Bob Scott

Bob Scott

Bob Scott is an experienced writer and editor with a passion for travel. Born and raised in Newcastle, England, he spent more than 10 years in Asia. He worked as a sports writer in the north of England and London before relocating to Asia. Now he resides in Bangkok, Thailand, where he is the Editor-in-Chief for The Thaiger English News. With a vast amount of experience from living and writing abroad, Bob Scott is an expert on all things related to Asian culture and lifestyle.
  • Pattaya NewsBangkok brawl leaves two teens dead, one injured in soi showdown

    Bangkok brawl leaves two teens dead, one injured in soi showdown

    Two teenagers were found dead yesterday and another 16 year old was severely injured following a fatal brawl involving several teenagers in Soi Udomsuk 26, Bang Na in Bangkok. Bangkok police received a report at 11.30pm, Sunday, July 7, regarding the killing and injuries. Upon arrival, officers and rescuers discovered the bodies of the two victims, one 14 and the…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya plunged! Streets submerged after heavy rain havoc

    Pattaya plunged! Streets submerged after heavy rain havoc

    Heavy rainfall early today in Pattaya City led to severe flooding, submerging streets and stranding numerous vehicles. The sudden downpour created chaos in various key locations, significantly impacting daily life. Many cars and motorcycles were unexpectedly caught as water levels rose swiftly, particularly affecting sedans parked along roadsides. Notable areas such as Third Road, the Mum Aroi Restaurant intersection in…

  • Thailand NewsNoodle vendors stir up fortune with thai-rrific 6 million lottery win

    Noodle vendors stir up fortune with thai-rrific 6 million lottery win

    Two noodle vendors struck gold by winning the top prize in the Thai government lottery, each receiving 6 million baht. The lucky pair attributed their win to a handsome lottery ticket seller who persuaded them to buy the last two tickets he had. The Thai government lottery results were announced for the draw held yesterday, July 1. The winning number…

  • Cannabis NewsThailand’s high hopes: Cannabis convo ignites after doc’s article

    Thailand’s high hopes: Cannabis convo ignites after doc’s article

    The national media in Thailand recently highlighted a significant discussion on the medical use of cannabis, sparked by an article from Associate Professor Dr Pattapong Kessomboon of Khon Kaen University’s Department of Family Medicine. Dr Pattapong addressed widespread misconceptions regarding cannabis, emphasising its overlooked medical benefits. Dr Pattapong pointed out that certain groups have been fixating on cannabis as merely…

  • Crime News26 drug addicts escape Krabi rehab, 11 recaptured by police

    26 drug addicts escape Krabi rehab, 11 recaptured by police

    Royal Thai Police (RTP) reported yesterday that 26 recovering drug addicts escaped from a rehabilitation foundation in Mueang, Krabi. The group allegedly stole a long-tail boat to make their way to Mueang Krabi, with some escapees later seen walking along Hemthanon Road. After nearly an hour, police managed to capture 11 of the escapees. The police negotiated with the 11…

  • Tourism NewsElephant riders rescue tourists in deep water after rafting mishap

    Elephant riders rescue tourists in deep water after rafting mishap

    A group of tourists found themselves in a perilous situation when their raft capsized in a raging river in Chiang Mai province yesterday. Swift action by a team of elephant riders ensured their safe rescue. The incident occurred when a sudden strong current overturned the tourists’ raft, leaving them stranded in the middle of the river. Clinging desperately to the…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya burglar caught red-handed, faces fury of locals

    Pattaya burglar caught red-handed, faces fury of locals

    A suspected burglar faced the wrath of angry residents in Pattaya after being caught attempting another break-in early this morning. The incident occurred today, July 1, at a villa village on Soi Thappraya 15, within the Nongprue sub-district of Banglamung district, Chon Buri province. The alleged repeat offender, Thanapat Sangjamrang, was detained by the villagers before being handed over to…

  • Phuket NewsRain check: Floodgates open as downpours dampen Phuket spirits

    Rain check: Floodgates open as downpours dampen Phuket spirits

    The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) released an updated report on the recent flooding in Phuket, following heavy rains that caused significant disruption across the popular holiday resort island. Floodwaters inundated roads and homes, while landslides and fallen trees rendered several routes impassable. The TMD highlighted that water levels in Kathu had largely decreased, making most roads passable, including those…

  • Thailand NewsThai woman admits 90 million baht lottery win was a scam

    Thai woman admits 90 million baht lottery win was a scam

    A Thai woman from Nakhon Phanom stirred controversy this week by claiming she scooped a whopping 90 million baht on the lottery with 15 winning tickets drawn on December 30, 2022. The woman, Pa Porn Premmanee, a medium from Nam Kam in the That Phanom district, initially alleged that she had not yet received the full prize money. This claim…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya club chaos: Manager stabbed by bartender

    Pattaya club chaos: Manager stabbed by bartender

    A tragedy was narrowly avoided at a newly opened club in South Pattaya when the manager was stabbed by a bartender. Pattaya City police officers responded to the assault report at 4.06am yesterday, June 27, finding 48 year old Peerasak Saeng-arun with a severe stab wound to his torso. Rescuers provided first aid before rushing him to a nearby hospital…

