Month: May 2026
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Thailand News | Tourist injured after risky Songthaew backflip in Pattaya, gear mistake leads to fire at Bangkok petrol station
In the news today we’ve got some tourists in Pattaya engaging in both risky and lewd behavior in separate incidents, Prime Minister Anutin has ordered a crackdown on badly behaved tourists, it’s not all tourists behaving badly, though, as two Thai teen suspects have been arrested for robbing an aussie in Pattaya, speaking of Australia a large shipment of heroin…
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Thai driver, Chinese nationals caught in Sa Kaeo after 70km chase
A suspected smuggling operation was exposed in Sa Kaeo yesterday, May 6, after police arrested a Thai pickup driver following a 70-kilometre chase through Prachin Buri, Chachoengsao and Sa Kaeo, with six Chinese nationals found inside the vehicle. The pursuit began after highway police received a tip-off that Chinese nationals were being transported from the Sa Kaeo border to Bangkok.…
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Thai couple arrested for stealing animals from 2 Bangkok zoos
Two suspects were arrested at their accommodation in Don Mueang after stealing three animals from two zoos in Bangkok on May 1. Pata Zoo shared sketch images of the suspects, a man and a woman, on its official Facebook page yesterday, May 6, along with details of the incident and descriptions of the pair. The theft took place at around…
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MP urges action as Thai youth depression hits 26.9%
Democrat Party MP Karndee Leopairote, yesterday, May 6, urged the government to strengthen mental health support for young people after citing rising rates of depression and self-harm among Thai youth. Speaking during a House of Representatives meeting at Parliament, Karndee said she was raising the issue both as an MP and as a mother after her daughter told her that…
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Airports of Thailand confirms higher international passenger fee from June 20
Passenger service charge (PSC) for international departures are set to increase from 730 baht to 1,120 baht starting June 20, following approval from the Ministry of Transport of Thailand. Airports of Thailand (AOT) President Paweena Jariyathitipong announced yesterday, May 6, that the revised passenger service charge (PSC) had officially received approval after earlier plans were proposed in February. The PSC…
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No mafia in Phuket, only foreign criminals
Phuket Provincial Police Commander confirms the province is free of mafia networks and ransom operations. Crypto extortion plots were orchestrated by foreign nationals attempting to strike and flee, but all were arrested. Authorities are actively cracking down on foreign nominees taking local jobs. Pol. Maj. Gen. Sinlert Sukhum, Commander of the Phuket Provincial Police, gave an interview on May 6,…
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Chinese tourist beaten to death inside unlicensed Pattaya pub
A Chinese tourist died after being attacked inside an unlicensed entertainment venue in South Pattaya, following a fight that began during a snooker game late yesterday, May 6. The Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Pattaya rescue centre received a report of an assault at 11.06pm inside a venue in Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri. Police from Pattaya City Police…
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French students describe their Mirror Foundation internship as valuable experience
Two French university students shared their experiences working with the Mirror Foundation internship programme in Thailand, describing the placement as an opportunity to support underprivileged communities while learning about Thai culture and teamwork. The Mirror Foundation published the students’ experiences on its official Facebook page on Tuesday, May 5, as part of efforts to promote its internship programme and encourage more…
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Dream Vegas: A Beginner’s Guide to Payments and Account Access
Dream Vegas is one of the better-known brands run on White Hat Gaming’s platform. For Canadian players the two practical concerns are simple: how do I get money into and out of my account, and how do I sign in securely so I can play without surprises? This guide walks through the common payment routes available to Canadians, the account…
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Pattaya teens arrested over stabbing, robbery of Australian tourist
Two teenagers were arrested last night, May 5, in a Pattaya theft and assault case after an Australian tourist was allegedly stabbed with scissors and robbed of AU$6,000 (about 140,000 baht) in a room in South Pattaya. Pattaya police and Tourist Police arrested the two transgender suspects, aged 17 and 16, at 8.16pm. Officers seized scissors and an amount of…
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Sisaket officials face criticism over error on sign at wildlife protected area
An error on a sign in Sisaket drew attention online after a Thai woman highlighted incorrect English wording on an official sign at a wildlife protection area, which read “Hunting zone” instead of “Non-hunting zone”. Facebook user, Boonprakong Maxso, shared a video of the sign on May 2, criticising the translation used on the notice installed at an animal hunting…
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Western Decor Corporation targets growth in 2026 as renovations drive demand for premium tiles
Western Decor Corporation (WDC), Thailand’s leading importer and distributor of premium floor and wall tiles, has announced a positive outlook for the high-end decorative materials market, remaining resilient despite the broader economic slowdown. Growth is being fueled by the robust luxury housing segment and a rising trend in high-value home renovations. The company also introduced innovations aligned with four key…
