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- Thailand News
Thai man arrested for gold necklace theft after 4-hour standoff
Police arrested a Thai man at an apartment in the central province of Samut Sakhon for the theft of a gold necklace worth nearly 130,000 baht, following a four-hour police operation. The gold thief, 35 year old Nitirat “Mac” Rangnoi, committed the crime at a som tam restaurant in the central province of Nakhon Pathom at 3pm on July 12.…
- Thailand News
Suspect wanted for gold heist at Bangkok department store
A daring heist took place at a prominent department store in Min Buri district, Bangkok, where a lone rider made off with gold weighing 40 baht. The store’s CCTV captured the incident clearly, and the suspect was seen fleeing the scene on Ramkhamhaeng Road. Officers from the Min Buri Police Station responded to a report of a theft at the…
- Thailand News
Man confesses to murder, car theft and gold robbery in Chiang Mai
A suspect has confessed to the murder of a rider and a subsequent gold robbery in Chiang Mai, driven by a desire to help his family pay off a 10 million baht debt from a pyramid scheme. The suspect, an ex-student of a prestigious university, meticulously planned the crime for over a year. Police arrested 27 year old Niphitphon Sombunsukying…
- Press Room
Exploring Digital Gold Trading platforms for modern investors
In the ever-evolving landscape of investment, modern investors in Thailand are increasingly turning to digital platforms for trading in gold. This shift is driven by the convenience, accessibility, and advanced features these platforms offer. As traditional methods of investing in gold give way to digital alternatives, it’s crucial to understand the benefits and functionalities of these platforms to maximize returns…
- Thailand News
Police hunt woman who stole gold amulet and 600 baht in Patong
A woman is being sought by police in Patong for stealing a gold amulet and 600 baht from a smoothie shop early today. Patong police responded to the incident on Sawasdirak Road at 10.50am today after the shop owner, known as Aum, reported the theft. She had closed her shop at 2.30am and found the items missing when she returned…
- Thailand News
Gold prices drop again, jewellery now at 40,850 baht
Gold prices continue their downward trend today, with the Gold Traders Association (GTA) reporting another drop. As of this morning, the price of gold jewellery stands at 40,850 baht per baht-weight, reflecting a decrease of 150 baht from yesterday. Today’s gold prices, as reported at 9.16am, show a decrease when compared to the closing prices yesterday, June 25. The GTA’s…
- Thailand News
Gold shop worker in Samut Prakan caught stealing for gambling
A female employee at a gold shop in Samut Prakan has been caught stealing gold over several months to fund her online gambling habit. The shop owner, 48 year old Chak Kamol Tantarasmee reported the theft to the police at Samrong Tai Police Station, armed with CCTV footage as evidence. Chak noticed irregularities in his employee’s spending habits, which led…
- Thailand News
Gold prices in Thailand rise to 40,950 baht per baht weight
Gold prices in Thailand saw a significant rise today, prompting many to check the latest rates. Compared to the closing price from yesterday, June 18, gold ornaments are now being sold at 40,950 baht per baht weight. According to the Gold Traders Association, the price increase today was 150 baht. As of 9.08am, the local gold bar buying price stands…
- Business News
Gold prices rise with ornaments at 40,750 baht per weight
Gold prices surged today as the Gold Traders Association GTA) announced an increase, with gold ornaments selling at 40,750 baht per baht weight compared to yesterday’s rates. This change was recorded at 9.03am, today, June 12, showing a 100 baht rise from the previous day. Gold bar prices in the domestic market were set at 40,150 baht per baht weight…
- Guides
The top strategies and tips for successful gold trading
Are you thinking about trading gold and entering the realm of online CFD trading? This yellow metal is so important that it has earned a reputation as the ultimate symbol of wealth. And for investors, it has long been considered a valuable asset due to its stability and perceived value in times of economic uncertainty. While trading gold derivatives can…
- Business News
Gold prices expected to rise amid Federal Reserve rate cuts
