Year: 2024

  • Thailand NewsKhon Kaen shop owner scammed into buying water instead of beer

    Khon Kaen shop owner scammed into buying water instead of beer

    A grocery shop owner in Khon Kaen was deceived into buying a crate of what she thought was beer for 500 baht, only to find it filled with bottles of plain water. She shared a video online to warn other shop owners of the scam. The incident took place yesterday, August 4, at around 7pm. The owner, 64 year old…

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  • Pattaya NewsFive teens arrested after violent Pattaya Beach birthday clash

    Five teens arrested after violent Pattaya Beach birthday clash

    Five teenagers from Thailand were arrested after attacking a group of teens who travelled from another province to celebrate a birthday in Pattaya. The incident escalated into the violence on Pattaya Beach, resulting in many injuries. The Superintendent of Pattaya Police Station, Police Colonel Nawin Thirawit, yesterday, August 4, around 9.30pm, led officers in the apprehension of the five suspects.…

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  • Bangkok NewsThai woman loses 50,000 baht to boyfriend after 2 days of dating

    Thai woman loses 50,000 baht to boyfriend after 2 days of dating

    A Thai woman in Bangkok lost 50,000 baht in cash to her boyfriend after only two days of dating and not even knowing his full name. The 18 year old victim, Warissara, filed a complaint with Hua Mark Police Station at 3.20am on Saturday, August 3, after 50,000 baht in cash went missing from her room on the first floor…

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  • Thailand NewsSnake vs. gecko battle: ‘Room’ for drama outside the bedroom

    Snake vs. gecko battle: ‘Room’ for drama outside the bedroom

    A rare and dramatic encounter between a green snake and a gecko took place right outside a bedroom, leaving a man in shock and unable to leave his room. This unusual event was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media. Chanchai Choysanoi shared a clip on Facebook, showing the intense battle between the green snake and the…

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  • Thailand NewsThai police ‘shuttle’ of support for Olympic badminton gold

    Thai police ‘shuttle’ of support for Olympic badminton gold

    The Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police (RTP) Torsak Sukvimol led police officers across Thailand to rally behind Police Corporal Kunlavut “View” Vitidsarnl, who is vying for the gold medal in men’s singles badminton at the 2024 Paris Olympics. They are ready to offer benefits to officers representing the country in international sports. National Police Chief Torsak Sukvimol, alongside police…

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  • Thailand NewsAmerican teacher’s Apple of discord: Thai backlash over ad critique

    American teacher’s Apple of discord: Thai backlash over ad critique

    Drama unexpectedly unfolded for an American teacher and TikToker in Thailand, who criticised a controversial Apple advertisement. He faced criticism for not being a Thai national and was accused of being disingenuous, and only posted the video to solicit attention and engagement on social media. The renowned American influencer, David William, released a video of himself criticising Apple’s advertisement, The…

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  • Phuket NewsPhuket motorists disrupted by Heroines Underpass pole relocation

    Phuket motorists disrupted by Heroines Underpass pole relocation

    Motorists in Phuket should prepare for further disruptions at the Heroines Monument as Thalang Traffic Police continue the relocation of power poles along Thepkrasattri Road. This work is part of the preparations for constructing the Heroines Underpass. The initial phase of this relocation project, which started last Wednesday, July 31, has been completed. Yesterday, August 4, Thalang Traffic Police announced…

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  • Thailand NewsMotorcycle runs red light in Khon Kaen, fatal crash ensues

    Motorcycle runs red light in Khon Kaen, fatal crash ensues

    A tragic accident occurred at a busy intersection in Khon Kaen, where a motorcycle ran a red light and was struck by a taxi, resulting in one fatality and serious injuries to the pillion rider. The incident was captured on CCTV. At 10am today, August 5, footage from a CCTV camera installed at the Pratu Mueang intersection in Khon Kaen…

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  • Thailand NewsThailand unveils new visa rules, sparks mixed reactions

    Thailand unveils new visa rules, sparks mixed reactions

    Thailand’s major overhaul of visas and entry rules has sparked a variety of reactions, ranging from joy and excitement to confusion and some resentment. To clarify the new rules, the Deputy Director-General of the Department of Consular Affairs at Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Naruchai Ninnad, addressed readers’ questions in the Bangkok Post’s Deeper Dive vodcast. The standout change is…

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  • Thailand NewsTragedy near Khao Yai: ‘Shot’ in the dark leads to murder probe

