The Kingmaker People’s Party has delayed its decision on supporting the next Prime Minister, leaving the political future uncertain.

Thailand: Uncertainty Deepens as People’s Party Delays PM Pick 

Thailand’s opposition has pledged to push for snap elections following the ouster of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, intensifying the country’s political turmoil.


Thailand opposition vows to call snap elections after Paetongtarn Shinawatra's ouster 

Thailand: Thai Court Ousts PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra from Office Over Ethics Breach | WION DNA
Thailand: Thailand’s court has officially removed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office, ending her brief tenure.



Thailand: Thai Court Ousts PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra from Office Over Ethics Breach

Thailand: Thailand’s court has officially removed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office, ending her brief tenure.


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Thailand’s court has officially removed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office, ending her brief tenure.

Thailand: Thai Court Removes PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra from Office 

A Thailand court on Friday (Aug 29) dismissed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office, ruling that her phone call with Cambodia’s former leader breached ethics rules. The ruling has plunged the kingdom into further turmoil. Shinawatra became the country’s youngest prime minister in August 2024 and has served only a year in office.


Thailand: Paetongtarn Shinawatra found guilty of misconduct

A Thailand court on Friday (Aug 29) dismissed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office, ruling that her phone call with Cambodia’s former leader breached ethics rules. The ruling has plunged the kingdom into further turmoil. Shinawatra became the country’s youngest prime minister in August 2024 and has served only a year in office.

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Thailand’s suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra testified before the court in a high-stakes case that could shape the country’s political future.


Thailand's suspended PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra testifies before court 

Thailand and Cambodia reaffirmed their shaky ceasefire after China helped mediate a peace process to end days of border fighting.


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Thailand has accused Cambodia of placing landmines along their shared border following an incident in which a Thai soldier was injured. The accusation escalates tensions between the neighboring countries, with authorities calling for increased border security and a thorough investigation into the cause of the incident.

Thailand Accuses Cambodia Of Planting Landmines After Soldier Injured

A Thai woman thought she was battling weight issues because of her unhealthy eating habits. However, it turned out to be a 8 kg tumour. Ratchanaporn was told that she had a massive ovarian cyst that had been growing for years. She and her family assumed that she was simply overweight because of her bad eating habits, totally oblivious that it was a much bigger problem. The woman finally landed at a hospital due to a sudden health scare, and that's when it was revealed that she had been carrying a large cyst for years. She was operated upon, and the surgery was a success. The tumour was so huge that after it was removed, her weight drastically reduced by 11 kgs. One day, Ratchanaporn started having trouble breathing and was taken to the Satun Hospital in southern Thailand. Doctors ran tests and discovered that a giant 30cm-wide cyst was pressing on her internal organs. The sheer size of the tumour meant an operation would be complicated. It took the doctors six hours to remove the massive tumour.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/man-dies-after-consuming-nothing-but-beer-for-a-month-following-divorce-1753425374104">Thai man dies after consuming only beer without a morsel of food for a month</a><h2>Thai woman looked like she was ‘pregnant with twins’</h2>The operation on July 31 was a success, and the cyst was removed without causing any complications. The 31-year-old's mother told local media, "My baby was experiencing tightness, difficulty breathing, and bulging eyes. Her stomach looked like she was pregnant with twins." She stated that Ratchanaporn looked extremely big, but they "thought it was because she ate too much. We never imagined it was something this serious." Her body weight came down from 86 kg to 75 kg after the tumour was removed.<h2>Mexican woman discovers 34kg tumour in ovary</h2>In a similar incident, a 24-year-old woman in Mexico was shocked when the doctors told her that she had a humongous 34kg tumour growing in her ovary. The woman was on a diet, but despite that, her weight kept increasing. Scans found an ovarian cyst so large that she could not walk, breathe or eat. It was putting pressure on her other organs, and she was at risk of heart failure. Dr. Erik Hanson Viana at Mexico's General Hospital performed the surgery and removed the cyst whole. It is believed to be the largest tumour ever removed. The doctor later said that the cyst measured half a metre in diameter and the circumference was 157 cm. "'This is the biggest cyst I have operated on, it was so large that it took up 95% of the patient's abdomen," Dr Hanson said. &nbsp;

A Thai woman had been lugging around a 7.5 kg tumour in her ovary for a long time. She appeared overweight to others, and everyone blamed it on her eating too much. Her mother said that one day she had difficulty breathing, and that is when they took her to the hospital.

A Thai woman thought she was battling weight issues because of her unhealthy eating habits. However, it turned out to be a 8 kg tumour. Ratchanaporn was told that she had a massive ovarian cyst that had been growing for years. She and her family assumed that she was simply overweight because of her bad eating habits, totally oblivious that it was a much bigger problem. The woman finally landed at a hospital due to a sudden health scare, and that's when it was revealed that she had been carrying a large cyst for years. She was operated upon, and the surgery was a success. The tumour was so huge that after it was removed, her weight drastically reduced by 11 kgs. One day, Ratchanaporn started having trouble breathing and was taken to the Satun Hospital in southern Thailand. Doctors ran tests and discovered that a giant 30cm-wide cyst was pressing on her internal organs. The sheer size of the tumour meant an operation would be complicated. It took the doctors six hours to remove the massive tumour. Also Read: Thai man dies after consuming only beer without a morsel of food for a month Thai woman looked like she was ‘pregnant with twins’ The operation on July 31 was a success, and the cyst was removed without causing any complications. The 31-year-old's mother told local media, "My baby was experiencing tightness, difficulty breathing, and bulging eyes. Her stomach looked like she was pregnant with twins." She stated that Ratchanaporn looked extremely big, but they "thought it was because she ate too much. We never imagined it was something this serious." Her body weight came down from 86 kg to 75 kg after the tumour was removed. Mexican woman discovers 34kg tumour in ovary In a similar incident, a 24-year-old woman in Mexico was shocked when the doctors told her that she had a humongous 34kg tumour growing in her ovary. The woman was on a diet, but despite that, her weight kept increasing. Scans found an ovarian cyst so large that she could not walk, breathe or eat. It was putting pressure on her other organs, and she was at risk of heart failure. Dr. Erik Hanson Viana at Mexico's General Hospital performed the surgery and removed the cyst whole. It is believed to be the largest tumour ever removed. The doctor later said that the cyst measured half a metre in diameter and the circumference was 157 cm. "'This is the biggest cyst I have operated on, it was so large that it took up 95% of the patient's abdomen," Dr Hanson said.

A Thai woman had been lugging around a 7.5 kg tumour in her ovary for a long time. She appeared overweight to others, and everyone blamed it on her eating too much. Her mother said that one day she had difficulty breathing, and that is when they took her to the hospital.

