- Tourism News
DoA prepares for 14.3% passenger surge during Chinese New Year
The Department of Airport (DoA) is preparing to accommodate an anticipated surge in passengers during the Chinese New Year, with a projected increase of at least 14.3% in visitors to tier-two cities compared to last year, according to the government yesterday, January 22. Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri announced that the ministry has instructed the DoA to carry out a…
- Business News
Thailand drafts law for new financial hub with competitive incentives
The Finance Ministry has completed drafting legislation for a financial hub and plans to present it to the Cabinet by early February. Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul stated that this legislation offers more privileges and authority than the Eastern Economic Corridor laws. The government is committed to advancing this draft law. Once Cabinet approval is obtained, it will be submitted…
- Thailand News
Blackchin tilapia outbreak tackled with new action plan in Thailand
A meeting led by Akarapol Promphao, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, addressed the blackchin tilapia outbreak across 17 provinces. The spread is recorded at a moderate level in eight provinces, with an average density of 12 to 52 fish per 100 square metres. Nine provinces reported low presence, while two provinces showed no presence. The meeting reviewed the revised…
- Business News
US and Thai stocks rise as Trump delays tariff hikes
Global and Thai stock markets experienced a short-term rebound following US President Donald Trump’s decision not to immediately increase import tariffs. Analysts have advised investors to remain vigilant regarding potential policy changes, as current conditions are unpredictable. On January 20, the price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil declined after Trump announced plans to sign an executive order declaring…
- Thailand News
Revenue officer in Udon Thani investigated for livestreaming at work
Yesterday, January 22, a well-known Facebook page highlighted an incident involving a female revenue officer at Ban Ya Subdistrict Administrative Organisation (SAO) in Udon Thani province, who allegedly neglected her duties to livestream during work hours. The content, which sometimes involved suggestive performances and alcohol consumption, attracted significant social media attention. Yuranan Kaewwichian, the head of Ban Ya SAO, acknowledged…
- Chiang Mai News
Chiang Mai police arrest foreigner for selling psilocybin mushrooms
Chiang Mai police apprehended a 59 year old foreign national for illegally selling psilocybin mushrooms mixed with honey to other expatriates. The arrest took place yesterday, January 22, following an operation led by Police Colonel Prachaya Thitsala, head of Mueang Chiang Mai district police station in Chiang Mai province. The operation was executed under the direction of Police Lieutenant Colonel Kathawut…
- Crime News
Illicit cigarettes seized in Buriram; 42 million baht loss reported
Police in Buriram have apprehended wholesalers and small retail shops involved in selling illicit cigarettes with counterfeit excise stamps, imported illegally from China, causing a 42 million baht (US$1.2 million) loss to the state. On January 22, officials from the Excise Department’s regional and local branches, alongside the Central Investigation Bureau, conducted operations in Pakham district and Mueang Buriram district…
- Crime News
Myanmar migrants smuggling ring busted in Ayutthaya
On January 21 at 5pm, Ayutthaya immigration police, in collaboration with highway police, apprehended a 39 year old Myanmar national, Zaw Zaw Lin, and a 32 year old Myanmar national, Nae Sein Ma, for illegally transporting 10 Myanmar nationals in a vehicle. The arrest took place along kilometres 46-47 on Highway 32, Asia Road, Thato subdistrict, Maharaj district, Ayutthaya province.…
- Thailand News
Thai man wins nearly 100 million baht in Korean lottery
A man from Udon Thani, Thailand, has won nearly 100 million baht from a South Korean lottery, sharing the prize with a friend. His mother attributes the win to the positive karma from his good deeds towards his parents. After tax deductions and splitting the prize, each will receive around 30 million baht. The case came to light when reporters…
- Crime News
Pathum Thani wife stabs husband in self-defence during dispute
In Pathum Thani, a domestic dispute between a suspicious husband and his wife ended in tragedy when the wife defended herself by stabbing him, resulting in his death. The incident occurred today, January 23, at 1am in a fourth-floor apartment room within a five-storey building in Mueang district, Pathum Thani province. Police Lieutenant Suwat Phoree from the Pak Khlong Rangsit…
