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Bus driver found dead beside parked vehicle in Chachoengsao
A 52 year old bus driver was found dead beside his parked vehicle in Chachoengsao province, central Thailand, leaving factory workers stranded as police launched an investigation. The incident took place around 9pm yesterday, September 23, at a designated parking area along Bang Na-Trat Road. The driver, identified as 52 year old Veerawat from Samut Prakan, was found lying on…
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3 call centre scammers arrested in Bangkok with 1,000 Yaba pills
Police arrested three call centre scammers at a luxury hotel in the Chatuchak district of Bangkok yesterday, September 23, and seized 1,000 methamphetamine tablets, commonly known as Yaba. The Royal Thai Police (RTP) detected suspicious money transfers involving two victims in the Phaya Thai and Bang Pho areas of Bangkok. A total of 4.5 million baht was moved from their…
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Bangkok Airways bags 5-star award for eco-friendly flights
Bangkok Airways received a 5-star sustainability award from the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) for its efforts to promote greener aviation and responsible tourism. The award, part of TAT’s Sustainable Tourism Acceleration Rating (STAR) programme, recognises tourism operators who embrace sustainable practices in line with global standards. For Bangkok Airways, it cements its reputation as a leader in environmentally responsible…
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Gunfire erupts as Cambodian troops target Thai border fence
Cambodian soldiers fired shots at a barbed wire fence along the Thai border in Sisaket, prompting Thai troops to hold fire while keeping watch on the area. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon, September 23, in Sao Thong Chai subdistrict, Kantharalak district. Reports indicate that between three and five rounds were discharged at around 1.20pm, with Thai troops stationed nearby choosing…
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Phuket pushes 300km pipeline plan to secure water future
Phuket officials met with consultants to discuss a proposed 300km pipeline project aimed at securing long-term water supplies for the island and nearby provinces. The Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) Phuket Branch and Team Consulting Engineering and Management Public Co Ltd met Governor Sophon Suwannarat yesterday, September 23, to present updated findings from a feasibility study on the ambitious project. According…
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Thailand video news Clash Breaks Out on BTS Train Over Mischievous Boy’s Behavior, Thailand’s Pilots in Short Supply as Airlines Expand Fleet
Thailand saw a week of striking headlines — a massive sinkhole disrupted Vajira Hospital in Bangkok, Miss Grand Thailand faced possible reinstatement after a scandal, and a viral BTS train clash sparked debate over public behavior. Phuket endured a 15-car pileup and a foreign man assaulting a police officer while naked, while a South Korean fraud ring was…
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Thai govt plans cheaper fares and 60 billion baht stimulus boost
The government announced a two-phase transport plan aimed at cutting travel costs and easing living expenses, with fare and subsidy details expected soon. Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn announced a short-term, four-month initiative to cut public transport costs, covering electric rail fares, bus services, and expressway fees. Specific details are expected within a week, while long-term strategies…
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Hi-So activist arrested after assaulting U Drink I Drive driver in Chon Buri
Police arrested a political activist and businessman who physically assaulted a U Drink I Drive driver in Chon Buri on July 5, after he failed to respond to three summonses issued by officers. U Drink I Drive is a platform offering professional chauffeur services to customers who own cars and wish to travel safely, particularly after consuming alcohol. The platform’s…
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2 Ugandan women arrested in Pattaya prostitution crackdown
Police arrested two Ugandan women at a hotel in Pattaya yesterday, 23 September, on charges of prostitution following multiple complaints from foreign visitors irritated by persistent service offers. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) The Director of the Tourist Police Bureau, Saksira Pueak-am, reported that officers had received repeated complaints from tourists…
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Woman plunges from height at Khu Khot BTS park-and-ride
A woman fell from a height at a park-and-ride near a BTS station in Bangkok, prompting a swift emergency response as officials investigate the cause. The incident occurred around 5.20pm yesterday, September 23, with emergency services rushing to the scene shortly after. The fall was first reported on the Khu Khot BTS Win Facebook page, which also shared images from…
