- Thailand News
Thailand reassures China, no casinos amid tourism boost
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced that Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed approval of Thailand’s decision not to legalise casinos. The Chinese government plans to promote Thailand as a tourist destination to its citizens. Anutin provided this update on Thailand’s tourism prospects following his return from China on Saturday night, after participating in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meetings in South Korea.…
- Pattaya Travel
Full Moon Party cancelled in Thailand due to national mourning
Koh Phangan, Thailand – The Full Moon Party, a celebrated event on Haad Rin Beach originally slated for November 5, has been cancelled. This follows the passing of Queen Mother Sirikit on October 25 at the age of 93. In her honour, Thailand is observing a period of national mourning, leading to the suspension of major public gatherings. Organisers confirmed…
- Thailand News
Deputy mayor admits to fatal shooting in Prachin Buri home
A deputy mayor from a subdistrict administrative organization confessed to the fatal shooting of two people within a home in Prachin Buri province. The incident, which occurred yesterday, on November 1, was not politically motivated, as confirmed by the police. The Provincial Public Relations Office of Prachin Buri shared images of the crime scene on their Facebook page, detailing the…
- Thailand News
Cambodia withdraws from Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand
The page of Sorayuth Suthasanachinda, a prominent Thai news anchor, revealed that social media is abuzz with a statement from ELEVENTO9, the official licence holder of Miss Universe Cambodia. The organisation announced its decision not to send a Cambodian representative to the Miss Universe 2025 pageant, which is scheduled to take place in Thailand yesterday, on November 1. According to…
- Thailand News
Ex-chef arrested after Bangkok street robbery and police pursuit
A former chef was apprehended after a dramatic police chase following his alleged involvement in a Bangkok street robbery. The 43 year old, known as “Bom” Piraphon Chueachart, reportedly snatched a gold necklace from a 61 year old woman in Bangkok, claiming financial desperation as his motive. Police Major General Siam Boonsom, the Bangkok Metropolitan Police Commissioner, and other senior…
- Thailand News
Princess Sirivannavari leads Thai fabric and craft competition
Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya presided over the national finals of the “Phra Rajawat Siri Ratchapatra” fabric and craft competition yesterday, on November 1. The event, held at ICONSIAM’s Suralai Hall, recognised 15 outstanding works with gold medals while a special award was given to the “Phra Rajawat Siri Ratchapatra Sangsuan Samakhom” fabric by Kalasin’s Montra Thikarn Group. The event was…
- Pattaya News
Pakistani DJ attacked by motorcycle gang in Pattaya
In Pattaya, a 28 year old DJ from Pakistan was violently attacked by a group of more than ten men, suspected to be motorcycle riders. The incident, which was captured on CCTV, took place near Wat Chai Mongkhon Royal Temple in South Pattaya. The victim, Mughal Usama, suffered various injuries and has provided the security footage to the police to…
- Thailand News
Mother seeks justice after teen assault by 11 girls in Surat Thani
In Surat Thani, a shocking teen assault case unfolded when a 36 year old mother, Ruchnanee Aksornsri, reported to local police after her 14 year old daughter was allegedly attacked by a group of 11 teenage girls. The mother was disturbed after seeing a video of the incident and has vowed to pursue the case fully. Yesterday, on November 1,…
- Business News
Trump and Malaysia sign trade and minerals deals to counter China
Today on October 26, US President Donald Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signed a trade agreement and a critical minerals pact in Kuala Lumpur, aimed at enhancing trade across Southeast Asia and countering China’s restrictions on rare earth access. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer noted that Malaysia would adjust its tariffs and non-tariff barriers, which is expected to…
- Northern Thailand News
Four dead, including 3 year old, after car crashes into canal in Phayao
A tragic Phayao accident claimed the lives of four family members, including a 3 year old child, after their car plunged into a canal. The incident took place yesterday, on October 25 at 6.57pm. Police are investigating the cause of this unfortunate event. The accident was reported to the Dok Kham Tai Police Station by the emergency room of Dok…
- Thailand News
