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    Why traders in Thailand are choosing EC Markets for gold and forex trading

    Gold and forex trading have long been favourites among investors in Thailand, but why are so many traders now turning to EC Markets? The answer lies in a combination of tight spreads, ultra-fast execution, Thai baht (THB) deposit support, and...

  • Pattaya releases 100,000 shrimp and sea snails to boost marine life

    Pattaya releases 100,000 shrimp and sea snails to boost marine life

    Pattaya is taking significant steps to protect its coastal ecosystem with a major marine animal release event. Deputy Mayor Krissana Boonsawat led the initiative, which saw the release of 100,000 juvenile whiteleg shrimp and 1,000 spotted Babylon sea snails into the sea off Jomtien Beach. Organised in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries, the Coastal Aquaculture Research and Development Centre…

  • Speeding car crashes into Bangkok home, killing one

    Speeding car crashes into Bangkok home, killing one

    In the early hours of this morning, a tragic car accident occurred when a vehicle lost control and crashed into a residential house near the entrance of Soi Seri Thai 16 in Khlong Kum, Bueng Kum, Bangkok. The incident, reported at 5.30am, today, June 25, was attended by Bueng Kum police and volunteers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation. Upon arrival, the…

  • Anutin rejects cannabis mishandling claims, opposes casinos

    Anutin rejects cannabis mishandling claims, opposes casinos

    Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul rejected accusations that his party mishandled the cannabis policy, particularly its medical use, and distanced himself from proposals to legalise casinos. Speaking out on the issue, Anutin dismissed the government’s recent plan to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, allowing only medical use, as a reversal of Bhumjaithai’s earlier work, claiming that his party had already…

  • Man arrested in Pattaya for copper rods theft worth 100,000 baht

    Man arrested in Pattaya for copper rods theft worth 100,000 baht

    A 45 year old man was apprehended by police while visiting his wife in Pattaya Special Prison yesterday, June 24. He, Yongyut, stands accused of stealing copper lightning rods from numerous petrol stations across Chon Buri, causing damage exceeding 100,000 baht. The arrest was conducted by Police Lieutenant Colonel Kornpong Sukwisit, Deputy Superintendent of Investigation at Bang Lamung Police Station,…

  • Man arrested for selling drugs to Koh Pha Ngan tourists

    Man arrested for selling drugs to Koh Pha Ngan tourists

    A 22 year old man was arrested for persistently offering drugs to tourists for beach parties on Koh Pha Ngan. The incident occurred at 4pm yesterday, June 24, when Police Lieutenant Vinij Boonchit, Tourism Police Section 5, Division 2, with his investigative team, apprehended Sarayuth with 73.82 grammes of crystal methamphetamine and 150 methamphetamine pills. The arrest took place near…

  • Sabotage suspected after 3 locals injured by exploding electrical appliances

    Sabotage suspected after 3 locals injured by exploding electrical appliances

    Three residents in the central province of Lop Buri sustained injuries in explosions after using electrical appliances retrieved from a landfill. Police now suspect the incidents were deliberate rather than accidental. Officers from Ban Mi Police Station were alerted to an explosion at a house in the Chon Mueang sub-district on Monday night, June 23. Two people were injured, including…

  • Smoked: Phuket raid seizes 30,000 illegal cigarettes, woman arrested

    Smoked: Phuket raid seizes 30,000 illegal cigarettes, woman arrested

    Phuket police have made a significant bust, seizing nearly 30,000 illegal cigarettes and arresting a woman in a raid on a rental room in the Ratsada neighbourhood. The operation, carried out on Monday, June 23, follows complaints about the illegal sale of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, to the public and minors. The raid targeted a rental property in Village 6…

  • Teenagers arrested for bombing outside Chai Wan Hospital

    Teenagers arrested for bombing outside Chai Wan Hospital

    Thirteen unruly teenagers were apprehended following an incident where they threw homemade bombs outside Chai Wan Hospital in Udon Thani. The explosions, eight in total, alarmed patients and medical staff. The group, who were later caught by the police, claimed they had learnt to create the bombs via the popular YouTube channel. Police Colonel Ratphonchai Pensongkhram from Chai Wan Police…

  • Thai jeweller sues lawyer over vulgar outburst in car park dispute

    Thai jeweller sues lawyer over vulgar outburst in car park dispute

    A Thai jewellery store owner filed a lawsuit against a lawyer for provoking a dispute and using vulgar language in the car park of a restaurant in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. Aticha Thangklang, owner of KK Luxury Gems, posted a video of the confrontation on his Facebook page on Monday, June 23. The incident occurred in the car park of…