8 kg ovarian tumour removed from the body of woman who thought she was just overweight

Six people were killed as a gunman carried out a mass shooting attack in Thailand's capital, Bangkok, on Monday (Jul 28). A video of a man with a gun is going viral in the aftermath of the tragic shooting, in which multiple casualties are being reported. The attack happened at the Or Tor Kor Market, which is a short distance from Chatuchak Market, a major tourist destination in Bangkok that throngs with visitors every weekend. The death toll, which earlier stood at four, has now jumped up after the death of a security guard who was critically injured and the suicide of the shooter.

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According to an Anadolu news agency report, at least four people were killed, and another two were injured in the attack. The victims include three security personnel and a market vendor. Following the attack, the shooter reportedly turned the gun on himself and committed suicide. The motive behind the attack is not yet known, and authorities have launched an investigation. Reports suggest that the killer was a 61-year-old man who previously worked at the same company as a security guard. After carrying out his shooting attack, the suspect reportedly sat on a bench in the middle of the market and fatally shot himself.Speaking to AFP, Bang Sue deputy police chief Worapat Sukthai said that "Police are investigating the motive. So far it's a mass shooting". He added that the police were working to release the identity of the dead perpetrator and were also probing "for any possible link" to the current border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia. Meanwhile, national police chief Kitrat Phanphet, in a statement, said that an urgent investigation had been ordered, with officers combing CCTV footage of the attack. As per AFP, mass shootings are not uncommon in Thailand; one contributing factor is the relative ease of obtaining firearms because of lenient gun control enforcement.

Four people were killed in a mass shooting attack in Thailand's capital, Bangkok, on Monday (Jul 28).

Six people were killed as a gunman carried out a mass shooting attack in Thailand's capital, Bangkok, on Monday (Jul 28). A video of a man with a gun is going viral in the aftermath of the tragic shooting, in which multiple casualties are being reported. The attack happened at the Or Tor Kor Market, which is a short distance from Chatuchak Market, a major tourist destination in Bangkok that throngs with visitors every weekend. The death toll, which earlier stood at four, has now jumped up after the death of a security guard who was critically injured and the suicide of the shooter.

Four people were killed in a mass shooting attack in Thailand's capital, Bangkok on Monday (Jul 28).

Bangkok mass shooting leaves six dead, shooter turns gun on himself

Three Indian tourists called the police on a sex worker in Pattaya, Thailand, as they were unhappy with her physical appearance, specifically her "chest size," and asked her to leave. She asked them to make the full payment, but they refused. They left the hotel room and returned with the police. They told the officers that the woman was not getting out of their room as asked. However, she told the police that the men had hired her to provide sexual services. But now they were not ready to give her the money she said she was rightly owed, and there was no reason for the police to be involved. Pattaya is famous for its nightlife. Meanwhile, the police stated that they are accustomed to such incidents and deal with them regularly. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/google-searches-reveal-american-states-with-best-and-worst-sex-lives-1753352554780">Online search data reveals American states with best and worst sex lives</a> &nbsp;<h2>The Indian men in Pattaya&nbsp;were unhappy with the woman's chest size&nbsp;</h2>According to Pattaya Mail, the men met the woman at a popular bar and struck a deal with her for sexual services. She was to be paid 3,000 baht for each man and was given an initial deposit of 1.000 baht. They spent some time at the bar and then returned to a hotel room on Soi Pattaya Beach 11. However, the men changed their minds and asked her to leave. They were not happy with her physical appearance and her body figure, especially her chest size. They said it didn't meet their expectations. The woman refused to go out quietly and asked the men to pay the full amount. The men left their room on the pretext of withdrawing more money from the ATM. After some time, they returned with the police and complained that the woman was refusing to leave their room. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/scientists-reveal-why-dating-apps-are-failing-to-give-successful-matches-1753354418142">Scientists reveal why dating apps have become a total bust. Hint: It's got to do with men</a><h2>The Indian men in Pattaya claimed they didn't get what they wanted</h2>Meanwhile, the woman stood her ground and clarified what had happened and that she only wanted the full amount she was promised. The tourists claimed they felt misled by the woman’s appearance, and that the service did not match what had been promised. The woman denied she had done anything wrong and stated that both parties had mutually agreed to the services. The matter escalated quickly, and the police warned the tourists that mutual understanding in business transactions was important, particularly in places like Pattaya. They told them if it wasn't settled mutually, it could lead to further charges related to public nuisance, misrepresentation, and more serious accusations under Thai law. Both parties agreed to settle the matter, with the woman being allowed to retain a portion of the deposit and the men not having to pay the total amount. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ashley-madison-india-data-extramarital-affair-cheating-delhi-mumbai-kanchipuram-1753248635305">Ashley Madison reveals EXTRA-MARITAL AFFAIR capital of India; Delhi covers most bases, and Mumbai...</a>&nbsp;Pattaya and several other parts of Thailand have an open social scene, and tourists often go there for such services. However, prostitution remains illegal in Thailand. Since the country heavily depends on tourism, with sexual services being a major part of the attraction, the Pheu Thai-led government is looking into legalising prostitution in Thailand.&nbsp;

Three Indian men hired a sex worker for the night, paid her an initial deposit of 1,000 baht and brought her to their room. However, they later asked her to leave because they claim they were misled by her figure, and she did not look like what they had imagined.

