Year: 2024

  • Thailand NewsThailand’s tusker turnaround: TAT teams up with WWF for elephant-friendly travels

    Thailand’s tusker turnaround: TAT teams up with WWF for elephant-friendly travels

    In a bid to promote responsible tourism and protect Thai elephants, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) continues to pledge unwavering support to the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Thailand and its Travel Ivory Free initiative. This collaborative effort aims to combat the illegal ivory market by encouraging travellers to refrain from purchasing ivory items during their visits. Recently,…

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  • Thailand NewsSingapore’s Tada revs up in Thailand with zero commission fees

    Singapore’s Tada revs up in Thailand with zero commission fees

    In a bid to capture the hearts and wallets of Thai commuters, Tada, the Singapore-based ride-hailing giant, is revving up for its grand entrance into Bangkok’s competitive market. With zero commission fees and a vow to balance the books within three to five years, Tada aims to disrupt the status quo and dominate Thailand’s ride-hailing landscape. Establishing its foothold in…

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  • Thailand NewsSwedish man arrested for fake euro currency caper in Phuket

    Swedish man arrested for fake euro currency caper in Phuket

    Police arrested a Swedish man in the Patong sub-district of Katu district, Phuket province, after discovering that he exchanged money using fake euro banknotes. Patong Police Station officers received a complaint from an employer at the Violet Money Exchange 2 on Saen Saai Road that a Swedish man was exchanging money using counterfeit euro notes at 1.50pm on February 26.…

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  • Business NewsConsumer confidence hits 47-month high amid economic recovery

    Consumer confidence hits 47-month high amid economic recovery

    January saw a significant rise in consumer confidence, reaching the highest level in 47 months due to the ongoing economic recovery, according to a statement by Fiscal Policy Office (FPO) Director-General Pornchai Thiraveja. The consumer confidence index marked its sixth consecutive month of growth, reaching 62.9, a slight increase from 62.0 in December. This growth is indicative of improved domestic…

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  • Thailand NewsPlanting seeds of change: Thai veggie market sprouts into billion-baht industry

    Planting seeds of change: Thai veggie market sprouts into billion-baht industry

    In a culinary revolution, plant-based food companies are urged to overhaul taste, slash prices, and boost health benefits. Will this signal a paradigm shift in global dining habits? The Thai plant-based food market, once a niche, is now a burgeoning industry worth billions. By 2024, it’s expected to skyrocket to 45 billion baht, according to Statista, a German online platform…

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  • Thailand NewsChinese makeup artist turns 57 year old into youthful sensation

    Chinese makeup artist turns 57 year old into youthful sensation

    The transformation of a 57 year old comedian into a youthful idol by a Chinese makeup artist named Tuzi has sent shockwaves across the Internet and social media platforms, leaving even the comedian’s wife unable to recognize him. Tuzi’s talent for age-defying makeup has earned her the title of master of transformation and has become a viral sensation. Tuzi, famed for…

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  • Thailand NewsDevotee donates gold to Thai statue after land sale

    Devotee donates gold to Thai statue after land sale

    A Thai woman devotee made a grand gesture of gratitude by donating gold necklaces, bracelets, and rings to a revered statue after selling her land for over a million baht. The act of devotion took place at Wat Sawang Arom in Nakhon Pathom, as believers and lottery enthusiasts gathered before the government lottery draw. The serene premises of Wat Sawang…

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  • Crime NewsMissing case takes turn: Thai woman reveals escape from abusive husband

    Missing case takes turn: Thai woman reveals escape from abusive husband

    A Thai woman broke her silence after being missing for 13 days, informing a news agency that she felt compelled to disappear with her daughter to escape from her abusive husband. The businessman from the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima, 42 year old Pongphumphat Chuedee, shared pictures of his wife and daughter on the Facebook account, PickNick Pimpisa. He reported…

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  • Thailand NewsHow conservation efforts saved the ecosystem at Maya Bay

    How conservation efforts saved the ecosystem at Maya Bay

    In 2016, Maya Bay welcomed a staggering 1.73 million visitors, but its popularity devastated its delicate ecosystem. Fast forward to 2024, and the once-threatened bay stands as a testament to the power of environmental stewardship. Dr Thon Thamrongnawasawat, a leading marine biologist explains that the target point for Maya Bay was to set up a system that would help us,…