  • Cambodia hits back at Thailand’s ‘irrational claims’ over energy cuts

    Cambodia hits back at Thailand’s ‘irrational claims’ over energy cuts

    Cambodia has hit back at Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s recent claims regarding the cutting of energy supplies between the two nations. On Monday, June 23, Paetongtarn accused Cambodia of cutting off electricity, Internet, and oil and gas supplies to Thailand to combat cross-border crimes. However, Cambodia’s government spokesperson has labelled these claims as “irrational,” asserting that it was Cambodia…

  • 5 caught crossing Thai-Cambodian border, paid 4,000 baht each

    5 caught crossing Thai-Cambodian border, paid 4,000 baht each

    Thai police apprehended five people attempting to unlawfully cross the Thai-Cambodian border. The incident occurred at 7am, today, June 25, when a team from the Burapha Force, along with the Aranyaprathet Task Force and the 12th Ranger Mobile Unit, detained one man and four women. They were caught in a sedan during a scheduled pick-up at the border area of…

  • Jurassic World: Rebirth to boost Thai tourism (video)

    Jurassic World: Rebirth to boost Thai tourism (video)

    Thailand prepares to see a significant tourism boost thanks to the global release of Jurassic World: Rebirth, a major Hollywood blockbuster that chose the kingdom’s stunning landscapes as its backdrop. The film, which had its world premiere in London and New York, was primarily shot in Thailand, featuring breathtaking locations in Krabi, Phang Nga, and Trang. Not only will Jurassic World:…

  • Burglar caught in Bangkok with stolen Buddha statues and amulets

    Burglar caught in Bangkok with stolen Buddha statues and amulets

    Bang Khen police officers apprehended a burglar who targeted homes in the Ram Inthra area, stealing Buddha statues and amulets to sell to collectors for online gambling funds. At 4pm yesterday, June 24, Police Colonel Anan Warasat from Bang Khen Police Station, along with Deputy Police Colonel Sunpich Sirisoonthorn, Police Lieutenant Adul Phothakan, Police Lieutenant Suwapich Insingh, and the Bang…

  • Thai military may close Surin temple amid border tensions

    Thai military may close Surin temple amid border tensions

    Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai stated yesterday that local military commanders may advise the closure of Ta Muen Thom Temple in Surin province if tensions at the Thai-Cambodian border escalate. The temple, along with the nearby Prasat Ta Kwai, has become a focal point in the ongoing border disagreement. Recently, there were complaints from Thai citizens regarding inappropriate behaviour by Cambodian…

  • Rev it up: Tax breaks drive Thai pickup market into high gear

    Rev it up: Tax breaks drive Thai pickup market into high gear

    Thailand’s struggling pickup market is getting a turbo boost from a government scheme that lets drivers swap their clapped-out motors for shiny new rides, with tax breaks thrown in to sweeten the deal. The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) is banking on a state-backed trade-in scheme to kickstart domestic pickup sales, which have taken a sharp nosedive this year. Sales…

  • Thai student attacked at school prompts investigation

    Thai student attacked at school prompts investigation

    A video clip posted on Facebook, showing a 13 year old student being kicked in the neck and knocked unconscious by a fellow student in Ubon Ratchathani province, has prompted officials to investigate. The incident, which occurred at a school, has been identified as a disciplinary issue that can be addressed under the Ministry of Education‘s regulations. Meanwhile, mediation efforts…

  • Thai man arrested minutes after stealing 1.3 million baht gold from Songkhla mall

    Thai man arrested minutes after stealing 1.3 million baht gold from Songkhla mall

    A security guard and patrol police officers swiftly arrested a Thai man who stole five gold necklaces worth approximately 1.3 million baht from a shop inside a shopping mall in Hat Yai district in the southern province of Songkhla yesterday, June 24. The security guard pursued the thief from the mall on Phetchakasem Road to Soi Phetchakasem 41, around 300…

  • Phuket cracks down on illegal migrant labour, 48 workers arrested

    Phuket cracks down on illegal migrant labour, 48 workers arrested

    To tackle illegal employment, Phuket is tightening its grip on the island’s massive migrant workforce, which now includes around 126,980 workers from Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Provincial officials are stepping up their efforts to ensure foreign workers comply with regulations, with a new focus on monitoring businesses and ensuring fairness in employment practices. On Monday, June 23, Thanapong Oncharoen,…

  • Rain and shine: Thailand braced for torrential takeover

    Rain and shine: Thailand braced for torrential takeover

    Get your brollies out, folks, the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) is sounding the alarm today, predicting relentless downpours across 29 provinces. Yes, that includes Bangkok! Brace yourselves, as about 40% of the city could face a serious soaking. Residents are advised to be cautious of potential flash floods, forest runoffs, and landslides, especially in mountainous regions and low-lying areas. The…

  • Vietnamese passport dreams are made of this, leaving Thailand behind

    Vietnamese passport dreams are made of this, leaving Thailand behind

    Vietnam has torn up the red tape for foreigners with local family, making it easier than ever to bag a Vietnamese passport, no lingo, no money, and no five-year wait required, leaving Thailand behind. Foreigners married to Vietnamese citizens, or with family roots in the country, can now apply for citizenship without needing to speak the language, prove they can…

