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    Moving to Thailand offers a prospect full of excitement and adventure, but in the same vein, if any injuries were to occur (and god forbid it does), the local healthcare system can be confusing at first glance for many expats...

  • Krill-iant phenomenon: Millions wash ashore a Phuket beach | Thaiger

    Krill-iant phenomenon: Millions wash ashore a Phuket beach

    Mai Khao Beach in Phuket experienced a peculiar occurrence as millions of krill washed ashore over the weekend. The event sparked worry among local villagers, particularly due to the unusual purple colour of the krill, as opposed to their typical pinkish-red hue. Winai Sae-ew, the Village Headman of Moo 4, Mai Khao, inspected the beach yesterday afternoon. During his investigation,…

  • Hong Kong Airlines flight’s hiccup leads to Bangkok u-turn | Thaiger

    Hong Kong Airlines flight’s hiccup leads to Bangkok u-turn

    A technical glitch forced a Hong Kong Airlines flight to make an abrupt return to Bangkok shortly after taking off for Hong Kong. The incident occurred yesterday, March 31, and involved flight HX780, which was ferrying over 200 passengers. Flight data indicates that the Airbus A330-300 twin-jet aircraft began to circle the airspace shortly after its 2am departure. By 2.25am,…

  • German and Canadian charged for illegal kung fu course (video) | Thaiger

    German and Canadian charged for illegal kung fu course (video)

    Police arrested a German and a Canadian man for illegally conducting a Shaolin kung fu training course on Koh Pha Ngan, an island in the southern province of Surat Thani. Pha Ngan Tourist Police and Immigration Police arrested 37 year old German man Somphet Daoheuang and a 34 year old Canadian man Arbely Natalie Rubalcava Rojo at a yoga training…

  • Thai government stakes its future on casino complex amid pressure | Thaiger

    Thai government stakes its future on casino complex amid pressure

    The Government of Thailand is under pressure to review the specifics of the proposed casino and entertainment complex, aimed at boosting economic growth. According to Senator Sangsit Piriyarangsan, who has been investigating casino legalisation, the current plan requires adjustments. Sangsit argues that the bidding process for the casino complex project should not be exclusive to Thai companies. By enabling foreign…

  • Russian couple’s dine and dash attempt exposed in Phuket restaurant | Thaiger

    Russian couple’s dine and dash attempt exposed in Phuket restaurant

    A shameless cheating Russian couple insisted they had settled their bill at a Phuket restaurant after being accused of attempting to dine and dash. They later falsely incriminated a Thai waitress of theft but their deception was exposed by CCTV footage, forcing them to apologise and settle the bill. The restaurant shared security footage of the incident on a Facebook…

  • Industrial Commission exposes Chinese steel mill’s law violations | Thaiger

    Industrial Commission exposes Chinese steel mill’s law violations

    The Industrial Commission in Thailand has exposed law violations on the back of a Chinese steel mill crane collapsing in Rayong. This mill, as it turns out, is under Chinese ownership. The revelation led by Industrial Commission Chairman Akaradej Wongpitakroj has brought to the surface allegations of multiple Thai law violations by these Chinese investors. The commission informed the public…

  • Thailand Video News | Rising risk of Dengue Fever and Influenza, PM Srettha Thaivisin believes in a more democratic Thailand | Thaiger

    Thailand Video News | Rising risk of Dengue Fever and Influenza, PM Srettha Thaivisin believes in a more democratic Thailand

    In this video, Alex and Jay unfold the latest news in Thailand. Beginning with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin champions democratic values while the Department of Disease Control (DDC) warns of heightened influenza and dengue risks amid COVID-19 worries. Recent incidents, including gas cylinder explosions and a crackdown on child exploitation, underscore the need for swift action. However, moments of heroism, like…

  • Sony sparks economic surge with billion-baht investment in Thailand | Thaiger

    Sony sparks economic surge with billion-baht investment in Thailand

    Sony Semiconductor Solutions today declared a billion-baht investment in Thailand to boost the nation’s stuttering economy. The announcement, which came to light on Saturday, March 30, revealed an investment surpassing 2.57 billion baht for the construction of a manufacturing factory. The manufacturing site is slated for completion by March 2025. According to reports, it will be tasked with the production…

  • Thai police arrest foreigners for fraud in Bangkok and Pattaya | Thaiger

    Thai police arrest foreigners for fraud in Bangkok and Pattaya

    The Thai Immigration Police Bureau (IBP) successfully apprehended two foreign nationals, originating from South Korea and Taiwan, in Pattaya and Bangkok. Both individuals were being actively pursued by their respective countries for allegations of fraud. The first individual apprehended, known under the alias of Oh, is a 51 year old hailing from South Korea. He was found in a condominium…

  • ATPD uncovers prostitution ring in Bangkok, 16 arrested | Thaiger

    ATPD uncovers prostitution ring in Bangkok, 16 arrested

    The Thai Anti Trafficking In Persons Division (ATPD) made a significant breakthrough in their mission to combat illegal activities, apprehending 15 undocumented male workers from Myanmar and a Thai massage shop owner in the bustling district of Wang Thonglang, Bangkok. This incident took place within the confines of the bustling Lat Phrao shopping complex on March 30. A tip-off from…

