| Man dies from extreme heat in zinc-clad Thai home |
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In a tragic turn of events, a 39 year old man succumbed to the extreme heat in Thailand, passing away inside his zinc-clad home. His sister recounted the harrowing moments leading up to his final breath, revealing his last words before his untimely death. On the afternoon of May 3, in the community of Premruethai, … The story Man dies from extreme heat in zinc-clad Thai home as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Thailand schools advised to halt in-person teaching during extreme heat |
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The Basic Education Commission’s secretary-general issued guidance to all school administrations to halt in-person teachings during periods of extreme heat. Thanu Wongchinda’s announcement, made yesterday, aims to safeguard the health of both students and teachers, considering the potential risk of heat stroke. The first half of April is predicted to bring intense heat, particularly affecting … The story Thailand schools advised to halt in-person teaching during extreme heat as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Motorcyclist severely injured in Maha Sawat tunnel crash |
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A motorcycle accident in the Mahai Sawan tunnel en route to Dao Khanong left a man with severe injuries. The incident occurred early this morning, and emergency personnel were quickly dispatched to the scene to assist. Motorcycle accidents are an unfortunate but common occurrence on the roads, and the Mahai Sawan tunnel has been the … The story Motorcyclist severely injured in Maha Sawat tunnel crash as seen on Thaiger News. |
| OnlyFans creator fined in Bangsaen for explicit beach display |
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A content creator on the adult platform OnlyFans has been fined by Bangsaen police for a sexually explicit public display after her video garnered over two million views. The incident, which took place on the popular Bangsaen Beach in Chon Buri province, involved the woman engaging in sexual acts with a fan. The video, initially … The story OnlyFans creator fined in Bangsaen for explicit beach display as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Patong police increase beach patrols to curb illegal activities |
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Patong police and officials from Patong Municipality ramped up their patrols on Patong Beach to clamp down on violations such as the illegal sale of fireworks and night-time alcohol vending. The increased surveillance, which began on May 3 at 11pm, also seeks to enforce restrictions on the setting up of tables and chairs on the beach. … The story Patong police increase beach patrols to curb illegal activities as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Fatal high-speed collision involving motorcycle and parked car |
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In a tragic turn of events, a motorcycle rider lost his life in a high-speed collision with a stationary Toyota Fortuner along a bypass road in Chon Buri yesterday morning. The rider was reportedly riding at an immense speed of over 160 kilometres per hour, as indicated by his speedometer. The unfortunate incident took place … The story Fatal high-speed collision involving motorcycle and parked car as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Drugged man causing disturbance on Pattaya road apprehended |
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With a swift response from Pattaya police and local civilians, a man under the influence of drugs and causing a disturbance on Pattaya Central Road was apprehended in the wee hours this morning, May 5. The incident began at 3.30am when a report reached Deputy Superintendent of Pattaya Police Station, Police Lieutenant Colonel Chaowalit Suwanmanee, … The story Drugged man causing disturbance on Pattaya road apprehended as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Thailand imposes hefty fines on e-cigarette importers to curb sales |
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The Customs Department of Thailand imposed a hefty fine on e-cigarette importers, now demanding double the item’s value plus tax in an attempt to curb the increasing sales among the public, particularly the youth. Panthong Loykulnan, the spokesperson for the department, announced yesterday that importers of e-cigarettes, barakus, shishas, and e-barakus will be mandated to … The story Thailand imposes hefty fines on e-cigarette importers to curb sales as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Severe storms hammer Uttaradit and Phrae medical facilities |
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Unexpected severe storms hammered medical facilities in Uttaradit and neighbouring Phrae on May 3, signalling the imminent arrival of the rainy season, according to the Public Health Ministry. Uttaradit Hospital, located in Mueang district’s city centre, bore the brunt of the storm, with intense wind gusts causing extensive damage, Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin reported … The story Severe storms hammer Uttaradit and Phrae medical facilities as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Chinese interpreter linked to notorious gang arrested in Thailand |
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A 36 year old Chinese-language interpreter was apprehended on May 3 due to his ties with a criminal gang notorious for kidnapping Chinese nationals. The arrest took place in the Din Daeng district following an abduction incident on April 25, as reported by Deputy Metropolitan Police Bureau Commissioner Noppasin Poonsawat. Theerachai Chaloemwanpen was apprehended by the … The story Chinese interpreter linked to notorious gang arrested in Thailand as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Govt row with bank heats up |
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The dispute between the government and the Bank of Thailand (BoT) intensified on Sunday when Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin stood by Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who recently criticised the central bank’s stance on interest rates.
