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Even though the Miss Grand Thailand 2026 pageant has ended, the stage moment has gone viral worldwide. Darathorn “Dada” Yoothong, Miss Grand Kalasin 2026, didn’t win the crown, but she stole the spotlight—and even became a meme—creating a sensational moment on stage with her swimsuit walk that broke all pageant rules. Dada didn’t just strut; she brought skills, with sharp moves and powerful poses. Clips of her performance have gone massively viral, sparking countless recreations both in Thailand and abroad. Born in 2002, Dada has a background in dance and frequently shares choreography content on social media. Despite not winning the national title, her energetic, rule-breaking performance has made her one of the most talked-about contestants of Miss Grand Thailand 2026. #Thailand #MissGrand2026 #ดาด้าดาราธร
Thai Enquirer1,969,133 views • 7 months ago
The crater from the road collapse in front of Vajira Hospital continued to expand until around 2 PM. At 10:35 AM, a pickup truck that had nearly fallen into the sinkhole was lifted out safely. By 1:25 PM, rain caused more soil beneath the Sam Sen Police Station to give way, sliding deeper into the crater while two rescue workers rappelled down to recover a car that had fallen in. Both were pulled up safely. Later, at 1:50 PM, the concrete platform where the pickup had been parked collapsed, with ongoing soil movement making vehicle recovery increasingly difficult. Vid and photos via อาสาสมัครบรรเทาสาธารณภัยแห่งประเทศไทย ธน34-00 ฐานบุญวิภา #Thailand #Bangkok #ถนนทรุด #วชิรพยาบาล #ถนนสามเสน #ถนนยุบ
Thai Enquirer1,640,507 views • 1 year ago
Suvarnabhumi Airport apologizes after Chinese fan incident delays Beijing flight Suvarnabhumi Airport has apologized after a confrontation between security officers and a group of 22 Chinese passengers went viral on social media. The airport said the group, who were following a Chinese celebrity on a Thai Airways flight to Beijing on July 29, repeatedly entered restricted areas, refused security and boarding procedures, and attempted to follow the artist onto the aircraft, prompting the airline to deny them boarding over safety concerns and causing a flight delay. While the airport defended the decision to remove the passengers for violating security rules, it acknowledged that some security officers acted inappropriately during the incident. Disciplinary action has been ordered against those involved, and the airport says it will strengthen staff training and oversight to improve security operations while ensuring passengers are treated professionally. #thailand #china #airport #security #apology #ซาแซงจีน
Thai Enquirer166,435 views • 2 months ago
Defence Ministry confirms officer involved in mid-air disturbance The Defence Ministry has confirmed that a lieutenant who caused a disturbance on a flight from Malaysia to Bangkok is attached to its Office of Policy and Planning and had been undergoing psychiatric treatment. Ministry spokesman Rear Admiral Surasant Kongsiri said on Monday that the officer’s symptoms flared up during the flight because of a personal condition. Videos posted online showed the man shouting, demanding that the plane land and attempting to open a door before passengers and crew restrained him. The officer was taken to Phramongkutklao Hospital for observation and further treatment. #Thailand #Malaysia
Thai Enquirer154,674 views • 2 months ago
Italian students issue video apology, say those involved to return home early Representatives of the Italian student group involved in the viral BTS train incident have issued a video apology after the controversy sparked widespread backlash in Thailand, including online harassment, confrontations at the group's hotel and an apology from the Italian Embassy in Bangkok. The students drew criticism after a video showed members of the group behaving loudly on a BTS train before allegedly mocking a Thai passenger who asked them to lower their voices. The incident prompted Thai netizens to flood the Italian Embassy's social media accounts with complaints, identify some of the students' personal social media profiles and confront the group at its Bangkok hotel. At least one Italian teacher was also