YLG Bullion International advises investors to accumulate gold as prices consolidate, with expectations of a rise in the medium to long term, particularly after anticipated interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve later this year. Global gold prices have increased by 13.2% this year as of today, driven by high demand from central banks and institutional investors amidst tightening supply,…
- Thailand News
Elderly Thai couple’s buried backyard gold stash vanishes (video)
An elderly Thai couple lost more than 200,000 baht worth of gold accessories after burying them in their backyard in the northern province of Lamphun on Monday, June 3. The elderly man, 71 year old Prawet Sitha, asked officers from Pasang Police Station to help track down the thief who dug up the gold accessories from his backyard. Prawet explained…
- Thailand News
Golden pumpkin vine in Phayao draws villagers seeking luck
A unique golden-hued pumpkin vine has captured the attention of villagers in Phayao, prompting them to seek luck and fortune. The vine, located in the vegetable garden of Amphorn Chaithong’s home, has drawn a crowd eager to witness and worship the unusual plant. The golden pumpkin vine, planted near the fence of Amphorn Chaithong’s residence in Cham Pa Wai, Mueang…
- World News
Record meth seizures in Southeast Asia’s Golden Triangle
In a recent report released yesterday, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) disclosed that East and Southeast Asia are currently grappling with an unprecedented influx of methamphetamine and other synthetic drugs. This surge is largely sourced from the Golden Triangle, an area where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos converge. Historically recognised for opium cultivation and…
- Thailand News
Heartbroken Thai man discovers girlfriend’s true nature as gold thief
A Thai man was heartbroken to discover that his girlfriend of six years was a thief, stealing gold accessories and bars from him worth over 2 million baht. The Thai man, 33 year old Anupong, filed a complaint against his girlfriend at Prachachuen Police Station after the woman revealed her true nature three months after moving into his Bangkok home.…
- Thailand News
Engineer gifts bride 120 baht of gold matching her weight
A young engineer made headlines by presenting 120 baht of gold, equivalent to the bride’s weight, as a dowry. The event, attended by many notable figures, took place yesterday in Pathum Thani. Kriangkrai Kadsa, known as Joe, led a vibrant procession to ask for the hand of Kewalin Kitiwan, also called Annie. The bride’s family, originally from Kamphaeng Phet, had…
- Thailand News
Buriram village builds shrine for Golden Boy replica
The local municipality and residents are actively constructing a replica shrine and lifelike statue of the Golden Boy at the excavation site, using funds raised through faith and donations. A grand ceremony is planned for July 18 to honour the artefact. Following the repatriation of the bronze sculptures of Lord Shiva, known as the Golden Boy, and the Kneeling Female…
- Business News
Gold trading in the era of financial regulatory changes
The gold market has undergone significant changes in recent years due to evolving financial regulations across the globe. With increased oversight and restrictions, gold traders have had to adapt to this new environment. This article explores how gold trading has been impacted by financial regulatory changes and what traders need to know going forward. Increased Capital Requirements One of the…
- Thailand News
Thai courier claims to lose 2 million baht in gold on Bangkok road
A Thai courier filed a complaint with the police, claiming she lost 2 million baht in gold on the Borommaratchachonnani Road in Bangkok while delivering the valuables to a gold shop she worked for. The 58 year old woman named Pailin Kaewphet filed a complaint at Bang Yi Khan Police Station yesterday, May 23, stating that she lost gold necklaces…
- Thailand video news
Thailand Video News | Singapore Airlines turbulence tragedy, Looted ‘Golden Boy’ artefact repatriated from USA
In this Thailand video news, Alex covers recent news from Thailand, passengers on a Singapore Airlines flight recounted the chaos during severe turbulence that led to a fatal heart attack and multiple injuries. A British tourist’s vacation in Phuket ended tragically following a jet ski accident. Thailand’s Defence Minister plans to review special laws in the Deep South amidst rising…
- Thailand News
