RAYONG: Another fire broke out at the Win Process chemical storage factory in Rayong Province. The fire originated in Chemical Storage Building 5, next to a local rubber plantation. Fortunately, firefighters were able to put out the fire quickly. An inspection of the scene found two 30-liter oil drums in the rubber plantation. Initial suspicions are that it was arson.

Kalasin: A biological mother, who had long abandoned her responsibilities, reappeared to claim 550,000 baht intended for her deceased 22-year-old son’s funeral expenses, only to flee immediately after. The relatives of the deceased are now urging her to return for a promised 100-day merit-making ceremony. According to Thai News Agency, the incident was highlighted on the Kalasin News page, which

Yala: In a significant development, four insurgents were killed in a clash with security forces in Krong Pinang District, Yala Province. The spokesman for ISOC Region 4 confirmed that these individuals were likely preparing to orchestrate a major incident in the area. According to Thai News Agency, the confrontation occurred at 4:00 a.m. after security officers implemented a blockade in

Bangkok: The aunt of a vocational certificate student who was interning in Japan has appealed to the media for assistance after her nephew mysteriously disappeared for a month and was later found dead. She believes he was murdered and is seeking help to coordinate the return of his body to Thailand. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Nantanapat brought photographic

Surin: ‘Khanom Niel’, a traditional dessert from the Surin region, is gaining attention as it is being revived by the Ban Phueng Ancient Dessert Group in the Village 6, Burisi Subdistrict, Mueang Surin District. This ancient delicacy, cherished by the locals, is crafted using glutinous rice flour, brown sugar, cane sugar, young coconut, mature coconut meat, and a hint of

Chiang Mai: Chinese New Year in Chiang Mai is lively. Chinese tourists come down. Shops are almost full. People rent Thai clothes to wear and take pictures at Tha Pae Gate, a landmark of Chiang Mai. According to Thai News Agency, Chinese tourists flocked to rent Thai clothing at a Chiang Mai Thai clothing store on Samran Road, Soi 1,

Trang: During the Chinese New Year festival, many shops are changing the format of selling offerings to deities, such as in Trang Province, where the traditional Chinese steamed cakes are changed to steamed cakes in the shape of pigs, flowers, and auspicious animals to attract customers. According to Thai News Agency, a new style of Khanom Keng comes in the

Pattaya: Nong Nooch Garden in Pattaya, Chonburi Province, organized a grand event to celebrate the Chinese New Year with a carnival parade featuring elephants and lion dances. More than 70 participants joined the procession, which included Chinese angels giving blessings and handing out oranges to tourists in a festive manner. According to Thai News Agency, both Thai and foreign tourists