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Revving down: Nissan shifts gears with Thai job cuts
Nissan Motor Corporation is gearing up for a major reshuffle in Thailand, as the automotive giant plans to slash or relocate around 1,000 jobs amidst its sweeping global workforce reduction strategy. This hard-hitting news comes from insider sources who leaked the story to Reuters, albeit under the cloak of anonymity due to their lack of authorisation to go public. The…
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Mama noodles thrive amid economic challenges in Thailand
Instant noodles, particularly the Mama brand, continue to thrive regardless of economic conditions. Despite evolving market dynamics, the core customer base remains financially constrained due to a trap of expenses that outpace income. This insight was shared at the THAILAND 2025: Opportunities-Hopes-Realities seminar, held yesterday, November 21, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. The event featured insights…
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Malaysian monk arrested for theft at Chiang Mai temple
Chiang Saen police officers in northern Thailand, including immigration, apprehended a Malaysian monk suspected of theft at Chiang Mai’s Jed Yod Temple. The suspect, identified as 50 year old Paramasivan, was found near Wat Phra Chao Lan Thong in Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai. The investigation kicked off after Chang Phueak police in Chiang Mai were alerted to missing valuables from…
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Crypto the future: Thailand coins new digital investment arena path
Thailand is making strides to become a regional leader in digital asset investment, with the government pledging to create opportunities and enhance accessibility in this burgeoning market. Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat emphasised the importance of collaboration with the private sector to support the growth of digital assets during a keynote speech at a Binance TH event. In his address,…
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Thai investors spook Rayong locals after haunted houses appeal
A weird real estate sign reading “Find haunted houses to buy” left locals in the eastern province of Rayong shocked and bewildered. Two real estate investors have since claimed responsibility for the sign, explaining that their goal is to renovate old, haunted houses for resale. A 48 year old Thai man named Kai shared a picture of the real estate…
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Thailand video news | Egyptian tourist arrested for sexual assault in Bangkok, Malaysian man sentenced to public caning for Islamic offence
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex highlights stories from the region. From an Egyptian tourist’s arrest in Bangkok for assault to a shocking cult raid uncovering corpses in Kamphaeng Phet, the headlines capture a range of incidents. Other stories include the panic caused by an Indian man firing a blank gun in Pattaya, a Thai couple seeking justice after a…
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Elderly British expat injured in Pattaya scooter crash
An elderly British expat sustained serious injuries when his electric scooter collided with wooden pallets in Pattaya. The incident took place in front of the Toe Tae Market on Chaiyaphruek 1 Road. Pattaya police responded quickly to the report, with emergency responders from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation arriving promptly at the scene. Upon their arrival, they discovered a red…
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FTI fuels the push for a public-private energy plan in Thailand
The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) renewed its call for the establishment of a public-private committee on energy management, urging the Thai government to take the proposal seriously in light of potential shifts in America’s energy policy under Donald Trump’s presidency. The FTI’s proposal aims to enhance national energy management and address the complexities arising from global energy dynamics. The…
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Thailand cooking up a global food hub by 2026
Thailand is gearing up to establish itself as a leading global food hub by 2026, with its food trade value projected to exceed 700 billion baht next year. This ambitious goal is largely driven by the private sector’s initiatives to enhance food-related industries and promote gastronomy tourism. Taniwan Koonmongkon, president of the Thai Restaurant Association (TRA), revealed that Thailand’s food…
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Thaksin’s hospital treatment probe faces authority limits: Committee
A House committee investigating allegations of special treatment for former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra during his detention at Police General Hospital (PGH) faces limitations in its authority. The Department of Corrections clarified that the committee cannot summon Thaksin or related agencies to testify. Chaired by Rangsiman Rome, an MP from the opposition People’s Party, the committee on state security, border…
