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TikTok tattoo artist faces legal action over tattooing a minor
A well-known tattoo artist from TikTok is facing legal action after tattooing a Hanuman design on the back of a 14 year old boy without parental consent. The boy’s aunt expressed dissatisfaction, highlighting discrepancies between the expected and actual design. Today, on November 23, at 10am, the boy’s aunt, referred to as ‘A,’ reported the incident through the ‘Saimai Must…
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Thai economy faces potential recession with growth under 1%
Anusorn Thammajai, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Director of the Centre for Economic, Digital Investment, and International Trade Research at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, has expressed concerns about Thailand’s economic outlook. He anticipates that the economy may expand by less than 1% in the fourth quarter, with a risk of negative GDP growth compared…
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South Korean and Thai nationals arrested for Bangkok crypto assault
Four individuals, including a South Korean man and three Thai nationals, have been apprehended for allegedly assaulting a Chinese man and forcing him to transfer cryptocurrencies. The suspects claimed they were only assisting in debt collection without receiving any share of the proceeds. Today, on November 23, several senior police officials from the Metropolitan Police Bureau, including Police Lieutenant General…
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Gang deceives student in 10 million baht scam
A gang of scammers who forced a 19 year old university student to video call for 24 hours and deceive his mother into smashing her safe for nearly 10 million baht have been apprehended. The operation involved Thai and Chinese nationals. The arrest was made public today, on November 23 at the Technology Crime Suppression Division in Mueang Thong Thani…
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Phuket tightens visa checks to curb ‘visa runners’ exploitation
Immigration officials in Phuket are implementing stringent screening measures as part of a national effort to curb ‘visa runners.’ This initiative aims to ensure that tourists entering Thailand on visa-free entries are genuine tourists and not exploiting the system for long-term stays or illegal activities. Phuket Immigration Chief Kriangkrai Ariyaying emphasised the focus on ensuring tourists using the visa-free programme…
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Monk arrested for child pornography at well-known temple
A 60 year old monk was apprehended in a well-known temple after police discovered his phone filled with illicit videos. Today, on November 23, Pol. Lt. Gen. Siam Boonsom, Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, instructed Pol. Maj. Gen. Pallop Aeremla, Deputy Commissioner, along with Pol. Maj. Gen. Chotiwat Lueangwilai, Commander of the Investigation Division, and Pol. Col. Wichit Thirakajornwong,…
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Floods disrupt Thai schools, UNICEF urges urgent climate action
Heavy rainfall and severe flooding continue to disrupt educational activities in several provinces across Thailand, with recent events particularly affecting schools in many districts of Ayutthaya province. A survey conducted by the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) in collaboration with UNICEF has revealed that nearly all schools in the country have faced extreme weather in recent years, highlighting a…
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Thai village homes damaged as Myanmar conflict spills over
An unidentified explosive device landed in a Thai village, damaging four houses, as tensions on the Thai-Myanmar border conflict escalated. Yesterday, on November 22, at 11am, multiple battalions of the Myanmar military launched a heavy attack on anti-government forces. The conflict, which shows no sign of abating, intensified further when Myanmar’s 22nd light infantry division, equipped with heavy weaponry, advanced…
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Biker rally leaves trail of crashes in Phetchabun
Thousands of motorcyclists gathered in Phetchabun, central Thailand, for a major rally where several road accidents occurred, prompting emergency responses and police action. The high-octane gathering, named Trip Without a Bath, drew around 5,000 motorcycles to Lom Kao and Khao Kho districts from today, November 22 to tomorrow, November 23. The event, known for its energetic and sometimes chaotic rides,…
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8 electrocuted in Nakhon Si Thammarat floods, 1 dead
Flooding in Nakhon Si Thammarat led to a fatal electrical leak while residents were moving belongings to higher ground, leaving one dead and eight others injured. The incident unfolded in Chaloet subdistrict on Thursday, November 20, as residents scrambled to move their belongings to higher ground amid worsening flood conditions. While attempting to escape the rising water, eight individuals were…
