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Why is Bangkok's air quality so bad?
Imagine waking up early in Bangkok and you see all the beautiful morning fog from your balcony, but as you sip your coffee you realise it's just Bangkok's air pollution that's making the sun rise aesthetic. Ranked as the 36th...
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Bangkok ‘bins’ old habits with new waste charge coming in June
The capital city is about to bin its old ways as the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) rolls out a fresh charge on waste that could take effect by June. Say goodbye to the flat 80-baht fee and hello to a new pay-as-you-throw system designed to get residents to separate their rubbish. It’s all about making Bangkok cleaner and greener and…
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AoT to compensate residents 12 billion baht for airport noise
Airports of Thailand (AoT) is set to distribute 12 billion baht as compensation to residents affected by noise pollution from the third runway at Suvarnabhumi Airport. This decision follows a meeting held on Monday, November 25 involving the AoT, the Transport Ministry, and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to address residents’ demands for relief from the noise generated by aircraft…
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South Korean influencer sparks concern regarding Thai work permit
The Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD) is being urged to investigate the activities of South Korean Internet celebrity Ji Gamin. Concerns focus on whether Ji operated within legal parameters during her time in Thailand, including work authorisation and tax compliance. Songchai Niamhom, who leads the Prachapak Phithak Sathaban group, formally submitted a complaint to Major General Phutthidet Boonkrapue, head of…
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Thailand’s travel tech revolution: TAGTHAi celebrates milestones
In a grand celebration at the Royal Pavilion of The Royal Bangkok Sports Club, TAGTHAi, Thailand’s innovative travel app, gathered the nation’s top tourism and business leaders to honour its achievements and influential partnerships. The event underscored TAGTHAi’s commitment to elevating Thailand’s tourism through cutting-edge technology and collaboration, boosting both renowned destinations and hidden gems alike. Representatives from over 40…
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No dirty money: Thai politician denies links to The iCon scandal
Embattled politician Samart Janechaijittawanich is vehemently denying accusations of money laundering amid allegations that he received millions of baht from The iCon Group, a direct sales company currently under investigation for alleged public fraud. Samart insists the funds were merely “loans and donations” and has vowed to prove his innocence within two weeks. According to Department of Special Investigation (DSI)…
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India launches new flights to Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur this winter
International travel from India’s Kolkata is in for a major lift this winter, as two major airlines ramp up connections to Southeast Asia. With Thai Lion Air launching four weekly flights to Bangkok and Malaysia Airlines resuming its pre-pandemic route to Kuala Lumpur, Kolkata travellers are set for a world of new options. Starting December 16, Thai Lion Air, a…
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Thai star stuns Hollywood with historic Emmy win (video)
Thai actress Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying, also known as Aokbab, dazzled New York by winning the Best Performance Emmy for her outstanding role in Netflix’s Hunger. Thai cinema’s new leading lady is bringing more than just street food to the table. Aokbab secured the prestigious Best Performance by an Actress award at the 52nd International Emmy Awards in New York City. Her…
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Cross-border travel: Thailand and Cambodia relaunch bus services
For the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic hit the brakes, Thailand and Cambodia are set to resume their cross-border bus services, reconnecting Bangkok with Phnom Penh and Siem Reap this Friday, November 29. After more than three years of halted operations, travellers can once again hop on board for a seamless journey between these iconic destinations. The announcement came…
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Thai man sorry for brutal assault of Bangkok taxi driver (video)
A Thai man yesterday turned himself in at a police station after brutally assaulting a 70 year old taxi driver following an accident on Borommaratchachonnani Road in Bangkok on November 19. The old driver, who has no family members, remains in hospital since the incident. A viral video shared on a Facebook news page showed the motorcycle rider, later identified…
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Three confess to attacking monk at TV station in Bangkok (video)
