Year: 2024
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Alleged drunk American stabs Australian man to death in Krabi
A reportedly drunk American man stabbed an Australian man to death in the southern province of Krabi, following a heated argument at a bar on Ao Nang Beach. Officers from Ao Nang Police Station investigated the stabbing, which occurred on the roadside near Nopparat Thara Beach at 2am on July 22. Rescuers had already taken the injured Australian man, later…
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Farm to table: Thailand firms urged to unite for stable farm prices
The Commerce Ministry urged Thai conglomerates to collaborate in purchasing agricultural products to provide farmers with a more stable income. Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai revealed plans to manage agricultural products and secondary crops for the latter half of the year. He instructed Vuttikrai Leewiraphan, commerce permanent secretary, and Wattanasak Sur-iam, Director-Deneral of the Internal Trade Department (ITD), to engage department…
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Thai singer Cherreen files police report against ex-husband
Singer Cherreen “The Star” Nutjaree, alongside her lawyer, plans to file a police report today against her ex-husband for physical assault and ongoing harassment. Today, July 23, Cherreen and lawyer Kaew Monchai are set to visit Thonglor Police Station at 10am. Cherreen, whose full name is Nutjaree Horvejkul, has been facing threats and harassment from her ex-husband following their separation.…
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Chinese man dies after falling off baht bus in Pattaya (video)
A Thai baht bus driver in Pattaya denied any knowledge of an accident in which a Chinese man fell from his vehicle and later died. Locals in Pattaya condemned the baht bus driver, later identified as Thongchai Thonglueng, for his alleged cruel behaviour after he left the 48 year old Chinese man, Chi Fai Lam, lying in a pool of…
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Mysterious footprints in Rayong spark ghostly speculation
Mysterious ghostly footprints believed to belong to a dead neighbour have caused a stir in Rayong, with residents convinced he returned to say goodbye. Despite attempts to clean them, the footprints remain, adding to the eerie mystery. At 6pm yesterday, July 22, in Rayong, reporters investigated an unusual belief among locals that mysterious footprints found in the area belonged to…
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Cabinet to approve Thai ESG fund boosting SET by 50 billion baht
The Thai Cabinet is set to approve the new Thai ESG Fund tomorrow, with analysts anticipating that the revamped conditions of this environmental, social, and governance (ESG) centric fund will enhance trading on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) by 40-50 billion baht annually. The fund’s revised structure includes a reduced holding period of five years, down from the original…
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Thai man commits murder-suicide, kills 4 family members of ex-wife
A Thai man committed murder-suicide in the Isaan province of Sisaket, killing four family members of his ex-wife before taking his own life in his car. Only a 10 year old boy survived the incident. Officers from Mueang Sisaket Police Station were alerted to a shooting at a house in Nong Phai sub-district, Mueang district, Sisaket province, at approximately 9.30pm…
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Shocking slump: Thailand’s premium EV sales plunge 35%
Thailand has experienced a significant decline in the sales of premium electric vehicles (EVs), dropping 35% year-on-year in the first half of the year. Despite this downturn, BMW remains optimistic about its EV sales, banking on the appeal of its newly launched models in the Mini family in Bangkok. Sales of premium EVs fell to 3,844 units between January and…
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Thailand health insurance solutions for long-term visitors
Thailand is a top travel destination in Asia and a popular destination for digital nomads looking to work remotely as they explore everything the country has to offer. Digital nomads and long-term visitors with long-stay visas can secure private health insurance to fulfil the visa requirements. Why long-term visitors need health insurance in Thailand Health insurance is vital for long-term…
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Hong Kong sergeant dies falling from truck in South Pattaya
A Hong Kong police sergeant tragically died after falling from a songthaew open-air truck in South Pattaya, Chon Buri, yesterday morning. Surveillance footage showed the man tumbling from the back of the taxi van onto the road at 8:36am, July 22. The 48 year old man from Hong Kong suffered severe injuries and was quickly taken to a nearby hospital,…
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Tamarind reinvents Southern Thai dishes with an international twist
Epic ocean views and a relaxed yet elegant ambience – there’s probably no dreamier place to enjoy Thai food than Tamarind at Pullman Phuket Panwa Beach Resort. Helmed by Chef Nok, a native of Phuket with over a decade of culinary experience, you can expect a delightful fusion of Southern Thai tradition and global innovation at this restaurant. With its…
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Dusit Thani college students pioneer sustainable hospitality, represent Thailand at Dubai finals
Sustainability has become a key focus point for the hospitality industry in recent years. For hospitality businesses reducing waste, adopting responsible tourism practices and conserving energy and water are no longer nice to have but need to have KPIs. Supporting these initiatives is an entire industry of sustainability companies who produce technologies to reduce operational costs and most importantly make…
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foodpanda reaffirms commitment to enhance delivery partners’ work experience with ‘panda hearts’ across 11 Markets in APAC