wrongly identified online and subjected to harassment. The video, released by the Italian Embassy on Saturday, featured four representatives apologizing to the Thai people and expressing regret for offending Thai culture. They said the group had delayed responding because of fear, but acknowledged that waiting to address the incident had been a mistake. They also admitted their behaviour on the BTS was inappropriate and apologized to those affected. The representatives said the group does not condone the behaviour shown in the viral video and confirmed that the students directly involved would return to Italy as soon as possible. They also said the group would strengthen efforts to ensure its students respect local cultures during overseas trips, while thanking Thailand for its hospitality and asking the Thai public for forgiveness. #Thailand #Bangkok #วัยรุ่นอิตาลี
Thai Enquirer168,892 views • 3 months ago
Malaysia Pencak Silat Team Attacks Referees and Organisers After Controversial SEA Games Loss Members of the Malaysian Pencak Silat team attacked referees and organisers following a disputed quarterfinal loss to host nation Thailand at the 33rd SEA Games yesterday. Malaysian athlete Nor Farah Mazlan fought to a 60-60 stalemate against Thailand’s Jongtima Ruenthong in the women’s Class B (50–55 kg) category at Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani. Officials awarded the win to Jongtima based on a tie-breaker rule, citing that Nor Farah committed more fouls. The decision angered the Malaysian team, who argued that Nor Farah had been more proactive and effective during the match. Head coach Siti Rahmah Mohamed Nasir, along with Nor Farah and several staff members, protested the ruling. When verbal appeals failed, some team members physically assaulted referees and organisers, forcing security and police to intervene. The match was temporarily suspended before resuming, with the Thai victory upheld. The incident has sparked debate over scoring fairness in Pencak Silat, a Southeast Asian martial art combining combat and artistic movements. #Thailand #Malaysia #SEAgames #SEAgames2025 #SEAGames33 #ซีเกมส์ #ซีเกมส์2568 #ซีเกมส์ครั้งที่33 #ซีเกมส์33
Thai Enquirer507,276 views • 10 months ago
Deputy interior minister says 'This is Thailand' after alleged 'Israeli territory' remark at Phuket Chabad House Deputy Interior Minister Phonphir Suwannachawi said he responded "This is Thailand" after a Jewish man at the Patong Chabad House allegedly told officials the premises were "Israeli territory" during an inspection on July 22. The Chabad House, operated by Rabbi Sholom Dovber Glitzenstein under the Chabad of Thailand Foundation, has previously been inspected following complaints from local businesses and social media allegations linking the site to Israeli business networks. Authorities have repeatedly said the center is free to conduct religious activities but must comply with Thai law and cannot be used to facilitate illegal commercial operations. The latest inspection was part of a multi-agency crackdown on suspected nominee shareholding, illegal foreign business operations and unlicensed hotels. The Interior Ministry later expanded the investigation to 361 businesses across Phuket, including hotels, luxury villas, restaurants and tour companies suspected of concealing foreign ownership through Thai nominees or operating illegally. #Thailand #ThisIsThailand #Israel #Phuket
Thai Enquirer155,051 views • 3 months ago
Malaysia Limits Fuel Sales to Thai Vehicles as Betong Faces Petrol Rush Malaysian authorities have capped fuel sales to Thai vehicles at 35 ringgit per fill (about 290 baht) at petrol stations near the border as demand surged amid concerns over global oil supplies linked to fighting in the Middle East. The move comes as long queues formed at petrol stations in Betong district, Yala, on Sunday. Several stations reported temporary shortages, with some posting “diesel sold out” signs and others shortening operating hours to 12:00–18:00 while waiting for deliveries. Some stations also limited purchases to 1,000 baht per customer to manage demand. Lines of vehicles stretched onto nearby roads, and some residents brought large containers to store fuel for farming and transport. Fuel