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Kazakhstan’s first direct flight lands in Surat Thani
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Scat Airlines today celebrated the inaugural direct flight from Almaty, Kazakhstan to Surat Thani. The flight carrying 212 passengers, landed at Surat Thani International Airport this morning at 7.30am. The Thai Ambassador to Kazakhstan, Chatchawan Sakornsinsuwan, accompanied the flight, along with Kazakhstani travel operators and media, receiving a warm welcome from local officials.…
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Barking mad: Real estate giant faces online backlash over free pet
A renowned real estate company suffered an online backlash after launching a campaign offering a free pet with the purchase of a luxury home. The campaign, which allows buyers to choose from five different breeds of dogs or cats, sparked widespread criticism. A Facebook user publicly addressed the company in an open letter, expressing concerns over the potential negative impacts…
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Fisherman discovers body in tragic canal drowning accident
A fishing trip along an irrigation canal quickly took a tragic turn when a local fisherman discovered the floating corpse of a man who had been missing since the previous night after taking a quick dip in the canal, citing excessive heat. The incident occurred yesterday when Police Lieutenant Nutthaphat Chan-narong from the Amphawa Police Station received a report of…
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Rayong beach’s dark waters leave a foul odor but no fishy business
The Thai police investigated the appearance of black water at a beach in Rayong, finding a foul odour but no dead marine life. It is suspected that wastewater flowed into the sea following heavy rain over the past week. The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources, along with the Eastern Gulf of Thailand Marine and Coastal Resources Research Center and…
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Temple abbot redeems motorcycle to help struggling family (video)
A temple abbot used his personal funds to redeem a motorcycle that a woman had pawned to pay for three months of overdue electricity bills. The act was a gesture of gratitude for the family’s daily almsgiving. The abbot posted the story on his personal Facebook page, recounting the heartwarming story. “Today, I have a good story to share with…
- Thailand News
Taxing times: Tourism Minister stands firm with 300 baht tourist tax
In a recent press conference, Thailand’s new Tourism and Sports Minister, Sermsak Pongpanich, hinted at the impending introduction of a tourist tax, known as the Kha Yeap Pan Din, translating to a landing fee. Although no specific timeline was provided for its implementation, the newly-appointed minister emphasised the unlikelihood of abandoning the proposed tax. Sermsak, formerly the Culture Minister, assumed…
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Thailand leads in fresh durian exports to China, 121 tonnes by April
Thailand firmly established itself as the top exporter of fresh durians to China, with over 121,398 tonnes shipped in 2024, according to Global Trade Atlas (GTA) data. Additionally, mango exports to South Korea have surged, influenced by favourable trade agreements. Government spokesperson Chai Wacharong announced that Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce revealed new data showing the country exported fresh durians to…
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Buddhist teacher kills neighbour over grass cutting noise
A man teaching Buddhist principles through livestreams attacked and killed his neighbour over noise complaints during a grass-cutting session. The incident occurred yesterday in the Chai Wan district of Udon Thani at 11.30am, after police received a report about a fatal assault. Police Lieutenant Phaitoon Uipako, alongside investigators and medical staff from Chai Wan Hospital, arrived at the scene, a…
- Thailand News
British man arrested on Koh Pha Ngan for illegal tour operations
Police arrested a British man in Koh Pha Ngan yesterday for illegally working as a tour guide, charging foreign tourists 70,000 baht each and enjoying free accommodations in Thailand. Reports received today detail that Deputy Superintendent of the Tourist Police Division 5, Sak Sirah Phueak-am, Commissioner of the Tourist Police, in collaboration with the district chief of Koh Phangan, had…
- Thailand News
Thailand urged to adopt nuclear power for carbon-zero goals
