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Yesterday, the peaceful district of Doi Saket in Chiang Mai was jolted by the tragic demise of 33-year-old Kritsada Ketprasatkon. As the sun hovered high in the sky at 12:43 p.m., a heart-wrenching motorcycle accident unfolded along the Chiang Rai-Doi Saket road, close to the tranquil Ban Pa Daeng village. Kritsada’s fate took a grim turn when his motorcycle spiraled out of control, ultimately colliding with an unyielding metal barrier. The violent impact resulted in his untimely death and left his motorcycle engulfed in a fierce blaze. Police Lieutenant Ittikay Rungklang, a vigilant deputy inspector stationed at the Doi Saket Police Station, swiftly responded to the distressing call, accompanied by a doctor from the local Doi Saket Hospital. By the time they arrived, the selfless heroes from the Sawang Samret Chiang Mai Foundation were already at the disaster site, valiantly battling the flames with chemical extinguishers. Yet, the motorcycle emerged…

Amid the sun-soaked beaches and vibrant nightlife of Pattaya, a tale unravels that could be ripped straight from a gripping crime thriller. On June 26, 2025, Russian journalist David, a spry 26-year-old with an eye for a good story, found himself in the midst of one more dangerous than he could ever have penned. An alleged escape artist act? Perhaps, but the reality was far darker. Picture this: a labyrinthine hotel on Jomtien Soi 14, handcuffs clattering in pursuit of an elusive freedom. David had been attacked by compatriots, fellow Russians, under the sinister cover of a black bag that obscured more than just his vision. The attackers, cloaked in malice and pulsing adrenaline, were not just content with a simple assault. Oh no, they went the extra mile, ensuring the threat lingered across borders by sending a menacing video straight to David’s girlfriend. Their final demands were unmerciful: a…

In a stormy twist of fate that left the heart of the fishing community in Chumphon province shattered, a tragic incident unfolded on the evening of June 28, 2025. As the sun dipped below the horizon, turning the sky a deep shade of indigo, tragedy struck aboard a fishing vessel, painting the scene with heart-rending hues of grief. This was not a tale of the sea surrendering its bounty to the hardy fishermen, but one of nature’s cruel game, where three brave souls met their untimely demise. It was just past 8:30 p.m. when the tranquility of the vessel was shattered; the ominous specter of toxic gas emerged from the depths of the fish storage compartment. In a harrowing attempt to rescue a colleague, the predicament spiraled into a succession of ill-fated attempts that resulted in even more casualties. It was the emergency services at Rak Sinlatham Pak Nam Chumphon…

Driving down the bustling Chok Chai-Det Udom Road, you might think you’re embarking on a smooth journey. But sometimes, a hidden menace lurks beneath the wheels—potholes, ready to spring an unwelcome surprise. On a seemingly ordinary day, a black Toyota Alphard with a very distinguished passenger list hit one such crater, transforming a routine drive into a white-knuckle adventure. As luck, fate, or just poor road maintenance would have it, this particular Alphard carried the famous Phra Mahanarinthep Narintho, lovingly known as Luang Por Maha Noi. Steering back from Suvarnabhumi Airport after what was likely an enlightening trip to India, the venerable monk was barely ten kilometers from serene Non Din Daeng when destiny took the wheel. The journey was tranquil until—bam!—the Alphard jolted over a clandestine pothole. It was the kind of gap in the road that tests both your reflexes and your suspension. The right rear tyre didn’t…

In an undercover operation that seems straight out of a thriller, police recently laid bare illicit activities unfolding behind the serene façade of a well-known traditional massage parlour in Lop Buri’s Mueang district. On June 29th, officers, in a tactical sleuth move, went incognito as regular clientele and unwound with an hour-long oil massage. But let’s just say, the semblance of relaxation soon took a racy twist when they were slyly offered extracurricular ‘services.’ Cue the heavy metallic jingle of handcuffs. This cloak-and-dagger mission was the brainchild of Police Major General Songkrod Krikkritaya, who tasked Police Colonel Warit Pathumarak and the astute Police Lieutenant Colonel Supot Thongmaeng to spearhead the sting operation. These officers, flanked by vigilant Lop Buri health officials, were not just there for the massage – they were on a grave mission, which resulted in multiple arrests. A gritty expose indeed, but one needed to uproot the…

In the bustling coastal city of Pattaya, Thailand, a young man named Sarawut Phuthotham found himself in quite a predicament. It wasn’t your run-of-the-mill flat tire or a traffic jam blocking his way to work—no, it was the absence of his beloved ride altogether. His trusty two-wheeled companion, a spiffy red and black Honda MSX, had gone missing, whisked away into the unknown after what seemed like a harmless lending to a former coworker. Sarawut, at the tender age of 25, never thought his goodwill gesture would lead to such a wild goose chase. On June 24, a day like any other, Beer—a coworker he’d only known for a couple of months—asked to borrow the motorcycle for a quick errand. Promising a speedy return, Beer vanished into thin air. Hours stretched into eternity, leaving Sarawut with growing suspicion and frustration. With each futile attempt to reach Beer—a name now synonymous…

MANILA, Philippines — A Cebu Pacific flight bound for Tawi-Tawi safely returned to Zamboanga International Airport on Sunday morning due to aircraft technical issues, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (Caap). Caap said that Cebu Pacific flight 5J4965 was carrying a total of 157 passengers and crew on board. READ: Caap holds

A significant number of devotees gathered at the Ruesi Nen Hermitage in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province seeking blessings and good fortune, particularly as the lottery draws near. This site, located in Pho Taeng subdistrict of Bang Sai district, is a popular destination for those wishing to improve their luck and destiny. Many visitors come …

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EVERYONE is digging out the fans and their best cooling hacks as the weather heats up again.

There are so many fan options and air conditioning units to choose from, but they don’t come cheap.

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So when I spotted a bargain fan with a twist I thought I might be onto a winner.

I’d also seen a load of these types of devices all over TikTok, with people saying how good they are.

The product in question is a handheld water mist spray fan.

What a great idea! A cool water mist blowing straight to my face on a hot summer’s day, I believed.

And at £8, I really thought I couldn’t go wrong.

Alas, I was very mistaken.

This device is not the cooling solution I had hoped for one bit.

Firstly, the mist was not very misty at all.

It was more like the spray bottle I use for watering my plants, leaving my face pretty drenched – just the thing I was trying to avoid.

Secondly, the fan is really quite weak – I’ve had far better handheld fans over the years.

And finally, at this size it’s not very portable either.

So, it’s back to the traditional fans I go.

Maybe this particular model I bought was no good but I’m not convinced by the concept at all now and would urge others to avoid and try something else.

A senior monk at a Phuket temple shot a fellow monk, resulting in the latter’s death near a toilet, before hiding in his room. The incident occurred today, June 29, at 7.10am at Khao Rang Temple in Mueang district, Phuket province. Police Lieutenant Jaruwit Joubkwamsuk, an investigator with the Mueang Phuket Police Station, received a …

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