Year: 2024

  • Phuket TravelJungceylon drives ESG initiatives amidst expansion and new shoppers

    Jungceylon drives ESG initiatives amidst expansion and new shoppers

    Jungceylon Shopping Center in Patong, Phuket, has announced a business plan that focuses on creative marketing strategies to attract high-quality shoppers by launching products, services, and activities that cater to both local and international customers. This approach is underpinned by ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) frameworks. Chief Executive Officer of Jungceylon, Prawit Janyasittikul, mentioned that Jungceylon has been a staple of…

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  • Thailand NewsNew deputy House Speakers elected in Thai Parliament shake-up

    New deputy House Speakers elected in Thai Parliament shake-up

    In a dramatic power shift today, Pichet Chuamuangphan of the Pheu Thai Party has clinched the role of first deputy House Speaker, while Paradorn Prissananantakul from Bhumjaithai took the position of second deputy. Both MPs sailed through unopposed, but their appointments come amid growing political turbulence. Pichet, who was nominated by Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul, had previously served as the…

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  • Thailand NewsSiriraj Hospital to air programme for Prince Mahidol Day fundraising

    Siriraj Hospital to air programme for Prince Mahidol Day fundraising

    Siriraj Hospital is set to broadcast a special television programme this Saturday, September 14, to honour Prince Mahidol Day, which is on September 24, encouraging public donations for a noble cause. Dr Apichat Asavamongkolkul, dean of Mahidol University’s Faculty of Medicine at Siriraj Hospital, highlighted that Prince Mahidol Day commemorates the late prince’s significant contributions to medical education in Thailand.…

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  • Thailand NewsBangkok Port set for a glamorous makeover: Transport ministry

    Bangkok Port set for a glamorous makeover: Transport ministry

    Bangkok’s iconic port is about to get a dazzling transformation. The Thai Transport Ministry has unveiled plans to turn parts of the port into a buzzing entertainment complex – but there’s a catch. Officials are calling for clearer government regulations before the project can truly set sail. Speaking at a media briefing, Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri made it clear…

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  • Thailand NewsThai woman seeks justice after husband’s murder ruled accident

    Thai woman seeks justice after husband’s murder ruled accident

    A Thai woman in Chon Buri is seeking justice for her husband who she claimed was murdered last month despite the police concluding the case as a fatal accident. The 28 year old water vending machine technician, Nattaphon Chantaphum, died on August 24 following a suspicious incident on the night of August 23 when a female customer hired him to…

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  • Phuket NewsPhuket vendors demand extended hours and free parking

    Phuket vendors demand extended hours and free parking

    Vendors from Phuket City Municipality Fresh Market 2 in Phuket Town gathered at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday, September 10 to request officials to waive parking fees and extend the operating hours of the soon-to-open Go Wholesale fresh produce mall nearby. The formal request was submitted by the vendors, accompanied by members of the Kon Noom Team, to Monchai Sae-Lao, Director…

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  • Thailand NewsIllegal factory busted in Bangkok, over 30 million baht of fake drugs seized

    Illegal factory busted in Bangkok, over 30 million baht of fake drugs seized

    Officers from the Investigation Department of the Metropolitan Bureau (IDMB) recently conducted a raid on an illegal factory in the Tungkru district of Bangkok following a tip-off about the production of multiple fake drugs, including counterfeit Viagra, painkillers, and petroleum jelly. IDMB police officers, together with officials from the Ministry of Public Health, arrived at the illegal factory in Soi…

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  • Thailand NewsBangkok police arrest man with 10,000 meth pills and ammunition

    Bangkok police arrest man with 10,000 meth pills and ammunition

    Police in Sai Mai district, Bangkok, arrested a young man for dealing methamphetamine (meth), seizing a significant quantity of drugs and ammunition. The suspect confessed to distributing drugs for over eight years, starting at the age of 17. Police Major General Attapol Anusit, Commander of Metropolitan Police Division 2, along with Deputy Commander Sakdit Sitthisawat and other senior officers, successfully…

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  • Guides5 best Isaan restaurants in Bangkok

    5 best Isaan restaurants in Bangkok

    Are you craving bold Isaan flavours? Bangkok has hidden gems that deliver. Isaan food is known for its perfect spicy, sour, and savoury mix, offering a delicious glimpse into the region’s rich culture. From grilled meats to spicy salads, each dish showcases traditional flavours. Whether you love som tam, larb, or gai yang, Bangkok offers plenty of spots to savour…

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  • World NewsLondon firefighters take on 110-floor climb to honour 9/11