Three Indian tourists called the police on a sex worker in Pattaya, Thailand, as they were unhappy with her physical appearance, specifically her "chest size," and asked her to leave. She asked them to make the full payment, but they refused. They left the hotel room and returned with the police. They told the officers that the woman was not getting out of their room as asked. However, she told the police that the men had hired her to provide sexual services. But now they were not ready to give her the money she said she was rightly owed, and there was no reason for the police to be involved. Pattaya is famous for its nightlife. Meanwhile, the police stated that they are accustomed to such incidents and deal with them regularly. Also Read: Online search data reveals American states with best and worst sex lives The Indian men in Pattaya were unhappy with the woman's chest size According to Pattaya Mail, the men met the woman at a popular bar and struck a deal with her for sexual services. She was to be paid 3,000 baht for each man and was given an initial deposit of 1.000 baht. They spent some time at the bar and then returned to a hotel room on Soi Pattaya Beach 11. However, the men changed their minds and asked her to leave. They were not happy with her physical appearance and her body figure, especially her chest size. They said it didn't meet their expectations. The woman refused to go out quietly and asked the men to pay the full amount. The men left their room on the pretext of withdrawing more money from the ATM. After some time, they returned with the police and complained that the woman was refusing to leave their room. Also Read: Scientists reveal why dating apps have become a total bust. Hint: It's got to do with men The Indian men in Pattaya claimed they didn't get what they wanted Meanwhile, the woman stood her ground and clarified what had happened and that she only wanted the full amount she was promised. The tourists claimed they felt misled by the woman’s appearance, and that the service did not match what had been promised. The woman denied she had done anything wrong and stated that both parties had mutually agreed to the services. The matter escalated quickly, and the police warned the tourists that mutual understanding in business transactions was important, particularly in places like Pattaya. They told them if it wasn't settled mutually, it could lead to further charges related to public nuisance, misrepresentation, and more serious accusations under Thai law. Both parties agreed to settle the matter, with the woman being allowed to retain a portion of the deposit and the men not having to pay the total amount. Also Read: Ashley Madison reveals EXTRA-MARITAL AFFAIR capital of India; Delhi covers most bases, and Mumbai... Pattaya and several other parts of Thailand have an open social scene, and tourists often go there for such services. However, prostitution remains illegal in Thailand. Since the country heavily depends on tourism, with sexual services being a major part of the attraction, the Pheu Thai-led government is looking into legalising prostitution in Thailand.

Three Indian men hired a sex worker for the night, paid her an initial deposit of 1,000 baht and brought her to their room. However, they later asked her to leave because they claim they were misled by her figure, and she did not look like what they had imagined.

Indian men refuse to pay sex worker in Pattaya claiming she misled them about her figure

A man in Thailand was found dead in his bedroom after drinking nothing but beer for a month. He had recently got divorced and had refused to eat any food. His 16-year-old son found him surrounded by bottles when he suffered a seizure. He called for help, but the man passed away soon after. Thaweesak Namwongsa, 44, refused to eat anything in the last month, his son said. The boy informed the police that he prepared hot meals for himself every day and tried to feed his father. But he refused to eat anything and instead continued to have only beer. He said that one day, after he returned from school, he found his father unconscious and suffering a seizure. The Siam Rayong Foundation said they received a call from a house in the Ban Chang district of Rayong for help. However, by the time they reached, Namwongsa had passed away. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/google-searches-reveal-american-states-with-best-and-worst-sex-lives-1753352554780">Online search data reveals American states with best and worst sex lives</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/lewd-couple-caught-engaging-in-sexual-act-on-the-plane-to-new-york-1753327801563">Lewd couple caught engaging in sex right on their seats on the plane to New York</a><h2>Over 100 empty beer bottles littered the room</h2>The paramedics were shocked to see the number of beer bottles in the room. They said that they found over 100 empty beer bottles in the room. They were littered on the floor of the small room, leaving hardly any room to walk around. A narrow path had been created in the midst of the bottles to let the man walk around. The son explained that the divorce had left his father shattered, who started drinking heavily after it was finalised. The cause of his death is not known. An autopsy will be carried out to ascertain the exact reason, although excessive alcohol consumption is likely to have led to his passing away.&nbsp; &nbsp;

A man died in Thailand after drinking only beer for a month. He had gotten divorced recently, and this seemed to have impacted his mental health. His 16-year-old son found him unconscious in the bedroom. The room was littered with over 100 bottles of beer.

A man in Thailand was found dead in his bedroom after drinking nothing but beer for a month. He had recently got divorced and had refused to eat any food. His 16-year-old son found him surrounded by bottles when he suffered a seizure. He called for help, but the man passed away soon after. Thaweesak Namwongsa, 44, refused to eat anything in the last month, his son said. The boy informed the police that he prepared hot meals for himself every day and tried to feed his father. But he refused to eat anything and instead continued to have only beer. He said that one day, after he returned from school, he found his father unconscious and suffering a seizure. The Siam Rayong Foundation said they received a call from a house in the Ban Chang district of Rayong for help. However, by the time they reached, Namwongsa had passed away. Also Read: Online search data reveals American states with best and worst sex lives Also Read: Lewd couple caught engaging in sex right on their seats on the plane to New York Over 100 empty beer bottles littered the room The paramedics were shocked to see the number of beer bottles in the room. They said that they found over 100 empty beer bottles in the room. They were littered on the floor of the small room, leaving hardly any room to walk around. A narrow path had been created in the midst of the bottles to let the man walk around. The son explained that the divorce had left his father shattered, who started drinking heavily after it was finalised. The cause of his death is not known. An autopsy will be carried out to ascertain the exact reason, although excessive alcohol consumption is likely to have led to his passing away.

A man died in Thailand after drinking only beer for a month. He had gotten divorced recently, and this seemed to have impacted his mental health. His 16-year-old son found him unconscious in the bedroom. The room was littered with over 100 bottles of beer.

Thailand: Man dies after consuming only beer without a morsel of food for a month

Tension between Thailand and Cambodia is escalating, with Thailand closing all borders with Cambodia. Thailand has launched an air strike on the Cambodian military along the disputed border. A few hours earlier, military forces clashed along the border in multiple locations. The recent bout between the two nations started following the landmine explosion that resulted in the loss of leg by a Thai soldier. With the conflict mounting, we look at the military strength of both nations in terms of personnel, technology and weaponry.&nbsp;<h2>Which army is stronger, Thailand's or Cambodia's?</h2>Thailand:&nbsp;Thailand has a population of 71 million, with an estimated GDP of $610 billion. The sheer size of the Thai army dwarfs the Cambodian army. Thailand has 361,000 active duty personnel in all of its branches, which is nearly three times the size of Cambodia's manpower. It has more soldiers, better aircraft and a considerably bigger defence budget of $7.3 billion. The Thai Air Force has 60 modern fighters, including F-16s, JAS 39 Gripen. It has transporters or helicopters like C-130 Hercules, Saab 340, Bell 212, and UH-60. The Thai air defence system consists of the STARStreak missile system, known for its speed and effectiveness against low-flying aircraft, UAVs, and helicopters.&nbsp;It also has Gripen’s Erieye radar system, a mobile SAM with 7 active airbases. The Royal Thai Army consists of 245,000 active personnel, 240 tanks (M60, Stingray), hundreds of Stryker, M113, BTR-3 Armoured Personnel Carriers and Infantry Fighting Vehicles. It has M198, CAESAR, and MLRS. Overall, the army is modern and battle-ready.&nbsp;Royal Thai Navy consists of 7 frigates and 7 corvettes with 1 Chinese Submarine S26T on order, 40 patrol crafts with 10-12 coastal patrol boats and Naval Aviation&nbsp;Helicopters (S-70B, AS365). It is a prime naval player with small units of well-equipped marine corps and deep-sea facilities.Cambodia:&nbsp;With an estimated population of around 17.4 million as of 2023 and an approximate GDP of $42.3 billion in 2023, it spend about $720 million in defence in 2024, which is around 1.5-2 per cent of its GDP. The Royal Cambodian army is significantly inferior in comparison to the Thai Army. It consists of 125,000 personnel, with the army making up the bulk, around 80,000 among them. It mostly operates Chinese and Soviet-era equipment, including a limited number of old tanks and artillery. Cambodia has no modern fighter jets and very few transport helicopters, such as Mi-17. The Royal Cambodian Navy is also relatively weaker, with a modest coastal force, a dozen patrol boats. It possesses no submarines or major surface combatants. Even though Cambodia receives military aid and base infrastructure investment from China, particularly at the Ream Naval Base, they are technically weak.&nbsp;<h2>Who stands on top?</h2>Thailand massively overshadows the Cambodian capabilities in every measurable category, economically, militarily. It has strategic importance to China, but not as major compared to the US interest in Thailand. Even though Thailand is not a NATO member, it's a key ally of the US in South East Asia.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