  • Business NewsBaht to hit 37.25 per US dollar amid global currency slump

    Baht to hit 37.25 per US dollar amid global currency slump

    The Thai baht is expected to plummet to 37.25 against the US dollar in the near future, as Asian currencies have weakened to their lowest levels since 2022. This decline is driven by ongoing global volatility and outflows from Thai stock and bond markets amid uncertainty surrounding US interest rate cuts, according to economists. The Thai currency yesterday dropped to…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya’s future rings in with 5G Smart City initiative

    Pattaya’s future rings in with 5G Smart City initiative

    Pattaya City and National Telecom Plc (NT) have embarked on a groundbreaking collaboration to develop the 5G Pattaya Smart City project. On Tuesday, Pattaya City Mayor Poramase Ngampichet and NT President Colonel Sapphachai Huwanan formalised this partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at Pattaya City Hall. This initiative focuses on integrating advanced technologies such as 5G Internet, artificial…

  • Pattaya NewsKratom caper: Thai cops shrimp on illegal juice joint

    Kratom caper: Thai cops shrimp on illegal juice joint

    The Royal Thai Police (RTP) swooped on an abandoned shrimp warehouse in Samut Sakhon following reports of a man distributing all-you-can-drink kratom juice to immigrant workers. Mueang Samut Sakhon Police Station officers, alongside relevant agencies, responded to complaints from residents about a group of Burmese workers frequently gathering at the warehouse for kratom juice. Signs advertising a drink buffet were…

  • Thailand NewsJulian Assange plea deal leaks path to freedom

    Julian Assange plea deal leaks path to freedom

    Julian Assange yesterday agreed to plead guilty to an espionage charge in a move aimed at securing his release. The founder of WikiLeaks is currently en route to Australia, having been freed from prison in the United Kingdom after consenting to admit to breaching United States espionage laws. The 52 year old editor, publisher, and activist will admit to conspiring…

  • Crime NewsBritish pedophile’s 30-year Thai escape leads to 30 new charges

    British pedophile’s 30-year Thai escape leads to 30 new charges

    A British pedophile arrested at a London airport after hiding in Thailand for almost 30 years is facing an additional 30 historic sex-related charges. Richard Burrows, one of the UK’s “most wanted” fugitives, saw his 50-year reign of terror come to an end when he was apprehended on Thursday, March 28, at Heathrow Airport after hiding in Thailand and evading…

  • Thailand NewsRevered monk’s lost diamond ring returned for 50,000 baht

    Revered monk’s lost diamond ring returned for 50,000 baht

    A diamond-studded gold ring, blessed by the revered monk Luang Por Perm and lost during a ceremony, has been returned to its owner, earning the finder a 50,000 baht reward. The story began when a Facebook user, Pong Lotus Ayutthaya, reported losing the precious ring at a merit-making ceremony at Wat Hua Khung in Suphan Buri on June 16. The…

  • Thailand NewsBull-dozed: Wild chase ends in tragic crash near Khao Yai

    Bull-dozed: Wild chase ends in tragic crash near Khao Yai

    A wild bull fatally crashed into a cement pillar while chasing a resident near Khao Yai National Park in Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima. The incident occurred at 9.40am yesterday, June 23, when park officials received the alarming report. Surasawadee Rueangjab, the headwoman of Pong Ta Long Subdistrict, stated that a resident was gathering vegetables near the park’s boundary when a…

  • Thailand NewsMonk gone rogue: Novice vanishes from temple, reappears briefly

    Monk gone rogue: Novice vanishes from temple, reappears briefly

    A 16 year old novice monk who went missing from a temple in Kanchanaburi, was found in Nonthaburi but has since disappeared again, leaving only his sash and a note behind. Yesterday, June 20, at Bang Bua Thong Police Station in Nonthaburi, Somchit, the abbot of Wiakakee Temple in Sangkhla Buri, Kanchanaburi, and Wichai Saisangsin, the village headman, travelled from…

  • Business NewsAutostore drives into Thailand for robotic expansion

    Autostore drives into Thailand for robotic expansion

    AutoStore, a leading automated fulfilment system company based in Norway, has chosen Thailand for its second overseas robot manufacturing base to strategically position itself closer to key markets. Mats Hovland Vikse, chief executive at AutoStore, revealed the thinking behind the move. “Since 2012, our robots have been manufactured and shipped exclusively from Poland. With increased demand in our automated fulfilment…

  • Thailand NewsWat’s the charge? Temple’s electricity bill leaves abbot in asterisk-ing confusion

    Wat’s the charge? Temple’s electricity bill leaves abbot in asterisk-ing confusion

    The abbot of Wat Pa Amphawan Khunanusorn in Buriram was left puzzled after receiving the temple’s electricity bill, which lacked both the FT charge and the total amount due, instead showing only asterisks. This led to confusion about how to pay the bill or if the temple might be getting free electricity this month. He urged officials to thoroughly check…

  • Pattaya NewsPattaya tourists tread tightrope as bike rentals hog Beach Road

    Pattaya tourists tread tightrope as bike rentals hog Beach Road

    Complaints have arisen in Pattaya over motorcycle rental businesses allegedly monopolising public parking spaces along Beach Road, causing significant inconvenience for tourists. Residents yesterday voiced their concerns to the media, highlighting how these businesses park dozens of motorcycles on the roadside, making it challenging for tourists to find parking. Some motorcycles are even illegally parked, obstructing traffic and making it…

  • Cannabis NewsProfessor warns against reclassifying cannabis as illegal narcotic

    Professor warns against reclassifying cannabis as illegal narcotic

    Professor Panthep Puapongphan, Dean of the College of Oriental Medicine at Rangsit University, voiced concerns regarding efforts to reclassify cannabis as an illegal narcotic. He believes that such a move could worsen drug-related issues rather than improve them. Prof. Panthep stressed that cannabis has played a significant role in helping individuals quit more harmful substances like methamphetamine and heroin. He…

  • Thailand NewsAncient skeletons found in Nakhon Ratchasima to resume excavation

    Ancient skeletons found in Nakhon Ratchasima to resume excavation

    Further archaeological excavation is set to continue at a site in downtown Mueang district, Nakhon Ratchasima, where three ancient human skeletons were discovered last month. The Culture Ministry confirmed that the Fine Arts Department (FAD) will oversee the allocation of funds for the excavation, which is currently paused due to the rainy season. Workers unearthed the skeletons while landscaping near…

  • Crime NewsMan arrested for running illegal kratom beverage plant in Min Buri

    Man arrested for running illegal kratom beverage plant in Min Buri

    Police in Min Buri apprehended a man behind a kratom beverage production facility, investing heavily in water filtration equipment. The operation involved high-quality production methods to ensure superior product standards. Police Major General Kiattikul Sonthinen, along with his team, yesterday, June 12, led an investigation into the facility located on Rat Uthit Road, Saen Saep Subdistrict, Min Buri District, Bangkok.…

  • Thailand NewsFather’s shadow: Bride’s emotional whirlwind at wedding doppelgänger

    Father’s shadow: Bride’s emotional whirlwind at wedding doppelgänger

    A bride became emotionally overwhelmed when she encountered a man at her wedding who bore a striking resemblance to her father, who died three years ago. The man’s appearance, mannerisms, and even his name closely resembled those of her late father, prompting a wave of nostalgia and tears. A TikTok user with the handle chadaporn002 posted a video featuring a man…

  • Pattaya NewsTwo fishermen rescued after boat capsizes off Jomtien Beach

    Two fishermen rescued after boat capsizes off Jomtien Beach

    Two fishermen were rescued after their small fishing boat capsized off Jomtien Beach amid strong waves and winds. One of the fishermen was seriously injured. The incident occurred around 7.06am today. The Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Foundation received a call about a boat capsizing and two people falling into the water and sustaining injuries. Upon arriving at the scene, rescue…

  • Pattaya NewsDeaf shoeshiner in Pattaya inspires with dedication and skill

    Deaf shoeshiner in Pattaya inspires with dedication and skill

    A deaf shoeshiner in Pattaya has captured the admiration of netizens for his perseverance and dedication. Known as Kai, his story surfaced online after a local journalist saw him cleaning a tourist’s shoes on Pattaya Beach. Kai earns his living by offering shoe cleaning services to tourists. Despite being deaf and mute, he communicates with customers using a sign that…

  • Business NewsBonding issues: Political turmoil shakes Thai investor confidence

    Bonding issues: Political turmoil shakes Thai investor confidence

    Thailand’s escalating political risks are making foreign investors hesitant about the nation’s bond market, despite a cautious return in May after a six-month break. In May, global funds bought US$511 million worth of Thai bonds, a notable difference compared to larger acquisitions in Indonesia, India, and South Korea. Comparative indicators of foreign investment show Thailand lagging behind its regional counterparts.…

  • Thailand NewsRocking history: Ancient artefact unearths Srivijaya secrets

    Rocking history: Ancient artefact unearths Srivijaya secrets

    Archaeologists revealed that an ancient sandstone artefact discovered in some temple grounds dates back to the era of the Srivijaya Kingdom. A history tour group stumbled upon the sandstone while visiting Wat Palilaik in tambon Lamet. The group quickly informed Chaiya District Chief Chaowalit Rodjanarat about their find, suspecting the artefact to be over 1,000 years old due to its…

  • Crime NewsKanchanaburi police race to rescue British teen’s lost luggage

    Kanchanaburi police race to rescue British teen’s lost luggage

    Kanchanaburi Tourist Police swiftly responded to a report concerning a British teenager who yesterday left his shoulder bag on a taxi’s roof. The 19 year old man, identified as Southgate, had travelled from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi and forgotten his bag, containing his passport, a 50 baht banknote, and some foreign currency, on the taxi’s roof upon arrival at his guesthouse.…