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Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Yahoo
Hat Yai residents complain about Malaysian-registered cars street racing near night market; Thai police launch probe
HAT YAI, May 17 — Residents in Hat Yai have lodged complaints over a group of modified cars with Malaysian licence plates that were seen racing and causing loud disturbances near Greenway Night Market early this morning. Khaosod English reported that six cars were spotted shortly before 1.30am driving in circles three times and blocking one side of Kanchanawanit Road. Thai police said they are working to identify the vehicles involved. They believe the cars belong to Malaysian tourists. Authorities have pledged to take steps to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.
Malay Mail
18-05-2025
- Malay Mail
Malaysian tourists fined and deported for illegal street racing in Hat Yai
KOTA BHARU, May 19 — A group of 10 Malaysians has been fined by Thai authorities for their involvement in illegal street racing in Hat Yai last Friday, following complaints from local residents, Berita Harian reported. According to Deputy Chief of Thailand's Tourist Police (Region Seven), Lieutenant Colonel Sakarin Anusaman Sakul, the group—aged between 21 and 25—was apprehended after police received reports of loud noise and traffic disruptions near the Greenway Night Market. 'Residents informed police that they had observed several Malaysian-registered cars racing around Hat Yai. With the assistance of CCTV footage, Kho Hong police, along with traffic and tourist police, identified the vehicles and detained the individuals at around 11 am (Thai time) yesterday,' Sakarin was quoted as saying by Berita Harian. The group, comprising both men and women, was fined under Thailand's traffic laws. Their six vehicles, including high-end models like the Honda Civic Type R and a Mercedes-Benz, were also confiscated. The individuals face four charges: obstructing traffic, reckless driving, illegal vehicle modifications, and non-compliance with mandatory vehicle equipment requirements. As an expression of remorse, the group performed the traditional Thai 'wai' gesture to apologise for their actions, promising not to repeat the offence. They were subsequently ordered to return to Malaysia immediately. Lieutenant Colonel Sakarin reminded all foreign drivers, including Malaysians, to strictly adhere to Thailand's traffic regulations and urged Thai tour operators to clearly brief visitors on local laws before entering the country, according to the Malay daily. It is understood that the Malaysians had entered Hat Yai on May 16 for a weekend trip using six sedan cars. Hat Yai, a bustling city near the Malaysia-Thailand border, is a popular destination for Malaysian tourists, with nearly half of them entering through the Sadao Border Checkpoint annually.
Malay Mail
17-05-2025
- Malay Mail
Hat Yai residents complain about Malaysian-registered cars street racing near night market; Thai police launch probe
HAT YAI, May 17 — Residents in Hat Yai have lodged complaints over a group of modified cars with Malaysian licence plates that were seen racing and causing loud disturbances near Greenway Night Market early this morning. Khaosod English reported that six cars were spotted shortly before 1.30am driving in circles three times and blocking one side of Kanchanawanit Road. Thai police said they are working to identify the vehicles involved. They believe the cars belong to Malaysian tourists. Authorities have pledged to take steps to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.
South China Morning Post
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
The hottest new openings in Hong Kong, March 9-16
Yue Hing Yue Hing's signature corned beef and egg sandwich with peanut butter. Photo: Alexander Mak Forced to close in 2021 due to the passing of its owner, one of Hong Kong's most famous dai pai dong has just reopened for service. Yue Hing is best known for its fragrant milk tea and signature sandwiches stuffed with corned beef, luncheon meat, scrambled egg and peanut butter. Expect to queue for up to three hours to get a bite. You've been warned. Advertisement 82 Stanley Street, Central Yaowarat Yaowarat draws inspiration from Bangkok's Chinatown. Photo: Handout Central welcomes a buzzy Thai eatery with the opening of Yaowarat on Hollywood Road. Inspired by the renowned food street in Bangkok's Chinatown, the menu features dishes such as beef skewers and whole shrimp cake, as well as a selection of southern Thai specialities including Hat Yai fried chicken. Wash it all down with one of Yaowarat's Thai-inspired cocktails. Shop C, G/F, CentreStage, 108 Hollywood Road, Central Banh Mi Nem A cold-cut banh mi at Banh Mi Nem. Photo: Handout Attracting long queues soon after its Wan Chai opening last April, Banh Mi Nem has now expanded to a second location, in Central. The same viral banh mi are on offer here, loaded with pâté, cold cuts and pork floss flown in daily from Vietnam, sandwiched between a light and crispy baguette. Arrive early to snag one before they run out.
