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  • Come home soon, Thaksin, and go to jail – ex-minister | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Come home soon, Thaksin, and go to jail – ex-minister | Thailand News Today

    Come home soon, Thaksin, and go to jail – ex-minister An ex-Democrat minister and legal expert mocked Tuesday’s suggestion by fugitive former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra that he might come home soon. On Thursday, Nipit Intarasombat, an MP for Phatthalung, said Thaksin could fly anywhere in the world but if he touches down in Thailand, he’ll land in jail. Nipit was responding to Thaksin’s baseless contention on…

  • Police Scams and Scandals in Thailand | GMT | Thaiger

    Police Scams and Scandals in Thailand | GMT

    https://youtube.com/live/GcRzQvUDVvQ?feature=share In today’s episode, Australia returns 9 ancient Buddha statues to Thailand after 112 years, Police Scams and Scandals in Thailand, the UN recognises princess’ work, Year in Search 2022 – Thailand, and Chinese women in ‘escort clip’ has left.

  • Bolt vs Win motorbike taxi gang violence continues in Pattaya | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Bolt vs Win motorbike taxi gang violence continues in Pattaya | Thailand News Today

    Pattaya prepares for return of Chinese tour groups Cities across Thailand continue to prepare for the expected rise in the number of Chinese tourists to the kingdom. Pattaya is preparing for Chinese tour groups to finally return to the renowned party city. On Tuesday, Pattaya Mayor kh. Poramase met with the Thai-Chinese Tourism Association to discuss how best to accommodate the influx of Chinese tourists to the city.…

  • New THAILAND tourism subsidies and vouchers | GMT | Thaiger

    New THAILAND tourism subsidies and vouchers | GMT

    In today’s episode, Thai police swiftly arrest thief who robbed German tourist, Locals seek 5 billion baht from oil spill, Thailand promotes tourism with subsidies, vouchers nationwide, Phuket taxis: outsiders are undercutting our prices, and Thailand and Cambodia argue over origin of Muay Thai kickboxing.

  • Thief leaves an apology note in Chiang Mai, Thailand | GMT | Thaiger

    Thief leaves an apology note in Chiang Mai, Thailand | GMT

    In today’s episode, More European tourists than Chinese in Hua Hin, officials say, MP says cannabis helps reduce Yaba addicts in Bangkok, Thief leaves an apology note in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Outcry over police VIP airport escort service

  • 3 Chinese men were deported for illegally opening a restaurant in Bangkok | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    3 Chinese men were deported for illegally opening a restaurant in Bangkok | Thailand News Today

    3 Chinese men were deported for illegally opening a restaurant in Bangkok Immigration Bureau officers raided the Chaosan Osha Chinese restaurant on the Rama 9 Road in the Huay Kwang district of Bangkok. Officers reported that they found three Chinese citizens at the restaurant. 1 of them was believed to be the owner and was arrested while working on the restaurant’s…

  • You can’t ‘buy anything from the Thai police’ | GMT | Thaiger

    You can’t ‘buy anything from the Thai police’ | GMT

    In today’s episode, Grab Thailand signs up for government’s tax rebate shopping, Bonchon set for expansion with 200M baht, You can’t ‘buy anything from the Thai police’ – PM’s Office, Airport testing shows Covid numbers on arrival ‘very low’

  • Thai e-visa system expanded, upgraded | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Thai e-visa system expanded, upgraded | Thailand News Today

      Thai e-visa system expanded, upgraded Thai e-visa system has expanded and been upgraded so tourists from around the world will soon be able to apply for Thai visas more easily. The Foreign Ministry has been tasked with refining the e-visa system so that it can handle the very large number of tourists who want to use it. The e-visa…

  • Is BMW really Thailand’s favourite car? | GMT | Thaiger

    Is BMW really Thailand’s favourite car? | GMT

    In today’s episode, Is BMW really Thailand’s favourite car?, China gives green light to Chinese tour groups, Sex Workers Bill will protect Thailand’s most-exploited, Taking aim at violent, sex offenders, and Maiden Flydubai direct Pattaya flight arrives

  • Celebrating Chinese New Year 2023 in Style | Thaiger

    Celebrating Chinese New Year 2023 in Style

    https://youtu.be/LY8GZYarzFk Join us at Siam Paragon Mall for an unforgettable Chinese New Year Celebration in 2023! Experience the thrill of the traditional tiger and lion dances. The spectacular Indigo green mountain dance show all the way from china and marvel at the decorations set up all around the Siam Paragon mall. There are a wide variety of fun activities that…

