Panic Over Old Video: Suvarnabhumi Denies Hijacking

Photo via Facebook/ Saowakorn Tiyaswatkul

Thailand's Suvarnabhumi International Airport has denied reports of an attempted hijacking after an outdated video was recirculated online, inciting public concern. The airport plans to pursue legal action against the Facebook page responsible for sharing the clip, ข่าวสดช่อง 8 (Channel 8 News), which falsely suggested a recent security breach. The video, claiming a drug-addicted man attempted to hijack a plane, quickly gained traction with over 19,000 reactions and 1,400 shares.

Sexual Harassment: Essential Lessons for Everyone

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Sexual harassment is a pressing issue affecting numerous facets of society, occurring in schools, universities, theaters, pubs, and offices in Thailand. Despite its pervasive nature, it often captures significant public attention only when high-profile figures are involved. The core of these incidents is typically about power dynamics rather than sexual attraction, with one person wielding control over another in various settings.

EC Sets Advance Voting and Alcohol Ban for 2026 Election

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The Election Commission (EC) has announced that Sunday, 1 February 2026, will be the advance voting day for registered voters in the upcoming election of Members of Parliament (MPs) and a simultaneous referendum in Thailand. The general election day is scheduled for 8 February 2026. To ensure orderly voting, the EC imposed a temporary prohibition on the sale and distribution of alcohol within election areas during both the advance voting and the main election day.

Let's Go Halves Plus: Eligibility Rules for Foreigners Explained

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Thailand's Anti-Fake News Centre (AFNC) processed 4,528 messages for verification, as part of 159,929 monitored messages, according to Wetang Phuangsup, spokesperson for the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES) on January 26. The messages primarily originated from social media channels, with Social Listening identifying 4,521, and the LINE Official channel contributing 7. Out of these, 33 issues were flagged for detailed verification, with results already provided for 10.

Search Underway for Arsonists in Nakhon Nayok Farm Fires

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Authorities in Nakhon Nayok province, Thailand, have intensified efforts to identify those responsible for burning agricultural waste that led to large-scale fires. These fires covered over 2,080 hectares of land, emitting significant smoke that has severely deteriorated air quality in nearby provinces, including the capital, Bangkok. Officials have been ordered to tackle this issue promptly.

Turkish Motorcyclist Killed in Phuket Collision Involving Vans

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A tragic accident on Patak Road in Phuket resulted in the death of 23-year-old Turkish motorcyclist Yunus Emre Acar. The incident occurred near the Le Meridien Hotel intersection at approximately 12:35 am. Despite efforts from rescuers to save him, Acar succumbed to severe blood loss at the scene.

Bangkok Faces Poor Air Quality from Forest and Field Fires

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Air pollution levels in Bangkok have risen, with PM2.5 dust particles averaging 55.6µg/m³. This increase is attributed to a large smoke plume from agricultural and forest fires in a neighboring province, exacerbated by stagnant air conditions. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt highlighted on a Facebook livestream that the smoke has been drifting towards the city since last night, intensifying pollution, especially in the eastern suburbs such as Nong Chok, Min Buri, Lat Krabang, and Klong Sam Wa.

Foreign Tourists Refuse Liability After Taxi Damage in Pattaya

Photo via Facebook/ Adisorn Wongprakob

A Thai taxi driver, Adisorn Wongprakob, claims that a group of foreign tourists involved in a fight in Pattaya refused to compensate him for damages to his rented taxi. The incident, which took place outside an entertainment venue on Pattaya Walking Street, involved a physical altercation captured on video. The video shows the fight among four foreign men, during which one individual was pushed against Wongprakob's taxi, causing a noticeable dent.

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