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Real estate jobs in Thailand: What expats can (and can’t) legally do in 2026
Picture yourself showing a luxury condo in Thonglor to a European buyer, or helping a family from Singapore find their dream villa in Phuket. A real estate career in Thailand is genuinely exciting, and for expats with the right profile and the right structure, it is still very much on the table. The keyword is structure. The rules around how…
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Ubon Ratchathani man dies from rabies after puppy scratch
A man from Ubon Ratchathani died from rabies after he was scratched by a Siberian Husky puppy, prompting livestock officials to vaccinate more than 600 dogs and cats within a 5 kilometre radius of the outbreak site. The story was shared today, May 6, by Dr Worapol Charoenporn through the Facebook page สุขภาพดีไปกับหมอวรพล, after he spoke with the deputy governor…
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Budget-friendly Bangkok rentals near MRT Blue Line for remote workers
Bangkok consistently ranks among the top cities in the world for remote work, and the reasons are not hard to see: low cost of living, fast internet, a deep pool of co-working spaces, and a food scene that makes eating out cheaper than cooking. Most guides push Sukhumvit, but rentals near MRT stations tell a different story, and on the…
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Woman kills boyfriend with car in Saraburi after breakup attempt
A Thai woman intentionally killed her boyfriend by ramming her car into his motorcycle on a road in Saraburi province today, May 6, after he attempted to end their relationship. Officers from Mueang Saraburi Police Station were alerted to the incident on Phahonyothin Road during the afternoon and coordinated with rescuers from Ruam Katanyu Foundation to assist the victim. According to Channel…
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Russian man arrested over unlicensed Phuket fishing tours
A Russian man accused of running an illegal tour operation in Phuket was arrested at sea today, May 6, after police traced fishing trips allegedly sold through Telegram to Chalong, Mueang Phuket, Phuket. The case began with a tip-off to the Tourist Police hotline. Police were told that a group of foreigners had been advertising tour packages on Telegram, prompting…
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Interpol wanted South Korean man arrested in Pattaya for scam operation
A South Korean scam suspect wanted under an Interpol Red Notice was arrested at a luxury condominium in Pattaya on his birthday, April 22, during a joint operation involving Thai and South Korean authorities. Thailand’s Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) yesterday, May 5, released details of the operation, which targeted foreign criminal suspects hiding in Thailand. Among those arrested was a…
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Elderly driver’s gear mistake starts Bangkok petrol station fire
An elderly driver crashed into fuel pumps at a petrol station in Bangkok this morning, May 6, causing a fire that destroyed his car and damaged two fuel dispensers. No injuries were reported. The incident happened at about 7.14am at a Bangchak petrol station on Rama II Soi 94 in Samae Dam subdistrict, Bang Khun Thian district. Firefighters from Bang…
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Missing abbot confirms safety after disappearing since March
A former abbot, who had been reported missing in Ayutthaya province since March, appeared at Bang Rak Police Station in Bangkok yesterday, May 5, and confirmed he was safe after leaving monkhood. The former abbot, 58 year old Sombat Sirisuwanno from Sanam Chai Temple in Ayutthaya, had lost contact with temple staff and relatives on March 17. According to earlier…
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Thailand plans 80 billion baht airport expansion to become aviation hub
Thailand airport expansion projects worth around 80 billion baht are being prepared as the government moves ahead with plans to position the country as a regional aviation hub. Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn recently met with Airports of Thailand (AOT) executives and related officials to discuss aviation development projects aimed at improving airport facilities and passenger capacity.…
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Thailand News | Nationwide checks ordered after Foreign worker permit concerns, Thailand’s first Pokémon centre coming to Bangkok in 2026
In the news today, following the raid earlier this week at a childcare facility on Koh Phangan, the labor minister has ordered a nationwide inspection of foreign workers, in ASEAN news Thailand is moving to cancel its longstanding maritime agreement with Cambodia, in Phuket, a foreign man begging with a child has brought calls for action from locals, at Wat…
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Police seize heroin hidden in Thai clothing sets bound for Australia
Police in Phuket seized more than six kilogrammes of heroin hidden inside 48 Thai clothing sets on April 30 after a suspicious parcel shipment from Loei was sent to a house in Sakhu, Thalang, allegedly for onward delivery to Australia. The shipment, packed in two sacks, was sent through a private delivery company from Chiang Khan district, Loei, to a…
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Several figures enter race ahead of Bangkok governor election in June
Several candidates began presenting their campaigns ahead of the Bangkok governor election 2026, while the current governor, Chadchart Sittipunt, announced that he would start his campaign after his term ends this month. The terms of Chadchart and members of the Bangkok Metropolitan Council are scheduled to expire on May 21. Elections for the Bangkok governor and 50 council members representing…
