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    There’s no better way to experience Thailand than through its cuisine. In the rainy season, flavours bloom alongside the landscape, steam rises from market pots, the snap of chilli echoes through alleyways, and rain makes every bite more vivid. “I...

  • Bangkok crab business owner seeks justice amidst false claims | Thaiger

    Bangkok crab business owner seeks justice amidst false claims

    The owner of the clear-sky crab business in Rama 2, went to Tha Kham Police Station to file a complaint at 10.30am today. This action followed allegations of fraud and physical abuse of a child, which also involved the police station. Guntouch Pongpaiboonwetch, also known as Gun Jomphalang, accompanied by 45 year old Rachot Kamrod, stated his intention to help…

  • Man’s fiery folly: Smoking while filling petrol bottles leads to fire | Thaiger

    Man’s fiery folly: Smoking while filling petrol bottles leads to fire

    An absentminded Thai man inadvertently triggered a catastrophic blaze by smoking while filling up petrol bottles leading to a catastrophic blaze that engulfed his house and caused moderate injuries in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri. On Wednesday, April 3, a man inadvertently triggered a catastrophic blaze by smoking while filling up petrol bottles. The resulting fire engulfed his house and…

  • Thai man nabbed for taking drugs and showing gun on livestream | Thaiger

    Thai man nabbed for taking drugs and showing gun on livestream

    Police yesterday arrested a Thai man at his home in the central province of Chachoengsao after he posted a livestream on Facebook showing him taking drugs and brandishing a gun. The livestreams of the Thai man, later identified as Pornthep, were reposted by a local news Facebook page, Khaoded Paet Rio. The caption read… “#ShareToPolice. A Thai man from Mueang…

  • ‘Land of Smiles’ fast becoming ‘Land of Russian Crime’ | Thaiger

    ‘Land of Smiles’ fast becoming ‘Land of Russian Crime’

    Maybe Thailand should rebrand its Land of Smiles moniker to the Land of Russian Crime after yet another Russian man was nabbed for criminal activity. Yesterday, a 36 year old Russian national added his name to a catalogue of former Soviet block criminals arrested for reportedly operating illegal activities. Russian Ibragim Gaitukiev was arrested for allegedly running an unauthorised cryptocurrency…

  • Thai PM to seal multi-billion deal with Microsoft | Thaiger

    Thai PM to seal multi-billion deal with Microsoft

    Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is poised to welcome Microsoft titan Satya Nadella at the Government House next month, fuelling anticipation for a high-stakes dialogue on technological advancement. Reports suggest the rendezvous will delve into investments spanning a cutting-edge data centre, the Cloud First platform, and pioneering strides in artificial intelligence (AI) within Thailand’s borders. Nadella’s eagerly anticipated appearance is scheduled…

  • Russian man arrested in Pattaya for illegal trade linked to a suicide | Thaiger

    Russian man arrested in Pattaya for illegal trade linked to a suicide

    Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD) officers arrested a Russian man at a luxury penthouse in Pattaya yesterday for allegedly running an illegal trade, which led to the suicide of a Thai woman. ECD officers arrested the 40 year old Russian man, Alexey Vegman, at his penthouse yesterday, April 4 on an accusation of illegally trading. Vegman reportedly denied all allegations…

  • Government’s debt hike prompts caution from agencies | Thaiger

    Government’s debt hike prompts caution from agencies

    Ratings agencies issued cautionary statements following the surprise decision this week by the government to increase its debt in a bid to stimulate the economy. The move, which may compromise the government’s fiscal consolidation efforts, is likely to stimulate short-term growth. The medium-term budget plan was revised by the Cabinet on Tuesday, causing a rise in the deficit next fiscal…

  • Thai government accused of ignoring call centre gangs problem | Thaiger

    Thai government accused of ignoring call centre gangs problem

    The Thai government came under fire from the opposition Move Forward Party (MFP), who accused them of reneging on their commitment to eradicate call centre gangs. These criminal outfits, operating from across the Thai-Myanmar border, are becoming an escalating menace to Thailand and beyond. List-MP of the MFP, Rangsiman Rome, suggested that the government’s seeming indifference to the widespread issue…

  • Intoxicated driver flips car in Pattaya accident | Thaiger

    Intoxicated driver flips car in Pattaya accident

    In the early hours of yesterday, an intoxicated Thai man overturned his car on Petchtrakul Road in Pattaya. The Sawang Boriboon Thammatasan Rescue Unit was promptly dispatched to the location in the Na Kluea subdistrict of the Banglamung district in Chon Buri province, where they found a black Toyota Vios sedan, with Bangkok licence plates, lying on its roof. The…

  • Krungsri Bank targets 2-3% growth in SME loans in 2024 | Thaiger

    Krungsri Bank targets 2-3% growth in SME loans in 2024

    Krungsri, Thailand’s fifth-largest lender, is optimistic about achieving a 2-3% growth in small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) loans in 2024, following a surge in the first quarter of the year. The bank’s SME loans increased by over 2% by the end of March, in line with the gradual economic recovery of the country. This follows a robust 11% growth in…

