Year: 2024

  • GuidesVisa Agency for Thai Citizens, based in Bangkok – VisaThailand.com

    Visa Agency for Thai Citizens, based in Bangkok โ€“ VisaThailand.com

    Whether youโ€™re considering to obtain a Thai visa for yourself or for the visit of a Thai friend to your country, seeking precise and trustworthy information is essential. It is not uncommon to feel overwhelmed by an ocean of information, unsure of where to look or whom to trust. In this article, we will provide you with valuable advices andโ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsSummer storms set to rock Thailand with thunder, wind, and hail

    Summer storms set to rock Thailand with thunder, wind, and hail

    Severe summer storms, characterised by thunderstorms, strong winds, and in some cases hail, have been forecasted to hit several provinces across Thailand. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued its 13th announcement on the matter, alerting residents in affected areas to take precautions against the unpredictable and dangerous weather conditions expected today, May 7. The announcement outlines that the upperโ€ฆ

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  • Pattaya NewsNongprue police dismantle large-scale motorbike theft operation

    Nongprue police dismantle large-scale motorbike theft operation

    Pattaya yesterday witnessed the successful dismantling of a large-scale motorbike theft operation, as Nongprue police apprehended four suspects. The arrest, which was a result of a comprehensive investigation conducted by the Nongprue Police Station, managed to pull the plug on an intricate network of motorbike thieves and illegal resellers. The investigationโ€™s initial breakthrough occurred with the arrest of Phumrin Kesmala,โ€ฆ

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  • Retire in ThailandPrioritising self-monitoring and health checks in retirement

    Prioritising self-monitoring and health checks in retirement

    Initiating the journey towards oneโ€™s ideal retirement encompasses more than mere financial preparation; it is equally imperative to prioritise health preservation to fully relish those esteemed years. For individuals aspiring for a retirement replete with exploration, leisure, and the realisation of long-cherished aspirations, recognising the critical importance of self-monitoring and routine medical examinations is paramount. This marks the commencement ofโ€ฆ

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  • Phuket NewsPhuket governor inspects aerator for canal odour control

    Phuket governor inspects aerator for canal odour control

    Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat recently examined the aerator installed in Klong Pak Bang, Kamla, as part of a broader effort to combat the unpleasant odour emanating from the canal. The governorโ€™s visit took place over the weekend, joined by the likes of Phuket MP Chalermphong Saengdee, Advisor to the Governor of Phuket Province, Dr Somkid Chokong, and several local officials,โ€ฆ

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  • Phuket NewsPhuket’s small road expansion might ease the traffic congestion

    Phuketโ€™s small road expansion might ease the traffic congestion

    Phuketโ€™s traffic congestion crisis might be getting some relief with the expansion of a small road that connects Wat Tha Reua, south of the Heroines Monument, to Baan Manik in Cherng Talay. The road has been broadened in hopes of reducing the heavy traffic load on Thepkrasattri Road. and Srisoonthorn Road. Previously, this small section of Route 3030, which mergesโ€ฆ

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  • Pattaya NewsPolish motorcyclist, sidecar driver injured in Sattahip accident

    Polish motorcyclist, sidecar driver injured in Sattahip accident

    A road accident in Na Jomtien, Sattahip, last night left a Polish motorcyclist and a local sidecar driver seriously injured. The collision took place at approximately 5.40pm, yesterday, May 5, outside a construction materials store situated on Sukhumvit Road in Sattahip district, Chon Buri province. Upon receiving notification about the incident, Na Jomtien police and rescue personnel from the Sattahipโ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsCustom Mercedes Maybach in 11.2 million baht crash goes viral

    Custom Mercedes Maybach in 11.2 million baht crash goes viral

    A recent collision involving a customised two-tone Mercedes-Benz S580e Maybach and a pickup truck caused a stir online, with netizens reacting in shock to the estimated 11.2 million baht worth of damages to the luxury car. The incident was highlighted on TikTok by user Banknitikorn, who shared images of the aftermath. Amidst an outpouring of comments, concerns were raised regardingโ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsMan smashes bottles on Bang Saen Beach, sparks safety fears

    Man smashes bottles on Bang Saen Beach, sparks safety fears

    A disturbing incident at Bang Saen Beach in Chon Buri province raised the alarm over the safety of beachgoers. A man was filmed smashing bottles along the shoreline, creating a hazardous situation as the broken glass could cause serious injuries to tourists walking barefoot on the beach. The act has prompted both locals and authorities to call for better monitoringโ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsChiang Mai ranks fourth in global air pollution as PM2.5 soars

