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PM Anutin pledges to dissolve Parliament by January 2026
The Prime Minister (PM) of Thailand and Interior Minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, confirmed yesterday, September 24, that Parliament will be dissolved at the end of January 2026, with a new election expected between March and April, alongside a referendum on constitutional amendments. Anutin, joined by the Cabinet, held a press conference following a special Cabinet meeting. He began by clarifying government…
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Thailand video news Hotel Raid in Pattaya Leads to Arrests of Ugandan Women in Sex Work, Bangkok Sinkhole Deepens, Puts Adjacent Buildings at Risk
Thailand is facing a week of high-stakes developments, from the Senate rejecting a controversial casino-complex bill over social and financial risks to a deepening Bangkok sinkhole threatening nearby buildings and utilities. New ride-hailing rules set for October promise tougher safety and compliance standards, while Pattaya authorities crack down on child exploitation and foreign sex work. In Phuket, a drunken Norwegian…
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8 year old boy rides pet buffalo to school in central Thailand
An eight year old boy in Thailand has charmed locals by riding his pet buffalo to and from school each day, turning heads with his unique daily routine. Thanwa “Fluke” Thong-iam makes his daily journey to school on the back of his pet buffalo, Kalamae. The pair have become a familiar sight in Khao Yoi district, Phetchaburi province, where they…
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Ex-Thai Airways boss: Ditch all govt shares or risk relapse
A former Thai Airways executive has urged the government to sell its remaining shares, warning that political control could derail the airline’s recovery. Banyong Pongpanich, a former board member of Thai Airways International (THAI), called on the government to sell its remaining shares in the airline, insisting that only full privatisation can protect the company from sliding back into bureaucratic…
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Thailand to crack down on illegal border crossings from October 10
Thailand will begin enforcing legal action against illegal border crossers in a province bordering Cambodia, following heightened security concerns. From October 10, officials in Sa Kaeo province will ramp up surveillance and enforce legal measures against people entering the country illegally. The move comes amid ongoing tensions over disputed territory along the Thai-Cambodian border. Sa Kaeo Governor Parinya Phothisat made…
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Foreign couple filmed having sex on moving pickup in Phuket
Police are searching for a foreign couple, believed to be Russian nationals, after they were caught having sex in the back of a moving pickup truck on a road in Phuket. The footage appears to have been recorded along the Phuket Bypass Road. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) Explicit images and…
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Hat Yai thief takes tourist’s gold necklace in bike snatch
A man was arrested in southern Thailand after snatching a tourist’s gold necklace while riding a motorbike, prompting a swift police investigation and arrest. Sakrin “Kae” Chayapan, a 25 year old Thai man, was arrested after CCTV footage and a police investigation linked him to the daylight robbery. He later confessed, claiming financial hardship, but firmly denied any ties to…
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Howling dogs lead to grisly corpse find in Udon Thani hut
A decomposed body was discovered in an abandoned hut in Udon Thani after locals, disturbed by a foul smell and howling dogs, alerted the police. The body of a 67 year old homeless man, known locally as Khamnum, was found wearing nothing but black underwear, already swarming with maggots. The discovery was made in Ban Muang community in the Mueang…
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Thailand warned of flash floods as monsoon rains intensify
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has warned of heavy rains, flash floods and high seas as a strong monsoon and an incoming storm intensify across the country. Residents in the North, Northeast and East should prepare for widespread thundershowers and isolated heavy to very heavy rain between yesterday, September 24, and tomorrow, September 26. Flash floods, overflowing rivers and landslides…
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Thailand MPs back bills to cut work hours, add menstruation leave
Thailand’s House of Representatives approved two opposition bills to amend labour laws, aiming to reduce working hours, expand leave rights and boost workplace equality. The bills, both tabled by MPs from the People’s Party, were approved during a heated session today, September 24, and will now be reviewed by special committees before any further readings. The first bill, introduced by…
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Bangkok road sinkhole subsides further, threatening nearby building structure
A massive sinkhole on Samsen Road in Bangkok subsided further this afternoon, prompting tighter safety measures during recovery operations and urgent checks on nearby building structures. The incident occurred outside Vajira Hospital and Samsen Police Station in the Dusit district at about 7am today, September 24. The road collapsed, creating a huge sinkhole initially reported to measure 30 by 30 metres…
