Year: 2023
- Crime News
Junkie son beats up ex Thai boxer father in Bangkok
The junkie son of a former Thai boxer beat his father senseless but he has forgiven him despite a trip to the local Bangkok cop shop. The father wants to help the son beat his addiction rather than see him beat up others and get thrown in jail. The former Thai boxer Ratanapol “Sor” Vorapin, also known as Rambo, reached…
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Famous Thailand footballer jilted bride-to-be at altar, she files police complaint
A famous Thailand footballer jilted his bride-to-be at the altar and defrauded her family according to claims by the man’s fiancé. The jilted bride from Buriram filed a complaint with the police alleging that the man is a star from a well-known Surin football club, he swindled her family out of hundreds of thousands of baht and failed to show…
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The Only Swiss & German International School in Thailand | RIS Swiss Section
https://youtu.be/IezBZWJcSIQ RIS Swiss Section Bangkok has been providing top-quality education to students from all over the world for over 60 years. The school is known for its strong academic program, nurturing environment, and commitment to developing well-rounded students. The school offers the bilingual Swiss maturity, which is a challenging and highly reputable high school qualification that opens doors to universities…
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Irishman suffers life-threatening injuries in motorcycle accident in Thailand
A young Irishman is the latest in a long line of victims injured in a motorcycle accident in Thailand without having any cover or insurance. How many more need to suffer fatalities or life-threatening injuries before they learn to drive properly or get insured? Michael John Miller, from Knock in Mayo, is the latest man to suffer life-threatening injuries following…
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Philippines governor shot dead (video)
The governor of Negros Oriental province in the central Philippines and five others were fatally shot by unidentified gunmen in the early hours of this morning. The incident marks the latest in a series of attacks against local officials. Six suspects carrying rifles and dressed in military-like uniforms entered Governor Roel Degamo’s residence in Pamplona town at about 9.36am and…
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Bangkok police building razed to the ground by fierce blaze
A Bangkok police building that stored thousands of official state documents was razed to the ground by a fierce blaze in the early hours of this morning. About 50 firefighters dashed to the Fifth Division of the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) on Sathorn Road to tackle the fire. Fortunately, there were no casualties because of the blaze. According to reports from…
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Drunk Thais claim knife-point robbery was self-defence
Police charged three drunk Thai men with robbery after they brandished a large knife and gun in an attempt to rob a foreign tourist in the Khao San area of Bangkok. The robbery attempt took place outside the Tang Hua Seng department store in Banglamphu. The victim was a Romanian tourist. The three are currently being held at Nang Loeng Police Station…
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Hong Kong publisher behind President Xi book released from prison after 10 years
A controversial Hong Kong-based publisher and writer has been released from prison after serving a 10-year sentence in a south China prison. He was released on Sunday, February 26. Yao Wentian was arrested in October 2013 while preparing to release an unauthorized biography of Chinese leader Xi Jinping, reported KaoSod. The 83 year old publisher was repeatedly denied appeals for…
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Fuel storage depot fire in Jakarta kills 17, injures dozens
A fire that broke out at a state-run fuel storage depot in the Indonesian capital of Jakarta yesterday has claimed at least 17 lives and injured dozens of others. The blaze, which started after 8pm local time, was brought under control several hours after it began. While the cause of the fire is yet to be determined, army chief of…
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Committee proposes law legalizing prostitution over 20
Great news for punters, a committee drafting a new law governing prostitution has agreed that voluntary sexual service without criminal penalties should be allowed from the age of 20. Jintana Chanbamroong, head of the Department of Women’s Affairs and Family Development at the Social Development and Human Security Ministry, chaired the committee drafting the new law. The new law is a…
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Dough-n’t do it! Thailand’s Department of Health says Pa Thong Ko is unhealthy
The Department of Health in Thailand issued a dough-n’t do it warning to the public, urging them to stop consuming the popular breakfast combination of Pa Thong Ko fried dough with Thai iced tea. Pa Thong Ko is commonly paired with sweetened condensed milk and coffee, making it a popular and flavourful breakfast option for many Thais but – it is…
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4 guides arrested leading Chinese tour group without ID
Police have been cracking down on illegal tour groups and guides, recently arresting a Russian man mid-tour. Now four Thai female tour guides have been arrested around Bangkok while leading Chinese tour groups. The guides turned out to be licensed, but they did not have the proper documentation. The arrests took place in the tourist area of Tha Rua, Tha…
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Thailand still pushing its unattractive LTR 10-year visa
The Government of Thailand is once again, making unsubstantiated claims regarding its 10-year, multiple entry Long Term Residence (LTR) visa programme. The government still reckons the LTR programme will attract one million foreigners over five years and act as a catalyst to boost the nation’s tourism and promote economic growth in Thailand. According to the VN Express yesterday, the secretary…
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Hacker to Cybersecurity CEO ft. Gregory Pickett | Thaiger Podcast Ep.26
https://youtu.be/OU0pB7RWUAs Are we being tracked by our phones, is our phone listening to us? how easy is it for someone to hack my computer or rob my e-bank? Gregory Pickett. Cyber security specialist and the head of cybersecurity operations at Hellfire Security. Gregory specialises in protecting fortune 100 companies from cyber crime and providing intrusion analysis that Provides these multimillion…
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Charges filed against Thai factory used by Tesco
After catching heat for what critics considered a half-assed investigation, Thai police have now filed criminal charges against a factory used by Tesco. VK Garment Factory, a clothing factory in Mae Sot used to produce F&F clothes has been charged over its treatment of workers. The charges for fraud claim that the factory used workers’ bank cards illegally, withheld immigration…
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WHO makes Covid-19 pandemic plea
The World Health Organisation (WHO) made a plea to those who know about the origins of the pandemic to come clean so they can conclude their report after the debate turned into a geopolitical football that continues to be kicked around. The WHO made the plea on the back of new accusations by FBI Director Christopher Wray who stated that…
Read More » - International Education
5 British schools in Thailand for your child’s successful future
If you’re a parent, you know the importance of providing your child with a top-notch education. And if you’re looking for the best British schools in Thailand, look no further! Here are five of the best international schools in Bangkok and other major cities around Thailand that will give your child the education they deserve. Rugby School Thailand Address: 7,…
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Discover world-class travel experience and irresistible deals from luxury hotels across Thailand at “Siam Paragon World Class Vacation Fair”
PRESS RELEASE Siam Paragon, reinforcing its positioning as a ‘World Class Destination,’ is joining forces with luxury hotels and resorts across Thailand to host the “Siam Paragon World Class Vacation Fair,” a travel fair dedicated to world-class travel experiences. On offer are the best deals and exclusive offers from luxury hotels, boutique resorts and leading wellness destinations, featuring a wide selection…
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Lost slow loris returned to forest in Prachuap Khiri Khan
The Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park authorities in the western province of Prachuap Khiri Khan returned a lost slow loris to the forest after it wandered into a residential area today in search of food. The resident who discovered the animal, Weera Rairueng, told reporters that he heard an unfamiliar animal sound coming from a banana plantation behind his house…
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Thai Airways profits nearly tripled in last year’s final quarter | Thailand News Today
Thailand is making headlines in the news for a variety of reasons. Thailand‘s national carrier, Thai Airways, saw a dramatic increase in profits in the last quarter of the year, nearly tripling their profits. This is great news for the country, as it is a sign of economic growth and stability. In addition, Thailand has strengthened its tourism ties with…
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3 new airlines of Thailand to be launched next year
Thailand is set to welcome three new airlines, P80 AIR, Really Cool Air, and Landarch Airline, this year. The ultra-low-cost airline from Malaysia, MYAirline, is also preparing a new route to the Land of Smiles. DailyNews reported today that the three new airlines have applied for operational licenses with the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) and the approval process is…
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Officials raid counterfeit brand name shirt factory in Phuket
Officials raided a counterfeit brand name shirt factory in Phuket‘s Kathu district yesterday. The team of officials from the Intellectual Property Department said they found machines and equipment used for shirt production at a house in a housing district near Kathu Waterfall. The officials also raided two nearby houses where they found thousands of counterfeit brand name shirts, The Phuket…
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Thailand scoops democracy award for 2022, seriously
Thailand, the land of military coups, and political repression, and governed under a military dictatorship, has been crowned the most improved democracy in a recent poll. Who’d have thought? According to the Democracy Index, compiled by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), Thailand has made significant strides in democratic health, jumping from 72nd to 55th place in just one year. And…
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March Madness: Thailand prepares for a month of festivals and events
Thailand is preparing for a busy month of festivals and events in March, with the return of many annual celebrations that were put on pause during the pandemic. March is a particularly important month in Thailand as it includes the important Buddhist festival of Makha Bucha Day. This holiday falls on the full moon day of the third lunar month…
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Bangkok taxi driver flees hit-and-run, later stabs victim’s friend
A taxi driver involved in a hit-and-run incident at Soi Phahonyothin 52 in Bangkok on Wednesday also stabbed a man before fleeing the scene. However, guilt finally got the better of the driver and he surrendered himself to the police yesterday. The victim stabbed by a taxi driver is a man called Ra. He had surgery after the knife attack…
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Get ready for delicious seafood at festival in Cha-am, Thailand
Get ready for a week filled with mouth-watering seafood, live music, and lots of fun activities as Thailand’s oceanside city of Cha-am prepares to host its annual seafood festival. From March 11 to 18, visitors can enjoy a range of delicious locally caught seafood at the event. The festival will be held from the viewpoint of the Cha-am beachfront. Whether…
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Fly high with these amazing condos near Bangkok’s Airport Rail Link
Living near the airport might not seem like the most glamorous idea, but it could be the key to unlocking ultimate travel convenience. If you’re a frequent flier, the thought of a short journey to the airport and avoiding Bangkok’s notorious traffic is probably music to your ears. And with the Airport Link offering a quick and affordable connection between…
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Thai woman hangs panties out in protest over luxury housing project
A Thai woman got her knickers in a twist after builders flooded her land with toxic wastewater in Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok. It made her so angry she hung her panties out in protest. A video was posted on the Thai TikTok account, @songthaow, showing over 30 pairs of panties and shoes hung over electric cables. The caption said……
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Indian and Russian busted without permits at Phuket Airport
Immigration officers this week busted an Indian man and a Russian man, who entered and stayed in Thailand without permits, at Phuket International Airport. Phuket Immigration Checkpoint reported on Facebook that both men were arrested on the same day, February 28. The page said that officers arrested the Indian man, 28 year old Chaudhary Shubham, at the immigration checkpoint in…
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Thai govt launches mouth-watering e-guidebook for foreign foodies
Hold on to your buckled belts foodies, because the Thai government has just cooked up something delicious – a mouth-watering e-guidebook aimed at promoting gastronomy tourism for Muslim and foreign visitors alike. The guidebook is so good, it’ll have travellers licking their lips in no time! So, whether you’re foodies seeking new culinary adventures or a traveller looking to spice…
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Regents International School Pattaya students reach peak of Mt Kilimanjaro
It was a moment of joy, pride, and accomplishment for the Kili ’23 Expedition Team as they reached the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro on March 1st, 2023. After six days of arduous hiking and scrambling, the team of eleven students from Regents International School Pattaya and their leader, Mr Fabia, successfully made it to the top of the highest freestanding…
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Thai Airways profits nearly tripled in last year’s final quarter
Thai Airways International (THAI) had a strong financial performance in the final quarter of 2022, reflecting the gradual recovery of Thailand’s tourism industry. According to the national flag carrier’s annual financial statement filed with the Thai Stock Exchange on February 24, the net income for the fourth quarter of 2022 surged to 11.15 billion baht, almost triple the 4 billion…
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3 Thai transwomen attacked by group of taxi drivers near Soi Cowboy
Three Thai transwomen reported they were attacked by a gang of taxi drivers near the popular nightlife spot, Soi Cowboy, in Bangkok at 4am on Tuesday, February 28. The victims also claimed that Thong Lor Police ignored their pleas for justice because they were transgender. One of the victims, 24 year old Watchaya, spoke to the media about the incident…
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Aussie man apprehended in Phuket after taking erratic joy ride in stolen car
Thai police apprehended an Aussie man after he was found to have stolen a car at the Phuket International Airport and proceeded to take an erratic joy ride. The man reportedly stole the car at the airport’s car park, hit a parked vehicle and fled the scene. He then ran through two police checkpoints before he was apprehended. According to…
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Thai woman caught performing oral sex on foreign man in Pattaya (video)
Pattaya has once again gained notoriety for its reputation as a “Sin City” after a video went viral of a Thai woman performing oral sex on a foreign man near the Pattaya Music Festival location. The Pattaya Online News Facebook page reported today that a witness sent a two-minute video to Thai media yesterday. In the video, a woman wearing…
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Hit-and-run crash kills Move Forward candidate in northern Thailand
A hit-and-run crash killed a Move Forward candidate in northern Thailand, who was expected to seek a constituency seat in Phrae province. The prospective candidate, Tiranon ‘Lawyer Ken’ Wiantham, was hit by a speeding truck in the province after campaigning on Sunday, February 26, according to witnesses. He died from his injuries yesterday morning. Tiranon was a volunteer lawyer known…
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Leading Thai health expert calls for govt to reform healthcare system
One of Thailand’s leading health experts reckons the government needs to reform the kingdom’s healthcare system. Assoc. Prof. Chanchai Sittipunt, dean of Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Medicine, suggested at a recent seminar on Health and Wellness Sustainability that the government must shift toward people-centred health services, adding that it needs to cater to the expectations of the population. He identified…
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