remains cheaper in Malaysia, where diesel sells for about 2.15 ringgit per litre (about 18 baht), while RON95 costs 1.99 ringgit (about 16 baht) and RON97 costs 3.85 ringgit (about 32 baht). Malaysian authorities say the limits are also aimed at curbing smuggling of subsidised fuel into Thailand. In Kelantan, enforcement officers have arrested 46 suspected smugglers and seized 75 modified vehicles worth about 451,500 ringgit (about 3.7 million baht) in operations since early this year. The vehicles — mostly Proton Wira and Proton Iswara sedans — had enlarged or additional fuel tanks installed in the boot or beneath rear seats to transport fuel to transit points before smuggling it across the border. Authorities are also monitoring 48 petrol stations near the Thai border in Kelantan, about half located within a 25-kilometre radius. Separately, Malaysia’s Road Transport Department warned Thai vehicles without an International Circulation Permit (ICP) found more than two kilometres from border entry points could be seized. (Video of vehicles lining up at a filling station in Betong via Kanokporn Kaewnopparat) #Thailand #Malaysia #น้ำมัน #ราคาน้ำมัน #สงครามอิหร่าน #ช่องแคบฮอร์มุซ #StraitOfHormuz
Thai Enquirer257,527 views • 7 months ago
Thai Garland Hairstyle Goes Viral Among Gen Z A Thai floral hairstyle known as malai rat klao has gone viral on TikTok, with Gen Z users and content creators turning traditional garlands into fashion accessories. The trend has drawn Thai and foreign visitors to Bangkok’s Pak Khlong Talat flower market. Garland-and-styling services cost about 70–120 baht, while one shop reports serving up to 500 customers a day on weekends. #Thailand #Bangkok #มาลัยเกล้าผม #มาลัยรัดเกล้า
Thai Enquirer42,919 views • 1 month ago
Thai PM Plays Saxophone at IMF–World Bank Reception Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul played the saxophone at a government reception for the 2026 IMF–World Bank Annual Meetings at One Bangkok Forum on Friday evening, October 16. About 3,000 guests attended, including IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and World Bank Group President Ajay Banga. The event featured Thai food, music and cultural performances. Anutin thanked delegates for their work and called for continued cooperation after the meetings. He highlighted the economic opportunities offered by Thai cuisine, cultural heritage and the wellness sector, and welcomed international partnerships. Thailand last hosted the annual meetings 35 years ago. #Thailand #Bangkok #IMFWBG #IMFWBG2026
Thai Enquirer13,532 views • 11 days ago
There was a long queue at the Thai embassy in Yangon today as Myanmar's people rushed to leave the country following the junta's announcement of compulsory military service for all young men and women. The move was announced last Saturday, ordering all men aged 18 to 35 and women aged 18 to 27 to serve at least two years under military command. This decision coincides with the Myanmar military's struggle to cope with escalating offensives by resistance forces. Meanwhile, the civilian National Unity Government has declared the junta a "terrorist group" that imposed an illegal law due to a lack of legal mandate to enforce a legitimate one, as reported by The Irrawaddy. #Thailand #Myanmar
Thai Enquirer582,075 views • 2 years ago
Heartbroken, well so is half of Thailand, but in a happy way as Thailand’s heartthrob actor Nadech marries his decade old love - Yaya After more than a decade of love, Nadech Kugimiya and Yaya Urassaya are finally tying the knot! 💍✨ The beloved Thai superstar couple, who captured hearts both on-screen and off-screen, got engaged in 2023 and are celebrating their wedding in 2026 with multiple ceremonies — including in Khon Kaen, Norway, and Bangkok. Fans who have followed their journey from drama co-stars to real-life partners are calling this a true fairytale come true. 🥹❤️ From young actors to one of Thailand’s most iconic couples, Nadech and Yaya’s love story proves that sometimes, the best romances aren’t just in dramas — they’re real. Congratulations to the beautiful couple! 🎉💐 #NadechYaya #ThaiCelebs #CelebrityWedding #LoveStory #NYเขยนอร์เวย์สะใภ้ขอนแก่น #Thailand
Thai Enquirer137,016 views • 6 months ago