    Tragedy near Khao Yai: ‘Shot’ in the dark leads to murder probe

    A Thai woman was found dead with a gunshot wound to her head near Khao Yai, sparking a police investigation into potential murder. The incident occurred yesterday, August 4, with local authorities receiving a report about the body discovered in a wooded area off Thanarat Road. Police identified the victim as 34 year old Netnapa Kransut, from Mueang district, Nakhon…

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  • Pattaya NewsPattaya cops make a ‘clean sweep’ of ex-Dutch soldier’s drug stash

    Pattaya cops make a ‘clean sweep’ of ex-Dutch soldier’s drug stash

    Pattaya police last night arrested a former Dutch soldier for illegal drug possession after raiding his condominium room. The 63 year old Simon Leonardus Petrus Sjerps was found with crystal methamphetamine and equipment allegedly used for producing date-rape drugs. The raid, led by Police Colonel Nawin Thirawit, Superintendent of the Pattaya Police Station, took place yesterday, August 4, at 5.36pm.…

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  • Thailand Weather UpdatesMonsoon mayhem: 32 provinces in for a ‘downpour’ of trouble

    Monsoon mayhem: 32 provinces in for a ‘downpour’ of trouble

    Heavy monsoon rains are expected to affect 32 provinces today, including Bangkok, with 70% of the area experiencing substantial rainfall. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued warnings for potential flash floods and landslides. Thailand is set to experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in the next 24 hours, with significant downpours anticipated in the northern, northeastern, central, eastern, and southern…

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  • Thailand NewsNakhon Nayok hit by sudden flooding after dam water release

    Nakhon Nayok hit by sudden flooding after dam water release

    Nakhon Nayok experienced sudden flooding early today as Khun Dan Prakarnchon Dam began releasing water without prior notice. Flooding inundated several areas along the Nakhon Nayok River in Mueang district, today, August 5. Media outlets showcased the rising waters at resorts near the dam and along the riverbanks. Volunteers from the Ruam Katanyu Foundation’s Nakhon Nayok branch reported receiving calls…

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  • Bangkok NewsHomeless man makes himself comfy in Bangkok cop’s condo

    Homeless man makes himself comfy in Bangkok cop’s condo

    The Investigation Division of the Metropolitan Police Bureau (IDMB) arrested a homeless Thai man for breaking into an IDMB police inspector’s Bangkok condominium room several times. The IDMB police inspector suspected his condo had been broken into on June 27 when he arrived home and found some items out of place. He checked thoroughly and discovered some of his belongings…

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  • Thailand NewsNeighbour dispute in Bueng Kan ends in tragic double fatality

    Neighbour dispute in Bueng Kan ends in tragic double fatality

    A dispute between neighbours in Bueng Kan province ended in a tragic double fatality. A man shot his neighbour dead before turning the gun on himself despite attempts by witnesses to calm him down. Police and emergency units arrived at the scene yesterday, August 4, following a call reporting a shooting incident. The altercation took place in Ban Klang, Moo…

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  • Thailand NewsLamphun University student arrested for child exploitation scheme

    Lamphun University student arrested for child exploitation scheme

    Royal Thai Police (RTA) arrested a third-year university student from Lamphun for luring underage girls into sexual acts and recording the encounters to sell online. Shockingly, one of the victims was only 12 years old, and the clientele included monks, government officials, students, and other university attendees. The arrest took place yesterday, August 4, with Police Lieutenant General Prachuap Wongsoog,…

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  • Business NewsThailand energy plan: ‘Current’ contracts for a brighter future

    Thailand energy plan: ‘Current’ contracts for a brighter future

    The Government of Thailand is poised to approve a plan involving the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) and Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) to manage energy conservation projects in state agencies under long-term contracts. This initiative aims to accelerate energy-saving efforts within the state sector, according to the Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency. The impending approval will bolster campaigns across…

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  • Thailand NewsViral image of naked Thai conscripts in rain sparks investigation

    Viral image of naked Thai conscripts in rain sparks investigation

    The Minister of Defence ordered an investigation into the punishment of conscripts at a Royal Thai Army (RTA) base in the northern province of Chiang Mai, following a viral image on Thai social media showing ten naked conscripts standing in the rain. A Thai woman sought help from the non-profit organisation Saimai Survive after her older brother and other conscripts…

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  • Thailand NewsThai publishing ‘chapter’ of decline amid spending woes

    Thai publishing ‘chapter’ of decline amid spending woes

    The Thai publishing market faces a predicted decline this year due to economic challenges affecting consumer spending, according to the Publishers and Booksellers Association of Thailand (PUBAT). However, booksellers remain optimistic, identifying potential growth in niche markets. Nattakorn Vuttichaipornkul, Vice-President of Internal Affairs at PUBAT, reported a modest decrease in book sales during the first half of the year. “The…