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  • Business NewsBitcoin value triples in a year, hitting over 2 million baht

    Bitcoin value triples in a year, hitting over 2 million baht

    Bitcoin’s value soared to over 2 million baht on the Bitkub digital asset exchange, as global prices reached an all-time high of US$59,000 yesterday afternoon. This surge is due to the institutional acquisition of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and a growing interest in cryptocurrency among retail investors. Udomsak Rakwongwan, co-founder of decentralised derivatives platform FWX, and Mathematics lecturer at…

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  • Best ofFor the best night out in Bangkok, try The Comedy Joint, Bangkok’s comedy club

    For the best night out in Bangkok, try The Comedy Joint, Bangkok’s comedy club

    Bangkok’s nightlife just got much more exciting with the opening of The Comedy Joint last September. Located near Khao San Road, this comedy club has nightly shows 7 nights a week, featuring both international comedy stars and local comedians. The arrival of The Comedy Joint is certainly a breath of fresh air for Bangkok’s nightlife, and it’s set to redefine…

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  • Transport NewsThai minister vows to improve Rama 2 Road traffic ahead of Songkran

    Thai minister vows to improve Rama 2 Road traffic ahead of Songkran

    The quality of traffic on Rama 2 Road in Thailand is set to improve ahead of the Songkran Festival, as promised by the Thai Minister of Transport, Suriya Juangroongruangkit, on February 27. The vow comes in the wake of a delay in the road’s construction, a setback attributed to the impact of Covid-19 on the contractors in charge of the…

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  • CafeNew cafes to check out in Bangkok: 2024 edition

    New cafes to check out in Bangkok: 2024 edition

    One thing tourists (and locals) love to do in Bangkok is café-hopping. With an ever-growing list of new and trendy cafes popping up all the time, you’ll never run out of places to explore. From Ari to Silom, no area is spared from dashing cafes sprouting up across the city. So, if you’re eager to try something new, here are…

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  • Technology NewsRevolutionising coffee experience with a Web3 venture

    Revolutionising coffee experience with a Web3 venture

    Coffee Culture, a trailblazing online store for all things coffee, is venturing into the realm of Web3 with the introduction of its groundbreaking platform, Coffee Unchained. Inspired by the success stories of industry giants like Starbucks, VeeFriends, and Nike to mention a few, who have successfully utilized blockchain technology to strengthen their communities through NFTs. “As soon as we saw…

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  • Thailand NewsThai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra among 150 selected for new NDC defence course

    Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra among 150 selected for new NDC defence course

    The National Defence College (NDC) announced a fresh intake of 150 students for its new defence curriculum. Paetongtarn Shinawatra, leader of Thailand’s ruling Pheu Thai Party, is among the selected. Paetongtarn, along with other executives, is set to delve into this new curriculum which aims to broaden their perspectives and build strong networks. Over 500 individuals applied for the prestigious course,…

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  • Thailand NewsIndonesian tourist’s false Thai honeymoon drama debunked

    Indonesian tourist’s false Thai honeymoon drama debunked

    A viral clip of an Indonesian woman‘s outcry on social media, claiming her honeymoon trip to Thailand collapsed because her husband was denied entry for not carrying cash, sparked significant attention. However, Thai immigration authorities have debunked the story as a fabrication for content creation, further uncovering that the woman is a frequent traveller to Thailand and an online merchant.…

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  • Thailand NewsThai police foil luxury car fake plate scam in Bangkok

    Thai police foil luxury car fake plate scam in Bangkok

    A sophisticated scheme involving the use of counterfeit license plates on luxury vehicles has been thwarted by Thai highway police in a recent crackdown. A 41 year old woman was arrested for affixing a forged red license plate to a brand-new Bentley. The incident, which took place along Bangkok’s outer ring road, has raised concerns about the ease with which…

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  • Thailand Weather UpdatesThailand braces for turbulent weather as storms target 18 provinces