With the recent skirmishes between Thailand and Cambodia over the 508-mile border shared by the two, relations have fallen to a new low in years. With a conflict seeming imminent, here is how the two nations compare in measurable terms.

Tension between Thailand and Cambodia is escalating, with Thailand closing all borders with Cambodia. Thailand has launched an air strike on the Cambodian military along the disputed border. A few hours earlier, military forces clashed along the border in multiple locations. The recent bout between the two nations started following the landmine explosion that resulted in the loss of leg by a Thai soldier. With the conflict mounting, we look at the military strength of both nations in terms of personnel, technology and weaponry. Which army is stronger, Thailand's or Cambodia's? Thailand: Thailand has a population of 71 million, with an estimated GDP of $610 billion. The sheer size of the Thai army dwarfs the Cambodian army. Thailand has 361,000 active duty personnel in all of its branches, which is nearly three times the size of Cambodia's manpower. It has more soldiers, better aircraft and a considerably bigger defence budget of $7.3 billion. The Thai Air Force has 60 modern fighters, including F-16s, JAS 39 Gripen. It has transporters or helicopters like C-130 Hercules, Saab 340, Bell 212, and UH-60. The Thai air defence system consists of the STARStreak missile system, known for its speed and effectiveness against low-flying aircraft, UAVs, and helicopters. It also has Gripen’s Erieye radar system, a mobile SAM with 7 active airbases. The Royal Thai Army consists of 245,000 active personnel, 240 tanks (M60, Stingray), hundreds of Stryker, M113, BTR-3 Armoured Personnel Carriers and Infantry Fighting Vehicles. It has M198, CAESAR, and MLRS. Overall, the army is modern and battle-ready. Royal Thai Navy consists of 7 frigates and 7 corvettes with 1 Chinese Submarine S26T on order, 40 patrol crafts with 10-12 coastal patrol boats and Naval Aviation Helicopters (S-70B, AS365). It is a prime naval player with small units of well-equipped marine corps and deep-sea facilities. Cambodia: With an estimated population of around 17.4 million as of 2023 and an approximate GDP of $42.3 billion in 2023, it spend about $720 million in defence in 2024, which is around 1.5-2 per cent of its GDP. The Royal Cambodian army is significantly inferior in comparison to the Thai Army. It consists of 125,000 personnel, with the army making up the bulk, around 80,000 among them. It mostly operates Chinese and Soviet-era equipment, including a limited number of old tanks and artillery. Cambodia has no modern fighter jets and very few transport helicopters, such as Mi-17. The Royal Cambodian Navy is also relatively weaker, with a modest coastal force, a dozen patrol boats. It possesses no submarines or major surface combatants. Even though Cambodia receives military aid and base infrastructure investment from China, particularly at the Ream Naval Base, they are technically weak. Who stands on top? Thailand massively overshadows the Cambodian capabilities in every measurable category, economically, militarily. It has strategic importance to China, but not as major compared to the US interest in Thailand. Even though Thailand is not a NATO member, it's a key ally of the US in South East Asia.

With the recent skirmishes between Thailand and Cambodia over the 508-mile border shared by the two, relations have fallen to a new low in years. With a conflict seeming imminent, here is how the two nations compare in measurable terms.

Thailand or Cambodia: Which nation holds the advantage in battlefield?

Thailand's acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Thursday (July 24) ruled out talks with Cambodia until they stop the attacks in their region. The fight between the two countries has escalated, with 12 killed and 24 injured in Thailand. The acting Prime Minister stated that Cambodia instigated the attacks, and Thailand only acted in self-defense.&nbsp;During a news conference on Thursday, Wechayachai stressed that Cambodia fired heavy weapons into Thailand without specific targets and into civilian areas.&nbsp;Thailand’s health minister, Somsak Thepsuthin, said 12 people, including 11 civilians and one soldier, were killed in artillery shelling by Cambodian forces, Reuters reported.&nbsp;Meanwhile, according to the health minister, 24 civilians and seven military personnel were wounded. Notably, one child was included among the civilians killed.&nbsp;Thailand's military issued a statement, saying, "The Thai Army condemns Cambodia for using weapons to attack civilians in Thailand. Thailand is ready to protect sovereignty and our people from inhumane action."&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/cambodia-thailand-exchange-fire-in-border-clash-thailand-condemns-attack-on-civilians-1753342180785/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/cambodia-thailand-exchange-fire-in-border-clash-thailand-condemns-attack-on-civilians-1753342180785/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Moreover, the acting PM of Thailand said, "There has been no declaration of war from Thailand. Cambodia has instigated the attacks, and Thailand acts in self-defence to protect its sovereignty."&nbsp;He added, “Clashes have occurred in four provinces: Ubon Ratchathani, Sisaket, Surin, and Buriram, with no spillover to other provinces yet. Residents have been evacuated, and schools in the affected areas have been closed.”<h2>Thailand expels Cambodian ambassador</h2>As the fight escalates, Thailand withdrew its ambassador to Cambodia and expelled the &nbsp;Cambodian ambassador to protest against the landmine blast that wounded its soldiers, according to the Associated Press.&nbsp;The authorities of Thailand alleged that the mines were newly laid along paths that both sides had agreed were supposed to be safe.&nbsp;They added that the mines were Russian-made and not of a type employed by Thailand's military. However, Cambodia has rejected Thailand's account as "baseless accusations", saying that many unexploded mines and other ordnance are a legacy of 20th-century wars.