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  • Pattaya NewsChon Buri launches Nong Phlap festival to boost cultural tourism

    Chon Buri launches Nong Phlap festival to boost cultural tourism

    Chon Buri province has launched the Scent of the Earth, Local Way of Nong Phlap festival to boost cultural tourism. The festival kicked off today at Wat Velluwanaram in Nong Phlap Village, Takian Tia sub-district, Banglamung district, with the Deputy Governor of Chon Buri, Prachaya Unpechwarakorn, presiding over the opening ceremony. The Chon Buri Provincial Cultural Office is behind this…

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  • Thailand video newsThailand Video News | The Ceiling at Chiang Mai Airport Collapsed, Thailand Moves Closer to Legalising Casinos to Boost Tourism

    Thailand Video News | The Ceiling at Chiang Mai Airport Collapsed, Thailand Moves Closer to Legalising Casinos to Boost Tourism

    In Thailand video news today, Alex delves into the various stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia countries. The stories include Thailand making significant strides towards legalising casinos in an effort to boost tourism, while tragedy strikes as the ceiling at Chiang Mai Airport collapses, injuring several children. In Bangkok, an unlicensed beauty doctor is apprehended during a hotel raid,…

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  • Thailand NewsThailand’s labour woes: A ‘lawsuit’ of unexpected disputes

    Thailand’s labour woes: A ‘lawsuit’ of unexpected disputes

    Labour disputes in Thailand have surged, contrary to the country’s generally non-litigious reputation. According to the Thai Office of the Judiciary’s Annual Statistical Report, more than 10,000 labour dispute cases have been recorded annually over the past five years. Employers in Thailand frequently face claims of unfair termination, a significant source of financial and operational issues for both local and…

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  • Pattaya NewsVillagers flock to Pattaya for blessed amulets from revered monk

    Villagers flock to Pattaya for blessed amulets from revered monk

    Excitement filled the air at Sawangboriboon Thammasathan Foundation in Pattaya City today as villagers and amulet enthusiasts gathered to secure amulets from Luang Pu Buaket Pathumsiro, a revered monk from the eastern region. The Barami Pathumsiro model, believed to bestow blessings, attracted significant interest. This initiative aims to raise funds for Bang Lamung Hospital. Since early morning, parents, siblings, and…

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  • Thailand News12 year old girl seeks justice after gang rape by 13 men in Thailand

    12 year old girl seeks justice after gang rape by 13 men in Thailand

    A 12 year old Thai girl fled the southern province of Narathiwat for help in the central province of Nonthaburi after a gang rape by 13 men, including her older brother’s friends and relatives. The 12 year old victim was accompanied by her 20 year old sister to seek help from social media influencer Guntouch “Gun” Pongpaiboonwet after the young…

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  • Business NewsTemu enters Thai market, intensifies e-commerce competition

    Temu enters Thai market, intensifies e-commerce competition

    Temu, China’s e-commerce giant, recently entered the Thai market, stirring up competition across both online and offline sectors in Thailand. The move, according to industry experts, is set to intensify cross-border competition, challenging existing players and local businesses alike. Thailand’s e-marketplace has long been dominated by foreign giants like Lazada (owned by Alibaba), Shopee (under Singapore’s SEA), and China’s TikTok…

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  • Business NewsThailand emerges as AI and health tech innovation hub

    Thailand emerges as AI and health tech innovation hub

    Venture capitalists are intensifying their focus on investment opportunities in startups centred around artificial intelligence (AI), transformative digital healthcare, and the burgeoning pink technology sector. According to industry experts, Thailand’s robust healthcare, agriculture, and tourism industries, coupled with local companies’ consistent investment in innovation, position the country as a formidable launchpad for startups. Major firms are propelling innovation by investing…

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  • Bangkok NewsThai transwoman arrested for blackmailing teen to produce porn

    Thai transwoman arrested for blackmailing teen to produce porn

    Police swooped to arrest a Thai transwoman at her home in Bangkok for blackmailing a 17 year old boy into producing porn. A Thai mother sought help from Thailand’s Internet Crimes Against Children on July 30 after her teenage son became depressed and unable to go to school after being allegedly blackmailed by a ladyboy, later identified as 24 year…

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  • Pattaya NewsPattaya rebranding as family-friendly destination to boost tourism