- Thailand News
Thailand faces hazardous PM 2.5 air pollution levels nationwide
IQAir has reported that nearly every area in Thailand currently experiences PM 2.5 levels that are harmful to health. As of 6.23am today, January 23, the global air quality monitoring company released real-time data, revealing the top 10 most polluted districts and cities in the country. The most affected area is Mueang Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Municipality, with a US…
- Thailand Weather Updates
Thailand braces for cold wave and increased monsoon rains
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a weather warning today, indicating cold to very cold weather, particularly in mountain areas, with frost expected in some places. A new cold wave with strong winds is anticipated, while the southern region is facing increased monsoon activity with more rain predicted from today, January 23. Over the next 24 hours, a high-pressure…
- Thailand News
Irrawaddy dolphin to be returned to natural habitat in Prachin Buri
Fishing officials are preparing to return an Irrawaddy dolphin, also known as a bottle-nosed dolphin, back to its natural habitat after it was spotted feeding on fish in the Prachin Buri River yesterday, January 21. The sighting near Wat Bang Tan, Wat Bang Yang, and Wat Bang Toei attracted attention on social media when photographs were posted online. Setthawut Wonglawut,…
- Road deaths
Garbage truck tragedy in Ayutthaya leaves driver dead
In Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, a tragic accident occurred when a garbage truck rolled into a canal, fatally trapping the driver under its wheels. Emergency services had to employ a crane to retrieve both the vehicle and the man. Yesterday, January 21, Police Captain Bunchoed Chuedbaramee from Uthai Police Station, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province, was notified of a fatal…
- Thailand News
Coin hunting frenzy disrupts Kretin Lai Beach, Chon Buri
The popular activity of hunting for Jagat coins, which can be exchanged for real money, is disrupting Kretin Lai Beach in Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province. Yesterday, January 21, at 6.10pm, large groups of coin hunters were seen rummaging through construction materials, rock piles, and even trash, leaving the area in disarray. Residents have expressed concerns about the disorder…
- Road deaths
Driver killed as car crashes into electricity pole in Phetchaburi
A tragic accident occurred when a car veered off the road and crashed into an electricity pole, snapping it in two. The driver, a 59 year old man named Thanakorn, was killed instantly. The incident took place at 6.01pm yesterday, January 21, along Phetkasem Road in Don Khun Huai subdistrict, Cha-am district, Phetchaburi province. Police Lieutenant Suthat Majaeo, deputy inspector…
- Crime News
Family demands justice after cyclist’s death in Chiang Rai
A family is seeking accountability after a 33 year old coffee shop owner and award-winning barista, was fatally struck by a car while cycling with friends in Chiang Rai on October 9 last year. The driver was revealed to be a school director from Chiang Saen district, who has yet to take responsibility for the incident despite previous mediation attempts…
- Thailand News
Golden eel with number-like markings found in Phayao pond
Residents of Ban San in Tha Champhi subdistrict, Mueang district, Phayao province, are abuzz after a unique golden eel was found, with markings resembling numbers on its head. The 54 year old resident who discovered it, Phaiwan, expressed surprise, having never seen anything like it before. The eel, weighing nearly half a kilogramme and measuring 50 to 60 centimetres, was…
- Crime News
Teen girl escapes unwanted advances by boat driver in Ayutthaya
A 14 year old girl was sitting by the waterside with her friend when an unfamiliar boat driver approached, embraced her, and attempted to kiss her. He then insensitively asked, “Shall we go to a hotel? I’ll cover the room costs.” The incident, which took place today, January 20, at the pier in front of the former district office in…
- Crime News
Police arrest man for trafficking 14 year old girl in Narathiwat
Police in Narathiwat have apprehended a 20 year old man involved in an online prostitution operation, where he allegedly arranged for a 14 year old girl to meet clients at a resort, taking a 500 baht commission per encounter. The arrest occurred yesterday, January 21. Police Colonel Songklot Krikkritaya, the acting commander of the Anti-Human Trafficking Division, instructed Police Colonel…
- Thailand News
Hospital admits infant body swap due to name, age similarities