    London firefighters take on 110-floor climb to honour 9/11

    In a powerful tribute to the bravery of their New York counterparts, two British firefighters will tackle an extraordinary feat: climbing the equivalent of 110 floors—while wearing full fire gear. The firefighters, 35 year old Sam Hayward and 40 year old Jonathan Freeman from Bethnal Green Fire Station in East London, are set to undertake the gruelling challenge this afternoon…

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  • Road deathsArmy sergeant dies in tragic Chumphon car crash

    Army sergeant dies in tragic Chumphon car crash

    An army sergeant tragically lost his life in a car accident in Chumphon after his vehicle veered off the road, collided with another vehicle, and spun out of control. Police are investigating the incident to determine the exact cause. Police Lieutenant Colonel Samart Than-in from the Thasae Police Station received a report about the collision on Phetkasem Road heading south,…

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  • Thailand NewsCambodian woman caught begging in Bangkok with three children

    Cambodian woman caught begging in Bangkok with three children

    Immigration officials have apprehended a Cambodian woman again for begging in central Bangkok, this time with her three children. Last year, she was deported with two children for similar offences but returned, citing the generosity of Thai citizens. Police Colonel Kachapon Pathomang, the Investigation Superintendent of Immigration Division 1, and Police Lieutenant Colonel Suriya Puangsomboon, Deputy Superintendent of Investigations, along…

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  • Thailand NewsCouple in Nonthaburi finds rare Melo pearl worth 500,000 baht

    Couple in Nonthaburi finds rare Melo pearl worth 500,000 baht

    A couple in Nonthaburi, Thailand, were thrilled to discover a rare Melo pearl in a cockle shell, valued at half a million baht. The pearl, weighing 1.91 carats, was verified as genuine and came with a certification. Adisak Sidao, a 29 year old foreman, and Sawitri Sangjan, a 27 year old company employee, shared their excitement after stumbling upon this…

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  • Business NewsThai stock market leads Asia with 6% dollar gain in September

    Thai stock market leads Asia with 6% dollar gain in September

    The Thai stock market has surged to become the top performer in Asia this month, recording a 6% increase in dollar terms. Foreign investors have returned as net buyers, injecting over 20 billion baht (US$595 million) into the market, driven by a combination of domestic and international factors, according to the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET). South Korean and Chinese…

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  • Thailand NewsTourist confronts teen pickpocket in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit Soi 11 (video)

    Tourist confronts teen pickpocket in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit Soi 11 (video)

    A foreign tourist confronted a Thai teenager in Sukhumvit Soi 11 in Bangkok after catching him pickpocketing £400 (approximately 17,700 baht). The incident turned heated as the tourist demanded the return of his money, assisted by a local Thai woman. A widely shared 23-second video on the popular Facebook page เจ๊ม้อย v+ shows the intense exchange. Captured on Sukhumvit Soi…

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  • Thailand video newsThailand video news | Pattaya hit-and-run tragedy, American YouTuber crashes tuk-tuk

    Thailand video news | Pattaya hit-and-run tragedy, American YouTuber crashes tuk-tuk

      In Thailand video news, Jay covers stories from across Thailand. The news stories include a family in Pattaya is pleading for justice after a devastating hit-and-run tragedy, while a viral barber pricing list based on penis size raises eyebrows in Thailand. An American YouTuber finds himself in trouble after crashing a tuk-tuk into a temple wall, and in Phuket,…

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  • Thailand NewsOn duty Thai rescuers stabbed for false sexual assault accusation

    On duty Thai rescuers stabbed for false sexual assault accusation

    A drunk Thai man and his friend attacked and stabbed rescuers who came to help them after a motorcycle accident in the central province of Chachoengsao, following a false accusation of sexual assault. The 28 year old suspect, Thianchai, who was intoxicated, crashed his motorcycle on Sukhumvit Road in the Bang Pakong district of Chachoengsao province yesterday, September 9. The…

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  • Bangkok NewsSearch continues for individual who jumped off Rama VII Bridge

    Search continues for individual who jumped off Rama VII Bridge

    Emergency services are searching for an individual who reportedly jumped off the Rama VII Bridge into the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. Despite a thorough search, no body has been found yet. The incident was first reported at 6.26pm yesterday, September 10, by the Rama 199 Radio Centre, which received information from the Special Operations and Water Rescue Unit. The…

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  • Business NewsSoftware sector grows 12.8%, hits 215 billion baht