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Drunk Norwegian woman found on Phuket street returned safely to hotel
Police last night, September 23, escorted a Norwegian woman safely back to her hotel after she was found drunk and lying on a footpath in Phuket alongside an Israeli man she had met earlier at an entertainment venue. Her husband was reportedly panicking at the hotel. Police officers and volunteers were patrolling along Rat Uthit 200 Years Road when they…
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Bangkok road collapse leaves 31 streets without tap water
A major road collapse outside a Bangkok hospital damaged a water main, cutting tap water supplies to 31 streets as local officials rushed to carry out repairs. The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority (MWA) confirmed that a 1,200-millimetre-diameter pipe was badly damaged during the collapse near the hospital in the Dusit district. The rupture has left large parts of the city without…
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Bhumjaithai pushes charter change to cut Senate’s power
Bhumjaithai MPs submitted a draft amendment to the House Speaker seeking to lower Senate voting requirements and set up a new body to draft a constitution. Yesterday, September 23, Angthong MP Korrawee Prissananantakul, backed by colleagues from the Bhumjaithai Party, presented the proposed amendment to House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha, in his role as President of the National Assembly.…
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Skeleton in Bangkok confirmed as Thai woman missing 12 years ago
Thai parents are seeking an investigation into the death of their missing daughter, whose remains were recently identified after 12 years. A DNA test confirmed that a skeleton discovered in the Lat Krabang district of Bangkok belonged to her. The missing woman, Phawinee “Kae” Kortaisong, was reported missing in 2013 at the age of 23. An only child, she had…
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Thailand rolls out stricter ride-hailing rules from October
Thailand will introduce new ride-hailing regulations next month, requiring stricter checks on drivers and platforms to improve safety, trust and transparency. The Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) confirmed that the regulations, effective from October, will redefine the role of ride-hailing platforms from intermediaries to active service regulators. Under the new rules, platforms must verify the identities of both passengers and…
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Foreigners slammed for using kids to sell roses on Pattaya strip
Business owners in Pattaya raised concerns after foreigners were seen using children to sell roses on Walking Street, fuelling fears of exploitation and harm. The complaints surfaced at around 3.30am yesterday, September 23, when Walking Street operators reported groups of foreign men and women using children as young as one to seven years old to sell roses. Each flower is…
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Thai man kicks and smears blood on neighbours’ doors in Bangkok condo
A Thai man went on a rampage at a condominium in Bangkok’s Din Daeng area, kicking doors and smearing his blood after neighbours complained about him being a public nuisance. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) Social media influencer Thanid “James” Thungtongkam took to his Facebook account to share the incident with his…
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Anutin launches inquiry after Bangkok sinkhole causes shutdowns (video)
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul ordered an investigation after a road collapse near a Bangkok hospital damaged buildings, forced evacuations and shut services. Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin rushed to the scene and has ordered an urgent investigation into the cause of the collapse, which occurred at a construction site for the new MRT Purple Line. “This is a purely…
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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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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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Bangkok vendor fined for posing as fake undercover cop
A Bangkok water vendor was arrested after a viral video showed him posing as an undercover police officer during a roadside clash with a motorcyclist. The bizarre encounter unfolded near the entrance of Soi Phetkasem 81/5 on Phetkasem Road in Nong Khang Phlu, Nong Khaem district. A motorcyclist, shocked by the confrontation, later posted the footage online, sparking widespread disbelief.…
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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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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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German man arrested for illegal e-bike tours on Koh Pha Ngan
A German man and a Myanmar national were arrested on Koh Pha Ngan for illegally operating a tour business using electric motorbikes to guide tourists. Tourist police swooped in at midday on Monday, September 22, following complaints that high-speed electric motorcycles, reportedly rented out by the pair, were causing safety concerns among locals and visitors. The suspects were identified as…
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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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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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