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SA KAEO – In a shocking event that has shaken public trust, authorities in Thailand have arrested four police officers and one civilian. They are accused of kidnapping five Chinese citizens and demanding a huge ransom for their freedom. This bold crime took place in the border province of Sa Kaeo. It highlights an ongoing […]

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Irish Tourist, 54, Struck and Killed By Speeding SUV in Phang Nga Thailand

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CTN News

PHUKET – A peaceful evening in the popular tourist town of Khao Lak, located in Phang Nga Province, Thailand, ended in tragedy on March 17, 2025. A 54-year-old Irish national lost his life after being struck by a fast-moving SUV. The accident happened on the busy Phetkasem Road. Local police and emergency crews rushed to […]

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Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 2026 Launch in Thailand: Everything You Need to Know

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

BANGKOK – The smartphone world is bracing for a massive shift. As we move closer to the fall, the tech industry’s eyes are fixed on Apple. Slated for a highly anticipated September 2026 release, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is shaping up to be one of the most significant leaps in mobile hardware in a decade. […]

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Manchester United Stun Nottingham Forest in a Thrilling 3-2 Victory

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

MANCHESTER, England – Down by two goals in just four minutes, Manchester United showed unbelievable fighting spirit to secure a win at Old Trafford. The beautiful game often brings incredible surprises. Fans at Old Trafford witnessed one of the most exciting matches of the season as Manchester United pulled off an amazing comeback. They defeated […]

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Train Driver Charged Over Fatal Bangkok Collision as Thai Demands Safer Railway Crossings

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Jeff Tomas

BANGKOK — A routine weekend commute turned into a nightmare on Saturday afternoon when a freight train slammed into a crowded public bus at one of Bangkok’s busiest railway crossings. The catastrophic crash at the Asoke-Din Daeng intersection left eight people dead and 32 others injured, sparking a massive fire and leaving the nation in […]

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Chinese Supermarkets Expand in Thailand Offering Cheap Goods From China

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – If you walk into a major shopping mall in Bangkok today, you might notice something entirely new. Nestled smoothly between the familiar coffee shops and local clothing stores, you will likely find a brightly lit Chinese supermarket filled with rows of snacks, drinks, and ingredients from China. Just a few short years ago, […]

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Police Investigate Deadly Bangkok Train and Bus Crash As Blame Game Begins

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Jeff Tomas

BANGKOK – A terrible crash between a train and a passenger bus at a busy Bangkok railway crossing has left eight people dead and 30 others injured. The deadly accident happened near the Airport Rail Link Makkasan station around 3:30 p.m. on May 16. The massive crash has shocked the local community and sparked an […]

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Police Arrest Neighbor After Woman Found Dead in Staged Suicide Scene

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Jeff Tomas

BANGKOK – The peaceful town of Kanchanaburi was deeply shaken this week following a very sad discovery. A 44-year-old local woman, who had been missing for four long days, was found dead by police. Her body was discovered hidden behind a large sugar factory in the area. When people first found her, the scene looked […]

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Police Captain Arrested in Drug Raid Claims Meth Was ‘For Work’

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Jeff Tomas

BANGKOK – In a surprising turn of events, a trusted law enforcement officer in Thailand now faces serious criminal charges. Authorities recently arrested a Police Captain for hiding illegal drugs inside his official home. The arrest has sent shockwaves through the local community and the police force. The officer gave a highly unusual excuse, telling […]

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Missing Woman Found Dead in Car Two Weeks After Family Dispute

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Jeff Tomas

A heated argument over a family business leads to a heartbreaking conclusion in a Nonthaburi condo parking lot.

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