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Police in Suphanburi arrest man after methamphetamine discovery
Police in Suphanburi apprehended a man suspected of drug use after a tip-off from residents. Despite his initial denial, a urine test confirmed methamphetamine use, leading to the discovery of more drugs hidden in his home. A special task force targeting drug suppression and social order, led by Sit Yamphraiphirom, the district chief of Mueang Suphanburi, and Thanapon Sangkhaphan, a…
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Severe monsoon warning issued for Thailand with heavy rainfall
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for severe monsoon conditions across Thailand, particularly in the northeast and eastern regions, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected. Residents are advised to be cautious of sudden flooding and flash floods, while the sea will experience waves up to 2 metres high, prompting advisories for sailors to avoid navigating the Gulf…
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Thai AirAsia launches new route from Tiruchi to Bangkok
Thai AirAsia will be launching direct flights from southern India’s Tiruchirappalli (also known as Tiruchi) to Bangkok, starting September 21. This move not only expands the airline’s network but also strengthens its foothold in the Indian market. The new service will operate thrice a week, offering flights in the Bangkok-Tiruchi-Bangkok sector on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The flight will depart…
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Thai thief gets his knickers in a twist over stolen briefs (video)
A Thai thief who stole underwear from a village in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok got his knickers in a twist and begged a victim to drop legal charges against him, fearing his wife would be hurt and think he liked other people’s underwear more than hers. The victim, a Thai woman named Bee, reported the theft to Chaiyaphruek Police Station…
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PM Srettha denies rumoured bribes to MFP MPs
Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin vehemently denies knowing anything about the explosive rumours circulating about attempts to bribe Move Forward Party (MFP) MPs to switch allegiances. Insiders claim that rival political factions have allegedly dangled a staggering 30 million baht in front of some MFP MPs to lure them away. These tantalising whispers come as the MFP, the leading opposition…
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Asian woman found dead on Phuket’s Kata Beach
An Asian woman was found dead on Kata Beach in Phuket early this morning. The grim find was made by a lifeguard, according to Karon police. The victim, who was clad in a black two-piece swimsuit, was approximately 160 centimetres tall, around 30 years old, with long black hair. Her body was discovered lying face down on the sand, directly…
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Thailand takes off with green aviation: SAF guidelines
Thailand’s Energy Ministry is poised to unveil groundbreaking guidelines on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the final quarter of this year, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT). This initiative tackles the colossal carbon footprint of the energy sector, the top offender in global warming. With the energy sector spewing out a staggering 69% of total emissions—40% from…
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Thai Lion Air flight delayed over fake bomb threat at Indian airport
At India’s Cochin International Airport, a passenger’s fake bomb threat wreaked havoc, delaying Thai Lion Air flight SL211 and leading to the individual’s arrest. The drama unfolded today during a routine security check before the flight’s departure to Thailand. According to Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL), the disruptive passenger made the bomb threat while undergoing the Secondary Ladder Point Check…
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Northern Thailand school van crash claims young student’s life
A young female student onboard a school van that crashed in the northern province of Nan has died, causing profound grief for her family and raising concerns about safety regulations. The incident occurred on Sunday, July 4 when the school van, carrying 16 students, lost control and overturned. Thirteen students sustained minor injuries, while three individuals, including the driver, were…
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Drama, death, spirituality: The White Lotus season 3 teaser drops (video)
The first sneak peek of The White Lotus season 3 in Thailand has landed. The highly anticipated third season of Mike White’s hit murder mystery series, The White Lotus, was teased for just six seconds, but it revealed plenty. Despite production halts due to actors’ and writers’ strikes, everything is now back on track, with a 2025 release confirmed. The…
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PM Srettha’s mother honoured at royal cremation ceremony
The funeral of Chodchoi Thavisin, mother of Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, took place with significant figures from various sectors attending to pay their respects. His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua appointed General Surayud Chulanont, President of the Privy Council, to represent him in the royal cremation ceremony held at Wat Thepsirintrawat yesterday, August 6 at 5pm. Notable attendees…
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Thailand Parliament rejects pornography and sex toy legalisation
Parliament today rejected the Move Forward Party’s (MFP) proposal to legalise professions related to pornography and the sex toy industry. The decision was based on concerns about explicit advertising and potential violations of Muslim religious principles. MFP MP Taopiphop Limjittakorn submitted a draft to revise Section 287 of the Criminal Law to legalise professions related to pornography and the sex…
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Massage therapist assaulted and robbed in Pattaya cassava field
A massage therapist was lured into a cassava field, assaulted, and robbed by an assailant, with the victim hiding in the grass until dawn before seeking help. The incident occurred yesterday, August 6, at 8.05am, with the victim filing a complaint at Nong Prue Police Station. The 45 year old victim, Ya (pseudonym), arrived at the police station in a…
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Gold prices take a tumble: Time to strike while the metal’s hot
Gold prices experienced a significant drop today, prompting potential buyers to act quickly. As of today, August 7, gold jewellery is being sold at 40,700 baht per baht weight, a decrease of 400 baht compared to yesterday. This information comes from the Gold Traders Association (GTA), which released the latest prices at 9.07am. Gold bullion with 96.5% purity is being…
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Three insurgents killed in Pattani clash with security forces
Security forces in Thailand’s southern province of Pattani engaged in a fierce clash with a group of insurgents in the Khlong Chang area, resulting in three insurgents being killed. This incident follows a sequence of violent events linked to the insurgents over several years. The confrontation occurred during a law enforcement operation in Khlong Chang, Naket subdistrict, Khok Pho district,…