Three people have confessed to attacking a monk, citing personal feelings as their motivation, denying any hired involvement. The incident took place at a popular television station, leaving the monk injured. The lawyer of the three suspects, 45 year old Panuphan, 56 year old Thanathat, and 53 year old Chawalit, addressed the media yesterday, November 25 at 12.40pm at Bang…
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Heavy rain warning issued for 13 Thai provinces, flash flood risk
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for heavy rainfall affecting 13 provinces in the South, with risks of flash floods and forest runoff. Northern Thailand will experience a temperature drop of up to 5 degrees Celsius (°C). The TMD released its second announcement, highlighting the potential impact of severe weather from tomorrow to November 30. A new wave…
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Thai man arrested at Bangkok airport for baht luxury bag scam
Police at Suvarnabhumi Airport apprehended a 36 year old Thai man attempting to flee the country after allegedly scamming several individuals out of over 100 million baht through the sale of counterfeit luxury brand bags. Thanawat’s arrest was executed by immigration police at the airport in Bang Phli, Samut Prakan, at 5pm yesterday, November 25. The arrest warrant had been…
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Bangkok issues rabies alert after infected animals found
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) issued a warning to residents in Bangkok and Samut Prakan to remain vigilant after rabies-infected animals were discovered at the On Nut 86 waste disposal centre in Prawet district, Bangkok. Rabies continues to be a significant concern for both animals and humans, posing life-threatening risks if contracted. The warning extends to those residing within a…
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Bangkok police gets medical training to enhance emergency skills
The Police Hospital in Bangkok is enhancing the tactical medical skills of officers through a comprehensive training programme. The initiative aims to increase the capabilities of police in handling tactical medical emergencies. The training, known as Police Tactical Emergency Care (PTEC), involves 240 officers, divided into four groups of 60. The primary goal of this programme is to equip police…
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12 year old boy saves suicidal teen girl from Chao Phraya, Bangkok
Thai media outlets and netizens praised a 12 year old boy for the rescue of a 17 year old girl from an attempted suicide in the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok on Friday. The Ruamkatanyu Foundation at Bang Phong Phang Police Station Facebook page shared a video of the young hero on Friday, November 22. In the caption, the foundation…
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Thai PM yet to unveil new stimulus to boost economic growth
After nearly three months in office, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is poised to influence Thailand’s economic growth through a series of new stimulus proposals. These measures aim to address various economic challenges and are anticipated to be unveiled shortly. The National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) recently projected Thailand’s GDP growth to be between 2.3% and 3.3% for 2025,…
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Don Mueang: Fake bomb threat on flight to Hat Yai causes chaos
A foreign national was arrested after making a fake bomb threat on a flight bound for Hat Yai, causing chaos for passengers and staff. The individual claimed stress from family issues as his motivation, leading to significant disruption. Security at Don Mueang Airport was alerted when a call was received, warning of a bomb on a flight to Hat Yai.…
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Arrest warrants issued for false reports against Big Joke’s wife
The Bangkok South Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for three individuals, charged with filing false reports against Big Joke’s wife. The incident involves allegations made by 50 year old Sirinadda Hakhapan, the wife of former Deputy Police Chief Police General Surachate Hakparn, aka Big Joke, who reported the matter to Phra Khanong Police Station. The accused include 50 year…
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Bangkok allocates 14.54 billion baht to settle BTS Skytrain debt
The Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC) has sanctioned a substantial budget of 14.54 billion baht for the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to address its debt to Bangkok Mass Transit System Plc (BTSC), the operator of the city’s BTS Skytrain. This decision follows a proposal submitted by Bangkok’s governor, Chadchart Sittipunt, during a BMC meeting. Chadchart presented a draft ordinance requesting the…
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Thai court dismisses petition against Thaksin for lack of evidence
Thailand’s Constitutional Court has unanimously dismissed a petition against Thaksin Shinawatra and the Pheu Thai Party, citing a lack of credible evidence. This petition, filed by Teerayut Suwankesorn, accused the former prime minister and his party of undermining the constitutional monarchy under Article 49 of the Constitution. The court’s decision, made yesterday, November 22, closes the chapter on these allegations,…
