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Is copycat suicide happening in Thailand?
Patiparn Changpoo, Published on 08/10/2025
» Reports of suicide incidents in Thailand have become more frequent, especially across various news outlets. Over the past few months, five cases of individuals falling to their deaths inside shopping malls in Bangkok have been reported.
Tesla Thailand refusing to service 'grey market' vehicles
Published on 22/09/2025
» Tesla owners in Thailand have voiced protests on social media after Tesla Thailand’s new management stopped servicing "grey market" vehicles.
Thai Minority Governments then and now
Published on 09/09/2025
» Now that Anutin Charnvirakul has been elected as Thailand’s 32nd Prime Minister, a coalition led by the Bhumjaithai Party is preparing to form a minority government. Thailand has seen such a scenario before, most notably in 1975 under Prime Minister M.R. Kukrit Pramoj. This raises the question of whether the Anutin administration may face a similar fate.
Anutin Charnvirakul’s 29-year political journey
Published on 05/09/2025
» Tracing the 29-year political journey of Anutin Charnvirakul, who won the vote of more than half of the MPs in the House of Representatives — securing his election as Thailand’s 32nd Prime Minister. Before reaching the premiership, he held a variety of political positions throughout his career:
The Michelin Guide and Michelin Stars – origins, similarities and differences
Patiparn Changpoo, Published on 27/08/2025
» When dining at renowned restaurants in Thailand, two terms are often touted as indications of quality and prestige - the Michelin Star and Michelin Guide. While closely related, they are not the same.
Criticism over host Thailand’s plain banners for Women’s Volleyball Worlds 2025
Published on 15/08/2025
» A controversy has emerged among Thai volleyball fans, questioning the promotional banners for the FIVB Volleyball Women's World Championship Thailand 2025, which they say do not reflect the image of a host nation. Many of the banners are reported to be simple vinyl signs despite a previously approved government budget of over 1.124 billion baht for hosting the event.
Waterspout off Patong beach prompts warnings
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 13/08/2025
» PHUKET — A waterspout appeared off Patong beach in Kathu district on Wednesday morning prompted warnings of the need to stay alert during the rainy season.
Spontaneous glass breakage: causes and the role of internal stress
Patiparn Changpoo, Published on 07/08/2025
» Glass suddenly shattering on its own may seem mysterious, but it can be explained scientifically.
Sukhumvit–Thong Lo traffic confusion: Can you stop in middle lane to turn right?
Patiparn Changpoo, Published on 07/08/2025
» A traffic sign spotted on Bangkok’s Sukhumvit Road, heading toward Thong Lo (Soi Sukhumvit 55), has sparked debate on social media.
How to get around Bangkok without using the trains
Published on 06/08/2025
» While Bangkok's three electric rail systems -- BTS, MRT and the Airport Rail Link - are often the most convenient way to travel, they come with drawbacks: relatively high fares and crowded conditions during rush hours. Here are alternative transport options that may suit different needs: