Month: March 2024
- Thailand News
Pakistani man arrested for posting nude pictures of Thai ex-wife
Immigration Bureau officers arrested a Pakistani man for posting nude pictures of his Thai ex-wife on social media platforms. The immigration police reported the successful crackdowns on illegal foreigners in Thailand at a press conference yesterday, February 29. One of the cases was the arrest of a Pakistani man, 32 year old Shabas (alias), at a rented room in the…
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Accept or reject cookies? How to safeguard your online privacy
Navigating the digital world often means making decisions about your online privacy, and one common crossroad involves website cookies. You’ve likely encountered those pop-up messages asking if you accept cookies, but have you ever paused to consider what the best choice is? Accepting or rejecting cookies isn’t just a matter of clicking ‘yes’ or ‘no’; it’s about understanding the implications…
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Chem-mess: Essex man and Thai girlfriend nabbed for flat folly
An Essex man and his Thai girlfriend have been arrested for running a nefarious chemsex operation from her West London flat. The 29 year old toy boy, Kane Duncan, hailing from Bracken Close, Loughton, found himself behind bars alongside his partner-in-crime, 42 year old Jurairat Suttabut, following revelations of their sordid dealings unveiled at Southwark Crown Court last Friday, February 23.…
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Thai govt’s plan to transform southern provinces into tourist hub
The Thai government has committed to transforming the country’s three southernmost provinces into global tourist attractions and increasing investment in this region. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin gave this assurance during a three-day visit to Narathiwat, Pattani, and Yala which concluded yesterday. According to the 62 year old Thai prime minister, the southernmost provinces possess the potential to rise as the…
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British man completes 2,100km charity run for Thai children
A British man triumphantly completed his charity run designed to raise funds for orphanages and underprivileged children in Thailand. He achieved this by running from the northernmost to the southernmost district of the country. The Englishman, Chris Russell, launched his charity project, Run Thailand 2,100 KM, in January this year in a bid to donate money to Thai orphanages and…
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Thailand PM unveils plan to become global cargo distribution hub
Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin envisions the country as a regional aviation centre and one of the world’s top five cargo distribution hubs. During a live broadcast scheduled for Friday at 9.30am, the premier will elaborate on this ambitious plan on the government’s NBT television channel and various online and social media platforms. The news of this upcoming discourse was…
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Bank of Thailand to accept virtual banking licences applications
This month, the Bank of Thailand is set to welcome applications for virtual banking licences, a move that has piqued the interest of numerous business operators. The finance ministry is currently in possession of a draft outlining the regulations for virtual banking, which is due to be made public in the Royal Gazette. Suwannee Jatsadasak, a 42 year old assistant…
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Weakening Thai baht forecast due to economic cost factors
Analysts predict a decline in the value of the Thai baht, the nation’s currency, attributed to various factors such as sluggish economic growth, elevated freight expenses, and discord regarding reductions in interest rates. It is anticipated that the baht will fluctuate within the range of 36 to 36.50 against the US dollar throughout this month. On Wednesday, the baht recorded…
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Energy Absolute CEO runs for top spot in FTI
The race for the top position at the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has heated up, as vice-chairman Somphote Ahunai, also the CEO of Energy Absolute, a company specialising in renewable energy and electric vehicles, has thrown his hat into the ring. The FTI, a significant body in Thailand, boasts a membership of over 15,000 nationwide. The current chairman, Kriengkrai…
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Manufacturing production index dips in Thailand amid economic challenges
The Office of Industrial Economics (OIE) has reported a 2.94% year-on-year dip in the Manufacturing Production Index (MPI), falling to 99.2 points in January. This downturn is largely attributed to a range of economic challenges, most notably the highest level of car seizures in half a decade. The domestic automotive industry’s stagnation was a significant contributor to January’s MPI decline,…
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Thai govt to use One Map system for land disputes resolution
Sutin Klungsang, the Defence Minister, stated that the Thai government will employ the One Map system, developed by the Royal Thai Survey Department, to resolve ongoing land ownership disputes nationwide, including a contentious issue in Khao Yai National Park. Sutin, who is also the chair of the One Map preparation committee, made it clear that any disagreements about the map’s…
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Phachi chemical warehouse fire triggers emergency evacuation
A chemical warehouse fire in Phachi, Ayutthaya, prompted a swift evacuation as toxic fumes spread. Yesterday, February 29, at around 10.30pm, a blaze broke out in a warehouse illegally storing chemicals, necessitating an urgent response from fire services due to ongoing explosions and noxious odours. The Phachi Municipality Facebook page advised residents within a 5-kilometre radius to evacuate immediately, wear…
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Ayutthaya meth bust nets 10 million pills worth 500 million baht
A major drug bust involving 10 million methamphetamine pills, valued at 500 million baht (US$13.9 million), was thwarted by authorities in Ayutthaya province. The capture was made possible after a meticulous tracking operation, leading to the arrest of two suspects who attempted to disguise the illicit cargo amidst vegetables on a six-wheeled truck. Late yesterday night, at around 11pm, law…
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Boxing camp owner arrested for assaulting young female boxers
Police arrested a 54 year old boxing camp owner for allegedly using a firearm to intimidate and sexually assault two 12 year old female boxers at his facility. The arrest followed the mother of one of the victims reporting the incident, which led to the shutdown of the camp and the suspect fleeing to Bangkok to hide. Despite his attempt…
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