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Thai welfare cardholders must verify eligibility by December 26
Thailand’s Ministry of Finance is urging 1 million holders of the state welfare card to verify their eligibility and confirm their identity by December 26 to secure their benefits. These individuals, part of the 14.5 million registered cardholders, have not yet confirmed their identity, leaving their welfare benefits unclaimed. Julaphan Amornvivat, Deputy Minister of Finance, announced this following a meeting…
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Bangkok students assaulted, stripped, blackmailed by classmates
Two female students from a vocational college in Bangkok are seeking justice after being physically assaulted by three classmates and forced to undress in front of a camera. The victims, identified as 18 year old A and 16 year old B, contacted social media influencer Guntouch “Gun” Pongpaiboonwet for assistance, fearing they would not receive justice after filing a complaint…
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Thai woman’s U-turn after ex-husband’s abduction (video)
A Thai woman survived an abduction by her ex-husband and his friend thanks to the help of motorists on a road in Bangkok. She later decided to withdraw the legal charges against them following a request from her ex-father-in-law. Numerous witnesses and motorists on Pracha Uthit Road in Bangkok successfully rescued the 26 year old woman, identified as Daranee, from…
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Highway expansion boosts Bangkok-eastern Thailand connection
Highway 3481, a vital route connecting Bangkok to eastern provinces such as Chachoengsao and Prachin Buri, has undergone a significant upgrade. The road has been expanded from two lanes to four, a development aimed at easing transport between the bustling capital and the eastern regions. This expansion, executed by the Department of Highways, is set to enhance travel within the…
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Thai man falls to death from condo near Bangkok, motive unknown
A Thai man fell to his death from the 11th floor of a luxury condominium in the Mueang Thong Thani neighbourhood in the Pak Kret district in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. Officers from Pak Kret Police Station, along with the Institute of Forensic Medicine and the Por Teck Tung Foundation, responded to the incident, which occurred at around 2pm, yesterday,…
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British lawyer latest to fall in Laos alcohol poisoning tragedy
A British lawyer has become the latest fatality of alcoholic poisoning in Laos taking the death toll to five people. The chilling incident has sent shockwaves across the globe. The British lawyer Simone White is the tragic fifth victim in a series of suspected mass poisonings in Laos, Southeast Asia. A UK Foreign Office spokesperson grieved alongside her family, confirming…
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Bangkok court drops Thai activist’s spyware suit: Amnesty
In a controversial ruling, the Bangkok Civil Court has dismissed Thai activist Jatupat Boonpattararaksa’s lawsuit against NSO Group Technologies, sparking outcry from rights advocates. Jatupat had accused NSO Group of failing to prevent his alleged targeting with Pegasus spyware, a tool widely criticised for its role in surveillance abuses worldwide. Amnesty International’s Thailand Researcher, Chanatip Tatiyakaroonwong, condemned the court’s decision.…
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Bangkok Airways employs French jets to support tourist surge
As Thailand’s tourist influx hits an all-time high, Bangkok Airways is scrambling to keep up, turning to France for reinforcements. In a bid to tackle its aircraft shortage, Bangkok Airways (PG, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi) has secured a wet-lease deal with French airline Amelia (8R, Paris Le Bourget), which will provide two Airbus narrowbody aircraft to support the Thai carrier’s operations over…
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Thailand set to rock world stage with plans to boost events scene
Thailand is getting ready to rock the world stage with a grand plan to revitalise its events infrastructure, turning it into a prime destination for global sports and entertainment. Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong outlined an ambitious vision to transform Bangkok’s National Stadium into a state-of-the-art multi-function stadium, poised to host everything from international sports competitions to blockbuster concerts.…
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Aussie teen dies in Bangkok after Laos poisoning, 4 dead
One of the Melbourne teenagers on an idyllic backpacking adventure in Asia has died in a Bangkok hospital from a suspected methanol poisoning incident in Laos. Bianca Jones, a 19 year old Australian tourist, became the latest person to die from a suspected methanol poisoning incident in Laos after drinking vodka shots. The Aussie teen’s death is the fourth in…
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