    Chiang Mai ranks fourth in global air pollution as PM2.5 soars

    Chiang Mai, along with several northern provinces of Thailand, today woke up to alarmingly high levels of PM2.5, ranking fourth in global air pollution. This report, provided by the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), highlighted that 11 provinces were exposed to seriously harmful red-coded levels of particulate matter 2.5 micrometres or less in diameter (PM2.5). The measured pollutionโ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsStars align for change: Astrologer predicts transformative year

    Stars align for change: Astrologer predicts transformative year

    This year heralds a period of significant transformation, according to renowned astrologer Acharn Lak Rachasi. She predicts a shift from adversity to prosperity for many, starting after April 30, with fortunes of the zodiac signs taking a turn for the better. She has made bold declarations about the coming year. According to her insights, 2024 is set to be aโ€ฆ

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  • Retire in ThailandTop tips on staying mentally healthy during retirement

    Top tips on staying mentally healthy during retirement

    Retirement signifies a profound shift in life, often approached with both anticipation and apprehension. It is a phase when the demands of a lifelong career diminish, affording opportunities for relaxation and personal endeavours. Nonetheless, this period of liberation can also pose challenges to oneโ€™s mental health, highlighting the importance of ensuring mental health during retirement for optimising these latter years.โ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsLecturer dies in Pathum Thani car crash, boyfriend injured

    Lecturer dies in Pathum Thani car crash, boyfriend injured

    A fatal car crash in Pathum Thani province claimed the life of a 28 year old female lecturer and left her boyfriend injured when their vehicle collided with an electricity pole early in the morning. The accident occurred when something appeared to cut in front of their car, causing the driver to lose control. At around 1.30am today, Pathum Thaniโ€ฆ

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  • Business NewsBoardroom balance: Thailand trails in female representation stakes

    Boardroom balance: Thailand trails in female representation stakes

    Thailand falls slightly short of the Southeast Asian average for women in board positions, with 19% compared to 19.9%, as revealed in the 2023 Women in the Boardroom report by Deloitte Global. This figure also remains behind the global average of 23.3%. Nevertheless, Thailand ranks second in Southeast Asia for female chief executives, equalling Singaporeโ€™s 11.9% and sitting just behindโ€ฆ

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  • Business NewsThailand implements blueprint for responsible tourism management

    Thailand implements blueprint for responsible tourism management

    Concerns about overtourism are intensifying globally as popular destinations like Venice start imposing daily entry fees and Japan attempts to divert tourists to less-visited provinces. Thailand, expecting 40 million foreign arrivals this year, faces similar challenges. The Deputy Governor for Domestic Marketing at the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Somradee Chitchong, emphasised the lack of a tourism-carrying capacity blueprint inโ€ฆ

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  • Business NewsGovernment’s financial burden increases with digital wallet project

    Governmentโ€™s financial burden increases with digital wallet project

    The governmentโ€™s financial burden, expressed as the ratio of interest to estimated government revenue, is expected to rise from the current 8% to 11% in the coming year. This projected increase is due to the implementation of the governmentโ€™s flagship digital wallet handout. An anonymous source from the Finance Ministry revealed that the present 8% ratio aligns with an Aโ€ฆ

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  • Business NewsThailand ramps up border telecom crackdown to curb crimes

    Thailand ramps up border telecom crackdown to curb crimes

    A crackdown on crimes facilitated by local telecom signals at Thailandโ€™s borders has been ramped up by the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC). This move followed an emergency meeting between the regulator and private telecom operators to address potential criminal activities in these areas. NBTC Deputy Secretary-General Trairat Viriyasirikul revealed that in many border regions, there have been instancesโ€ฆ

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  • Business NewsThai stock market set for a drop due to US inflation

    Thai stock market set for a drop due to US inflation

    Kasikorn Asset Management (K-Asset) anticipates a downward trend in the Thai stock market over the forthcoming quarter, prompted by a slow decrease in US inflation and interest rates. The asset management firm advises investors to mitigate risk through portfolio diversification, targeting the US and Indian stock markets. K-Asset CEO Wajana Wongsupasawat forecasts an additional drop in the Thai market inโ€ฆ

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  • Business NewsSyntec construction prioritises data centre projects

