A devastating flash fire at a popular Bangkok nightlife venue has left a community in mourning and authorities demanding answers. The death toll from the blaze at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao has reached 33, making it one of Thailand’s deadliest entertainment venue fires in recent history. As the investigation deepens, experts are scrutinizing the […]

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JUL

Boy 11, Crashes Stolen Truck into 34 Monks, Leaving 5 Dead and Many Injured

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Jeff Tomas

MUKDAHAN – A shocking accident occurred in northeastern Thailand when an 11-year-old boy drove a stolen pickup truck. The young boy lost control of his parents’ pickup truck and crashed into a large group of monks on a pilgrimage. This terrible event took place in Na Si Nuan Subdistrict of Mukdahan Province on July 2. […]

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JUL

Phuket Airport Security Nabs Uzbekistan Tourists With 27Kg of Cannabis

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Jeff Tomas

PHUKET – Security officers at Phuket International Airport recently stopped a very large and serious smuggling attempt. They arrested two men from Uzbekistan who were trying to fly out of Thailand. These bold travelers had packed massive amounts of cannabis products tightly into their checked luggage. This startling incident happened on July 2, 2026, right […]

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JUL

Chiang Rai Officials Use Smart Data to Locate Flood Victims

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Flash floods and sudden mudslides have caused severe damage across parts of the Chiang Khong district. This natural disaster has left many local families in desperate need of clean water and basic supplies. In response to the crisis, local government officials quickly stepped up to provide immediate emergency relief. Dr. Winai Kengsuwan […]

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JUN

Chiang Rai Customs Seize 23 Million Baht Hidden in Snack Boxes at Mae Sai Border

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Thai customs officers recently intercepted a major cash smuggling attempt at the Mae Sai border. They found over 23 million baht hidden inside boxes meant for fish snacks and potato chips. The cash was inside a car with Myanmar license plates heading out of Thailand. The incident took place on June 23, […]

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JUN

Cyber Police Smash FIFA World Cup 2026 Gambling Sites

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Rebecca Kim

CHIANG RAI – Thai cyber police launched a massive crackdown on illegal online gambling operations during the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. Officers successfully raided hidden administrative bases located in remote northern mountains of Chiang Rai and a major northeastern city. The extensive operations uncovered two separate criminal networks handling hundreds of millions of baht […]

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JUN

Former Miss Grand Buriram Thailand Reports Military Officer for Harassment

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Naree Srisuk

BANGKOK – A former Miss Grand Buriram Thailand contestant recently filed a formal police report against a military officer. Thanyarat “Aye” Kongsri claims the accused man constantly harassed and threatened her over social media. She also notes that the officer previously dated one of her close friends for a long time. On June 23, 2026, the […]

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JUN

Police Arrest Two Teens Over Violent Street Attack

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Rebecca Kim

BANGKOK – Local police in northeastern Thailand’s Nakhon Ratchasima have successfully arrested two teenagers following a brutal street attack. These young suspects allegedly assaulted a group of hardworking people who were simply traveling home. The attackers used a heavy baseball bat to violently smash a motorcycle helmet and damage a bike. The violent incident happened […]

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JUN

Husband of 60 Years Cares For His Wife Even After His Death

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Rebecca Kim

UDON THANI – A grieving wife in northeastern Thailand made a shocking discovery just days after their beloved husband passed away. She found a secret fortune worth 1.84 million baht hidden securely inside a simple metal toolbox. The late farmer, 78-year-old In Saendong from Nong Tum village, had quietly saved this massive amount of money […]

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JUN

Ex-Boyfriend’s Cyberbullying Ends With 19-Year-Old Students Suicide

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Jeff Tomas

UBON RATCHATHANI – A 19-year-old university student tragically ended her life by jumping from a bridge into the Mun River in Thailand. Her heartbreaking decision followed a period of intense cyberbullying and emotional threats from her former romantic partner. The young woman, widely known as “Wa,” faced severe psychological pressure over the release of private […]

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