In the tranquil pre-dawn hours of April 27, Mueang Prachuap Khiri Khan was shaken awake by a scene straight from a high-octane thriller. Just as you might pour your morning coffee, a Toyota Vios ripped through the calm, its driver unleashing a volley of six bullets towards an unsuspecting truck driver. This brazen act unfolded with chilling precision on the southbound stretch of Phetkasem Road, near the nondescript kilometre marker 315 + 600. As sirens pierced the early morning air and blue lights painted the scene in flickering shades of urgency, the shooter, apparently engulfed in a moment of regret or remorse—or perhaps both—handed himself over to the authorities. The vehicle in question, a bronze-silver Toyota Vios with licence plate กข 5526 from Prachuap Khiri Khan, now stood abandoned at the Khlong Wan Police Station, under forensic examination, more like a silent witness than a mere mode of transport. The…
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The revered Sasin School of Management, in collaboration with its main sponsor, SCG Chemicals (SCGC), a trailblazer in the realm of sustainable polymer innovation, is ecstatic to unveil the Bangkok Business Challenge (BBC) 2025, empowered by SCGC. Marking 23 dynamic years, this competition holds the proud title of Asia’s longest-standing global student startup challenge. Guided by this year’s theme, “Growing Impactful Ventures,” it offers a vibrant global stage for university students to unveil entrepreneurial triumphs that address the pressing economic, social, and environmental issues of today. Scheduled from May 22 to May 24, 2025, at Sasin in the bustling heart of Bangkok, the event draws teams from all four corners of the globe, nurturing daring ideas, nurturing cross-cultural collaborations, and creating pathways for scaling ventures on an international stage. The excitement is palpable at Sasin. “We are fully dedicated to crafting future leaders who are poised to make a significant…
Picture this: In the bustling heart of Bangkok, amidst the ever-thrumming energy of the city, an intriguing tale of illicit retail unfolded on a seemingly ordinary Sunday. The setting of this drama? A shopping mall in the vibrant Ratchathewi district, where the neon lights and buzzing crowds make for quite the spectacle. But on this day, the usual hum of shoppers was joined by a rather unexpected visitor: the police. Under the leadership of Pol Maj Gen Thatphum Jaruphat, the sharp-eyed officers of the Economic Crime Suppression Division descended upon a store nestled at the bustling Pratunam intersection. Their mission? To put an end to the covert commerce of counterfeit goods. The operation was no off-the-cuff affair; it had been orchestrated with precision, based on whispers and hints of nefarious activities. Enter Yang Jin, a 48-year-old entrepreneur with a penchant for passing off fakes as the real deal. As the…
As the sun blazed down relentlessly, the otherwise tranquil scene at Lam Chae dam was transformed into a bustling oasis of sun-seekers on a warm day in Khon Buri district, nestled in Nakhon Ratchasima province. Captured strikingly by the keen eye of photographer Prasit Tangprasert on March 27, the image became a testament to the lengths people will go to beat the heat. Welcome to Thailand’s northern provinces, where the heat is as relentless as it is memorable. This year, as we tentatively transition from the stifling clutches of summer into the much-anticipated reprieve of the rainy season, the northern regions have firmly claimed their throne as the hottest spots across the nation. According to the Meteorological Department’s latest revelations, all of the top 10 sweltering locations on Sunday hailed from this sun-drenched region. Leading the scorching charge was Muang district in Mae Hong Son province, clocking in at a…
Picture this: a sunny day in the bustling tourist hub of Pattaya, known for its picturesque beaches and vibrant nightlife. In the midst of the weekend calm, chaos erupted outside a local supermarket in Bang Lamung district. The ingredients for this unexpected drama? Two agitated foreigners, a resilient Thai motorcyclist, and of course, a runaway bag of garbage. It all began innocuously enough. Our protagonist, a 44-year-old Thai food delivery rider, was navigating the busy streets, likely en route to his next delivery, when a vehicle with two foreigners onboard clipped his motorcycle. Unfazed, or maybe just seasoned by the unpredictability of daily traffic, he remained composed. However, what happened next was straight out of a cinematic standoff—the car’s window rolled down and out flew a bag of trash, its trajectory set directly upon him. Fueled by disbelief and an injection of adrenaline, the rider pursued the vehicle, his horn…