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Patong rips up roads to bury cables in 224m baht revamp
Patong has begun a major infrastructure project to move power and telecom lines underground along five roads, aiming to improve safety and enhance the streetscape. The massive project, backed by a 224 million baht budget, will see power and telecom lines buried along five key roads: Bangla Road, Thaweewong Road, Sawatdirak Road, Ruam Jai Road, and Prachanukroh Road, covering a…
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Thai investors eye gold boom as prices set to surge
Thai gold prices are expected to rise sharply next year, driven by global economic uncertainty, rising central bank demand, and stalled trade talks. Thai gold trader MTS Gold Group predicts bullion will end 2025 at around US$4,380 (approximately 159,000 baht), just shy of the record US$4,379.13 seen in October. In Thailand, local gold prices are expected to hover between 67,000…
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Pattaya drivers fume over new traffic light trial
A traffic light trial at a major Pattaya intersection has triggered backlash from residents and commuters, who report severe delays and road confusion. The new lights, installed at the Thepprasit–Koh Phai intersection as part of a city initiative to improve traffic flow and safety, appear to be doing just the opposite, grinding traffic to a frustrating halt. Drivers have flooded…
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Israeli dad drowns after rescuing son off Koh Pha Ngan
An Israeli tourist drowned off Koh Pha Ngan while trying to rescue his son from strong currents during a family holiday, prompting a large-scale search effort. The tourist, 45 year old Sagi Mor, was swept out to sea while holidaying on the Thai island with his wife and four children. According to reports from Hebrew-language media, Mor entered the water…
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Phuket to fast-track 21m baht tourism and infrastructure push
The government has approved four priority projects in Phuket to boost tourism, improve infrastructure and enhance local livelihoods, officials confirmed during a site visit. Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister’s Office Aree Krainara visited Phuket yesterday, November 21, to accelerate progress on the initiatives, which will be funded through central government reserves and agency budgets. His visit was part of…
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Songkhla underwater as floods swamp 18,000 homes
Severe flooding triggered by days of heavy rain has led to seven districts in Songkhla being declared disaster zones, affecting thousands of residents across the province. Torrential rains have left parts of Songkhla under water, with the province declaring an emergency disaster zone in seven districts as nearly 18,000 households struggle with rising floodwaters. Triggered by a monsoon trough and…
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People’s Party hits back at PM Anutin’s dissolution threat
The opposition has criticised the prime minister for suggesting a possible House dissolution, warning it could be used to avoid scrutiny during a no-confidence debate. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has drawn fire from the People’s Party (PP) after hinting he may dissolve Parliament on December 12, the same day the new parliamentary session opens, to avoid a looming no-confidence debate.…
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Phuket preps for global art splash at Thailand Biennale
Phuket is making final preparations for a major international art festival set to boost tourism, as culture officials inspect venues and installation progress. Culture Minister Sabida Thaiseth arrived on the island yesterday, November 21, to oversee preparations for the international contemporary art festival. She was joined by top Ministry of Culture officials, including Permanent Secretary Prasop Riangngen, Office of Contemporary…
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Pattaya boat sinks in storm, 14 tourists rescued
A fishing boat carrying Thai tourists capsized near an island off Pattaya after it was hit by strong waves, leaving passengers stranded until rescuers arrived. The chartered boat chad 14 Thai tourists onboard when it capsized off the coast of Pattaya. The incident occurred near Koh Man Wichai, roughly 20 kilometres from the shore, after strong winds and waves overwhelmed…
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Bangkok water warning: Taps to run dry in 27 areas tonight
Bangkok residents are being warned to prepare for dry taps as water supply will be shut off in 27 areas across the capital from 10pm tonight, November 22, until 5am tomorrow, November 23. The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority (MWA) announced the disruption is due to urgent maintenance work at the Bang Khen 2 pumping station and Bang Khen water production facility.…