  • Thai Ring Announcing and Fitness ft. Mark Abbott | Thaiger Podcast Ep.21 | Thaiger

    Thai Ring Announcing and Fitness ft. Mark Abbott | Thaiger Podcast Ep.21

    https://youtu.be/GSC0FR_Bm9Q Mark Abbott. Fitness Youtuber, MC, Combat sports, Ring announcer, and One of the Voices of the world-famous Muay Thai boxing venue, Lumpinee Stadium. Mark came to Thailand 17 years ago and is one of the top bilingual MCs and Fitness Youtubers in the country. We sit with him today to talk about his journey to becoming the voice of…

  • Exclusive Beachfront Property for Sale in Phuket | Twin Palms Residences Montazure | Thaiger

    Exclusive Beachfront Property for Sale in Phuket | Twin Palms Residences Montazure

    https://youtu.be/d1iBRg7RfkU Welcome to Twin Palms Residences Montazure in Kamala, Phuket, where luxury and serenity meet. Nestled on the picturesque Kamala beach, this exclusive beachfront condominium is the epitome of tropical living. This stunning condo boasts a spacious open floor plan with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer breathtaking ocean views. The condo features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a private balcony. The…

  • All you need to know about Chinese new year in Thailand | GMT | Thaiger

    All you need to know about Chinese new year in Thailand | GMT

    In today’s episode, Commuters face railway woes, New public park in Bangkok to open after removal of 2 squatters, Thai man uses soy sauce to fake suicide, hoping to win wife back, Himalayan cherry trees bring splash of colour to northeast Thai province, All you need to know about Chinese New Year in Thailand and where to go.

  • BMA Provides Free Shuttle Bus Service During Chinese New Year | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    BMA Provides Free Shuttle Bus Service During Chinese New Year | Thailand News Today

      Free shuttle bus from Yaowarat to Khao San for Chinese New Year The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is providing tourists with free shuttle buses between Yaowarat Road and Khao San Road from tomorrow until January 23 to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Deputy Bangkok Governor Wissanu Subsomphon announced yesterday that the BMA would temporarily operate a Yaowarat-Khao San Road BMA Feeder to facilitate tourists and reduce…

  • Thaiger Unfiltered | Ask Us Anything | Thaiger

    Thaiger Unfiltered | Ask Us Anything

    Here’s a chance for our viewers to ask Natty, and Jay any questions they have, and they will answer you with their honest responses unfiltered! Please be kind and appropriate.

  • Five Chinese airlines launched direct flights to Phuket | GMT | Thaiger

    Five Chinese airlines launched direct flights to Phuket | GMT

    In today’s episode, BMA launches free shuttle bus service for floating market, Five airlines launch direct flights between Phuket and China this week, Bank of Thailand blames dating app for phone hacking, Northeast Thai farmer is ‘selling’ fresh air, Tourism workers run short

  • Tourists outnumber hotel staff | GMT | Thaiger

    Tourists outnumber hotel staff | GMT

    In today’s episode, Sea nomads take struggle over alleged land encroachment to Bangkok, Thai farmer makes 1 million baht per month selling buffalo semen, Hotels struggling with staff shortage, Thais target World Cup spot, Trouble breathing? Try singing!

  • Thailand plans to extend 45 day visa free stays until year end | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Thailand plans to extend 45 day visa free stays until year end | Thailand News Today

      Thailand plans to extend 45 day visa free stays until year end The Tourism Authority of Thailand will propose extending the 45 day visa exemption on arrival policy until the end of the year to boost tourism recovery. In September last year, Thailand’s Cabinet approved the temporary extension of visa on arrival and visa exemption on arrival for the High Season. Between October 1, 2022 – March…

  • Tough penalties for Thai nominees | GMT | Thaiger

    Tough penalties for Thai nominees | GMT

    In today’s episode, Thailand’s Chiang Mai Zoo to open -10°C snow dome, Thailand among 25 countries with least paid leave days, Southern Thai man strikes gold with rare cobra encounter, CIB warns netizens of smartphone hacking risk, Foreigners must follow visa rules.