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Surin man arrested over child sexual abuse material on Telegram
A dental assistant was arrested yesterday, May 5, in Surin after officials uncovered a Telegram group allegedly selling child sexual abuse material, including videos involving girls as young as 13 years old. The arrest took place at a house in Surin following an investigation by the Department of Provincial Administration and local police into suspected human trafficking and online sexual…
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Foreign tourists filmed in alleged sex act in Pattaya sea
A group of foreign tourists, believed to be Russian nationals, were filmed allegedly engaging in sexual activity in the sea in Pattaya despite repeated warnings from bystanders, according to a witness who recorded the incident. The footage circulated online and showed eight foreign tourists, four men and four women, allegedly entering the water together while intoxicated. No source has confirmed…
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Petrol station owner raises alarm after man smashes head on plate, leaves
A Thai man smashed his head into a food plate while eating at a restaurant in a petrol station in Saraburi, prompting concern over his mental health and safety. CCTV footage from a chicken rice shop inside a petrol station in Nong Khae district, Saraburi province, circulated on social media and attracted attention from several Thai media outlets. The man,…
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How global gaming turns local through sports and online play
Global gaming used to involve one giant audience moving in the same direction. That is no longer how the market feels from the player side. The same internet that spread games worldwide has made regional habits more visible, from Southeast Asia’s mobile-first communities to Australia’s sports-led online entertainment moments. A useful way to understand this shift is to see games…
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Donald Duck Bay in Phang Nga ranks among world’s top 10 beaches
Three Thai beaches are included in the 2026 World’s Best Beaches list by Global Travel Experts, with Donald Duck Bay in Phang Nga ranked among the world’s top 10. The annual list is compiled from votes by more than 1,000 travel professionals worldwide. Beaches are assessed based on criteria such as uniqueness, wildlife, unspoiled natural environment, natural soundscape, accessibility, calm…
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Samuel Leeds posted about buying a villa in Thailand. The internet said he was wrong. He wasn’t
When a British property millionaire announced he had bought a £1.3 million villa in Phuket, Thailand, and would pay zero tax on his global income as a result, Twitter’s Community Notes flagged it as misinformation. The law says otherwise. When Samuel Leeds posted on X that he and his wife, Amanda, had signed contracts on a freehold condominium in Phuket…
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13,000 mislabeled canned fish seized at Samut Sakhon factory
Thai officials have seized more than 13,000 cans of canned fish at a factory in Samut Sakhon after finding products labelled as mackerel were made with a different species. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) launched the inspection today, May 5, after a video posted on Facebook raised concerns about the contents of canned fish not matching the label. Although…
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Phuket man loses 58,000 baht in money showing scam by foreigners
A Thai man lost 58,000 baht to a group of foreign suspects outside a bank in the city centre of Phuket last night, May 4, after reportedly showing cash to a foreign woman. The victim shared details of the incident with the Phuket Times Facebook page. He said he had arrived at the bank at around 6pm to withdraw cash…
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Cigna’s May offer: Save up to 20% on international health insurance for life
If you have been putting off sorting your health insurance in Thailand, May 2026 is the month to do it. Cigna Global is running an exclusive offer this month, save up to 20% on international health plans, and that discount stays with you for the lifetime of your policy. The offer runs until May 31, 2026, and applies to new…
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Tourists told to move by Wat Arun photographers in fresh complaint
A tourist complaint has put photographers at Wat Arun back in the spotlight after visitors claimed they were told to move from public areas to make way for paying photo clients. The incident was shared on social media on May 5, with claims that a group of photographers at Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan in Bangkok told tourists to move away…
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Why two white oxen decide Thailand’s agricultural forecast every May in the Royal Ploughing Ceremony
Every May, two sacred white oxen are led across Sanam Luang, the vast ceremonial field opposite Bangkok’s Grand Palace, while Brahmin priests chant in Sanskrit, celestial maidens scatter blessed rice seed, and thousands of spectators wait for the moment the formal procession ends so they can rush onto the field and scoop up handfuls of dirt. This is the Royal…
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Foreign scammer targets Phuket restaurants with confusion trick
At least three restaurant owners in Phuket fell victim to a foreign scammer who reportedly used confusion tactics to take money from the victims. A restaurant owner in Phuket, identified as Benz Paitoon, shared details of the incident on Facebook along with CCTV footage yesterday, May 4. He said the suspect, whose nationality is unknown, entered his shop and purchased…
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