Glowing sushi causes health concern over bioluminescence
A Facebook user, “Mild Burusskorn,” recently shared an unusual discovery in the group ‘We Are Consumers’ today, on October 26. The user purchased sushi, only to find one piece glowing blue. This unexpected phenomenon caused concern and confusion, prompting further investigation. The sushi in question was a piece of sweet egg, specifically ordered from the staff after the initial set…
- Thailand News
Jellyfish barbecue leaves five in hospital in Samut Prakan
Early this morning on October 26, five individuals, including four adults and a young girl, collapsed unconscious on a road in Samut Prakan province. They had been enjoying a barbecue party at a housing complex in Bang Pu district when they suddenly fell ill after consuming jellyfish. The group, who had been partaking in the festivities, started experiencing severe symptoms…
- Phuket News
Phuket’s old prison site set for 165.8 million baht park revamp by mid 2026
Construction work on the site of the former Phuket Provincial Prison in Phuket Town is on track for completion by June next year, confirmed Rewat Arfeerob, President of the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO). Rewat explained that the site has been cleared and construction is progressing, with the project now halfway through. He expressed hopes for completion next year. Once…
- Thailand News
Ayutthaya elephants bow to honour the Queen Mother’s legacy
In Ayutthaya, elephant handlers and elephants gathered to pay their respects to the late Queen Mother. This solemn tribute took place at the elephant kraal in Suan Phrik subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya district. Laithonglian Miphan, owner of the Ayutthaya Elephant Palace and Royal Elephant Kraal, along with local residents and staff, participated in the ceremony. Nine elephants, adorned in…
- Thailand News
Call centre scam backfires after targeting Deputy Commander
A call centre gang attempted to deceive a senior police officer by impersonating a mobile network company representative, leading to a search of a condominium in Nonthaburi province. The search resulted in the discovery of equipment potentially linked to illegal activities. Yesterday, on October 25 at 10am, Major General Worachat Saenkham, head of Provincial Police Region 1, along with Deputy…
- Thailand News
Thai Astronomical Society explains mysterious fireball sightings
The Thai Astronomical Society has reported that a bright fireball observed early morning, on October 26, followed by a loud explosion, may be remnants of an ancient comet that disintegrated 10,000 years ago. The society clarified that this fireball is unrelated to the Comet Lemmon, which is over 90 million kilometres away from Earth. At approximately 12.30am on October 26,…
- World News
American woman wins 3 million baht using AI for lottery numbers
A 45 year old American woman has won a lottery prize worth 3 million baht after using ChatGPT to choose her numbers, enabling her to pay off her mortgage. Today, on October 19, international media reported that Tammy Carvey, from Wyandotte, Michigan, emerged as the fortunate winner of over 2.6 billion Vietnamese dong (approximately 3 million baht) after employing ChatGPT…
- Pattaya News
Chinese tourist falls from hotel balcony in Pattaya
In the early hours of today, October 19, the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Unit was alerted to an incident involving a man injured after a fall from a hotel near Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya. The rescue team joined forces with the Pattaya City Police and dispatched a team to the location. Upon arrival, they encountered a Chinese tourist, believed…
- Thailand News
Nakhon Ratchasima landlord seeks tenant after rental mess
A Facebook user recently shared images online to caution landlords about a tenant who left a rental property in a deplorable state. The tenant, a 42 year old woman, rented the house in a housing project in Mueang district, Nakhon Ratchasima province, for approximately one year. The photos reveal a shocking mess of rotting garbage scattered throughout the house, emitting…
- Thailand News
Illegal gambling and e-cigarette URLs surge in 2025
Over 400,000 URLs associated with illegal gambling, e-cigarettes, and alcohol advertisements have been detected this year, according to the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES). Chomparee Chompurat, inspector-general of the DES, stated that a survey was conducted on websites potentially breaching the law from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2025. The findings revealed a significant increase in illegal…
- Thailand News
Police seize 4.4 million meth pills at Thailand-Myanmar border