The acting PM of Thailand said that there has been no declaration of war from Thailand, however, accusing Cambodia for instigating the attacks. Phumtham Wechayachai said that Thailand only acted in self-defence.

Thailand's acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Thursday (July 24) ruled out talks with Cambodia until they stop the attacks in their region. The fight between the two countries has escalated, with 12 killed and 24 injured in Thailand. The acting Prime Minister stated that Cambodia instigated the attacks, and Thailand only acted in self-defense. During a news conference on Thursday, Wechayachai stressed that Cambodia fired heavy weapons into Thailand without specific targets and into civilian areas. Thailand’s health minister, Somsak Thepsuthin, said 12 people, including 11 civilians and one soldier, were killed in artillery shelling by Cambodian forces, Reuters reported. Meanwhile, according to the health minister, 24 civilians and seven military personnel were wounded. Notably, one child was included among the civilians killed. Thailand's military issued a statement, saying, "The Thai Army condemns Cambodia for using weapons to attack civilians in Thailand. Thailand is ready to protect sovereignty and our people from inhumane action." https://www.wionews.com/videos/cambodia-thailand-exchange-fire-in-border-clash-thailand-condemns-attack-on-civilians-1753342180785/embed Moreover, the acting PM of Thailand said, "There has been no declaration of war from Thailand. Cambodia has instigated the attacks, and Thailand acts in self-defence to protect its sovereignty." He added, “Clashes have occurred in four provinces: Ubon Ratchathani, Sisaket, Surin, and Buriram, with no spillover to other provinces yet. Residents have been evacuated, and schools in the affected areas have been closed.” Thailand expels Cambodian ambassador As the fight escalates, Thailand withdrew its ambassador to Cambodia and expelled the Cambodian ambassador to protest against the landmine blast that wounded its soldiers, according to the Associated Press. The authorities of Thailand alleged that the mines were newly laid along paths that both sides had agreed were supposed to be safe. They added that the mines were Russian-made and not of a type employed by Thailand's military. However, Cambodia has rejected Thailand's account as "baseless accusations", saying that many unexploded mines and other ordnance are a legacy of 20th-century wars.

The acting PM of Thailand said that there has been no declaration of war from Thailand, however, accusing Cambodia for instigating the attacks. Phumtham Wechayachai said that Thailand only acted in self-defence.

'No talks until fight ceases': Thailand's acting PM claims Cambodia instigated attacks; expels Cambodian ambassador

Seeka 'Miss Golf', the woman at the centre of a scandal involving sex, money, and powerful Buddhist monks, has been arrested by police in Thailand. Shocking volumes of evidence, including thousands of explicit videos of monks in intimate situations, have been recovered from her mobile phones. Her alleged actions have led to a wider probe into the conduct of Buddhist clergy in Thailand, who are widely revered by the public. Here is what you should know about Seeka Miss Golf, the alleged femme fatale behind the Thailand sex and blackmailing scandal.<h2>Thailand blackmail scandal: How Seeka Miss Golf operated</h2>Wilawan Emsawat, aged 35, is described as Seeka Golf, or Sika Golf or Miss Golf in Thailand media reports. Arrested in Nonthaburi, outside Bangkok, she faces charges of money laundering, and supporting official misconduct, police said on Tuesday (Jul 15).Wilawan allegedly formed romantic and physical relationships with up to 15 senior Buddhist monks across several major temples in Thailand.&nbsp;Seeka Golf told investigators that she targeted wealthy, high‑ranking monks. According to police, she extorted money by threatening to go public about the relationships after claiming that she was pregnant. She allegedly received millions of baht via bank transfers in return for her silence on the relationships with the monks. Investigators traced some of the money transfers to temple bank accounts. Wilawan claimed earlier that the money had come from her online gambling. But authorities suspect it came from extortion and misuse of temple funds.<h2>The incriminating evidence: Monks in compromising positions, some still in their saffron robes</h2>Police recovered five mobile phones during a raid on Miss Golf's home. These devices contained incriminating evidence: More than 80,000 explicit photos and at least 5,600 video clips. The monks were in compromising positions in these, including some in which they still had their saffron robes on. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/thailand-police-arrest-30-year-old-wilawan-emsawat-near-bangkok-1752634750598/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/thailand-police-arrest-30-year-old-wilawan-emsawat-near-bangkok-1752634750598/embed</a><h2>Thailand sex scandal arrest: What will happen to Seeka Miss Golf?</h2>Wilawan was visibly distressed when arrested. Investigators are examining her financial transactions. They are also going through digital evidence, including deleted files. The Royal Thai Police's anti‑Corruption Division and Central Investigation Bureau are conducting a joint probe into alleged sexual misconduct, blackmail, temple fund transfers, and money laundering.She is likely to face cases of sexual exploitation and temple fund misuse.Her case is likely to have wider ramifications for the Buddhist religious institutions.At least eight monks implicated in the scandal have been defrocked. More temple audits and crackdown measures are expected. Legal reforms have been proposed, including criminalising illicit sex between monks and laypeople.&nbsp;

Shocking volumes of evidence, including thousands of explicit videos of monks in intimate situations have been recovered from her mobile phones. Her actions have led to a wider probe into the conduct of Buddhist clergy in Thailand

Seeka 'Miss Golf', the woman at the centre of a scandal involving sex, money, and powerful Buddhist monks, has been arrested by police in Thailand. Shocking volumes of evidence, including thousands of explicit videos of monks in intimate situations, have been recovered from her mobile phones. Her alleged actions have led to a wider probe into the conduct of Buddhist clergy in Thailand, who are widely revered by the public. Here is what you should know about Seeka Miss Golf, the alleged femme fatale behind the Thailand sex and blackmailing scandal. Thailand blackmail scandal: How Seeka Miss Golf operated Wilawan Emsawat, aged 35, is described as Seeka Golf, or Sika Golf or Miss Golf in Thailand media reports. Arrested in Nonthaburi, outside Bangkok, she faces charges of money laundering, and supporting official misconduct, police said on Tuesday (Jul 15). Wilawan allegedly formed romantic and physical relationships with up to 15 senior Buddhist monks across several major temples in Thailand. Seeka Golf told investigators that she targeted wealthy, high‑ranking monks. According to police, she extorted money by threatening to go public about the relationships after claiming that she was pregnant. She allegedly received millions of baht via bank transfers in return for her silence on the relationships with the monks. Investigators traced some of the money transfers to temple bank accounts. Wilawan claimed earlier that the money had come from her online gambling. But authorities suspect it came from extortion and misuse of temple funds. The incriminating evidence: Monks in compromising positions, some still in their saffron robes Police recovered five mobile phones during a raid on Miss Golf's home. These devices contained incriminating evidence: More than 80,000 explicit photos and at least 5,600 video clips. The monks were in compromising positions in these, including some in which they still had their saffron robes on. https://www.wionews.com/videos/thailand-police-arrest-30-year-old-wilawan-emsawat-near-bangkok-1752634750598/embed Thailand sex scandal arrest: What will happen to Seeka Miss Golf? Wilawan was visibly distressed when arrested. Investigators are examining her financial transactions. They are also going through digital evidence, including deleted files. The Royal Thai Police's anti‑Corruption Division and Central Investigation Bureau are conducting a joint probe into alleged sexual misconduct, blackmail, temple fund transfers, and money laundering. She is likely to face cases of sexual exploitation and temple fund misuse. Her case is likely to have wider ramifications for the Buddhist religious institutions. At least eight monks implicated in the scandal have been defrocked. More temple audits and crackdown measures are expected. Legal reforms have been proposed, including criminalising illicit sex between monks and laypeople.