  • Pattaya Beach gets a major cleanup as locals unite for safer shore

    Pattaya Beach gets a major cleanup as locals unite for safer shore

    Pattaya Beach was alive with energy yesterday as over 500 enthusiastic participants, led by Mayor Poramet Ngampichet, gathered for a large-scale beach cleanup. The event, supported by city executives, municipal officials, local community networks, and tourism stakeholders, aimed to restore the iconic shoreline, ensuring it remains a safe and welcoming destination for tourists. The cleanup saw active involvement from Deputy…

  • UN urges Thailand to tackle cross-border trafficking linked to scams

    UN urges Thailand to tackle cross-border trafficking linked to scams

    The United Nations issued a stark letter to the Thai government, demanding answers on its role in combating cross-border human trafficking connected to online scam operations across Southeast Asia. The communication, sent on March 10, calls for urgent clarification on 10 critical points, highlighting serious concerns over human trafficking and forced labour in scam centres, which are reportedly operating in…

  • Pattaya to fine businesses blocking roads and footpaths

    Pattaya to fine businesses blocking roads and footpaths

    Pattaya City officials have launched a crackdown on hotels and businesses that continue to block public roads and footpaths with signs, barriers, or parked vehicles. In a bold move aimed at restoring accessibility for locals and tourists, officials warned of fines and enforcement actions for those who obstruct public spaces. The crackdown comes as frustration grows among residents and visitors,…

  • Tourism slump in Thailand as political instability sparks concerns

    Tourism slump in Thailand as political instability sparks concerns

    Thailand’s foreign tourism numbers have taken a hit, with arrivals from January 1 to June 22 falling by 4.24% compared to the same period last year, according to the latest data from the Tourism and Sports Ministry. Some 16.04 million foreign visitors came to the country during this period, but the dip in numbers has raised concerns among tourism operators…

  • Cambodia blasts Thailand’s Buriram temple for copying Angkor Wat

    Cambodia blasts Thailand’s Buriram temple for copying Angkor Wat

    A cultural storm is brewing between Thailand and Cambodia, with latter’s Minister of Culture and Fine Arts strongly condemning the construction of Wat Phu Man Fa in Buriram province, northeast Thailand. The Cambodian government accuses the temple of copying the design of Angkor Wat, a world-renowned UNESCO heritage site and a symbol of Khmer culture. The accusations are not new,…

  • Thai scammer caught before monkhood escape attempt

    Thai scammer caught before monkhood escape attempt

    Thai police apprehended 43 year old man in Wang Nam Khiao district, Nakhon Ratchasima province, and charged with fraud and providing false information to a computer system. The suspect, Patcharat, linked to a call centre gang in Poipet, was preparing to enter the monkhood to evade legal consequences. The arrest yesterday, June 23, followed an investigation triggered by a complaint…

  • Pattaya hit by torrential rain: Flash floods and storm warnings

    Pattaya hit by torrential rain: Flash floods and storm warnings

    Pattaya was hit hard by torrential rain late Sunday night into yesterday morning, as the beachside city grappled with heavy downpours that left streets flooded and traffic snarled. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a weather warning for Pattaya and surrounding areas, predicting more heavy rain and advising residents and tourists to stay vigilant. According to the TMD, very…

  • DSI appeals to Frenchman for unsolved 2007 murder of Japanese woman

    DSI appeals to Frenchman for unsolved 2007 murder of Japanese woman

    The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) is seeking the cooperation of a foreign national, believed to be a Frenchman, who may hold key information in the unsolved murder case of a Japanese woman in Sukhothai, which occurred 18 years ago. The victim, 27 year old Tomoko Kawashita, was found dead at the historic Saphan Hin Temple in Sukhothai on November…

  • 2026 World Cup stripped from ‘Must-Have’ TV broadcast list

    2026 World Cup stripped from ‘Must-Have’ TV broadcast list

    The Royal Gazette published a new announcement from the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), removing the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup from the list of “Must-Have” sports for free TV broadcasting. The update signals a shift in television regulations that will impact how key events, including major international sports, are accessible to Thai viewers. The decision, detailed in the…

  • Thai exports at risk as Strait of Hormuz closes

    Thai exports at risk as Strait of Hormuz closes

    Thai National Shippers’ Council chairperson Tanakorn Kasetsuwan yesterday discussed potential impacts following Iran’s decision to close the Strait of Hormuz due to Middle Eastern tensions. Tanakorn yesterday, June 23, outlined six strategies to mitigate the effects on the oil, fertiliser, and agriculture sectors, urging the Thai government to ensure energy security and minimise long-term risks. The closure of the Strait…