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CHIANG MAI – Early Friday morning, a series of three minor earthquakes struck Chiang Mai province. The tremors occurred within a short time span in the Hot district. Residents in the Na Kho Ruea subdistrict experienced the gentle shaking before dawn on October 2, 2026. Fortunately, local authorities quickly monitored the situation to ensure public […]

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Chiang Mai Records Thailand’s Highest Rainfall at 203mm

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

Chiang Mai has officially recorded the highest rainfall in all of Thailand during this latest storm. A massive 203 millimeters of rain heavily battered the popular northern province late last night. This sudden and intense downpour quickly caused widespread concern among local residents and government officials. The extreme weather clearly highlights the truly unpredictable nature […]

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Chiang Mai Police Save Student From Call Center Scam

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

CHIANG MAI – Police in Chiang Mai have successfully rescued a university student from a terrifying call center scam. The scammers forced the young man to completely isolate himself in a local hotel room. They then manipulated him into tricking his parents to send large amounts of emergency money. Officers from the Phu Ping Ratchaniwet […]

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Missing Forager Found Alive in Chiang Rai Forest After 3 Days

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – A local villager who went missing in the deep woods of Khun Tan district has finally been rescued in Chiang Rai. The local forager vanished on Tuesday morning, September 22, 2026, while looking for wild plants. This sudden disappearance quickly sparked a massive search and rescue mission in northern Thailand. Local officials […]

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Chiang Mai Closes Nature Trail Due to Flooding

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

CHIANG MAI – Doi Inthanon National Park has officially closed two popular tourist spots in Chiang Mai. Recent heavy rains have triggered highly dangerous flash floods across the entire mountainous region. Because of this, Pha Dok Siao Nature Trail and Mae Ya Waterfall are now off-limits. Park officials ultimately want to keep all incoming visitors […]

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White Lion Cub Rescued in Chiang Mai Illegal Hotel Raid

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

CHIANG MAI – Wildlife officials and local police recently raided a private home and uncovered a surprising illegal wildlife operation. During the search, authorities found a Chinese national secretly keeping a rare white lion cub. Furthermore, they discovered she was running an unlicensed daily rental hotel inside the modified building. The dramatic raid took place […]

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Chiang Mai Casino Raid Leads to Over 100 Arrests

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

CHIANG MAI – A major law enforcement operation recently dismantled two illegal gambling hubs in the heart of Chiang Mai. Authorities swooped in late on Wednesday evening to crack down on these hidden venues. The sudden and well-planned raids caught many active players by complete surprise. Deputy Interior Minister Ponpee Suwanchawee personally led the special […]

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Chiang Mai Drug Bust: 2.7 Million Meth Pills Seized

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

CHIANG MAI – Authorities in Northern Thailand have stopped a massive drug smuggling attempt near the border. The Pha Muang Force seized 2.7 million methamphetamine pills on September 15, 2026. This major bust took place in the Chiang Dao District of Chiang Mai province. Officers found the illegal drugs hidden in a roadside forest early […]

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Home Buyer in Chiang Mai Shocked After Finding Corpse

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

CHIANG MAI – A hopeful home buyer in Chiang Mai recently made a truly shocking and completely unexpected discovery. They visited a bank-owned two-story wooden house to inspect its overall condition before deciding to buy. Instead of an empty property, the shocked buyer found human remains resting quietly on a bed. The abandoned wooden home […]

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Giant 60-Year-Old Tree Collapses at Doi Suthep Temple

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

CHIANG MAI – A massive pine tree crashed to the ground near the famous Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple on Tuesday morning. The giant tree fell right next to the main staircase, causing sudden panic among tourists and local workers. Miraculously, no one was hurt when the 60-year-old tree suddenly gave way. However, the […]

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