Nuclear power and artificial intelligence (AI) are suggested as viable public policies to assist Thailand in achieving carbon-zero and sustainable development goals. This solution is suggested by the Chief Executive Officer of the Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group, Suphachai Chearavanont. Speaking at the Bangkok Post Conference 2024, Suphachai emphasised the significance of these measures in Thailand’s sustainability efforts. He highlighted the…
- Thailand News
Bangkok crackdown on street vendors: Pay up or pave the way
Bangkok City Hall is set to implement stringent measures aimed at regulating street vendors, targeting their income, enforcing tax compliance, and ultimately eliminating hawking on pavements. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt announced these measures following a meeting focused on enhancing the orderliness of the city’s surroundings. New regulations for vending on streets and in other public areas will soon come into…
- Thailand News
Authorities destroy over three tonnes of unripe durians in Uttaradit
Authorities in Uttaradit Province ordered the destruction of over three tonnes of unripe durians intended for export to China. The move followed complaints from the owner of a packing plant who suspected that substandard durians were mixed with quality ones, potentially damaging the country’s reputation. Today, the inspection team led by Police Major General Sutthipong Pektong, Superintendent of Uttaradit Provincial…
- Thailand News
Phu Sang National Park and Laos join forces to prevent wildfires
Phu Sang National Park in Phayao province has partnered with Laos to tackle the persistent issue of forest fires sustainably. By creating firebreaks, the initiative aims to prevent the spread of wildfires beyond designated areas. Head of Phu Sang National Park, Bantham Somsuwan disclosed that every year, forest fires frequently occur in the park’s jurisdiction. The majority of this area…
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Thai private sector seals 40 million baht meal deal with Dubai
Thai private sector, led by Phumtham Wechayachai, signed a significant food export agreement with Dubai, kicking off with an immediate order worth 40 million baht and aiming to exceed 100 million baht by year-end. Efforts to expand into the Middle Eastern market are now underway. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce Phumtham Wechayachai revealed that he witnessed the signing…
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Foundation donates wheelchairs to disabled individuals in need
The Pure Hearts Foundation collaborated with the Ministry of Labour to uplift the spirits of disabled people in Nakhon Ratchasima by donating wheelchairs. The Pure Hearts Foundation, led by Chairperson Theerarat Nawamawat, joined forces with the provincial labour office, employment office, the director of Skill Development Institute 5, and the Thai Smile Group public relations team in Nakhon Ratchasima to…
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Thailand targets a position of Asia’s leading data centre giant
In a bid to position itself as a regional data centre powerhouse, public and private organisations attended the NextGen Data Centre Conference 2024 yesterday, drawing upon inspiration from Singapore and Malaysia to extend Thailand’s presence in the industry. The event, hosted by Siemens and Krungthep Turakij brought together key players from both public and private sectors within the industry. The…
- Thailand News
Monk in scandalous video leaves Kalasin locals in disbelief (video)
A controversial video featuring a bald man engaging in a sexual act sparked widespread criticism due to the resemblance to a well-known monk, the abbot of a forest temple in Kalasin province. Recent reports confirm the monk’s absence from the temple. Malai Khotsri, the village head of Ban Khok Klang, Kuchinarai District, Kalasin, today confirmed seeing the viral clip of…
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Desperate taxi driver shoplifts to take care of bedridden wife
A taxi driver from Nonthaburi has been arrested for repeatedly stealing from a convenience store to care for his bedridden wife. The 53 year old man had committed 16 thefts over nearly a month, with a total stolen value of 4,444 baht. Most of the stolen items included food, household goods, and adult diapers, with each theft amounting to no…
- Thailand News
Court sentences ex-police officer to death for fatal Trang shooting
Initially acquitted, an ex-police gunman faces the death penalty for the fatal shooting of a couple in Trang. The couple were buying materials for their rubber latex business at the time, before being violently gunned down. The tragic event occurred on September 9, 2021, in front of the Khuan Mao Cockfighting Stadium in Trang Province. The victims, 39 year old…
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Bullying brother stabbed 11 times in Chon Buri family altercation
A violent altercation between siblings in Chon Buri erupted when a brother stabbed his older sibling 11 times, leaving the latter severely injured. The younger brother claims his brother, in an intoxicated state had instigated the incident, bearing his own weapons. Police Colonel Komsan Kamtunkaew received a report of a stabbing in Sattahip. Upon arrival at the scene, authorities found…
- 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
Woman arrested for 2.8 million baht fraud and nude clip scheme
The Royal Thai Police (RTP) arrested a woman for her alleged involvement in a nude clip scheme and a 2.8 million baht investment scam impersonating a well-known platform where she reportedly coerced victims into sending nude clips in exchange for withdrawing their investment money. Police Major General Teeradech Thammasuthee, today, alongside an investigative team, apprehended 29 year old Arisa under…
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Duck vendor found dead in pickup truck at Samut Prakan shrine
A tragic discovery took place in front of a Buddha shrine in Samut Prakan today, where a vendor was found dead inside a pickup truck. The deceased had left a note but the cause of his death remains unknown. The Deputy Inspector of Samrong Nuea Police Station in Samut Prakan, Asanee Kongkerd, received a report of a man’s death inside…
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Disease Control warns of mpox surge after Songkran festival
Thailand’s Department of Disease Control issued a warning about a significant rise in mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, cases following the Songkran festival, with the majority of cases reported in Bangkok. The Thai authorities are urging vigilance and advising the public to monitor for symptoms. Since the first detection in July 2022, Thailand has recorded a total of 787 mpox…
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Thai monk files police complaint over leaflets alleging affair
A prominent Thai monk filed a police complaint after anonymous individuals scattered leaflets accusing him of attempting to have an affair with a married woman. This incident has tarnished the reputation of the well-known temple in Uthai Thani province. Today, a reporter visited the temple in Taluk Du subdistrict, Thap Than district, Uthai Thani, where the controversy unfolded. Somchai, 52…
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Noodle KO: Former Muay Thai boxer busted for drug trafficking
The Thai authorities apprehended a former Muay Thai boxer involved in drug trafficking at a noodle shop in Din Daeng, Bangkok. The suspect, identified as 21 year old Supakrit was found with a substantial amount of crystal methamphetamine and ketamine. A police spokesperson revealed that the suspect was apprehended at a noodle shop in Din Daeng based on a tip-off…
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Students attacked by knife-wielding teens in Samut Prakan
A group of first-year vocational college students riding motorcycles home encountered a terrifying attack by six teenagers wielding knives, leaving two injured. The incident took place at 5pm yesterday, May 28, on Suksawat Road in Phra Samut Chedi, Samut Prakan. Police Lieutenant Sunthorn Pimphan from Phra Samut Chedi Police Station received a report about a group of students being attacked…
- Thailand News
Jealous rider stabs girlfriend, locks her in rented room
A rider consumed by jealousy violently attacked his girlfriend with a knife, leaving her severely injured and locked inside a rented room in Pathum Thani. Her cries for help alerted neighbours, who then called her son to rescue her and rush her to the hospital just in time. At 8.30pm yesterday, the Deputy investigator of Pak Klong Rangsit Police Station…
- Thailand News
Thailand faces mental health crisis with nearly 10 million affected
Nearly 10 million individuals in Thailand are grappling with mental health issues, with almost 11% of the population at risk of suicide, according to the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC). Additionally, around 16% of the population experiences regular stress. Secretary-General of NESDC, Danucha Pichayanan highlighted the gravity of the situation as the agency released its first-quarter report on…
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Cracking news: Egg prices to soar due to extreme weather
As announced by the Thai Cooperative Network for Chicken Egg Producers, egg prices are set to rise by 20 satangs per egg tomorrow, citing the extreme weather as the reason for the increase. The farm price for eggs will be 4 baht each, marking an increase of 6 baht per tray. The members of the network include producers from Chachoengsao,…
