Update: Chiang Mai Police Reveal Details on Canadian Tourist’s Attempted Airplane Door Opening Incident
Chiang Mai—
On February 9th, 2024, Pol. Col. Manatchai Inthuean, the superintendent of the Phupingkharajaniwet Police Station in Chiang Mai, publicly revealed more information about the case of a Canadian tourist who attempted to open...
Thailand’s Famous Giant Panda Lin Hui Passes Away
Chiang Mai —
Lin Hui, Thailand's famous giant panda, sadly died this morning, April 19th, at Chiang Mai Zoo in northern Thailand, officials have confirmed.
The famous female panda just turned 21 years old a few...
Thailand to Serve as Backdrop for “Jurassic World 4”
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Thailand has been chosen to serve as the backdrop for “Jurassic World 4,” the latest sequel in the globally celebrated Jurassic Park franchise. According to Department of Tourism Director General Jaturon Phakdeewanit, the...
Beloved Thai Elephant is Back in Thailand
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The operation to bring back an ill Thai elephant from Sri Lanka to Thailand has been completed.
Mahouts from Thailand arrived in Sri Lanka last month to familiarize the elephant with the process ahead of...
Ministry of Public Health Intensifies Flood Relief Efforts in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai
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The Ministry of Public Health has intensified its efforts to aid flood and landslide victims in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai provinces. Emergency medical response teams (MERT) are on standby, ready to deploy...
Chiang Mai Reports Two New Monkeypox Cases
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Public health officials recently reported two new cases of monkeypox (mpox) in Chiang Mai province, while also expressing concern about a spike in dengue fever cases this year.
Songyot Khamchai, head of the communicable...
Emergency Teams Mobilized as Heavy Rain and Northern Runoff Worsen in Chiang Mai Flooding
Chiang Mai —
On October 4th, 2024, Thai national media highlighted the ongoing flood crisis in Chiang Mai, as the water levels in the Ping River peaked at 4.81 meters overnight and began rising again...
Chiang Mai Airport Plans Expansion to Boost Passenger Capacity
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BANGKOK (NNT) - Chiang Mai Airport is preparing to unveil its development plan to boost airport capacity and receive more flights domestically and internationally.
Chiang Mai Airport Director Vijit Kaewsaitiam stated that the airport will...
Severe Floods Struck Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai
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Severe flooding has struck Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai province, leaving rescuers and staff struggling to move animals to safety as the site is completely cut off by floodwater and landslides. The...
Thai Deputy Prime Minister Warns Entertainment Venues that Extended Hours Do Not Cover Alcohol...
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At 2:30 PM, on November 4th, 2023, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, the Deputy Prime Minister, stated to Thai national media about a recent announcement on nighttime service hours to 4 AM in entertainment districts...