Ladyboy duo nabbed for stealing gold necklace from Indian tourist
Police arrested two Thai ladyboy thieves for gold necklace theft in Pattaya after one of them was caught pretending to hug an Indian tourist and stealing his necklace worth about 60,000 baht. The 50 year old victim, Subhash Petloj, reported the incident, which occurred around 10.50pm on May 9 to Mueang Pattaya Police Station. Petloj explained that he was relaxing…
- Thailand News
Thai gold prices climb slightly to 41,500 baht per baht-weight
Gold prices in Thailand saw an uptick today, as reported by the Gold Traders Association (GTA), marking a slight increase from yesterday’s stagnant figures. As of today, May 16, the price of gold ornament per baht-weight was listed at 41,500 baht, reflecting a 50 baht rise from the closing price on May 15. The latest update from the GTA, published…
- Business News
Golden stability: Prices hold firm above US$2,300 despite brief dip
With a steady hold above US$2,300 during the early days of May, gold prices remained relatively unchanged, following a brief dip to the lowest level since the start of April. The first half of this year is anticipated to experience intense volatility in prices owing to factors such as the US economic health, global interest rate fluctuations, and the Middle…
- Thailand News
Thai ornament gold price hits 40,950 baht, investors watch closely
Gold prices in Thailand saw a continuous rise, with the Gold Traders Association (GTA) marking the opening of the market with an uptick. Those interested in the precious metal would note the significant increase in the selling price of ornament gold, which reached 40,950 baht per baht-weight as of today, May 8, showing a 50 baht increase from the previous…
- Thailand News
Gold ornament prices leap to 41,200 baht in surprise surge
Gold prices soared unexpectedly, prompting swift action from interested buyers, as the latest figures from the Gold Traders Association (GTA) showed a significant jump. Today, gold ornaments’ selling price broke through to 41,200 baht per baht-weight, an increase of 350 baht from the previous day’s closing price. The surge in gold prices is not just an isolated economic event but…
- Thailand News
Laotian man loses gold necklaces while sleeping drunk in Pattaya (video)
A Laotian man is seeking public help after losing two gold necklaces worth about 80,000 baht while sleeping off the after-effects of drunkenness on a footpath in Pattaya. The 37 year old Laotian man urged Channel 3 to share his story to seek a clue leading to the apprehension of the gold necklace thief. The man also issued a warning to…
- Crime News
Laotian tourist’s 80,000 baht gold necklace stolen in Pattaya
Emerging from the nocturnal charm of Pattaya, an intriguing tale of a Laotian tourist and a vanished 80,000 baht (US$2,150) gold necklace has surfaced. The unfortunate incident unfolded early this morning, May 1, along the bustling Sukhumvit Road in the Nongprue sub-district, Banglamung district, Chon Buri province. The victim, Detnakhon Inthakoummane, a 37 year old Laotian national, recounted his ordeal…
- Thailand News
Thai delight: Thailand a Golden Week hotspot for Japanese tourists
Online booking platform Agoda declared Thailand as the second most popular destination for Japanese tourists during the Golden Week according to the search data. Agoda yesterday revealed the search data of Japanese nationals during Japan’s Golden Week, April 29 to May 6, and reported that Thailand emerged as the nation’s second most popular destination. While South Korea took the top…
- Thailand News
Thai gold shop owner saves parents hundreds on student uniforms
A gold shop owner in Roi Et province has become a local hero by offering a unique solution to parents struggling with the cost of student uniforms. Wimol Archasantisuk, the brains behind this heartening initiative, turned heads with his generosity. Wimol, the compassionate owner, embarked on a mission to ease the financial burden on parents gearing up for the new…
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Japan’s hotspots for Golden Week getaways
As Japan gears up for its Golden Week, holidaymakers hunt for the perfect getaway destination. The latest data from travel giant Agoda unveils an intriguing trend: Thailand is stealing the spotlight. Amidst the anticipation for Golden Week, which stretches from April 29 to May 6 this year, Japanese wanderlusts are setting their sights on Thailand like never before, making it…