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Thai man steals 10 million baht from mother after falling victim to scam
A 19 year old Thai man sought forgiveness from his mother after stealing 10 million baht in cash and assets from her and transferring them to a call centre scammer. The 19 year old victim, Mick, and his mother appeared on the Hone Krasae news programme on Channel 3 today, November 21, to share details of the scam. Mick explained…
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Thailand pawn giant cashes in on gold boom, loans soar
Thailand’s leading pawn shop chain, Easy Money, is expecting its highest loan growth in two decades, fuelled by surging gold prices and a wave of young entrepreneurs seeking short-term financing. “Loan demand is booming like we haven’t seen in 20 years,” said Easy Money Group chairperson Sittiwit Tangthanakiat. The company reported outstanding loans of 27 billion baht for the first…
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People’s Party mulls Bangkok comeback with new contender
The People’s Party, which holds more than 140 MPs, is reportedly preparing for a potential early election by laying groundwork in Bangkok’s political scene. Party insiders indicate that former MP Sita Divari, also known as “Captain Pun,” is being considered as a candidate for the upcoming Bangkok gubernatorial race. Sita, a former Thai Sang Thai candidate, re-entered politics in 2022…
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Teen seeks help after police delay in Bolt driver attempted rape case
A 19 year old woman has turned to a social media influencer for help after allegedly surviving an attempted rape by a Bolt driver, fearing the case would be delayed for months due to police inaction. The victim, Arisara Mitkhuntod, contacted influencer Chot-anan Lertritphuwadol after Bang Kruai Police Station allegedly asked her to wait two to three months for medical…
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Thief snatches Pattaya vendor’s gas cylinders in luxury car
A Pattaya street vendor reported a theft to police after a man in a luxury vehicle stole her gas tanks while she was preparing to open her stall. A Thai woman who makes a living selling omelettes over rice faced a major setback when a thief in a high-end sedan stole her only two gas cylinders, worth more than 5,000…
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Cathay Pacific sees Thailand rebound after rocky first half
Cathay Pacific confirmed it is seeing a strong rebound in Thailand route performance, after earlier struggles caused by safety concerns and political instability. Hong Kong’s flagship carrier confirmed that its Thailand routes are bouncing back in the second half of the year, following earlier setbacks tied to safety concerns and political instability. Despite a soft performance earlier in 2025, the…
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Wanted fraud suspect arrested on Bangkok–Phuket bus
Police arrested a wanted fraud suspect after tracking him to a Bangkok–Phuket bus, where the man was travelling under multiple outstanding warrants. The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) confirmed the arrest of a 27 year old man identified only as Patinya, who was wanted for multiple charges, including online fraud, computer crime offences, and assault. Marine Police Division officers tracked him down…
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TikTok pulls award from Thai doctor amid clothing brand drama, voting scandal
TikTok Thailand withdrew the Rising Creator of the Year Award 2025 from a Thai doctor following a dispute involving a well-known clothing brand and allegations of unethical voting practices. In a statement released yesterday, November 20, TikTok Thailand announced that the award had been revoked due to violations of the TikTok Awards’ rules and conditions. The award had originally been…
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Ratchaburi vendors shun co-pay scheme over scam fears
Several vendors in Ratchaburi, central Thailand, are refusing to join the government’s co-payment scheme, citing registration issues and scam concerns as key reasons for opting out. At Wat Tha Luang Phon in Photharam district, many small business owners are opting out of the government’s co-payment initiative, citing confusing registration procedures and concerns over fraudulent transactions. Running from October 29 to…
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Elephant electrocuted near Phetchaburi national park
A young wild elephant was electrocuted while foraging on farmland near Phetchaburi’s Kaeng Krachan National Park, prompting a full investigation. The incident occurred in the Pa Deng subdistrict of Phetchaburi’s Kaeng Krachan district, where a farmer had installed illegal electric fencing to protect his crops. The elephant, estimated to be between eight and 10 years old and weighing around 2…
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