Leading food and grocery delivery platform, foodpanda, is doubling down on its commitment to its delivery partners with ‘panda hearts,’ its flagship programme aimed at uplifting and supporting delivery partners in five core areas: safety, well-being, personal development, community and welfare perks. With more than a decade of experience in Asia, foodpanda has worked closely with its delivery partners to find…
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Bangkok hostage crisis ends with two dead, four injured
A tragic incident unfolded in Bangkok yesterday when Tha Kham Police Station received a report at 9.45pm about an armed man holding his family hostage at a residence in Rama 2, Bang Khun Thian. The man, identified as Bunma, a 49 year old printing shop owner, had a domestic dispute that escalated into violence. Bunma fatally shot Police Lieutenant Colonel…
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Drunk driver kills 13 year old girl buying food for ill mother
A tragic accident occurred when a drunk driver hit and killed a 13 year old girl who was buying food for her ill mother. The incident left beer bottles scattered in the car, with the grieving mother holding her deceased daughter and repeatedly saying, “I’m sorry.” Police reported that late last night, July 21, an accident was reported to an…
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Senate factions prepare for speaker and deputy elections
Senate factions are gearing up for the election of the Senate Speaker and deputy roles, with three main groups emerging as contenders. The New Breed, the Blue group, and a faction representing independent Senate votes are all preparing their nominations. Each group is rallying behind its preferred candidates, though discussions about compromise candidates are also on the table. The New…
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Pheu Thai Party retains Chalerm Ubumrung
Pheu Thai Party will not expel list MP Chalerm Ubumrung, according to the party’s secretary-general, Sorawong Thienthong. Chalerm had expressed a desire to be expelled to freely join the Palang Prarachrath Party (PPRP), following his son Wan’s recent resignation from Pheu Thai. Wan’s departure came after he caused discontent within the party by interacting with a rival during an election…
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MFP remains resolute ahead of key court ruling
The Move Forward Party (MFP) remains steadfast in its mission, regardless of the Constitutional Court’s impending decision on whether to dissolve the party, according to leader Chaithawat Tulathon. Chaithawat assured that the MFP has not only grown stronger but its members are now more equipped and prepared to ensure victory in the next General Election. Confident that the court ruling…
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Man found dead after argument with wife in Phuket rental home
A tragic incident occurred in Phuket when a 40 year old man was found dead in an apparent suicide following an argument with his wife on their first day at a rented house in Baan Manik. Thalang Police Station was alerted to the scene in Moo 7, Srisoonthorn, at 2am yesterday, July, 2024. Upon arrival, police officers and rescue workers…
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Couple killed in Chon Buri car crash, children injured
A tragic car accident in Chon Buri province on Sunday night claimed the lives of a couple and left their two children injured. The incident occurred on Suk Prayun Road in Phan Thong district when a white sedan crashed into a power pole. The accident resulted in the deaths 41 year old Siraphop and his 41 year old wife, Natchareeya.…
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Patong tuk tuk driver fined after aggressive road confrontation
Patong tuk tuk drivers are again under scrutiny after an alarming confrontation between a driver and a resident in traffic. The incident, captured in a 51-second video, ignited a wave of criticism and concern among Phuket residents. A resident, who has been living in Phuket for eight years, documented the encounter and posted the video on the Facebook page Driving…
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Bangkok plans 130 new parks, doubles tree goal by 2026
Bangkok is taking a bold step towards sustainability under the leadership of Governor Chadchart Sittipunt. Moving past the Green Bangkok 2030 initiative, the governor has set his sights on an ambitious environmental agenda. Chadchart’s vision includes creating a 15-minute city with accessible green spaces. The plan involves adding 130 parks and doubling the tree-planting goal to two million by 2026,…
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King donates 300-rai for new sustainable zoo in Pathum Thani
His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua has donated a 300-rai plot in the Rangsit Khlong Hok area of Pathum Thani’s Thanya Buri district for a new zoo. This new facility will replace the 80 year old Dusit Zoo in Bangkok, which closed in 2018. Attapon Srihayrun, Director of the Zoological Park Organization of Thailand, highlighted that the new zoo…
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MICE industry must prioritise people management to sustain growth
Game-changing People Management was the focus of a recent presentation at the TMX conference, one of the largest fairs dedicated to the meeting, incentive, convention and exhibition (MICE) industry. The discussion highlighted significant opportunities for growth and transformation within this expanding sector. The MICE industry is on a remarkable growth trajectory, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of…
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Astrologer advises Pisces, Virgo to perform merit-making with light
Astrologer Tosaporn suggests that during the Buddhist Lent, two zodiac signs should perform merit-making activities involving light to mitigate the influence of Rahu in their horoscopes. Tosaporn advises those born under Pisces and Virgo to visit temples and engage in activities such as offering candles, refilling oil lamps, donating towards electricity bills, and contributing to education, which is considered the…
