April 14, 2025

Arrest of Young Man Linked to Call Center Gang Defrauding Victims of Over 8 Million Baht

Bangkok: Cyber police have apprehended a young man involved in a call center gang that defrauded victims of more than 8 million baht, with investigations underway to locate eight other gang members. Pol. Lt. Gen. Trirong Phiwpaen, Commander of the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD), directed the cyber police to execute an arrest warrant from the Criminal Court to detain

Caught! 16-Year-Old Youth Stabbed an Engineering Student to Death for His Shop Shirt

Bangkok: Pathum Thani: Three young men have been arrested for the fatal stabbing of a 4th-year engineering student, accused of stealing a shop shirt. The incident, which took place on the Saphan Fa overpass on Rangsit-Nakhon Nayok Road in Thanyaburi District, has led to a confession from the main suspect, a 16-year-old, who expressed regret and a desire to apologize

Recommendations for ‘Man-Eating Shoes’ During Songkran

Bangkok: Here it is again! The Man-Eating Shoes festival during Songkran is dangerous. Here are some precautions and what to do if an accident occurs. According to Thai News Agency, anyone who participates in Songkran and opts for flip-flops while playing in the water may have faced similar challenges. The sight of flip-flops being sucked into the mud during Songkran

Meteorological Department Warns North-Central to Watch Out for Summer Storms

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department revealed that the Northern and Central regions will continue to experience summer storms, thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail. The Southern region will see more rain. According to Thai News Agency, the North and Central regions will continue to experience summer storms, with thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail, as well as lightning in some areas, and heavy

Probation for ‘Drunk Driving’ on Thai New Year’s Day, 219 Cases

Bangkok: Drunk driving probation for Thai New Year, 219 cases, preparing for social service to shake up consciousness today (April 14, 2025), Pol. Maj. Col. Suriya Singhakamol, Director-General of the Department of Probation, emphasized strict control measures during the Songkran Festival 2025 for probationers in land traffic cases, especially behavior tracking via electronic tracking devices (EM) as ordered by the

Silom Road Closes for Water Festival with Pride Parade and Miss Amazing Queen Songkran Contest

Bangkok: Silom Road is set to close at 1:00 PM today as it prepares for a day filled with festivities and water play activities. Many vendors have reported that water, particularly cold water, is the most sought-after product among customers. According to Thai News Agency, the current atmosphere on Silom Road remains normal with traffic still open. However, preparations are

Foreign Tourists Join Water Celebrations on Second Day of Songkran at Khao San Road

Bangkok: On the second day of Songkran festivities on Khao San Road, foreign tourists have enthusiastically joined in the traditional water celebrations. According to Thai News Agency, officials have put in place strict measures to ensure a safe environment for participants. There is only one designated entry and exit point, where advanced AI cameras are used for facial recognition to

Ministry of Culture Promotes Songkran Festival to Boost Tourism

Bangkok: The Ministry of Culture is organizing an event titled ‘Songkran at My Home, Colorful Thai Style, Happiness Across the World’, aiming to invite Thai people nationwide to participate in the traditional Songkran Festival. This initiative seeks to enhance Thailand’s cultural identity and charm as a preferred destination for tourists globally. According to Thai News Agency, the Ministry of Culture,