    Thailand braces for turbulent weather as storms target 18 provinces

    Thailand faces a significant meteorological event as the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issues a storm warning affecting 18 provinces. The TMD forecasts thunderstorms, with a 10% chance of heavy rainfall across these regions, signalling a turbulent start to March. As the country braces for summer storms from March 1 to March 3, areas particularly affected should prepare for strong gusts…

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  • Business NewsThai govt considers issuing US billion foreign currency bonds

    Thai govt considers issuing US$1 billion foreign currency bonds

    The Thai government recently announced its consideration to issue foreign currency-denominated bonds valued at US$1 billion, approximately 36 billion baht, an announcement which has sparked debates over the worth and risks associated with such an undertaking. As part of this move, the Public Debt Management Office (PDMO) under the Finance Ministry is examining the feasibility of offering these bonds in…

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  • Business NewsThailand’s tourism industry calls for eased travel restrictions

    Thailand’s tourism industry calls for eased travel restrictions

    Faced with intense competition from fellow Southeast Asian countries, Thailand’s tourism industry called on the government to ease travel restrictions and promote cross-border travel. The appeal comes as Malaysia is seen to be catching up with Thailand’s tourism numbers. Earlier this week, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin embarked on a tour of three southern provinces to boost both trade and tourism.…

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  • Thailand NewsBangkok gears up for grandiose govt backed Songkran festival

    Bangkok gears up for grandiose govt backed Songkran festival

    Bangkok is set for an unprecedented Songkran, the annual water festival. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has plans to incorporate the festivities into the government’s soft power promotion policy, making this year’s festival more grandiose. The announcement came from Chadchart Sittipunt, the governor of Bangkok, yesterday. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) had a meeting discussing the city’s readiness for…

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  • Thailand NewsThailand’s household electricity tariffs remain unchanged

    Thailand’s household electricity tariffs remain unchanged

    Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga affirmed that electricity tariffs for households in Thailand will remain unchanged from May to August, maintaining the current rate of 4.18 baht per unit. Pirapan, also serving as a deputy prime minister, explained that this decision has been made possible due to the continuation of gas production in the Gulf of Thailand by PTT Exploration and…

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  • Business NewsThai Oil predicts surge in jet fuel demand despite slow economy

    Thai Oil predicts surge in jet fuel demand despite slow economy

    Despite forecasted sluggish economic growth, Thai Oil Plc, Thailand’s leading oil refinery in terms of capacity, envisages an upturn in demand for refined oil, particularly jet fuel, in the current year. Jet fuel consumption is predicted to surge by 24.2%, equating to an average of 16.8 million litres per day (MLD). This represents a considerable increase from the previous year’s…

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  • Thailand NewsRare Siamese crocodile hatchlings spotted in Nakhon Sawan

    Rare Siamese crocodile hatchlings spotted in Nakhon Sawan

    In a heartening discovery, the elusive Siamese crocodile has made a triumphant return at Bueng Boraphet Wildlife Sanctuary in Nakhon Sawan province. After a seven-year absence, the sanctuary proudly welcomed eight Siamese crocodile hatchlings into the world. This remarkable event, announced via an uplifting Facebook post by the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation (DNP), has reignited hope…

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  • Thailand NewsBeach blues: Thai woman assaulted by Swiss man in Phuket

    Beach blues: Thai woman assaulted by Swiss man in Phuket

    A female doctor in Thailand is seeking justice after being attacked by a Swiss man for sitting on the staircase of his beachfront villa in Phuket. The foreign man is reported to be the owner of an elephant sanctuary with alleged connections with the high-ranking Thai police. The father of the victim, Chaiyachot Uttamang, took to Facebook to share the…

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  • Thailand NewsGlobal forests in crisis: Shocking decline revealed

    Global forests in crisis: Shocking decline revealed

    In a staggering revelation, the world’s forests have undergone a drastic reduction of nearly 20 million square kilometres over the past 30 years, plunging from 42.03 million square kilometres in 1992 to 40.44 million square kilometres in 2021, as per the latest data from the World Bank. Attributing this alarming loss to the relentless encroachment of agriculture and industrialisation, the…