  • Speedboat capsizes off Sri Racha coast: All passengers rescued | Thaiger

    Speedboat capsizes off Sri Racha coast: All passengers rescued

    A speedboat, carrying ten passengers, found itself at the mercy of the vigorous waves and gusty winds off the coast of Sri Racha, in East Thailand, ultimately capsizing. Fortunately, all passengers were promptly rescued, escaping unharmed. The incident unfolded around 2pm on Thursday, March 28, within the space between the Harbour Bridge and the Silo Bridge in the Surasak area…

  • Pattaya streets shaken by underwear-sniffing thief debauchery | Thaiger

    Pattaya streets shaken by underwear-sniffing thief debauchery

    The tranquil streets of Soi Sawang Fa 2 in Pattaya, have been rocked over the past couple of weeks after a knicker-sniffing pervert was spotted stealing underwear to fulfill his debauched desires. Local authorities are now on the hunt for an unidentified man, believed to be in his thirties and of an average physique, who has been adding a touch…

  • Lawyer Sittra Biabungkerd to deliver data on alleged police bribery | Thaiger

    Lawyer Sittra Biabungkerd to deliver data on alleged police bribery

    A prominent Thai lawyer is set to deliver critical data regarding alleged bribery allegations, which involve online gambling networks and the national police chief, Torsak Sukvimol, along with his spouse, to the Move Forward Party (MFP) today. The secretary-general of the Foundation of People’s Lawyers, Sittra Biabungkerd, had previously submitted similar documents related to the case to the national police’s…

  • Phuket karaoke bar raided, operator arrested for child prostitution | Thaiger

    Phuket karaoke bar raided, operator arrested for child prostitution

    An illicit karaoke establishment in Phuket‘s Rassada district, found to be providing sex services by girls as young as 13 years old, was raided by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), ultimately leading to the arrest of the female operator. The arrest was part of a larger police initiative aimed at individuals involved in the procurement of minors for sexual services.…

  • Nonthaburi police bust counterfeit shampoo ring selling for 100 baht | Thaiger

    Nonthaburi police bust counterfeit shampoo ring selling for 100 baht

    Police recently cracked down on a counterfeit shampoo operation in Nonthaburi, leading to the arrest of a 58 year old woman and her 30 year old nephew. Engaging in a deceptive practice, they were caught refilling used branded shampoo bottles with their concoction and passing them off as genuine products at local markets, with a startling two bottles being sold…

  • Elderly Bangkok vendor robbed at knifepoint for gold and cash | Thaiger

    Elderly Bangkok vendor robbed at knifepoint for gold and cash

    A 72 year old woman was threatened and robbed at knifepoint at her street vendor stall by a male and a female assailant. The incident occurred at approximately 5.31am today in the Bang Khae district of Bangkok, leaving the septuagenarian victim, Srirat (last name withheld), without two gold necklaces weighing a combined five baht and an unspecified amount of cash.…

  • Three Thai dishes rank in the world’s top ten best, says Tasteatlas | Thaiger

    Three Thai dishes rank in the world’s top ten best, says Tasteatlas

    In a recent release by Tasteatlas, a renowned global food website, Thailand’s culinary prowess has been recognised once again. Three of the nation’s iconic dishes – phat kaphrao, khao soi, and phanaeng curry – have carved their place among the top 10 in the world’s one hundred best dishes list. Basking in third place on the Tasteatlas list is phat…

  • Prachuap Khiri Khan prison manages Covid-19 with emergency operations centre | Thaiger

    Prachuap Khiri Khan prison manages Covid-19 with emergency operations centre

    The Covid-19 situation at Prachuap Khiri Khan prison in Thailand is set to be managed by an imminent emergency operations centre (EOC), following the identification of infection clusters. This development comes as the public health permanent secretary, Dr Opas Karnkawinpong, reported intensified surveillance in the wake of 79 confirmed Covid cases at the prison. The first infection was detected on…

  • Online prayer nets over 100,000 baht windfall and 200 Thai treats offered in thanks | Thaiger

    Online prayer nets over 100,000 baht windfall and 200 Thai treats offered in thanks

    A fortunate individual’s online prayer for luck turned into a windfall of over 100,000 baht (US$ 2,700), leading to a generous offering of 100 sets of traditional Thai boat noodles and 100 sets of coconut milk desserts as a gesture of gratitude. The offerings were made at the revered hermitage of the hermit in Ayutthaya, which has recently gained popularity…

  • Blaze engulfs Sisaket building following gas cylinder explosions | Thaiger

    Blaze engulfs Sisaket building following gas cylinder explosions

    A commercial building in Sisaket province was engulfed in flames early this morning, following two explosive sounds suspected to be from gas cylinders. The blaze rapidly spread, causing chaos as firefighting teams rushed to extinguish the fire, which started at 4.10am near Luang Sumangkalaram Temple. Police officer Weerawich Sriponduan from the Sisaket City Police Station immediately attended the scene alongside…