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Meth-crazed man threatens mum in Chon Buri cash rampage
A man under the influence of drugs threatened his mother at their Chon Buri home, prompting police intervention after he demanded money for more narcotics. The incident unfolded around 5pm yesterday, September 23, in Village 3 of the Bo Win subdistrict, where police were called to a private residence following reports of domestic violence. The suspect, identified as 26 year…
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Lightning strike kills caddy during stormy round in Bangkok
A caddy died after being struck by lightning while working during a rainstorm at a Bangkok golf course, as players continued their game despite the weather. The fatal incident occurred during a storm last Thursday, September 18, as four golfers and four caddies played through heavy weather at The Legacy Golf Club on Panya Indra Road in Khlong Sam Wa…
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Chon Buri hit-and-run driver dumps pickup and flees on foot
A high-speed hit-and-run in Chon Buri left one vehicle damaged and led to a dramatic chase after the driver fled the scene and abandoned their truck in a field. The collision occurred at 9.36pm on Monday, September 22, along Chaipornwithee Road near Tham Pratun Temple in the Khao Mai Kaew subdistrict. Police Lieutenant Yuttana Phosidi, Deputy Inspector at Huay Yai…
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Typhoon Ragasa fuels storms as Thailand faces fresh flood fears
Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) has warned residents nationwide of heavy rain, thunderstorms and rough seas as the monsoon trough and a nearby typhoon intensify. The TMD warned that the North and Northeast remain under the influence of the monsoon trough, while the southwest monsoon is prevailing over the Andaman Sea, Gulf of Thailand, and much of the southern, central and…
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Miss Grand Thailand boss hints at restoring crown amid past scandal
The head of Miss Grand Thailand is considering reinstating the crown to a former beauty queen who was stripped of her title on Sunday, September 21, over explicit videos and images from her past. The Miss Grand Thailand 2026 competition announced the removal of 27 year old Suphannee “Baby” Noinonthong, the representative from Prachuap Khiri Khan province, on Sunday. Her…
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Anutin pulls out of UN visit over policy statement clash
Thailand’s prime minister confirmed he will not attend the UN General Assembly (UNGA), citing the need to present his new government’s policy to Parliament first. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said today, September 23, that attending the UNGA could disrupt plans to present his administration’s agenda to lawmakers. “I do not want the trip to interfere with my duty to deliver…
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Row erupts on Bangkok BTS train over boy’s unruly behaviour
Two Thai women clashed on the BTS Skytrain in Bangkok yesterday, September 22, over a young boy’s unruly behaviour during the ride. A passenger who witnessed the incident shared a short video of the argument on her TikTok account, @mimsaowarod, with the caption, “I feel pity for the boy. Loving to a fault. #YourChildIsNotAlwaysCuteForOthers #BTSTrains #Drama #TikTokNews.” In the video,…
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Air India Express launches daily Bangkok link from Bengaluru
Air India Express will launch daily direct flights linking Bengaluru and Bangkok, offering travellers more convenience and competitive fares. The new non-stop service begins on October 18 and aims to boost connectivity for both leisure and business travellers. To mark the launch, the airline has rolled out introductory Xpress Value fares starting at 16,800 Indian rupees (about 7,300 baht) for…
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Rubber worker injured in elephant attack in central Thailand
A man working in a Chachoengsao rubber plantation was hospitalised after being attacked by a wild elephant during the night, prompting safety warnings. Emergency services were called to the plantation near the border of Ban Thung Hiang and Ban Nangam villages in Sanam Chai Khet district today, September 23. The scene, cloaked in darkness, was fraught with danger as rescuers…
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Bhumjaithai Party members accused of secret ties to casinos in Cambodia
A former police officer accused four executives of the Bhumjaithai Party of accepting bribes from nine casinos in Cambodia. The party leader and Prime Minister of Thailand, Anutin Charnvirakul, has reportedly denied meeting the ex-officer. The former Special Branch Bureau officer, Santana Prayoonrat, visited the Bhumjaithai Party’s head office on September 22 to submit 50 pages of evidence in support…