Shocking volumes of evidence, including thousands of explicit videos of monks in intimate situations have been recovered from her mobile phones. Her actions have led to a wider probe into the conduct of Buddhist clergy in Thailand

She seduces and blackmails: Who is Seeka 'Miss Golf', woman allegedly behind Thailand monk sex blackmailing scandal who had 5,600 videos on phones?

Thailand monk sex and blackmail scandal: Seeka 'Miss' Golf, the woman at the centre of a Thailand monk sex and blackmail scandal, has been arrested. The woman in her mid-30s, whose real name is Wilawan Emsawat, allegedly seduced and entered into sexual relations with nearly 20 senior and wealthy monks from several Buddhist temples since 2019, according to Thai police. She was arrested on Tuesday (Jul 15) near Bangkok.&nbsp; People of Thailand hold Buddhist monks in high reverence and the scandal has shaken their trust in Buddhist institutions. A wave of defrockings and temple audits has taken place in the aftermath of the scandal.&nbsp;Broader calls are being made to clean up monastic discipline and fiscal accountability.<h2>How 'Miss Golf' blackmailed monks: The Thailand sex scandal</h2>Aged in mid-30s, Miss Golf blackmailed high‑ranking monks using evidence of their romantic associations, and alleging financial misconduct.&nbsp;According to Thailand media reports, Miss Golf used to gamble online and lost millions. &nbsp;In order to make more money, she devised the scheme to get into intimate relations with the monks, and then make &nbsp;extortion claims, seeking money in exchange for silence about the relationships. As per police, Seeka Golf extorted money after claiming to be pregnant or using some other romantic coercion.&nbsp;<h2>80,000 explicit images and videos, monk robes found on woman at centre of Thailand monk sex scandal</h2>Miss Golf was arrested from her home in Nonthaburi province, north of Bangkok. She faces charges of extortion, money laundering and accepting stolen goods. Police have found that a senior monk had transferred money to her from a bank account of his temple in northern Thailand.&nbsp; Nearly 80,000 explicit images and videos were recovered during the raid at her residence, besides more than 10 monk robes and five phones, according to local media reports citing police.<h2>Thailand monk sex scandal aftermath: Eight senior monks defrocked</h2>At least eight senior Buddhist monks were disrobed over their alleged involvement in the sex scandal.According to police, Miss Golf received nearly THB 1 million or $30,000 from ex-Abbot Chaokhun Arj of Wat Tri Thotsathep. Arj left the monkhood and fled to Laos in late June. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/thailand-police-arrest-30-year-old-wilawan-emsawat-near-bangkok-1752634750598/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/thailand-police-arrest-30-year-old-wilawan-emsawat-near-bangkok-1752634750598/embed</a>&nbsp;<h2>Thailand monk sex scandal rocks politics</h2>Thailand is giving top priority to the case, with the Royal Thai Police’s Central Investigation Bureau probing the case, led by Police Lt Gen Charoonkiat Pankaew.Authorities have promised deeper investigations into Buddhist temples nationwide, indicating an institutional clean-up. Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai called for 'stricter regulations and financial transparency' of Buddhist institutions, such as temple audit reforms and oversight of monks' conduct.The Central Investigation Bureau has introduced a public tip-off system and Facebook hotline for people to report monk misconduct.<h2>Thailand monk sex scandal: Corruption and opulence of Buddhist clergy in focus</h2>The monk sex scandal is the latest instance of a crisis of trust in Thailand's Buddhist clergy. There have been other high-profile cases in the past, including the jet-set monk case.Another abbot was accused of embezzling temple assets.As Buddhist institutions get billions in public donations every year, some monks have abused their position for personal gains and material indulgences, as opposed to celibacy, frugal life and morality expected of them. Many in Thailand are seeking more transparency, oversight and enforcement.&nbsp;

In a scandal that rocked Thailand, a woman in her 30s allegedly seduced and entered into sexual relations with nearly 20 senior and wealthy monks from several Buddhist temples since around 2019

Thailand monk sex and blackmail scandal: Seeka 'Miss' Golf, the woman at the centre of a Thailand monk sex and blackmail scandal, has been arrested. The woman in her mid-30s, whose real name is Wilawan Emsawat, allegedly seduced and entered into sexual relations with nearly 20 senior and wealthy monks from several Buddhist temples since 2019, according to Thai police. She was arrested on Tuesday (Jul 15) near Bangkok. People of Thailand hold Buddhist monks in high reverence and the scandal has shaken their trust in Buddhist institutions. A wave of defrockings and temple audits has taken place in the aftermath of the scandal. Broader calls are being made to clean up monastic discipline and fiscal accountability. How 'Miss Golf' blackmailed monks: The Thailand sex scandal Aged in mid-30s, Miss Golf blackmailed high‑ranking monks using evidence of their romantic associations, and alleging financial misconduct. According to Thailand media reports, Miss Golf used to gamble online and lost millions. In order to make more money, she devised the scheme to get into intimate relations with the monks, and then make extortion claims, seeking money in exchange for silence about the relationships. As per police, Seeka Golf extorted money after claiming to be pregnant or using some other romantic coercion. 80,000 explicit images and videos, monk robes found on woman at centre of Thailand monk sex scandal Miss Golf was arrested from her home in Nonthaburi province, north of Bangkok. She faces charges of extortion, money laundering and accepting stolen goods. Police have found that a senior monk had transferred money to her from a bank account of his temple in northern Thailand. Nearly 80,000 explicit images and videos were recovered during the raid at her residence, besides more than 10 monk robes and five phones, according to local media reports citing police. Thailand monk sex scandal aftermath: Eight senior monks defrocked At least eight senior Buddhist monks were disrobed over their alleged involvement in the sex scandal. According to police, Miss Golf received nearly THB 1 million or $30,000 from ex-Abbot Chaokhun Arj of Wat Tri Thotsathep. Arj left the monkhood and fled to Laos in late June. https://www.wionews.com/videos/thailand-police-arrest-30-year-old-wilawan-emsawat-near-bangkok-1752634750598/embed Thailand monk sex scandal rocks politics Thailand is giving top priority to the case, with the Royal Thai Police’s Central Investigation Bureau probing the case, led by Police Lt Gen Charoonkiat Pankaew. Authorities have promised deeper investigations into Buddhist temples nationwide, indicating an institutional clean-up. Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai called for 'stricter regulations and financial transparency' of Buddhist institutions, such as temple audit reforms and oversight of monks' conduct. The Central Investigation Bureau has introduced a public tip-off system and Facebook hotline for people to report monk misconduct. Thailand monk sex scandal: Corruption and opulence of Buddhist clergy in focus The monk sex scandal is the latest instance of a crisis of trust in Thailand's Buddhist clergy. There have been other high-profile cases in the past, including the jet-set monk case. Another abbot was accused of embezzling temple assets. As Buddhist institutions get billions in public donations every year, some monks have abused their position for personal gains and material indulgences, as opposed to celibacy, frugal life and morality expected of them. Many in Thailand are seeking more transparency, oversight and enforcement.

