January 23, 2025

Bangkok Celebrates Historic Day with 661 Equal Marriage Registrations

Bangkok: Bangkok celebrates the first day of equal marriage, with 661 couples registering their marriage, marking a historic event at Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon Shopping Center. Deputy Governor Sanan Wangsangboon attended the “Equal Marriage” activity, Marriage Identity, and expressed his happiness for this significant milestone for the city and country. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Governor Sanon acknowledged the

New Village Headman Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances, Bullets Present But Unused

Ang Thong: A newly elected village headman, Mr. Samart, was discovered dead under mysterious conditions in front of his home, as authorities launch an urgent investigation into the cause of his death. Bullet casings were found on the scene, yet his body bore no gunshot wounds. According to Thai News Agency, surveillance footage from a house in Village No. 10,

Drug Suspect Opens Fire on Police During Intense Wang Noi Stand-off

Wang Noi: Police officers from Wang Noi Police Station found themselves in a tense stand-off when they attempted to arrest Mr. Manop, a 35-year-old suspect with an outstanding warrant related to a drug case. The incident unfolded in a dormitory located in Tambon Payom, Amphoe Wang Noi, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. According to Thai News Agency, upon reaching the

Former Olympic Boxer Somrak Khamsing Sentenced for Attempted Rape

Khon Kaen: The Khon Kaen Provincial Court sentenced former Olympic gold medalist boxer Somrak Khamsing to 2 years, 13 months, and 10 days in prison, alongside a compensation payment of 170,000 baht, for the attempted rape of a 17-year-old girl. According to Thai News Agency, the court’s decision came after a thorough examination of evidence and testimony presented by the

Raid on Factory Secretly Boiling Kratom Water with More Than 40 Stoves

Chachoengsao: Shocked! A fresh sugar factory was opened as a front, but secretly boiled kratom water, mixed with syrup and preservatives, and sold it. Equipment was lined up with more than 40 stoves. Chachoengsao Provincial Police Investigation Unit, together with the provincial industry, inspected a large warehouse approximately 2 rai in Ban Pho District, Chachoengsao Province after receiving information that

Dusk Show: Lion Dance on Bamboo, Highlight of Pak Nam Pho Chinese New Year 109 Years

Nakhon Sawan: Lion dance performance on bamboo poles is a notable highlight of the annual Pak Nam Pho Lord-Lady parade festival 2025. The event, celebrating “109 years of preserving the tradition of faith,” is held in Nakhon Sawan province and spans 12 days and 12 nights from January 22 to February 2. According to Thai News Agency, the festival is

Fried Fermented Fish Salad Becomes Popular Among Government Officials

Satun: Delicious fried fermented fish salad is drawing customers at the market in front of Satun Provincial Hall, thanks to vendor Ms. Khanitha Raptraitong, also known as Kana. She has been selling this unique dish for over a decade. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Khanitha has been selling fermented fish since her children were young, supporting their education through

Ayutthaya Lemon Orchard Thrives Without Watering

Ayutthaya: At a lemon orchard located in Village No. 5, Bang Pa-in Subdistrict, Bang Pa-in District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, Mr. Wirot Nakkhon, a retired former director of the Bang Ban Non-Formal Education Center, has successfully cultivated over 100 lemon trees without the need for watering. The orchard produces such an abundance of fruit that the excess is freely