    Syntec construction prioritises data centre projects

    Public traded contractor Syntec Construction formed a dedicated team to manage the growing demand for data centre construction projects, particularly from industry heavyweights. This initiative is part of Syntecโ€™s business strategy for this year, which prioritises bids for data centre construction owing to their heightened demand across the industry, according to Chief Executive, Somchai Sirilertpanich. The company has expanded itsโ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsMysterious death near Chi River: Woman found handcuffed

    Mysterious death near Chi River: Woman found handcuffed

    An unidentified woman, approximately 40 to 50 years old, was found dead in mysterious circumstances in a scrubland near the Chi River, with her hands locked behind her back. Officers from Changhan Police Station in Roi Et Province yesterday, May 5, were alerted to a body discovered in a scrubland area by the Chi River in Ban Leng Kha, Dinโ€ฆ

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  • Pattaya NewsBangkok maintains top spot as tourist hotspot

    Bangkok maintains top spot as tourist hotspot

    Thailandโ€™s vibrant capital of Bangkok retained its crown as the top tourist hotspot for the month of March, with the Ministry of Tourism and Sportsโ€˜ data revealing an impressive 4,459,579 visitors. The city, known for its bustling markets, opulent shrines, and vibrant street life, saw international tourists making up 49.60% of the visitors, leading to a hotel occupancy rate ofโ€ฆ

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  • Pattaya NewsIllegal fireworks frenzy disrupts Jomtien Beach bliss

    Illegal fireworks frenzy disrupts Jomtien Beach bliss

    The tranquil serenity of Jomtien Beach in Pattaya was disrupted last night by the clamour of illicit fireworks. In response to a spate of complaints from residents about noise pollution, Banglamung officials swiftly intervened, leading to the arrest of three vendors illegally selling the pyrotechnics. The three individuals, whose identities have not been disclosed, were apprehended near The Now Hotel.โ€ฆ

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  • Pattaya NewsRTN officers sail in to save the day after baht bus-bike bust-up

    RTN officers sail in to save the day after baht bus-bike bust-up

    Four Royal Thai Navy (RTN) officers from the Special Affairs Unit of the Sattahip Naval Base rushed to aid the victims of a collision between a motorcyclist and a baht bus in Chon Buri. The officers, who were on a routine patrol near a local fresh market, sprang into action to assist a 48 year old Thai man who wasโ€ฆ

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  • Environment NewsSummer storm wreaks havoc in Hat Yai, southern Thailand

    Summer storm wreaks havoc in Hat Yai, southern Thailand

    The city of Hat Yai in Songkhla was hit by a severe summer storm yesterday, resulting in significant damage to public infrastructure. Billboards and electricity poles were toppled by the powerful gale. The incident occurred at 3pm, yesterday, May 5, and was covered by local media. Remarkably, despite the stormโ€™s intensity, no injuries or fatalities were reported. The destructive stormโ€ฆ

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  • Crime NewsChinese businessmen extorted for 2.5 million baht in Bangkok

    Chinese businessmen extorted for 2.5 million baht in Bangkok

    Bangkok was the scene of a daring extortion case involving five Chinese businessmen and a group of Thais, including law enforcement officers, yesterday, May 5. A press conference, held by Din Daeng police and other relevant agencies, revealed the shocking incident where the businessmen were forcibly detained and extorted for 2.5 million baht. The incident began unfolding on April 25โ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsThailand unites for eco-friendly transformation of rice farming

    Thailand unites for eco-friendly transformation of rice farming

    A cohesive effort to revolutionise Thailandโ€™s rice farming industry has been forged, with a collective aim to modernise traditional farming methods towards environmentally friendly practices. This initiative is targeted at preserving biodiversity and enhancing the overall ecosystem across the varied landscapes of the nation. This recent synergy saw the collaboration of governmental bodies, the public, private sector participants, and non-governmentalโ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsThai government boosts welfare benefits for workers

    Thai government boosts welfare benefits for workers

    Government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke indicated that the Thai government is committed to improving welfare benefits to enhance the quality of life for all workers in the country. This commitment follows a recent roll-out of new regulations aimed at supporting the needs of the informal workforce, a significant demographic in Thailand. โ€œThe government is determined to push for regulations that willโ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsChinese tourists roll with the non-ed visa punches in Phuket

    Chinese tourists roll with the non-ed visa punches in Phuket

    A group of Chinese tourists swept into Phuket this weekend, kickstarting Thailandโ€™s tourism revival under the Non-Immigrant ED Visa, playfully dubbed the Non-Ed Visa. This special pass unlocks the punchline: tourists can now spar in Muay Thai classes, stretching their stay to a whopping 90 days, delivering a knockout blow to the former 60-day limit. The welcoming party at Phuketโ€ฆ