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Life in the fast lane: Heroic rescue revives foreign driver in Pattaya
A Thai rescue team yesterday saved a foreign man who lost consciousness while driving on a road in Pattaya, reportedly due to a congenital condition. Officers from Mueang Pattaya Police Station and a rescue team were called to the footpath near the Land Department Intersection on Pattaya Sai Sam Road to assist the unconscious driver yesterday afternoon, November 21. The…
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Thailand braces for hot, stormy weather across regions
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a weather warning for today, November 22, indicating hot conditions with scattered clouds in Bangkok and its surrounding areas, while the southern regions brace for heavy rainfall. The TMD’s forecast for the next 24 hours reveals a moderate high-pressure system or cool air mass from China affecting the upper regions of Thailand, resulting…
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Thai man falls to death from condo near Bangkok, motive unknown
A Thai man fell to his death from the 11th floor of a luxury condominium in the Mueang Thong Thani neighbourhood in the Pak Kret district in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. Officers from Pak Kret Police Station, along with the Institute of Forensic Medicine and the Por Teck Tung Foundation, responded to the incident, which occurred at around 2pm, yesterday,…
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Thai Lion Air eyes new route to boost Nakhon Phanom tourism
Thai Lion Air is contemplating expanding its flight operations to Nakhon Phanom, in line with the Thai government’s strategy to boost tourism in lesser-known cities. This move is part of an initiative to transform secondary tourism cities into bustling hubs. Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri has tasked the Department of Airports (DoA) with exploring avenues to increase flight frequency to…
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Bridging the gap: Chanthaburi and Pailin build new ties
In a landmark move for regional relations, a brand-new bridge is set to connect Chanthaburi in Thailand with Cambodia’s Pailin province, signalling a fresh era of cross-border camaraderie. With a price tag of 15 million baht, the Chanthaburi-Pailin Friendship Bridge is set to revolutionise trade and tourism between these two neighbouring countries. The grand announcement was made at the Ban…
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British lawyer latest to fall in Laos alcohol poisoning tragedy
A British lawyer has become the latest fatality of alcoholic poisoning in Laos taking the death toll to five people. The chilling incident has sent shockwaves across the globe. The British lawyer Simone White is the tragic fifth victim in a series of suspected mass poisonings in Laos, Southeast Asia. A UK Foreign Office spokesperson grieved alongside her family, confirming…
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Interior ministry allocates 56 million baht for Surat Thani marshland
Thailand’s Ministry of Interior approved a budget of over 56 million baht for the fiscal year 2025 to develop the Khlong Khwai marshland, aiming to create a new green space for the people of Surat Thani province. Kanisini Opasrangsank, a Member of Parliament for Constituency 1 in Surat Thani and Deputy Secretary-General of the United Thai Nation Party, along with…
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Kamphaeng Phet cult premises raided, 12 corpses found (video)
Police Forensic Science Officers raided a cult premises in the northern province of Kamphaeng Phet and discovered 12 corpses, which the cult leader and members reportedly used in their rituals, including clairvoyance and other superstitious training programmes. A local Facebook page, กำแพงเพชร ร้องเรียนอะไร บอกไว้ที่นี่ (translated as Kamphaeng Phet, Complain Here), urged relevant government departments to investigate the strange cult located…
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Bangkok court drops Thai activist’s spyware suit: Amnesty
In a controversial ruling, the Bangkok Civil Court has dismissed Thai activist Jatupat Boonpattararaksa’s lawsuit against NSO Group Technologies, sparking outcry from rights advocates. Jatupat had accused NSO Group of failing to prevent his alleged targeting with Pegasus spyware, a tool widely criticised for its role in surveillance abuses worldwide. Amnesty International’s Thailand Researcher, Chanatip Tatiyakaroonwong, condemned the court’s decision.…
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Bib Gourmand serves up a feast of flavour and value in Thailand
Michelin’s latest Bib Gourmand list is out, featuring 156 restaurants across Thailand that deliver exceptional quality and value. With 20 new entries in the prestigious Michelin Guide Thailand 2025, food lovers now have even more delectable choices, especially with the exciting addition of Chon Buri as a newly surveyed destination, said Gwendal Poullennec, Director of the Michelin Guides Worldwide. “This…