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  • Thailand NewsChinese city gives out lottery tickets to boost birth rates

    Chinese city gives out lottery tickets to boost birth rates

    Authorities in Xi’an, China, are rolling the dice on love with a jaw-dropping scheme aimed at tackling the nation’s plummeting birth rates. In a bold move to combat China’s declining birth rates, the city of Xi’an is set to splash a whopping 700,000 yuan (equivalent to 3.6 million baht) on lottery tickets, all in the name of encouraging newlyweds to…

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  • Thailand NewsDessert vendor saves woman on footbridge in Pattaya

    Dessert vendor saves woman on footbridge in Pattaya

    In a heart-stopping moment near Pattaya City School 7, a dessert vendor witnessed a young woman teetering perilously close to the edge of a footbridge along Sukhumvit Road yesterday. Whilst en route to Sattahip, the vendor, 46 year old Pradit Yoosawad, halted his vehicle without hesitation and alerted authorities to the unfolding crisis. Pradit approached the distressed woman, urging her…

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  • Thailand NewsMassive amphetamine haul seized in northeast Thailand

    Massive amphetamine haul seized in northeast Thailand

    Minister of Defence Sutin Klungsang convened a press briefing to unveil a significant crackdown resulting in the confiscation of 6 million amphetamine pills, valued at over 180 million baht, in Bung Khla, Bueng Kan on Monday. According to police sources, the operation unfolded on February 25 at 7pm when Surasakmontri rangers and Bung Khla police officers received a tip-off regarding…

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  • Thailand NewsTragic last ride: Bangkok taxi driver found dead at gas station

    Tragic last ride: Bangkok taxi driver found dead at gas station

    A taxi driver was discovered dead in his vehicle at a gas station in Bangkok’s Jomthong district. The incident occurred early this morning, February 28, and the circumstances surrounding the driver’s death are currently under investigation. The gas station on Kalapapruek Road became an unexpected crime scene this morning when a 59 year old taxi driver, identified as Sathian (surname…

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  • Thailand NewsRide historic steam trains from Bangkok to Ayutthaya on March 26

    Ride historic steam trains from Bangkok to Ayutthaya on March 26

    In a nostalgic nod to the past, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is reviving history with a special train journey from Bangkok to Ayutthaya. Commemorating SRT’s 127th anniversary on March 26, the trip honours the inauguration of the rail link between the current and former capital cities back in 1896 by King Rama V. Passengers will have the unique…

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  • Thailand News7 year old receives explicit images from father’s new wife amid family feud

    7 year old receives explicit images from father’s new wife amid family feud

    A seven year old girl became the unintended recipient of inappropriate images and messages from her father’s new wife, who also targeted the child’s mother with spiteful words. The incident, which occurred today, February 28, has led to a criminal complaint filed by the girl’s family, who are distressed by the new wife’s continuous harassment and aggression. The girl’s aunt,…

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  • Thailand NewsHong Kong Express launches ultra-cheap route to Bangkok

    Hong Kong Express launches ultra-cheap route to Bangkok

    Hong Kong Express announced its latest venture: a brand-new route from Hong Kong to Bangkok’s Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), scheduled to take flight on April 25. Confirming the exciting development, the airline took to its Facebook page to share the news, revealing that the daily service will complement its existing flights to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, along with popular destinations…

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  • Press RoomLibertex: once a leader, always a leader

    Libertex: once a leader, always a leader

    The leading CFD broker part of Libertex Group that has been shaking the retail trading space for over two decades stands out as a beacon of innovation and excellence. Libertex, a name revered by millions of traders worldwide for more than 25 years continues to hold a prominent position in today’s retail trading industry. The brand has demonstrated an unshakable…

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  • Thailand NewsForeign couple condemned for sex antics on Phuket beach (video)

    Foreign couple condemned for sex antics on Phuket beach (video)

    An allegedly outraged Thai voyeur shared a video capturing a foreign couple having sex on Patong Beach in Phuket on social media platforms. Locals condemned their act and demanded authorities to take action on the matter. The video of the foreign couple was shared on social media by a Thai motorist-cum-voyeur who rode a motorcycle past the scene. The incident…

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