  • 15,000 tonnes of cadmium found in Samur Sakhon, no health scares yet | Thaiger

    15,000 tonnes of cadmium found in Samur Sakhon, no health scares yet

    Acting on a tip-off, the Thai authorities yesterday discovered 15,000 tonnes of cadmium in a warehouse in the Mueang district in the central province of Samut Sakhon. No adverse health effects have been reported by residents thus far. The Industrial Commission of the Secretariat of The House of Representatives received a complaint alleging that a company in the northern province…

  • Thai bond defaults to stay below 1% in Q2, predicts ThaiBMA | Thaiger

    Thai bond defaults to stay below 1% in Q2, predicts ThaiBMA

    The Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA) forecasted a low probability of bond defaults in the forthcoming second quarter, with the total default value expected to fall below 1% of the entire outstanding market value. Ariya Tiranaprakit, Executive Vice President of ThaiBMA, revealed that the trend of deferring bond payments gained traction in the aftermath of the pandemic, largely induced by…

  • Immigration officials gear up for Songkran rush at Thai border | Thaiger

    Immigration officials gear up for Songkran rush at Thai border

    The head of the Immigration Police and the chief of Immigration Division 6 recently inspected the Sadao and Padang Besar border checkpoints in Songkhla province. The inspection took place yesterday at 10.30am as part of a drive to ensure the readiness of the immigration facilities in anticipation of the increased flow of tourists during the Songkran festival, which marks the…

  • AWC set to scoop jackpot from Thailand’s casino legalisation | Thaiger

    AWC set to scoop jackpot from Thailand’s casino legalisation

    Tisco Securities indicated that Asset World Corporation (AWC), a luxury hotel and retail centre operator, stands to gain significantly from the government’s plan to legitimise casinos within entertainment complexes. This move is part of the government’s strategy to attract high-spending tourists and curb revenue losses from illicit gambling. The government is contemplating the establishment of the first entertainment-casino complex in…

  • Thailand Video News | Ferry fire rescue in Koh Tao, Governor warns of fuel station scams this Songkran | Thaiger

    Thailand Video News | Ferry fire rescue in Koh Tao, Governor warns of fuel station scams this Songkran

    In this video, Alex and Jay cover the news from across Thailand. The Governor has initiated a rigorous crackdown on fuel station scams, just in time for the approaching Songkran festivities. Swift and decisive action by Thai authorities recently averted a potential tragedy, rescuing all passengers from a ferry fire en route to Koh Tao. Meanwhile, the monkhood bid of…

  • Armed man shot by police at hospital in Phetchaburi after standoff | Thaiger

    Armed man shot by police at hospital in Phetchaburi after standoff

    A man armed with a gun and a knife caused havoc at Cha-am Hospital in Phetchaburi, resulting in a confrontation with the police that led to him being shot and injured. The incident occurred yesterday evening when local police were alerted to a disturbance in the hospital’s in-patient building. On arrival, they discovered the man, identified as 34 year old…

  • Teen gang fatally shoots boy in Udon Thani province | Thaiger

    Teen gang fatally shoots boy in Udon Thani province

    A group of teenagers ruthlessly chased down and fatally shot a 14 year old boy in the Nong Han District, Udon Thani province, leaving two of his peers severely injured. The horrific incident occurred on the evening of March 31, in the village of Ban Yang. Captured by CCTV, five youths on two motorcycles pursued the group to a dead-end…

  • Thai Tourists undeterred by Taiwan earthquakes for Songkran | Thaiger

    Thai Tourists undeterred by Taiwan earthquakes for Songkran

    Despite Taiwan experiencing its most significant earthquake in a quarter of a century and a series of tremors in Japan, Thai tourists are undeterred and continue with their planned holidays during the Songkran period. Charoen Wangananont, President of the Thai Travel Agents Association (TTAA), revealed that the majority of Thai tourists had already secured their tour packages, flight tickets, and…

  • Thai student arrested for using AI to create explicit celebrity images | Thaiger

    Thai student arrested for using AI to create explicit celebrity images

    Police in Chon Buri Province arrested a 25 year old man for allegedly creating and distributing explicit images of celebrities using artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The student, Suphanat, has been previously apprehended for similar offences and was found with over 1,000 doctored images. The arrest on April 5, 2024, by the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) led by Police Major…

  • Thailand grapples with scorching 43C heatwave and health risks | Thaiger

    Thailand grapples with scorching 43C heatwave and health risks

    The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a health warning today as Thailand grapples with a heatwave as temperatures soar to extreme highs of up to 43 degrees Celsius in the north, northeast, and central regions, compounded by moderate to high levels of dust accumulation and smoke haze. Today, April 5, the country is enveloped in a heat-induced low-pressure system,…