    Pattaya rebranding as family-friendly destination to boost tourism

    Pattaya’s tourism operators have put forth a proposal to the tourism minister, aiming to transform the city’s image into a family-friendly destination, distancing it from associations with sex tourism and illegal gambling. The Association of Chon Buri Tourism Federation (ACTF) recently convened with Tourism Minister Sermsak Pongpanit to discuss the initiative. The meeting also included insights from a workshop that…

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  • Thailand NewsRayong residents call for construction permit verification

    Rayong residents call for construction permit verification

    Residents of Ban Khai district in Rayong are urging government officials to verify whether the owner of a local construction project possesses the necessary permits. Concerns were sparked after a Chinese language poster was seen at a construction site for a factory within their community. Adul Akkaraphetpaisarn, an assistant village head, expressed that the village had not been informed of…

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  • Bangkok NewsThai transwoman nabbed in 26 million baht scam targeting Japanese nationals

    Thai transwoman nabbed in 26 million baht scam targeting Japanese nationals

    Metropolitan Police Bureau officers arrested a Thai transwoman yesterday after she scammed 73 Japanese nationals over a ten-year period. The total losses amounted to nearly 26 million baht. The 49 year old Thai transwoman, Uthai “Amy” Nantakhan, was arrested yesterday, August 4, at her condominium in the Bangkapi district of Bangkok. Her arrest followed a report from the latest Japanese…

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  • Pattaya NewsKuwaitis face deportation after Pattaya confrontation with Thais

    Kuwaitis face deportation after Pattaya confrontation with Thais

    Pattaya City police have initiated a detailed investigation following a violent confrontation between Thai and Kuwaiti nationals on Soi Yensabai this weekend. The Kuwaiti suspects are facing potential deportation after legal proceedings, according to police sources. The investigation is being led by Deputy Commander of Pattaya Police Station, Police Lieutenant Colonel Sirach Nuethes, along with Superintendent of Tourist Police Division…

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  • Thailand NewsMinistry serves up a vote: Help ‘dish’ out Thailand’s best local eats

    Ministry serves up a vote: Help ‘dish’ out Thailand’s best local eats

    The Ministry of Culture has called upon the public to vote for Thailand’s best local food in a new initiative aimed at preserving and promoting indigenous cuisine while boosting its economic value. Culture Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol announced yesterday, August 4, that the nation’s culinary heritage is a significant cultural asset that embodies Thai identity. The ministry launched the Thailand Best…

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  • Thailand NewsPPRP’s internal clash: Coalition ‘parties’ divided

    PPRP’s internal clash: Coalition ‘parties’ divided

    The Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) faces an internal conflict, highlighting clear divisions within the government coalition partner, according to a political analyst. Phichai Ratnatilaka Na Bhuket, a political science lecturer at the National Institute of Development Administration, identified two factions within the PPRP: one led by party leader Prawit Wongsuwan and another by party secretary-general Thamanat Prompow. Prawit, who has…

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  • Thailand News10,000-baht scheme will go ahead: PM’s future ‘baht’ a problem

    10,000-baht scheme will go ahead: PM’s future ‘baht’ a problem

    The Government of Thailand confirmed that the implementation of the 10,000-baht digital money handout scheme will proceed regardless of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s political future. This assurance comes amid concerns over the Thai premier’s potential dismissal due to a legal challenge. The 62 year old Thai PM’s position is under scrutiny due to a motion submitted by 40 senators. They…

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  • PropertyThe investment potential of luxury properties in Phuket

    The investment potential of luxury properties in Phuket

    Over the past decade, investors in Phuket have achieved significant financial gains, and there are still plenty of lucrative opportunities on the horizon. The island’s appeal continues to grow among international investors thanks to its competitive property prices, ongoing infrastructure development, and its status as a premier tourist destination. This trend is reflected in the rising interest in high-end developments…

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  • Aviation NewsPilot trainer dies in plane crash, family mourns loss

    Pilot trainer dies in plane crash, family mourns loss

    A grieving mother received the body of her son, a pilot trainer who tragically died in a small plane crash. Although devastated, she expressed immense pride in her son, who passed away doing what he loved. Phudit Supawatnakul, a 33 year old flight instructor, perished when his small aircraft crashed into a house within a golf course in Samut Sakhon.…

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  • Phuket NewsPygmy killer whales rescued in Phuket mangrove forest (video)

    Pygmy killer whales rescued in Phuket mangrove forest (video)

    A group of pygmy killer whales stranded in Phuket’s mangrove forest prompted urgent action from marine officials. Five whales were rescued, while one tragically died. Pacharawat Wongsuwan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, shared that reports from Pinsak Suraswadi, Director-General of the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources, came in early yesterday, August 3, about six…

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