In a scandal that rocked Thailand, a woman in her 30s allegedly seduced and entered into sexual relations with nearly 20 senior and wealthy monks from several Buddhist temples since around 2019

80,000 explicit photos and videos, monk robes found on woman arrested after Thailand monk sex scandal leads to defrocking of Buddhist clergy

A wild elephant left the national park in northeastern Thailand and took a stroll into a grocery store for some snacks. The animal was caught on camera toppling shelves and grabbing some food. The elephant named Plai Biang Lek belongs to the Khao Yai National Park. The grocery store owner was surprised to see him make his way into the shop in Pak Chong district of the Nakhon Ratchasima province.&nbsp;The incident happened at 3 pm on Monday. According to local media reports, the store is only a kilometre from one of the park’s entrances. Plai Biang Lek is reportedly often seen near the village bordering the national park. &nbsp;“Locals are accustomed to seeing Plai Biang Lek passing by this particular store, but he has never before attempted to enter,” Khaosod English reported.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/red-sun-two-sun-florida-canada-wildfires-1748941178879">Strange bright red sun seen in Florida baffles people. It has a perfectly simple explanation</a>&nbsp;However, this is the first time it decided to surprise everyone by walking right into a store.The Bangkok Post reported that the store owner was attending to a customer when the elephant strolled in. Both of them immediately rushed out and informed officials about the animal in the store.&nbsp;<h2>Video of elephant in a Thai store</h2>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">🤣 An elephant just strolled into a convenience store in Khao Yai, Thailand. On the way out, it helped itself to some rice crackers for the journey 🐘<a href="https://t.co/R6i8r7lYlO">pic.twitter.com/R6i8r7lYlO</a>&mdash; Volcaholic 🌋 (@volcaholic1) <a href="https://twitter.com/volcaholic1/status/1929546674780741711?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;The video was shared on Facebook on the page “Here is Khao Yai” and has since gone viral. The elephant can be seen entering the store, almost hitting the ceiling. It then proceeds towards the shelves and looks for some snacks. After taking what he needs, the elephant left the store.Chaos ensued around the animal as it walked inside, but it remained unfazed by all the action. The video shows him grabbing rice crackers before exiting, leaving a huge mess in the store. Thankfully, no one was injured in the incident.&nbsp;This wasn't its first rendezvous to a public place. Earlier this year, Plai Biang Lek entered a small restaurant looking for food. It went to the outdoor kitchen, and crashed chairs and kitchenware around him. At the time, metal poles had to be used to force Biang Lek to leave the restaurant.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A well-known elephant entered a Thai store looking for food, scaring the owner and a customer. It left after getting what it wanted. 

A wild elephant left the national park in northeastern Thailand and took a stroll into a grocery store for some snacks. The animal was caught on camera toppling shelves and grabbing some food. The elephant named Plai Biang Lek belongs to the Khao Yai National Park. The grocery store owner was surprised to see him make his way into the shop in Pak Chong district of the Nakhon Ratchasima province. The incident happened at 3 pm on Monday. According to local media reports, the store is only a kilometre from one of the park’s entrances. Plai Biang Lek is reportedly often seen near the village bordering the national park. “Locals are accustomed to seeing Plai Biang Lek passing by this particular store, but he has never before attempted to enter,” Khaosod English reported. Also Read: Strange bright red sun seen in Florida baffles people. It has a perfectly simple explanation However, this is the first time it decided to surprise everyone by walking right into a store. The Bangkok Post reported that the store owner was attending to a customer when the elephant strolled in. Both of them immediately rushed out and informed officials about the animal in the store. Video of elephant in a Thai store

A well-known elephant entered a Thai store looking for food, scaring the owner and a customer. It left after getting what it wanted.&nbsp;

Video: Infamous elephant enters Thai store, treats itself to delicious snacks

Tiger parks are extremely popular in Thailand. However, they have often invited criticism with claims that the animals are drugged to keep them tame so that they do not become aggressive. Recently, one tiger decided to turn things around and attacked a visitor who was walking it around.&nbsp;A terrifying video shows a big tiger lunging at the Indian man as he pats it on the back and then decides to put his arm around it for a photo. Everything goes blurry as only the sound of the man screaming can be heard for several seconds. The tamer can also be heard trying to control the tiger. The condition of the man is unknown.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/hand-of-god-ultrasound-protecting-unborn-baby-with-heart-defect-1748575947368">Mother says she saw God protecting her unborn baby with heart condition in ultrasound</a>&nbsp;The post that appeared on X, had the caption, "Apparently an Indian man attacked by a tiger in Thailand. This is one of those places where they keep tigers like pets and people can take selfies, feed them etc etc.?"<h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2>Tiger parks in Thailand</h2>&nbsp;The incident is believed to have happened at a tiger park in Phuket. The place lets visitors enter tiger enclosures where they can touch the animals. There are trainers inside for safety purposes who direct people on how to pose with the animals, and what to do and what not to do. People can choose from a range of tigers - a baby tiger, a young tiger, a medium-sized tiger and the biggest one.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ai-video-of-women-google-veo-3-1748497674146">'It's over for humanity': 'Creepy' video of two women is hiding something sinister</a>&nbsp;The incident has once again triggered the debate on these tiger spaces in Thailand, which have often courted controversy and raised ethical concerns. Animal rights activists say that the tigers are drugged to keep them meek so that they do not threaten visitor safety. These tiger parks are a huge attraction in the country and charge enormous amounts for tickets.&nbsp;Meanwhile, people on social media gave their own take on the incident. One of them said that the tiger attacked the man because he ignored the direction not to touch the animal above the mentioned body area.&nbsp;Another said the scary video led them to think that it could have been them there. "These wild animals are heavily drugged to appear docile, but their true nature cannot be tamed. As the sedation fades, a tiger can turn violent, posing a grave threat," the user said.&nbsp;Tiger parks in Thailand are spread in Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Bangkok and other places.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Apparently an Indian man attacked by a tiger in Thailand. This is one of those paces where they keep tigers like pets and people can take selfies, feed them etc etc.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Indians?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Indians</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/tigers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#tigers</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/thailand?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#thailand</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AnimalAbuse?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AnimalAbuse</a> <a href="https://t.co/7Scx5eOSB4">pic.twitter.com/7Scx5eOSB4</a>&mdash; Sidharth Shukla (@sidhshuk) <a href="https://twitter.com/sidhshuk/status/1928085314205094273?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