  • Late night Prachinburi crash leaves 3 injured, prompts road safety reminder | Thaiger

    Late night Prachinburi crash leaves 3 injured, prompts road safety reminder

    A tragic road accident occurred late last night, leaving three individuals severely injured, one of whom suffered amputations. The incident took place at approximately 3am today in the area of Prachinburi province when a Toyota Fortuner lost control around a bend and collided with a factory employee waiting for his partner to finish work. At the entrance of a local…

  • Navy sailor saves Dutch expat’s life with CPR in Thai shopping centre | Thaiger

    Navy sailor saves Dutch expat’s life with CPR in Thai shopping centre

    The coastal district of Chon Buri in Sattahip shopping centre, Makro, witnessed an act of heroism yesterday, March 30, when a navy sailor, CPO2 Niwat Khanghang, leapt into action to save a life. Thai national media reported the dramatic incident involving a Dutch expat, identified as Zacharias Krokke, who lost consciousness in his car. CPO2 Niwat Khanghang, a professionally trained…

  • Foreigner causing disturbance on Sukhumvit Road arrested by Pattaya City police | Thaiger

    Foreigner causing disturbance on Sukhumvit Road arrested by Pattaya City police

    An incident that caught the public’s attention unfolded on the bustling Sukhumvit Road, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri, at around 9.30pm on March 29. A foreign individual, whose identity was not disclosed, was reported to be under the influence of drugs and causing a disturbance among the locals. Upon receipt of the report, the Pattaya City police were promptly dispatched to…

  • Thailand consumers council calls for investigation into yellow line malfunctions | Thaiger

    Thailand consumers council calls for investigation into yellow line malfunctions

    An urgent call for an independent examination of the Yellow Line’s recent malfunctions has been made by the Thailand Consumers Council (TCC). The TCC, led by Dr Anuchar Sethasathien who presides over the transport and vehicle sub-committee, has requested that transport experts along with the Rail Transport Department and Consumer Protection Board conduct a thorough investigation into the incidents that…

  • Thailand responds to surge in flesh-eating disease cases in Japan | Thaiger

    Thailand responds to surge in flesh-eating disease cases in Japan

    A surge in the number of flesh-eating disease cases, officially known as necrotising fasciitis, in Japan, has prompted a response from Thailand’s Department of Disease Control (DDC). The DDC gave reassurances yesterday that no instances of the rare but deadly bacterial infection have been reported in Thailand this year. The DDC is keeping a close eye on the developments in…

  • Disappearance of two year old boy sparks search in Chiang Rai | Thaiger

    Disappearance of two year old boy sparks search in Chiang Rai

    Search intensifies for a two year old boy from the Lahu tribe, who vanished from his mountain village in Chiang Rai last Saturday. Officials from the Mirror Foundation have outlined four potential scenarios for the boy, Kriangkrai Sae Mee’s disappearance, including abduction, domestic violence, accidents, or disputes over guardianship. Mae Yao sub-district police disclosed that Kriangkrai was last spotted with…

  • Phuket karaoke owner arrested for operating underage prostitution | Thaiger

    Phuket karaoke owner arrested for operating underage prostitution

    Authorities in Phuket conducted a sting operation at a local karaoke establishment after uncovering evidence of minors being exploited for prostitution. A 13 year old was found among those being offered for sexual services. The operation, spearheaded by high-ranking police officials, led to the arrest of the 39 year old owner, who confessed to knowingly profiting from the illicit trade.…

  • Workers get million-baht compensation for Rayong crane accident | Thaiger

    Workers get million-baht compensation for Rayong crane accident

    Following a harrowing crane collapse tragedy in Rayong’s Pluak Daeng district where seven lives were lost, negotiations between workers and authorities have culminated in a million-baht compensation deal. The predominantly Myanmar workforce reluctantly reopened the site this morning only after the construction firm, under pressure, agreed to a compensation package amounting to 1.6 million baht for each fatality. The turmoil…

  • Srettha inaugurates Thailand Tourism Festival 2024 | Thaiger

    Srettha inaugurates Thailand Tourism Festival 2024

    Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin inaugurated the 42nd Thailand Tourism Festival 2024 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre in Bangkok. Joined by officials from the government and private sectors, including Tourism and Sports Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol and TAT Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool, the event kicked off with grandeur. “Tourism is at the forefront of our nation’s socio-economic development. We’re leveraging our…

  • Thailand and UK forge economic alliance | Thaiger

    Thailand and UK forge economic alliance

    Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Lord Dominic Johnson of Lainston CBE, along with British Ambassador Mark Gooding, engaged in a diplomatic meeting to discuss economic collaboration between the UK and Thailand. The crux of Thursday’s discussions revolved around fortifying economic ties, amplifying trade relations, and fostering investment opportunities. This pivotal dialogue laid the groundwork for signing a Memorandum of…