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4.8 million baht seized from Big Joke over alleged gambling links
The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) confiscated 4.8 million baht in life insurance cash surrender value from the former Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police (RTP), Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn, and his wife as the couple was suspected of using proceeds from online gambling to pay for a life insurance policy. Big Joke and four other police officers in his…
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Thailand boosts export defences amid global recession fears
The Government of Thailand ramped up efforts to counter potential impacts on exports amid concerns of a looming global recession driven by US economic uncertainties. Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai highlighted the continuous monitoring of the US economic landscape, expressing worries about a possible recession that could ripple through global markets. “The government will not let Thai businesses and consumers be…
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Pattaya City honours Queen Sirikit ahead of 92nd birthday
Pattaya City hosted an event to celebrate Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother in anticipation of her 92nd birthday on August 12, which is Thailand’s Mother’s Day. The ceremony, held at 10.30am today, August 7, in the Thappraya Room at Pattaya City Hall, reflected the city’s deep respect and gratitude towards the Queen Mother. Mayor Poramese Ngampichet led the…
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Phuket Airport grounded: Power cut leaves flights in the dark
Phuket International Airport faced a brief power outage last night because of a power failure in the Provincial Electricity Authority’s (PEA) 115kV electricity distribution system. The outage, which started at 6.25pm, yesterday, August 6, impacted the Thalang district area, including the airport, according to an announcement from the Airports of Thailand Phuket branch (AoT Phuket). The disruption was attributed to…
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Fake cop caught with his pants down and penis out on social media
Mueang Chiang Mai Police Station in northern Thailand arrested a man impersonating a police officer after he sent lewd pictures of his penis to women on social media. A netizen took to a local Chiang Mai Facebook group to share a picture of the suspect and warned women to stay away from him because he randomly sent explicit pictures to…
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Barking mad: Samut Prakan resident’s bottle battle over noisy dog
A neighbourhood dispute in Samut Prakan has escalated after years of enduring a barking dog, culminating in a neighbour throwing a bottle at the dog owner’s house. Local police are seeking a resolution to the ongoing conflict. The incident took place in a residential area within Soi Suksawat 100, Moo 3, Nai Khlong Bang Pla Kot, Phra Samut Chedi district,…
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Thief arrested after stealing donation box from Saen Suk Temple
A thief was arrested after using bolt cutters to steal a donation box from Saen Suk Temple. He confessed and requested police for some incense to apologise to the temple’s guardian spirit, claiming the spirit had visited him in a dream and demanded he return the stolen items. Police yesterday, August 6, received orders from Police Major General Kiatkul Sonthinen,…
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Algerian boxer Khelif triumphs over Thai boxer Janjaem
In a welterweight semi-final clash at the Paris Olympics, Imane Khelif emerged victorious over Thailand’s Janjaem Suwannapheng by unanimous decision, securing her place in the women’s final at Roland Garros. Khelif, a silver medallist at the 2022 World Championships, and Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting have found themselves at the centre of a heated gender debate that has captivated the Olympic…
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Thai banks team up to boost halal exports with low-interest loans
The Export-Import Bank of Thailand (Exim Bank) has partnered with the Islamic Bank of Thailand (IBank) to provide loans at interest rates lower than the prime rate, aiming to establish Thailand as ASEAN’s halal hub by 2028. Representatives from Exim Bank, IBank, the Sheikhul Islam Office (Chularatchamontri), and various sectors involved in supporting halal products, yesterday, August 6, signed an…
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Thai exports to grow by 1 to 2% amid global uncertainties
The Thai National Shippers’ Council (TNSC) expects a modest expansion in export value this year, projecting a growth rate of 1 to 2%. TNSC Chairman Chaichan Chareonsuk confirmed the council’s forecast for 1 to 2% export growth this year, as of August 2024. Despite this optimistic outlook, the TNSC remains cautious due to several unpredictable factors expected in the second…
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Thai consumer confidence hits 11-month low
Thai consumers’ confidence in July continued to decline, marking the fifth consecutive month and reaching the lowest point in 11 months. The consumer confidence index fell from 58.9 to 57.7, driven by concerns over political stability in Thailand. Thanavath Phonvichai, President of the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Chairman of the Advisory Centre for Economic and Business…
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71 year old Thai woman robbed and killed in Chiang Rai home
A killer remains at large after killing a 71 year old Thai woman at her home in the northern province of Chiang Rai and stealing her gold necklace. A 58 year old Thai man, Prasit Sanukun, reported the death of his older sister, 71 year old Sa-ngiam Kunnana, to Mueang Chiang Rai Police Station officers yesterday, August 6. Prasit asked…
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Man surrenders to police after car horn altercation in Chiang Mai
A heated altercation over a car horn incident led to a man turning himself in to the police, revealing that his wife was upset and had not allowed him to sleep at home. The young man involved demanded 10,000 baht for the fright he experienced, stating that if he had lost his temper that day, it could have led to…
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Ratchaburi queen’s gamble: Beauty queen bets on confessing
A beauty queen from Ratchaburi voluntarily turned herself in to the police after realising the illegality of promoting gambling websites. This incident serves as a stern warning to influencers and freelancers about the importance of scrutinising the nature of their work engagements. According to a post shared by the page Puukarn Jae, managed by Police Major General Chatpantakarn Klayklueng, Commander of…
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Thailand Video News | Thai Food Stall Owner Receives Shocking 50 Million Baht Electricity Bill, Canadian Tourist Brutally Attacked on Pattaya’s Soi 6
Alex and Jay cover the stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia countries in Thailand video news. A Kuwaiti man caused a severe accident in Pattaya, resulting in multiple injuries. In Pattaya, a Canadian tourist was brutally attacked, raising safety concerns. In Mae Hong Son, a Thai man allegedly killed his wife with a bomb due to jealousy. A…
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