    Software sector grows 12.8%, hits 215 billion baht

    The software sector experienced a robust growth of 12.8% last year, reaching a valuation of 215 billion baht (US$6.4 billion), outperforming three other digital sectors. Investment in advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, cloud computing, and cybersecurity bolstered this growth, according to a joint survey by the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (Depa) and IMC Institute. The software…

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  • Thailand NewsDeputy mayor’s house in Ubon Ratchathani destroyed by fire

    Deputy mayor’s house in Ubon Ratchathani destroyed by fire

    Residents narrowly escaped a dramatic house fire, which destroyed the home of a local deputy mayor in Ubon Ratchathani. The blaze, which started in a prayer room, was only discovered after a neighbour alerted the family. Police Lieutenant Prasert Ayuwong, an investigator with the Mueang Ubon Ratchathani Police Station, reported details of the incident. The fire broke out yesterday evening…

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  • Thailand NewsBang Lamung police arrest man with 580 meth pills in Chon Buri

    Bang Lamung police arrest man with 580 meth pills in Chon Buri

    Bang Lamung police have apprehended a 26 year old Thai man in possession of over 580 methamphetamine (meth) pills. The arrest took place on Monday, September 9, in the Nong Irun area of Ban Bueng district, Chon Buri province, led by Police Colonel Navin Sinthurat, Superintendent of Bang Lamung Police Station. The suspect, Jirawat Aoworn, was found with several incriminating…

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  • Thailand NewsCall to pause new national parks amid Thap Lan land conflict

    Call to pause new national parks amid Thap Lan land conflict

    The People’s Movement for a Just Society (P-Move) has called on the Natural Resources and Environment Ministry to pause the designation of new national parks, urging that the conflicts within Thap Lan National Park be resolved by fostering a harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. Natural Resources and Environment Minister Chalermchai Sri-on, on his first day in office, announced plans…

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  • Technology NewsGrow your business with TradingPRO’s Partnership Program

    Grow your business with TradingPRO’s Partnership Program

    TradingPRO, an award-winning international broker, reinforces its status as an industry leader, providing one of the most generous and rewarding Partnership Programs in the industry. Recognised globally, the company has won the ‘Best Forex Spreads Global’ award on six consecutive occasions, a testament to its consistent excellence in the market. Established in 2017, TradingPRO invites affiliates and Introducing Brokers…

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  • Phuket NewsThai ladyboy steals motorbike key in Phuket home invasion

    Thai ladyboy steals motorbike key in Phuket home invasion

    A woman in Phuket experienced a frightening encounter when a ladyboy, apparently under the influence of drugs, entered her home uninvited and demanded the key to her motorbike. When she refused, the individual stole the key and, after a confrontation with a group of young males, fled the scene. The incident gained public attention after Facebook user Earn PhimPhattha shared…

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  • Thailand NewsTuk tuk theft: driver steals American tourist’s money and valuables

    Tuk tuk theft: driver steals American tourist’s money and valuables

    Police arrested a tuk tuk driver who stole money and belongings from an American tourist last month. The thief sped away from the scene with the victim’s possessions, worth over 40,000 baht. The American victim, James Anthony Viafore, filed a complaint at Chakkrawat Police Station on August 30, reporting that he lost all his money and belongings to the Thai…

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  • Transport NewsNew 3.5 kilometres runway at U-Tapao airport to begin construction

    New 3.5 kilometres runway at U-Tapao airport to begin construction

    U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport is set to commence construction of its second runway this year. The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) is currently seeking a loan from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) to fund the project. Italian-Thai Development (ITD) has been chosen as the contractor for the runway, according to Chula Sukmanop, secretary-general of the EEC. The project is being…

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  • Thailand NewsRed Lobster Thailand’s endless shrimp deal led to bankruptcy woes

    Red Lobster Thailand’s endless shrimp deal led to bankruptcy woes

    Red Lobster’s Ultimate Endless Shrimp promotion, offering unlimited shrimp for US$20 (around 670 baht), became a permanent menu item last year, leading to a surge in customer traffic at the chain’s nearly 700 restaurants. Diners flocked to Red Lobster, indulging in various shrimp dishes like Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, Walt’s Favorite, Garlic Shrimp Scampi, Shrimp Linguini Alfredo, and Grilled…

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  • Transport NewsThailand plans 20-baht flat fee for electric rail, 8 billion baht budget

    Thailand plans 20-baht flat fee for electric rail, 8 billion baht budget

    The Transport Ministry has announced plans to allocate an annual budget of 8 billion baht to support a 20-baht flat fee policy for all electric rail services in Bangkok. Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit stated that a dedicated team will be formed to expedite the policy’s implementation, aiming to cap the maximum fare for all electric rail services in Bangkok and…