In the lively arena of international diplomacy, few topics pique both intrigue and apprehension quite like tariffs. Our stage is set in the vibrant Southeast Asian country of Thailand, where the political currents are stirring. The People’s Party (PP), an active yet scrutinized force in opposition, has taken a bold step. They are urging the Thai government to drop charges against American academic Paul Chambers, asserting this could be a key move in advancing tariff negotiations with the United States. The narrative takes an intriguing twist with former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra throwing his seasoned hat into the ring. He has associated the stalling of these essential tariff discussions with concerns from the US over national security. In a statement as cryptic as it is suggestive, Thaksin alluded to certain legal cases tied to Americans—an inevitable nod to the delicate lese-majeste and computer crime charges looming over Chambers like a…
In the bustling regions of Southeast Asia, crime, controversy, and advancement go hand in hand, setting the scene for an ensemble of headlines that intrigue and caution travelers and locals alike. As we dissect recent events in Thailand, we’re faced with an array of stories ranging from heinous crimes to efforts in digitizing arrival procedures, each echoing broader narratives in Southeast Asia. In the throes of public shock, a 42-year-old Chinese national named Tongyung Fu was apprehended at a Bangkok airport on April 26th. His crime? Allegedly murdering and almost succeeding in dismembering a transgender woman in a hotel room in Pattaya. This gruesome affair unraveled as the victim’s cries echoed through hallways, their anguish immortalized by surveillance footage capturing Fu’s hurried departure suitcase-in-hand. The arrest before his flight emphasizes a chilling homicide case that has now snowballed into a detailed forensic scrutiny. In a twist of road rage, Phuket…
In the hustle and bustle of Bangkok’s vibrant cityscape, a somber pall has descended over a once-mighty skyscraper as rescue teams remain locked in a battle against the clock. The partially ruined 30-storey State Audit Office tower stands as a stark monument to the fury unleashed by a 7.7-magnitude earthquake that rattled the region on March 28, 2025. With today being the fateful date of April 28, the memories of that day continue to cast their shadow, and with the confirmed death toll climbing to a heart-wrenching 62 souls, hope pounds unevenly but resolutely amongst the surviving families of the missing. With determination carved into every line of his face, Suriyachai Rawiwan, the meticulous and tireless disaster mitigation director of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, finds himself at the heart of this colossal operation. Indomitable teams are trudging valiantly at heights some inches shy of the first floor—just 2.57 meters—through mountains…
Amidst a flurry of activity on the Special Express train of the State Railway of Thailand (SRT), attendants nimbly maneuver around, mastering the art of adorning fold-up beds. Yet, soon their repertoire will expand beyond mere bedding arrangements—they will embark on a new journey of delivering digital connectivity with wi-fi services! As passengers savor the rhythm of the rails, they’ll soon be treated to yet another luxury: free onboard wi-fi to keep them plugged into the digital world. In an era where connectivity is as essential as the very air we breathe, the SRT is poised to fulfill passengers’ digital wishes by introducing complimentary wi-fi on long-haul lines traversing the scenic and vibrant landscapes of the North, Northeast, and South. Anticipate the launch of this electrifying service in the waning months of this very year. SRT governor Veeris Ammarapala, with a twinkle of innovation in his eye, revealed that the…
In the quiet village of Kud Kha, nestled within the Thung Fon district of Udon Thani, a tragic event unfurled that has gripped the hearts of many. A playful day turned dire as two ten-year-olds, obliviously dabbling in a world they didn’t fully understand, encountered a forbidding piece of history—an antique firearm. This fateful encounter resulted in the heart-wrenching departure of one young soul, leaving behind a trail of sorrow and a community shaken by the cruel twist of fate. The boys, innocently exploring their surroundings, were drawn to their grandfather Daeng’s old gun—a relic more accustomed to warding off birds from the rice fields than causing harm. Its aged exterior belied the potential for disaster, a fact sadly realized when a playful exchange turned tragic with the gun’s sudden discharge. The sound of the shot echoed louder than the birds it had ever scared, claiming the life of one…