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Thai SME bank sees non-performing loans surge to 13%
Rising non-performing loans (NPLs) in the first seven months of this year have predominantly emerged from wholesale and retail sectors, as reported by the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank of Thailand (SME D Bank). The Managing Director of SME D Bank, Phichit Mitrawong, attributed the increase to sluggish economic conditions, which have led to a contraction in consumer purchasing…
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Stark Corporation scandal costs 14.7 billion baht
Shareholders and stock investors of Stark Corporation are reeling from an accounting and embezzlement scandal that has incurred damages estimated at a staggering 14.7 billion baht. This debacle has impacted 4,704 shareholders and led to the prosecution of the former chairman and several top executives in what is deemed one of Thailand’s largest corporate frauds in recent years. Adding to…
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Charged up: GAC Aion plugs into Thailand’s booming EV market
GAC Aion New Energy Automobile, an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer under Guangzhou Automobile Corporation (GAC), anticipates substantial benefits from the ongoing expansion of Thailand’s EV market. This comes after the recent inauguration of a 2.3-billion-baht EV assembly plant in Rayong. The company aims to produce up to 70,000 EVs annually for both domestic sales and export, according to Ma Haiyang,…
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Thailand faces investment challenge post-1997 financial crisis
Thailand faces investment challenges post-1997 financial crisis despite natural gas discovered in the Gulf of Thailand around 40 years ago sparked nationwide excitement, marking the beginning of a golden era. This period saw the launch of the Eastern Seaboard Development Project aimed at developing the eastern coastal region. Foreign investment surged, propelling the economy to expand at double-digit rates, and…
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Ana maintains pre-pandemic load on Thailand-Japan flights
Japanese carrier ANA has successfully maintained the load factor on Thailand-Japan routes at the same robust level as in 2019, despite the challenges posed by a weak yen. Notably, the majority of its passengers are now Thai tourists and long-haul travellers transiting through Japan. Thailand has emerged as one of ANA’s strongest routes in Asia-Pacific and Southeast Asia post-pandemic, alongside…
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Tak Bai tragedy court case to be decided next month
A lawsuit against nine former top officials implicated in the Tak Bai tragedy is set for consideration by the Narathiwat Provincial Court next month. The lawsuit, filed on April 26 by a group of 48 plaintiffs, seeks justice for the victims and their families who have seen no action taken by police or prosecutors beyond financial compensation. The plaintiffs, consisting…
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Thai proposal to legalise adult entertainment industry sparks debate
The Move Forward Party (MFP) is advocating for a significant change to Thailand’s Criminal Code to legalise the adult entertainment industry, including pornographic materials and sex toys. This initiative aims to dismantle the existing taboos and establish better regulation. MFP MP for Bangkok, Taopiphop Limjittrakorn, submitted the proposal to Parliament last week, with discussions expected to commence within the next…
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Srettha Thavisin tops poll as Thailand’s favourite politician
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has emerged as the country’s favourite politician, surpassing Move Forward Party (MFP) adviser Pita Limjaroenrat, according to a recent survey. The survey, conducted by LINE TODAY from July 1 to July 20, saw participation from about 21,000 individuals who were asked to choose their preferred politician. The results, released yesterday, revealed that the Thai premier received…
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Wildlife tragedy: Thailand mourns as serow and tiger bite the dust
A serow was discovered shot dead in Phetchabun province, while an injured tiger succumbed to its wounds in Buriram, according to reports from Thai officials yesterday. Chanyaphak Thanachatakkarakun, the chief of Phupha Daeng Wildlife Sanctuary, revealed yesterday, July 21, that a worker from the Silarat Lom Sak stone crushing plant heard gunshots emanating from a mountaintop and subsequently witnessed a…
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Berry misleading: Thailand picks apart fake Finland job offers
Thailand is actively pursuing local agents who deceived Thai citizens into believing they had secured berry picker jobs in Finland. This action follows the interception of 43 individuals at Suvarnabhumi Airport on Saturday, July 20, just before they were set to board a flight to the Nordic country. The Department of Employment initiated the investigation after receiving a tip-off about…
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Man drinks fabric softener mistaking it for water, hospitalised
A man in a highly intoxicated state mistook a bottle of fabric softener for water and consumed it entirely, causing severe convulsions. His friends promptly contacted the police for help. At 3.32am today, July 21, the Phra Khanong Police Station received an urgent call reporting that a man had ingested fabric softener in a rental room. Directed by Police Colonel…
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Thai official shares fake news about Spanish football star Lamine Yamal
Professor Charoen Watthanasin, Vice Chairman of the Thai Olympic Committee, recently made headlines for sharing fake news about Spain’s national football star Lamine Yamal. The online community is buzzing after Charoen posted a tweet on X (formerly Twitter) with an image of 17 year old Yamal, who recently played a crucial role in leading Spain to victory in the Euro…
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