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  • Phuket NewsMyanmar man ignores swimming warning, drowns at Phuket beach

    Myanmar man ignores swimming warning, drowns at Phuket beach

    Tragedy unfolded as a 20 year old Myanmar man drowned at Kalim Beach in Phuket. Despite the presence of a red no swimming flag, Nay Myo Zaw and his friends decided to swim in the area. The incident transpired around 12.23pm yesterday, May 5, with local authorities promptly informed. Nay Myo Zaw arrived at the beach with three of hisโ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsThai farmers feeling the heat: Climate change threatens crop yields

    Thai farmers feeling the heat: Climate change threatens crop yields

    Farmers in Thailand are facing a significant threat from climate change, with an alarming drop in crop yields predicted over the next seven decades. This growing crisis has prompted calls for the government to implement strategies to safeguard food security. Witsanu Attavanich, a lecturer in economics at Kasetsart University, is at the forefront of research into the impact of climateโ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsMan dies from extreme heat in zinc-clad Thai home

    Man dies from extreme heat in zinc-clad Thai home

    In a tragic turn of events, a 39 year old man succumbed to the extreme heat in Thailand, passing away inside his zinc-clad home. His sister recounted the harrowing moments leading up to his final breath, revealing his last words before his untimely death. On the afternoon of May 3, in the community of Premruethai, Bang Phli district, Samut Prakanโ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsThailand schools advised to halt in-person teaching during extreme heat

    Thailand schools advised to halt in-person teaching during extreme heat

    The Basic Education Commissionโ€™s secretary-general issued guidance to all school administrations to halt in-person teachings during periods of extreme heat. Thanu Wongchindaโ€™s announcement, made yesterday, aims to safeguard the health of both students and teachers, considering the potential risk of heat stroke. The first half of April is predicted to bring intense heat, particularly affecting regions such as the northeast,โ€ฆ

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  • Road deathsMotorcyclist severely injured in Maha Sawat tunnel crash

    Motorcyclist severely injured in Maha Sawat tunnel crash

    A motorcycle accident in the Mahai Sawan tunnel en route to Dao Khanong left a man with severe injuries. The incident occurred early this morning, and emergency personnel were quickly dispatched to the scene to assist. Motorcycle accidents are an unfortunate but common occurrence on the roads, and the Mahai Sawan tunnel has been the site of another serious mishap.โ€ฆ

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  • Thailand NewsOnlyFans creator fined in Bangsaen for explicit beach display

    OnlyFans creator fined in Bangsaen for explicit beach display

    A content creator on the adult platform OnlyFans has been fined by Bangsaen police for a sexually explicit public display after her video garnered over two million views. The incident, which took place on the popular Bangsaen Beach in Chon Buri province, involved the woman engaging in sexual acts with a fan. The video, initially posted between November and Decemberโ€ฆ

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  • Phuket NewsPatong police increase beach patrols to curb illegal activities

    Patong police increase beach patrols to curb illegal activities

    Patong police and officials from Patong Municipality ramped up their patrols on Patong Beach to clamp down on violations such as the illegal sale of fireworks and night-time alcohol vending. The increased surveillance, which began on May 3 at 11pm, also seeks to enforce restrictions on the setting up of tables and chairs on the beach. The raid was directed byโ€ฆ

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  • Road deathsFatal high-speed collision involving motorcycle and parked car

    Fatal high-speed collision involving motorcycle and parked car

    In a tragic turn of events, a motorcycle rider lost his life in a high-speed collision with a stationary Toyota Fortuner along a bypass road in Chon Buri yesterday morning. The rider was reportedly riding at an immense speed of over 160 kilometres per hour, as indicated by his speedometer. The unfortunate incident took place at 9.30am on Bypass Roadโ€ฆ

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  • Pattaya NewsDrugged man causing disturbance on Pattaya road apprehended

    Drugged man causing disturbance on Pattaya road apprehended

    With a swift response from Pattaya police and local civilians, a man under the influence of drugs and causing a disturbance on Pattaya Central Road was apprehended in the wee hours this morning, May 5. The incident began at 3.30am when a report reached Deputy Superintendent of Pattaya Police Station, Police Lieutenant Colonel Chaowalit Suwanmanee, about a man behaving erraticallyโ€ฆ

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