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Ranong police stabbed during motorcycle theft arrest, suspect dies
A motorcycle thief died, and a police officer sustained serious injuries during an arrest yesterday, September 22, in the southern province of Ranong. The owner of the stolen motorcycle, Kannika Paeng-on, filed a complaint with Mueang Ranong Police Station after the thief rode her motorcycle out of her home in front of her and her husband. Kannika reported that she,…
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Phuket underpass chaos as 15-car crash halts traffic
A multi-car crash in a Phuket underpass left one person injured and caused hours of traffic disruption as police and rescue teams rushed to the scene. The crash happened at around midday yesterday, September 22, in the Darasamutr Intersection underpass, prompting a large police and emergency response. Wichit Police confirmed that 15 vehicles were damaged in the collision, though no…
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TAT woos Chinese tourists with stars and shopping perks
Thailand has launched a tourism campaign to attract more Chinese visitors, enlisting popular actors and offering perks as part of cultural celebrations. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) officially launched the Nihao Month initiative this month, running until the Chinese New Year in 2026. The campaign marks the 50th anniversary of Thai-Chinese relations and is timed to capture visitor traffic…
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Malaysian tourists complain after hours-long wait at Thai border checkpoint
Malaysian tourists complained after officials at the Sadao Customs Checkpoint in the southern province of Songkhla made them wait two to three hours to enter Thailand due to delayed document processing. Senator Chaiyong Maneerungsakun planned to raise the issue of delays at the border checkpoint in Parliament. He revealed that he had received numerous complaints from Malaysian tourists travelling to Thailand…
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Fugitive gunman caught in central Thailand after years on run
Highway police in central Thailand arrested a fugitive wanted for murder, shootings and theft after years on the run, following a routine checkpoint stop. The Central Investigation Bureau confirmed that highway police arrested the suspect, a Thai national named Harris, at a traffic checkpoint on Rama II Road in Pak Tho District. Officers discovered he was wanted under an arrest…
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Pattaya man beaten unconscious after row over filming
A young man visiting Pattaya was left critically injured after being attacked on a street when an argument over filming escalated into a violent assault. The brutal assault happened in the early hours of yesterday, September 22, behind the Tukcom Mall building in South Pattaya. Police said the incident appeared to stem from a heated dispute that escalated when the…
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Injured baby elephant rescued from cassava plantation in Kanchanaburi
Locals rescued an injured baby elephant found in a cassava plantation in Kanchanaburi province on Saturday, September 20. The animal was successfully moved to the Wildlife Conservation Office in Suphan Buri for further care. The community leader, Wiparat Sawatsai, told ThaiRath that residents had reported the elephant in their cassava plantation in Cha Lae sub-district, Thong Pha Phum district, on…
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People’s Party slams backroom deal rumours on lese majeste case
The People’s Party leader denied claims his party struck a secret deal with Bhumjaithai to protect MPs under investigation over lese majeste. The controversy centres on 44 lawmakers who were previously members of the dissolved Move Forward Party (MFP) before joining the People’s Party. They are currently under investigation for allegedly pushing to amend Section 112 of the Criminal Code,…
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Thai Airways cancels Hong Kong flights as super typhoon hits
Thai Airways cancelled several flights between Bangkok and Hong Kong after a super typhoon forced airlines to adjust schedules for safety. The flag carrier had earlier warned passengers heading to Kaohsiung in Taiwan and Hong Kong to closely monitor flight updates as the massive storm advanced. By yesterday evening, September 22, the airline confirmed cancellations for services scheduled today and…
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Thai man accused of fatally abusing 2 year old boy stepson
A Thai man in Lop Buri province denied accusations of fatally abusing his two year old stepson, insisting he was merely playing with the boy by punching him in the stomach. The man, identified only as Mai, brought his stepson to Khok Samrong Hospital, claiming the child had lost consciousness for an unknown reason. Tragically, doctors confirmed the boy had…
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