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  • Road deathsDriver’s locked fingers cause truck crash in Nakhon Ratchasima

    Driver’s locked fingers cause truck crash in Nakhon Ratchasima

    A pickup truck driven by a man experienced a sudden case of locked fingers, causing him to lose control and crash off the road in Nakhon Ratchasima, resulting in significant vehicle damage. He was transporting old items for sale at the time of the accident. Yesterday evening, a silver pickup truck with Nakhon Ratchasima registration lost control and veered off…

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  • Pattaya NewsThief steals aluminium ladder in second Pattaya apartment heist

    Thief steals aluminium ladder in second Pattaya apartment heist

    A thief has struck again at an apartment in Pattaya, stealing an aluminium ladder in what marks the second incident at the location this year. The theft occurred yesterday, and the victim, 26 year old Pimnapa Yamsantia, provided CCTV footage to local news reporters to aid in identifying the culprit. The footage shows a man, estimated to be between 30…

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  • Thailand NewsThailand’s 400-baht wage hike alarms small hotel owners

    Thailand’s 400-baht wage hike alarms small hotel owners

    Hoteliers in Thailand express concern that raising the daily minimum wage to 400 baht exclusively for large employers could disrupt the job market in the hotel sector. This pay disparity may attract workers to larger hotels, leaving smaller establishments struggling to retain staff. With Thailand’s tourism industry yet to fully rebound, industry leaders urge the government to focus on reducing…

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  • Thailand NewsRed Bull heir hit-and-run trial set to last seven months

    Red Bull heir hit-and-run trial set to last seven months

    The trial concerning the alleged mishandling of the 2012 fatal hit-and-run case involving Red Bull heir Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya has been set for a seven-month duration by the Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases. Eight defendants, including former national police chief Police General Somyot Poompanmoung and former deputy attorney-general Nate Naksuk, appeared in court yesterday to enter not guilty…

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  • Thailand NewsRakesh Saxena to be deported to India after Thai prison release

    Rakesh Saxena to be deported to India after Thai prison release

    Rakesh Saxena, the central figure in the collapse of Bangkok Bank of Commerce (BBC), has been detained by police following his release from prison and will be deported to India. The collapse of the bank in 1995, due to the mismanagement of large undercollateralized loans, marked the beginning of the Asian financial crisis known as the Tom Yam Kung crisis.…

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  • Thailand NewsPM Paetongtarn faces ethics probe over mini-heart gesture

    PM Paetongtarn faces ethics probe over mini-heart gesture

    Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra faces a new accusation by serial petitioner Ruangkrai Leekitwattana, who claims she committed a serious offence by making a mini-heart gesture while in her civil service dress uniform. Ruangkrai, known for seeking the dissolution of the Pheu Thai Party for alleged domination by Paetongtarn’s father Thaksin, has focused his efforts on the ethics section of…

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  • Crime NewsIntoxicated man attacks hospital guard with knife in Chaiyaphum

    Intoxicated man attacks hospital guard with knife in Chaiyaphum

    A middle-aged man, angry and intoxicated, attacked a security guard at Phu Khiao Chaloem Phra Kiat Hospital in Chaiyaphum, leading to a dramatic confrontation involving a knife. Police quickly apprehended the suspect and charged him with multiple offences. The incident occurred at the hospital’s exit, where a man in an orange shirt and jeans engaged in a heated argument with…

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  • Thailand NewsThamanat Prompow sues for defamation over ministry interference

    Thamanat Prompow sues for defamation over ministry interference

    Former Agriculture Minister Thamanat Prompow is suing three public figures for defamation, accusing them of alleging his interference in his successor’s duties. Thamanat has engaged lawyer Thanadon Suwannarit to file these defamation lawsuits against legal scholar Jade Donavanik, former Bangkok MP Boonyod Sukthinthai, and Thai Pakdee Party leader Warong Dechgitvigrom. The complaints were lodged with the Nang Loeng police in…

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  • Travel GuidesBest hostels to stay in Bangkok for 2024

    Best hostels to stay in Bangkok for 2024

    Staying at a hostel is definitely a good option for both socialising and your pocketbook. No matter what’s on your itinerary for Bangkok, budget travellers or those who just want to save a bit of money will find the hostel scene is quite impressive. Bangkok offers hip and trendy hostels that are almost like hotels, as the amenities offered take…

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