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Bitcoin nears US$100,000 as Trump boosts investor confidence
Bitcoin‘s rapid ascent towards the US$100,000 mark gained momentum today, driven by investor optimism about a potential supportive stance from the incoming US administration under President-elect Donald Trump. Traders in Asia saw bitcoin prices surpass US$96,000 for the first time, reaching a peak just above US$96,898. This year has witnessed a dramatic surge in bitcoin’s value, with its price more…
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Floating flavours: Uttaradit spiced up with ancient dish, raft parade
The northern Thai province of Uttaradit will host a festival featuring the traditional dish Oua Bak Phed Sai Pla (green pepper stuffed with fish), a recipe passed down for over 300 years, alongside a spectacular raft procession to celebrate local produce and waterways in Tron district. The annual festival, organised by the Uttaradit Provincial Cultural Office in collaboration with local…
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Thai rider physically assaulted female client over confusing address
A Thai app-based delivery rider paid 20,000 baht in compensation to a female client after physically assaulting her over a confusing address. The 35 year old victim, Natchacha, filed a complaint against the delivery rider, 41 year old Apidate Boonsong, at Khukot Police Station on Friday, November 15, following the incident, which occurred at 6.30pm that day. Natchacha explained that…
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Arab tourist accused of assaulting ladyboy in Patong, Phuket
A troubling incident unfolded in Patong, Phuket, where a 35 year old ladyboy from Songkhla was allegedly assaulted by an Arab tourist. This incident, which took place outside a massage shop on the bustling Bangla Road, has sparked an investigation by local police. The altercation occurred around 2.30am yesterday, November 20, near Benz Massage on Soi Bangla. According to a…
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Bombs in rubbish bags spark Narathiwat emergency school closure
Bombs planted inside rubbish bags sent shockwaves through a community in Narathiwat as police rushed to investigate the incident. Four explosive devices were strategically placed on Road 4136, prompting an emergency school closure and a large-scale investigation with no reported injuries. Officials, including Direk Chomyong, deputy chief of Narathiwat Provincial Police, and Weerayut Tasiphan, chief of Koh Kian Police Station,…
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Lampang celebrates revered monk’s 112th birthday
Lampang is set to host a significant annual event entitled, Following the Path of Faith: Paying Homage to Venerable Luang Phor Kasem Khemko, marking the revered monk’s 112th birthday. This unique event will feature rarely seen traditional Lanna ceremonies and offerings. The event, organised by the local government of Lampang, will take place over three days and nights, from November…
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Phuket and Indonesia strengthen ties to support local community
Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat recently welcomed Suarganana Pringganu, the Consul General of the Republic of Indonesia, to discuss strengthening cooperation and support for the Indonesian community in Phuket. This meeting, held at Phuket Provincial Hall, underscored the importance of nurturing bilateral relations and addressing significant issues such as the welfare and repatriation of Indonesian citizens. During the discussions, Pringganu acknowledged…
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Russian driver crashes into Thai couple’s motorcycle, denies responsibility
A Thai couple is seeking justice after a Russian man allegedly crashed his SUV into their motorcycle on a Phuket road and failed to take responsibility for their injuries. The victims contacted the Phuket Times, urging it to publicise their story in their pursuit of justice. On Tuesday, November 19, the page shared photos of the accident along with details…
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Labour icon John Prescott dies at 86, leaves lasting legacy (video)
The world has bid a fond farewell to controversial former British Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott, who died at the age of 86. Prescott, a political firebrand, and a cornerstone of Tony Blair’s New Labour movement was a custodian of traditional Labour values. He died peacefully in a care home, surrounded by his beloved family and the soothing melodies of…
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Drug-addicted Thai man murders former employer in plantation
A drug-addicted Thai man fatally attacked his former female employer at a palm plantation in the southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat on Tuesday after she and her girlfriend unexpectedly terminated his employment. Officers from Chang Klang Police Station were called to a house in the palm plantation in the Chawang district of Nakhon Si Thammarat on Tuesday, November 19,…
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