Department, back in 2015, showcased a plethora of seized contraband goods like sex toys at a press briefing in Bangkok. (Photo: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill) Fast forward to the present day, the Move Forward Party (MFP) is taking a groundbreaking step by pushing a proposal to amend the Criminal Code with the ambition to legalize the adult entertainment industry and its related products. This includes a variety of pornographic materials and sex toys. The intention? To dismantle the taboo surrounding this topic and bring better regulation to the industry. Leading this bold move is Taopiphop Limjittrakorn, an MFP Member of Parliament for Bangkok, who submitted the proposal to the parliament just last week. The buzz is that this bill will be up for discussion in the Lower House in just “about a week or two”. Currently, under Section 287 of the Criminal Code, all types of adult materials, such as…
The days of uncertainty surrounding the fate of the Move Forward Party (MFP) are rife with suspense, yet the party’s indomitable spirit remains unabated, declares Chaithawat Tulathon, the resolve etched on his face. Whether the Constitutional Court rules to dissolve the MFP or lets it stand tall, it won’t deter the party from marching steadfastly toward its goals and aspirations. “We’re fortified,” Chaithawat assures, an energy of renewed vigor evident in his every word. The MFP has become a powerhouse, its members better equipped and primed to steer the party toward victory in the forthcoming general elections. Confidence radiates from him as he speaks about the court’s pending decision, buoyed by the unwavering belief that their legal arguments are robust and convincing. As for convening a meeting to dissect the matter, he finds it unnecessary. “There’s ample time for discourse,” Chaithawat elaborates. “Our MPs are well-aware of the protocols we…
The political landscape in Thailand has been buzzing with chatter recently, centered around the prominent Pheu Thai Party member and list-MP, Pol Capt Chalerm Ubumrung. Despite rumors swirling about his potential expulsion, party secretary-general Sorawong Thienthong has stepped forward to clarify the situation. According to Mr. Sorawong, there’s no basis for initiating a process to expel this party stalwart. The speculation began when Pol Capt Chalerm hinted at a desire to be expelled from Pheu Thai, ostensibly to gain the freedom to join the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), much like his son Wan did just last week. Wan made waves by resigning from Pheu Thai after a controversial election in Pathum Thani, where his actions caused a ripple of discontent within the party. Commenting on the matter, Mr. Sorawong emphasized that expulsion isn’t a simple button to press. “The party cannot expel a member unless the individual is found to…
The Pheu Thai Party currently sees no compelling reason to initiate any process to expel a seasoned party stalwart and list-MP, Pol Capt Chalerm Ubumrung, according to the party’s secretary-general, Sorawong Thienthong. This declaration by Sorawong comes in response to Pol Capt Chalerm’s intriguing remark about his desire to be expelled from the party, which would free him to join the Palang Prarachrath Party (PPRP), like his son, Wan, who resigned from Pheu Thai earlier last week. The younger Ubumrung’s departure follows a disagreement with the party’s management for his recent fraternization with a rival party during an election in Pathum Thani. Mr. Sorawong clarified yesterday that the party cannot expel a member without a valid breach of the party’s rules, established by an ethics committee. “In Pol Capt Chalerm’s case, there is nothing concrete to warrant such a breach. He remains an invaluable asset, and the party has no…
The Department of Employment is hot on the trail of local agents who deceived Thais into believing there were lucrative berry-picking jobs waiting for them in Finland. Authorities intercepted 43 hopeful individuals before they could board their flight to this Nordic dream just last Saturday. The sting operation was sparked by a tip-off revealing Thai workers were heading to Finland under the pretense of picking wild fruits. The travelers were ticketed on flight QR837, departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport and making a pit stop at Hamad International Airport in Qatar. A whopping 43 individuals were detained, including seven women, all ensnared by these nefarious scammers. Somchai Morakotsriwan, the head honcho of the Employment Department, declared that everyone caught confessed to their misguided intent. The department swiftly ordered its regional offices to delve into the backgrounds of the arrested parties, suspecting many were manipulated by the ringleaders into illegal berry-picking gigs in…
In a tragic turn of events, wildlife officials retrieved the carcass of a male serow, which was discovered shot in Phetchabun’s Lom Sak district yesterday. Sunthorn Kongwarakom was on the scene to document the heart-wrenching discovery. Chanyaphak Thanachatakkarakun, the vigilant chief of Phupha Daeng Wildlife Sanctuary, received a disturbing report from a worker at the Silarat Lom Sak stone crushing plant. The worker claimed to have heard gunshots echoing from a mountaintop, followed by the alarming sight of a serow plummeting into a pit below. This tragic scene unfolded in the rugged terrain of tambon Bung Nam Tao, a section of Lom Sak district known for its quarry operations. Officials quickly descended into the pit, where they found the lifeless body of an adult male serow. The poor creature had sustained seven grievous wounds to its neck, clearly the work of a shotgun. Despite their efforts, authorities were unable to…
Senators are already hitting the campaign trail, each championing their choice candidates for the prestigious roles of Senate Speaker and Deputy. So far, three distinct factions have emerged, rallying behind their preferred candidates. Although a showdown seems inevitable, discussions around compromise candidates are also on the table. One faction dubs itself the “New Breed,” a dynamic group with fresh ideas. Another, the “Blue Group,” is believed to have ties with the Bhumjaithai Party, which resonates with the color blue. The third faction comprises independent senators who remain unaffiliated and aim to cast their votes without external influence. The New Breed, with approximately 30 senators, solidified their choices on Sunday. Outspoken Nantana Nantavaropas is their nominee for Senate Speaker, bolstered by two other prominent members for the deputy positions. Sen Lae Dilokvidhyarat, an economics expert from Chulalongkorn University, is slated for First Deputy Senate Speaker. Sen Angkhana Neelapaijit, a former National…
The public is clamoring for the government to zero in on critical issues like poverty, escalating household debt, and surging unemployment, as per the latest findings of the Suan Dusit poll. Conducted by Suan Dusit Rajabhat University, the survey took the pulse of 1,146 respondents to capture their views on the most urgent matters afflicting Thais post-Covid-19 pandemic, researcher Pornphan Buathong revealed yesterday. From the survey results, a staggering 79% of respondents disclosed grappling with the skyrocketing cost of living. Additionally, about 70% admitted to being entangled in debt struggles, with many resorting to borrowing to make ends meet. When asked to detail their debt situation, around 27% mentioned that debt and loans swallow up between 50-80% of their monthly budget. Almost 40% indicated that debt claims about 20-50% of their monthly earnings, while approximately 25% stated that it consumes less than 20% of their finances. Last year was particularly…
The verdict from the charter court concerning the possible dissolution of the Move Forward Party (MFP) will not derail the party’s ambitions, according to its leader, Chaithawat Tulathon. Regardless of the court’s decision, the MFP remains steadfast in its mission and objectives, he assured. Chaithawat emphasized that the MFP has not only grown stronger but its members are now more equipped and prepared, setting the stage for a potential victory in the upcoming general elections. His confidence in a favorable ruling stems from the robustness of the party’s legal arguments. Describing the present circumstances, he stated, “There’s no need for a party meeting to discuss this matter just yet.” He reassured the members that there is ample time to deliberate, saying, “We’ve informed our MPs that if the outcome is negative, there will be a procedural path to follow. Hence, discussing it right now is not necessary.” The party’s next…