In a dramatic turn of events that could rival a crime thriller, a Swedish national found himself handcuffed in the idyllic yet pulsating paradise of Pattaya. The man in question, known as Ludde, a 39-year-old who perhaps thought he could blend into the vibrant tapestry of Thai life, now faces serious allegations of orchestrating a major fraud. The story reads like a cautionary tale, highlighting the prowess and determination of law enforcement in tracking down those who attempt to exploit international lines of jurisdiction to elude justice. The dramatic arrest unfolded in a condominium nestled within Pattaya’s tourist district—a place that, under normal circumstances, might be filled with the buzz of holidaymakers rather than the flash of police badges. Yet, for Ludde, this was a curtain call he was unlikely expecting. The cause? A red notice from European authorities who were hot on his trail. Apparently, Ludde was the mastermind…

In a move that has set tongues wagging from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Thailand has decided to tighten the reins around its burgeoning cannabis industry. On June 24, Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin inked a game-changing regulation that aims to put brakes on the country’s liberal approach to cannabis. Flashing a stern visage like a no-nonsense headmaster, Somsak declared that from now on, scoring some herb won’t be as simple as popping into your neighborhood cannabis shop for a quick transaction. Oh no, aspiring puffers will now need a special slip—straight from a doctor’s desk—to partake in this leafy delight. Indeed, the days of casually strolling into a green-swathed shop and buying cannabis will soon be a wistful memory. The prescription-only rule signifies a seismic shift in legislation—as colossal as a Godzilla-esque sea monster of bureaucracy plodding into town. In this plot twist, any budding enthusiast must first cozy up…

A row over a blocked driveway nearly turned bloody in central Pattaya after a Bolt motorbike taxi driver allegedly pulled a knife during a furious bust-up with a resident. The drama unfolded around 5.42pm on June 22 in Soi Taengmo, just off the bustling Buakhao strip, when 44 year old Thanisorn Polsongkram, known to locals …

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Man Gets Trapped in Drain While Looking for Coins in Cebu A 39-year-old man was rescued after he got trapped in a drainage system in Cebu City while searching for coins.  Reports say the man entered the drain through an open manhole in his quest for coins. He ended up trapped nearly 500 meters from where ... Read more

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Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is scheduled to visit Sa Kaeo province today to provide support to frontline personnel amid increased border security measures and rising concerns over cross-border crime. Government spokesperson Jirayu Houngsub announced yesterday, June 25, that the visit will start at 10am and will be attended by key Cabinet members, including Deputy Prime …

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Aga Muhlach is a proud father of Atasha Muhlach Award-winning actor Aga Muhlach shared his thoughts on the first acting project of his daughter Atasha Muhlach. Atasha started her career in the entertainment industry through the longest-running noontime show Eat Bulaga in September 2023. More than a year after she started her hosting stint, she ... Read more

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Police in Bangkok apprehended 45 year old man, believed to be a major drug distributor in the Thonburi area. During the operation, police seized 600,000 methamphetamine pills, 4 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine, and 56 kilogrammes of ketamine. The arrest of the man, Vasupol, also known as Boy, took place yesterday, June 25, at around 5pm. …

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Senate Pres. Chiz Escudero Speaks on Impeachment Court, Vice Pres. Sara Duterte’s Case CHIZ ESCUDERO – The Senate President affirmed that the impeachment court can junk the case of Vice Pres. Sara Duterte even without a trial. Vice Pres. Sara Duterte said in her response to the Senate impeachment court that the case against her ... Read more

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Staff, holidaymakers and residents fled in panic after an inferno tore through a room above a popular Pattaya beer bar, sending flames and thick smoke pouring into the street. The fire broke out at 5.06pm, yesterday, June 25, in a four-storey building housing The Chalawan Beer Bar on the ground floor, with residential rooms above. …

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Advocates are calling on the government to speed up the enactment of a gender recognition law following Thailand’s historic legalisation of same-sex marriage. People’s Party MP Tunyawaj Kamolwongwat, Vice-Chair of the House Committee on Children, Youth, Women, Older Persons, Persons with Disabilities, Ethnic Groups and LGBTI+, stated, “Gender recognition is our next mission.” Tunyawaj addressed …

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