  • All you need to know about Thailand’s Education Visa | Thaiger

    All you need to know about Thailand’s Education Visa

    Click the link to watch a video: https://youtu.be/r8S04Ab7JU4 There are many ways to stay in Thailand legally for an extended period of time. One way is through the Education Visa or ED Visa. A Non-Immigrant ED Visa is the official name for a Thai Education Visa. This visa is for foreign nationals aged 12 or more who wish to remain…

  • From Ancient to Modern: The Cannabis Tale of Thailand | Thaiger

    From Ancient to Modern: The Cannabis Tale of Thailand

    Click the link to watch a video: https://youtu.be/-dwu7yev0UA On June 9, 2022, Thailand became the first country in Asia—and only the third in the world, after Canada and Uruguay—to decriminalize cannabis nationwide. But did you know that cannabis was not always illegal in Thailand? In this video, we give you a brief history of cannabis in Thailand as well as…

  • Bangkok taxi fare increase effective today | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Bangkok taxi fare increase effective today | Thailand News Today

      Bangkok taxi fare increase effective today Bangkok taxi fares will increase to a minimum fare of 40 baht today after staying at 35 baht for 30 years. The increased fare, which applies to Bangkok registered taxis with no more than seven seats, is effective today according to its announcement in the Royal Gazette yesterday. However, passengers may not notice…

  • New Plan for tourism 2023 | GMT | Thaiger

    New Plan for tourism 2023 | GMT

    In today’s episode, Officials panic Thailand hits lowest birth rate in 7 decades, Thailand is the happiest of 7 regional APAC countries, survey says, Merged True-DTAC to be called True Corp, TAT unveils strategy to raise B2.38tn.

  • Tourism Ministry Eyes 80m International Tourists In 2027 | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Tourism Ministry Eyes 80m International Tourists In 2027 | Thailand News Today

      Tourism Ministry Eyes 80m International Tourists In 2027 The Ministry of Tourism and Sports hopes to drive up the number of international visitors to Thailand to 80 million over the next five years. This optimistic target will see the number of international visitors doubling the pre-pandemic figure, and exceeding the country’s current population of 70 million. Minister of Tourism…

  • Will there be a legal casino in Thailand soon? | GMT | Thaiger

    Will there be a legal casino in Thailand soon? | GMT

      In today’s episode, Legal casino in Thailand to be considered again tomorrow, Govt to introduce 300 baht tourist fee in June, Indian flight departs with 55 passengers left on bus, Condom usage reportedly drops among Pattaya sex workers, STDs increase, and More than 1,500 arrested in Thailand last year for gambling, online fraud

  • Thailand to track cannabis users in government database | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Thailand to track cannabis users in government database | Thailand News Today

      Thailand to track cannabis users in government database Thai nationals will soon be required to show their ID cards when purchasing cannabis flowers. The ID and sales information will be entered into a government database, according to the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM). Registered vendors will be required to insert the buyers’ ID into a “device”…

  • Thailand’s new traffic points deduction has begun | GMT | Thaiger

    Thailand’s new traffic points deduction has begun | GMT

    In today’s episode, Over 500 drivers in Thailand have traffic points deducted on first day of new system, Phang Nga’s turtle nesting season continues with more nests discovered, Chinese heading to Phuket, Chiang Mai, Thailand informs airlines about removal of Covid-19 vaccine rule.  

  • British man claims he was tortured by Thai police | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    British man claims he was tortured by Thai police | Thailand News Today

    British man claims he was tortured by Thai police A British man claims he was tortured by Thai police for seven days straight in Phuket, southern Thailand when his holiday abroad went gravely wrong. British authorities have launched an investigation into the alleged abuse. He allegedly sustained broken ribs, bruised limbs, septic infections, swollen wrists, and lost four teeth in…

  • Vaccination certificate requirement dropped and effective immediately | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Vaccination certificate requirement dropped and effective immediately | Thailand News Today

    The covid 19 travel requirements into Thailand. This morning we reported that any non-Thai traveler that is 18 and above must have either two doses of covid 19 vaccines, a letter of proof of recovery from covid in the past six months or a doctor’s letter explaining why they are not vaccinated. And this letter has been given to the…

  • Next Level Adventures ft. Paddy Doyle | Thaiger Podcast Ep.19 | Thaiger

    Next Level Adventures ft. Paddy Doyle | Thaiger Podcast Ep.19

    Youtuber, Traveller and dreamer. He quit his job as a primary school teacher, sold his belongings and hopped on his 94 Honda Dream motor bike to visit all 77 provinces of Thailand, to follow his passion for creating videos, travelling and living the Thailand dream. Paddy Doyle is an extreme example of what a hard-working man can achieve. He has…