Police have confiscated 4.4 million methamphetamine pills and detained two individuals suspected of smuggling the drugs near the border between Chiang Rai and Myanmar. According to officials on Saturday, the suspects 41 year old Sira and 34 year old Seri are residents of Mae Fah Luang district in Chiang Rai province. Authorities revealed that the arrest followed intelligence reports indicating that…
- Thailand News
Phuket pushes for stricter cannabis rules to protect tourism image
Phuket’s authorities are advocating for more stringent cannabis regulations after a rise in incidents involving foreign tourists displaying erratic behaviour has negatively impacted the island’s tourism image. Sarayut Mallum, vice-president of the Phuket Tourism Association, highlighted that many instances of foreign visitors behaving unusually have been linked to excessive cannabis consumption. He noted, ‘Some tourists smoked multiple joints consecutively, resulting…
- Thailand News
Tragic delay: blocked ambulance leads to patient’s death in Krabi
A hospital in Plai Phraya, Krabi, issued a statement addressing an incident where a pickup truck obstructed an ambulance, preventing the transfer of a critically ill patient who later died yesterday, on October 18. The hospital expressed deep condolences to the family of the deceased, who suffered from acute myocardial infarction and respiratory failure. The patient was admitted to the…
- Thailand News
Boy with ADHD taken to police after toy gun incident
An 11 year old boy, who aimed a toy gun at a shop owner, was taken to Hat Yai police by his mother, who revealed that he suffers from severe attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and has short-term memory loss. The mother has decided to stop allowing him to sell boiled peanuts. This incident gained attention after a Facebook user…
- Thailand News
Bhumibol Bridges to shine bright on Nawamintharathirat Day
Tomorrow, on October 13, Thailand remembers His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, a revered monarch whose seven-decade reign shaped the nation’s modern history. Born in Massachusetts in 1927, King Bhumibol, Rama IX, ascended the throne in 1946 following the untimely death of his brother, King Ananda Mahidol. Though never destined to rule, his reign became a symbol of compassion, stability, and…
- Thailand News
Fake amulet expert steals collectibles worth over 2 million baht
A man posing as an expert in amulets stole valuable collectible amulets worth over 2 million baht from a 93 year old former naval officer in Chon Buri. The police are actively pursuing the suspect of the amulet theft. Today, on October 12, Police Lieutenant Thanit Thepprakhdi, an investigator from Sattahip police station, reported a theft in a home in…
- Thailand News
Girl, 10, tragically dies from electric shock in Buriram
A tragic incident occurred in Buriram’s Nong Teng subdistrict, Krasang district, when a ten year old girl passed away from an electric shock yesterday, on October 11. The girl’s grandmother, Kaewnapa, 48, a local resident, was grieving as the child was found holding a hairdryer tightly in her right hand. Kaewnapa usually works in Bangkok selling goods and had promised…
- Thailand News
Flooding impacts 17 provinces in Thailand, affecting 340,000 residents
Flooding persisted across 17 provinces today, on October 12, predominantly affecting the Central Plain and the North. Suphan Buri experienced rising water levels, while other areas saw levels remain steady or decrease. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation indicated that residents in eight provinces in the central plain, Uthai Thani, Chai Nat, Sing Buri, Ang Thong, Suphan Buri, Ayutthaya,…
- Thailand News
American man, 70, dies in fall from Chon Buri condo
A 70 year old American man died after falling from a condominium in Jomtien, Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province today, on October 12 at 2.16am. The police, led by Police Lieutenant Chaiyanaret Phengkan from Mueang Pattaya Police Station, responded to the incident alongside a police investigation team and Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan rescue volunteers. The incident occurred…
- Thailand News
Israeli nationals arrested in Koh Samui for counterfeit currency scam
In Koh Samui, Surat Thani, police arrested two Israeli nationals accused of exchanging counterfeit US dollars, causing a loss of 21,840 baht. Both individuals face severe legal action as authorities investigate further to prevent economic disruption. On October 11, officers from Bo Phut Police Station, in collaboration with the Surat Thani Immigration Office (Samui), detained the two Israelis following a…