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| First Muay Thai tourists touch down ready to touch gloves |
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PHUKET: The first batch of eight Chinese tourists have arrived in this southern resort island to learn Muay Thai under 90-day "Non-Ed" visas as part of the country's soft power policy.
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| 'Pheu Thai Academy' to coach MPs |
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The "Pheu Thai Party Academy" has been formed to provide support and training to party staff and politicians to help them prepare for the next election, says Pheu Thai secretary-general Sorawong Thienthong.
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| Rice producers agree new blueprint |
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A network of Thai rice stakeholders has agreed a common vision to foster national policies and related activities for upscaling environmentally-conscious rice farming practices to maintain, restore and improve biodiversity and the ecosystems across a variety of landscapes.
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| Drought puts pressure on durian farmers |
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Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Thamanat Prompow has ordered officials to provide assistance to durian farmers in the East, as the prolonged drought and scorching heat threaten to spoil their valuable crops right before the harvest season.
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| Lao woman arrested in Chinese extortion case |
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A Lao woman was arrested for being an alleged member of a gang – including several police officers – that extorted 2.5 million baht from a group of Chinese people in Bangkok late last month.
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| Suspend classes on very hot days: education official |
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The secretary-general of the Basic Education Commission is advising school management to suspend onsite teaching on extremely hot days.
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| Reshuffle ruffles some |
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The first cabinet reshuffle under the Srettha Thavisin government aims to enhance efficiency, particularly in advancing economic stimulus initiatives, as the government plans to introduce additional populist programmes to attract votes in the next election, academics say.
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| E-cigarette fines rise to discourage sales |
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The Customs Department will fine e-cigarette importers double an item's value plus tax to discourage further sales among the public, especially teenagers.
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| Interpreter used by police arrested over kidnaps |
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A Chinese-language interpreter was arrested on Friday for his involvement in crimes linked to a Chinese abduction gang in the Din Daeng area on April 25, said Pol Maj Gen Noppasin Poonsawat, deputy Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) commissioner.
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| Govt row with bank heats up |
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The dispute between the government and the Bank of Thailand (BoT) intensified on Sunday when Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin stood by Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who recently criticised the central bank’s stance on interest rates.
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| Philippines slams China's 'absurd, ludicrous' agreement claims on S.China Sea |
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Two senior Philippine officials on Sunday denied a claim by China that Manila had agreed on a “new model” in handling their territorial dispute in the South China Sea.
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| PM vows action on debt, drugs and drought |
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MAHA SARAKHAM: The government is stepping up efforts to address the country's informal debt, drought and narcotics problems, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said in Maha Sarakham's Phayakkhaphum Phisai district on Sunday.
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| First Muay Thai tourists touch down ready to touch gloves |
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PHUKET: The first batch of eight Chinese tourists have arrived in this southern resort island to learn Muay Thai under 90-day "Non-Ed" visas as part of the country's soft power policy.
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| 'Pheu Thai Academy' to coach MPs |
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The "Pheu Thai Party Academy" has been formed to provide support and training to party staff and politicians to help them prepare for the next election, says Pheu Thai secretary-general Sorawong Thienthong.
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| Ukraine under drone attack on Easter night, downs Russian jet |
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Russia marked Orthodox Easter on Sunday with a drone attack across much of Ukraine, hours after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Kyiv’s forces had shot down another Russian fighter jet.
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| Rice producers agree new blueprint |
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A network of Thai rice stakeholders has agreed a common vision to foster national policies and related activities for upscaling environmentally-conscious rice farming practices to maintain, restore and improve biodiversity and the ecosystems across a variety of landscapes.
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| Drought puts pressure on durian farmers |
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Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Thamanat Prompow has ordered officials to provide assistance to durian farmers in the East, as the prolonged drought and scorching heat threaten to spoil their valuable crops right before the harvest season.
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| Households spend most on travel, petrol, phone bills |
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Thai household spending on consumer goods in April averaged 18,187 baht, with the biggest expenses being on public transport, petrol and mobile phones, according to a Commerce Ministry survey.
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| Lao woman arrested in Chinese extortion case |
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A Lao woman was arrested for being an alleged member of a gang – including several police officers – that extorted 2.5 million baht from a group of Chinese people in Bangkok late last month.
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