  • MFP alleges govt embezzlement in RTN frigate procurement | Thaiger

    MFP alleges govt embezzlement in RTN frigate procurement

    Thailand’s leading opposition group the Move Forward Party (MFP) has levelled charges at the government for alleged embezzlement about the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) planned acquisition of a new frigate. The controversy, now infamously dubbed as the “change money” scandal, was brought into the limelight by Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, an MP from the MFP, on the final day of a general…

  • Thailand’s airports to see more than two million jet-setters | Thaiger

    Thailand’s airports to see more than two million jet-setters

    The Transport Ministry anticipates a surge of 2.61 million travellers across Airports of Thailand (AOT)’s six international hubs during the seven-day Songkran festivities. Minister Suriya, in a recent announcement, affirmed preparations for the expected influx, rallying relevant agencies to gear up for the travel onslaught spanning from April 11 to 17. Ensuring passenger comfort and safety remains paramount, Suriya directed…

  • Water crisis hits Koh Pha Ngan and Koh Samui, tap water rationed | Thaiger

    Water crisis hits Koh Pha Ngan and Koh Samui, tap water rationed

    On Koh Pha Ngan, a water crisis since late March has led to a stringent rationing of tap water which affected both locals and tourists. The rationing, operating on a rotational basis, leaves some areas parched on certain days while others savour the flow. A meagre 3,500m3 to 4,000m3 of water trickles through the pipes daily, barely meeting the island’s…

  • Khon Kaen parents forced to pay ‘tea money’ for student admission | Thaiger

    Khon Kaen parents forced to pay ‘tea money’ for student admission

    Eight secondary schools in the northeastern province of Khon Kaen found themselves in hot water as officials from the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) launched an investigation into alleged corruption practices. Parents have lodged complaints, accusing decision-makers within these schools of demanding exorbitant “tea money” sums, reaching up to 100,000 baht, from families whose children failed the entrance examination. Thirat Bangpetch,…

  • Thai heritage extravaganza takes off in Pattaya | Thaiger

    Thai heritage extravaganza takes off in Pattaya

    Pattaya burst into life this week with a dazzling celebration of Thai cultural richness, as Mayor Poramet Ngampichet inaugurated the Thai Heritage Conservation Project: Preserving, Promoting, and Safeguarding Thai Identity in honour of HRH Princess Sirindhorn’s 69th birthday. The beachfront of central Pattaya became the stage for a captivating showcase of Thailand’s cultural tapestry. The event was a magnificent exposition…

  • Governor warns of fuel station scams this Songkran | Thaiger

    Governor warns of fuel station scams this Songkran

    To safeguard consumers against potential exploitation during the upcoming Songkran festivities, Prachuap Khiri Khan’s provincial authorities have unleashed a new campaign. Led by Deputy Governor Komkrit Charoenpatanasombat, the crackdown aims to ensure fair pricing at fuel stations across the province. Accompanied by a team of officials including Siriwan Kanasorn, Nopadol Suwongpradit, and Chanthip Niamprad, inspections were conducted yesterday, to prevent…

  • 3 Russians and Thai arrested for illegally running Phuket restaurant | Thaiger

    3 Russians and Thai arrested for illegally running Phuket restaurant

    Police arrested three Russian men and one Thai nominee for illegally operating a restaurant in the Thalang district of Phuket. More than 80 million baht was found circulating in their bank accounts. Provincial Police Region 8 and Phuket Provincial Police officers told Phuket Hotnews that they received a tip-off about suspicious foreigners who frequently gathered at a restaurant called Octopus.…

  • Thai condo market dominated by Chinese and Russian investors | Thaiger

    Thai condo market dominated by Chinese and Russian investors

    Foreign buyers from China and Russia dominated the Thai condominium market in 2023, as per data from the Real Estate Information Center (REIC). The report disclosed a total of 14,449 units, valued at 73.2 billion baht, were purchased by international buyers, marking a 25% increase from 2022. Chinese investors led the way, acquiring 6,614 units, approximately 46% of the total…

  • Thai man found living in tent by reservoir in East Pattaya | Thaiger

    Thai man found living in tent by reservoir in East Pattaya

    At the edge of Mabprachan reservoir in East Pattaya, a man weakened by muscular dystrophy was found living in a makeshift tent shelter. TMN News Pattaya stumbled upon the man, identified as Chai, who revealed his harrowing tale of survival. Hailing from Kanchanaburi Province, Chai recounted his struggles, abandoned by his community after his mother’s passing and left to fend…

  • Thai comedian’s monkhood plans pickled in debt controversy | Thaiger

    Thai comedian’s monkhood plans pickled in debt controversy

    Controversy has erupted around a Thai comedian as he prepares to enter monkhood amid a storm of online criticism and debt claims from a pickled crab seller. The comedian’s decision to ordain follows a public dispute over unpaid debts, which has led to widespread condemnation from netizens and creditors alike. The drama unfolded on the popular talk show Hone Krasae,…