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LAMPANG – Mr. Watee, famously known as Por, runs a popular noodle shop near the Bunyong intersection in Lampang, Thailand, and recently faced a terrifying street ordeal that completely shocked the entire local community. On a quiet late-night street, a group of teenagers brutally attacked him with knives and golf clubs. Por suffered severe physical […]

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JUN

Underground Bitcoin Mining Operation Smashed in Northern Thailand

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Rebecca Kim

CHIANG RAI – Authorities in Northern Thailand have launched a major crackdown on illegal Bitcoin mining operations. Police officers recently discovered a massive, hidden Bitcoin mining farm inside a newly built luxury home. The joint operation took place in the quiet Phayao province. Officials from the Provincial Electricity Authority teamed up with the Phayao Police […]

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JUN

Massive Fire Destroys 3 Homes, Electric Vehicle Explodes

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

PHICHIT, Thailand – A massive fire broke out in the Prom Jai community located within the Tapan Hin municipality of Phichit province. The incident occurred during the evening of June 20, 2026, causing widespread panic among the residents. According to emergency responders, the flames spread quickly due to powerful wind gusts that night. Local authorities […]

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JUN

Novice Monk Abuse Scandal: Police Probe Brutal Punishment at Thai Temple

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Rebecca Kim

KAMPHAENG PHET – A shocking case of physical abuse recently surfaced at a prominent Buddhist temple in Thailand. A senior monk is accused of brutally beating a 14-year-old novice monk. Local child protection authorities quickly stepped in to protect the young boy. The disturbing incident occurred at Wat Kharuehabodi Song in the Kamphaeng Phet province. […]

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JUN

Chiang Mai Police Bust Massive Chinese Scammer Den in Luxury Villas

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG MAI – On June 8, 2026, Thai police and immigration officials raided two luxury homes in Chiang Mai, completely dismantling a major Chinese scam network. Authorities arrested over a dozen suspects running an illegal call center that defrauded innocent victims out of their savings. The criminal group, which operated under orders from a boss […]

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JUN

Drunk Driver Smashing into Motorcyclist and Local Shops, Blows 300%

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Jeff Tomas

LAMPANG – In a terrifying reminder of the dangers of drunk driving, a local man caused severe destruction on a Saturday morning after crashing his white Toyota sedan into a motorcycle and then plowing straight into a row of commercial shops. When police arrived at the scene, they found the drunk driver so heavily intoxicated […]

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MAY

Tragic Landslide in Chiang Rai Claims the Life of an 18-Year-Old Teenager

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG RAI – A quiet afternoon in Northern Thailand turned into a sudden and heartbreaking tragedy. On May 28, a massive landslide took the life of an 18-year-old man in Chiang Rai province. The local community is now in deep mourning over the sudden loss. This shocking and unexpected event serves as a grim reminder […]

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MAY

Police Arrested Uncle Sexually Assaulting His 16-Year-Old Niece at Knife Point

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Jeff Tomas

KAMPHAENG PHET — In a case that has sent shockwaves through the local community, police in Kamphaeng Phet province have arrested a 33-year-old man for the alleged armed sexual assault of his 16-year-old biological niece. The horrific incident, which occurred in the early hours of May 23, 2026, highlights a tragic breach of familial trust […]

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MAY

Police Seize 2 Million Meth Pills at Chiang Mai-Myanmar Border

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG MAI – In a major victory for local law enforcement, Thai Border Patrol Police have successfully intercepted a massive shipment of illegal narcotics. Early Sunday morning, a routine patrol in the northern province of Chiang Mai led to the seizure of roughly two million methamphetamine pills. This bold operation highlights the ongoing, high-stakes battle against […]

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MAY

Fake Job Broker Faces Jail Time After Defrauding Dozens in Chiang Rai

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG RAI – For many young workers, finding a job overseas feels like a golden ticket to a better future. But for a group of hopeful job seekers in northern Thailand, that dream quickly turned into a costly nightmare. A 24-year-old employment broker is now facing severe legal trouble after allegedly scamming dozens of workers […]

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