The Department of Medical Services has addressed the issue of a hospital mistakenly swapping two infants’ bodies, acknowledging the error occurred due to similarities in the children’s names and ages, as well as their passing occurring close together. Yesterday, January 21, the Department of Medical Services issued a statement through the Pathology Institute explaining the incident. The institute clarified that…
- Thailand News
Chihuahua attacked by delivery worker in Nakhon Si Thammarat
A delivery worker severely injured a Chihuahua named Samlee, sparking widespread outrage. The incident, reported by the Watchdog Thailand Foundation on their Facebook page, involved the worker assaulting the small dog by stomping on it before slamming it against the ground at the dog’s owner’s house in Nakhon Si Thammarat province. The dog’s owner immediately rushed Samlee to the hospital,…
- Bangkok News
Deadly crash in Bangkok’s Chatuchak leaves two women dead
A tragic accident occurred in the Chatuchak district of Bangkok early today, January 22, when a Mercedes-Benz CLS 220d collided with a motorcycle, resulting in the deaths of two women. The incident was reported to the Phaholyothin Police Station at 5am, following which police and volunteers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation arrived at the scene for investigation. The accident took place…
- Thailand Weather Updates
Thailand braces for cold mornings and air pollution alert
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has forecasted that the cool air mass will continue to blanket the region, leading to cold mornings and frost on mountain peaks. The south will experience rain, and there is a warning for increased air pollution. Today, January 21, the high-pressure system or cool air mass persists over upper Thailand and the South China Sea,…
- Crime News
Cyber police arrest Suphan Buri woman for call centre scam
Cyber police arrested a 32 year old woman from Suphan Buri for her involvement with a call centre scam that targeted a grandmother and her grandson. The scam involved luring victims across the border to Poipet for facial scans, with around 30 people being deceived each month. Yesterday, January 20, Police Lieutenant General Trirong Phiwpan, Commissioner of the Cyber Crime…
- Crime News
Arrest warrant for Thanasun Nilprasert after fatal teacher shooting
An arrest warrant has been issued for Thanasun Nilprasert, also known as Tee Bangluang, following the fatal shooting of a 60 year old former teacher, Nak Anantarangsi, in Nonthaburi. The incident took place on January 18, along Highway 3011 in Bang Pa-in district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province. The police are actively pursuing the suspect and have coordinated with immigration…
- Crime News
Two arrested for illegal loans after vendor’s tragic suicide
Police Region 4 apprehended two men for providing illegal loans with exorbitant interest rates, following the suicide of a fish vendor overwhelmed by debt. The suspects confessed to charging interest rates of 60% monthly. Yesterday, January 20, Police Lieutenant General Chatchai Surachetphong, commanded Police Major General Poomiphat Patrasriwongchai, Police Colonel Kraithong Chaising, and their investigation teams to arrest 24 year…
- Business News
Trump card: Gold prices set to shine amid US policy jitters
Gold prices are predicted to rise by over 6% in the coming three months following Donald Trump’s inauguration as US President, due to uncertainties surrounding US economic and political policies, according to local traders. Hua Seng Heng Gold Futures (HGF) forecasts a 6.38% increase in gold prices within the first three months of Trump’s administration and a 3.3% rise over…
- Thailand News
Thailand urges release of hostages amid Israel-Hamas ceasefire
Thailand is urging the release of Thai hostages from the Gaza Strip following the initiation of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire on January 19. Yesterday, January 20, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) issued a statement concerning the agreement. The statement called for the release of hostages allegedly captured by Hamas during the conflict in southern Israel which kicked off on October…
- Bangkok News
Rising PM2.5 pollution forces Bangkok schools to close
Schools throughout the capital city were compelled to close due to rising PM2.5 pollutant levels reaching unhealthy thresholds yesterday, January 20. Nong Khaem district experienced particularly high concentrations, measuring 77.8 microgrammes per cubic metre at 12.30pm, significantly surpassing the Pollution Control Department’s 24-hour safe exposure limit of 37.5µg/m³. Consequently, two schools in the district were instructed to close, as stated…