An Indian man was attacked by a tiger at a popular attraction in Thailand. A video shows the animal lunging at the man as he screams for several seconds. 

Tiger parks are extremely popular in Thailand. However, they have often invited criticism with claims that the animals are drugged to keep them tame so that they do not become aggressive. Recently, one tiger decided to turn things around and attacked a visitor who was walking it around. A terrifying video shows a big tiger lunging at the Indian man as he pats it on the back and then decides to put his arm around it for a photo. Everything goes blurry as only the sound of the man screaming can be heard for several seconds. The tamer can also be heard trying to control the tiger. The condition of the man is unknown. Also Read: Mother says she saw God protecting her unborn baby with heart condition in ultrasound The post that appeared on X, had the caption, "Apparently an Indian man attacked by a tiger in Thailand. This is one of those places where they keep tigers like pets and people can take selfies, feed them etc etc.?" Tiger parks in Thailand The incident is believed to have happened at a tiger park in Phuket. The place lets visitors enter tiger enclosures where they can touch the animals. There are trainers inside for safety purposes who direct people on how to pose with the animals, and what to do and what not to do. People can choose from a range of tigers - a baby tiger, a young tiger, a medium-sized tiger and the biggest one. Also Read: 'It's over for humanity': 'Creepy' video of two women is hiding something sinister The incident has once again triggered the debate on these tiger spaces in Thailand, which have often courted controversy and raised ethical concerns. Animal rights activists say that the tigers are drugged to keep them meek so that they do not threaten visitor safety. These tiger parks are a huge attraction in the country and charge enormous amounts for tickets. Meanwhile, people on social media gave their own take on the incident. One of them said that the tiger attacked the man because he ignored the direction not to touch the animal above the mentioned body area. Another said the scary video led them to think that it could have been them there. "These wild animals are heavily drugged to appear docile, but their true nature cannot be tamed. As the sedation fades, a tiger can turn violent, posing a grave threat," the user said. Tiger parks in Thailand are spread in Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Bangkok and other places.

An Indian man was attacked by a tiger at a popular attraction in Thailand. A video shows the animal lunging at the man as he screams for several seconds.&nbsp;

Indian man walking a tiger caught unawares as the animal charges at him at popular Thailand attraction

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The Department of Livestock Development (DLD) is actively monitoring and working to contain the spread of anthrax after Thailand’s first confirmed human death was reported in Don Tan district, Mukdahan province. So far, no unusual illness or death in animals has been detected in the area.

The Department of Disease Control (DDC) on Thursday confirmed one anthrax-related death — a 53-year-old male patient — linked to the consumption and distribution of beef during a religious festival. A total of 247 people are currently under investigation.

Livestock department races to contain Anthrax after first death confirmed in Mukdahan

A staple of thai life—and a pillar of its economy—is under threat. As u.S. Trade tariffs loom and global rice prices plunge, Thailand’s multi-billion-dollar rice industry faces its toughest season in years. Our report takes you to the rice fields, where the future of thousands depends on decisions being made far beyond their borders.

Price Drops & Tariffs Threaten Thailand’s Rice Industry

People in Thailand are celebrating the Thai New Year, Songkran, with the iconic water fights. The New Year festivities will last three days, which include traditional parades and the crowning of Lady Songkran.

Thailand celebrates 'Songkran': Locals, tourists spray water from pistols & hoses

Dresses In flowers and makeup scores of boys paraded in the traditional Poy Sang Long ceremony around a temple in northern Thailand after having their heads shaved. Now this marks a symbolic start to the centuries-old Shan monkwood ordination to become Buddhist noviceses. We leave you with these images.

Thailand's traditional 'Poy Sang Long' ceremony

Following the devastating earthquake last Friday, the official death toll in Myanmar has surged past 3,000, and over 4600 injured. Rescue teams are in a desperate race against time, but conditions on the ground are making their mission all the more difficult.

Myanmar earthquake: UN warns window to find Myanmar quake survivors closing

Following the devastating earthquake last Friday, the official death toll in Myanmar has surged past 2,800, with fears it could soon exceed 3,000.  Rescue teams are in a desperate race against time, but conditions on the ground are making their mission all the more difficult.

Myanmar earthquake: UN:  Little chance of finding anyone alive from the rubble

Chinese and Thai navies conducted a joint naval drill as part of the ongoing Blue Strike 2025 joint naval training in Zhanjiang, South China's Guangdong Province. The exercise began last week and marks the sixth edition of their joint training program. The weekend drills were focused on counterterrorism. The joint exercise aims to deepen bilateral cooperation and enhance combined operational capabilities of China and Thailand. 

During the joint anti-terrorism exercise, Chinese and Thai Marines coordinated closely to carry out their operations. After landing via air cushion craft and helicopters, they quickly assembled into a counterterrorism unit and conducted a series of drill tasks, including building seizures, room clearing, securing ammunition supplies, and providing humanitarian assistance. Watch in for more details!

China, Thai joint forces execute high-quality maritime training

Thai authorities have begun investigations into what led to the collapse of a construction site in Bangkok during Friday's earthquake.

Bangkok earthquake: Satellite images show how the tower flattened after the earthquake

#GRAVITAS | Myanmar quake toll has crossed 2,000 mark. Hundreds are still missing and thousands have been injured. The deadly 7.7 magnitude quake which had an epicentre in Myanmar's Sagaing region also hit Thailand leaving at least 19 dead. Watch this video to find out more.

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