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  • Rights holder accuses Thai publisher of unlicensed comics sales | Thaiger

    Rights holder accuses Thai publisher of unlicensed comics sales

    Tong Li Publishing Co., Ltd issued a Thai-language statement today, March 26, alleging that Thailand-based publisher BURAPAT COMICS has been printing, distributing and selling the comic Hongsa Chom Rachan without legal authorisation. Hongsa Chom Rachan is the Thai release of The Ravages of Time, a Chinese-language historical comic series from Hong Kong set in the Three Kingdoms era that has…

  • How Thailand’s construction industry is turning to ERP systems for control, transparency, and scale | Thaiger

    How Thailand’s construction industry is turning to ERP systems for control, transparency, and scale

    Thailand’s construction industry is entering a decisive phase of transformation. With large-scale infrastructure projects accelerating across the country, particularly under initiatives such as the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), contractors are facing increasing pressure to deliver projects faster, more efficiently, and with tighter cost control. This shift is not only about scale. It is about complexity. Modern construction projects involve multiple…

  • OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies of cancer at 43 | Thaiger

    OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies of cancer at 43

    OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has died at 43 years old after a battle with cancer, the company said yesterday, March 23, announcing the death of the entrepreneur who oversaw the subscription platform through its parent company. In a statement, an OnlyFans spokesperson said, “We are deeply saddened to announce the death of Leo Radvinsky. Leo passed away peacefully after a…

  • Business class flights to Thailand in 2026: Best routes, airlines, and what’s changed | Thaiger

    Business class flights to Thailand in 2026: Best routes, airlines, and what’s changed

    For U.S. travellers heading to Thailand, business class in 2026 still means a one-stop journey, and that makes the routing decision almost as important as the cabin itself. With no nonstop business class flights to Thailand currently available, the quality of the trip depends not only on the airline but also on the connection city, total travel time, and how…

  • HKTDC launches GreenBiz HK campaign in Bangkok | Thaiger

    HKTDC launches GreenBiz HK campaign in Bangkok

    The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) organised the GreenBiz HK campaign in Bangkok, comprising a GreenBiz HK Forum with dedicated thematic sessions, networking events and business matching meetings, alongside a Hong Kong Green Team delegation. The campaign aims to foster collaboration between Hong Kong and Thailand in the green economy. One of the highlights, the GreenBiz HK Forum, was…

  • UAE property market slows sharply as deals fall 51% month on month | Thaiger

    UAE property market slows sharply as deals fall 51% month on month

    Property transactions in the UAE have slowed sharply since the latest conflict in the Middle East began, according to investment bank Goldman Sachs, which said rising regional uncertainty is starting to weigh directly on homebuyer demand. The war is now entering its third week and has increased volatility across financial and energy assets in the region. Goldman Sachs analysts, led…

  • Transport Ministry denies Khlong Saen Saep boat fare hike rumours | Thaiger

    Transport Ministry denies Khlong Saen Saep boat fare hike rumours

    The Transport Ministry has denied reports that passenger boat fares on Bangkok’s Khlong Saen Saep canal will rise by 1 baht per segment this week, saying the operator has confirmed there has been no change to the current rates. The clarification followed claims that Khlong Saen Saep boat fares would increase from 11 to 21 baht to 12 to 22 baht,…

  • AEROTHAI says 1,000+ Middle East flights to Thailand cancelled | Thaiger

    AEROTHAI says 1,000+ Middle East flights to Thailand cancelled

    More than 1,000 flights to Thailand have been cancelled by airlines from the Middle East since February 28, according to Aeronautical Radio of Thailand (AEROTHAI), as the regional conflict continues to affect traffic through Thai airspace. Surachai Nuprom, AEROTHAI’s deputy executive director and acting executive director, said today, March 18, that the impact on flight volumes in Thailand has become…

  • Thai aviation industry costs rise as AAT seeks government relief | Thaiger

    Thai aviation industry costs rise as AAT seeks government relief

    The Airline Association of Thailand (AAT) has met executives from six member airlines to discuss rising cost pressures on the Thai aviation industry, as it prepares to ask the government for urgent relief measures. The AAT said it recently convened a meeting with top management from its member airlines: Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia X, Nok Air, Thai Lion…

  • Mobile vs desktop login: common problems and quick fixes | Thaiger

    Mobile vs desktop login: common problems and quick fixes

    Brands relying on digital platforms are always trying to improve the integration between desktop and mobile devices. Ideally, users should experience seamless navigation in both options, but not only so. One’s input must be immediately updated in the other, which is technologically trickier than it seems. It goes for actions, exchanged information, layouts, and logins. However, the mobile and desktop…

  • Energy chief apologises for petrol station delays, says fuel sufficient | Thaiger

    Energy chief apologises for petrol station delays, says fuel sufficient

    Thailand’s fuel supply remains sufficient despite recent disruption at petrol stations, the director-general of the Department of Energy Business said today, March 17, after apologising for queues and delivery problems seen in recent days. Speaking at Government House, Sarawut Kaewtathip began with a public apology for what he described as confusion and obstacles faced outside fuel stations. Sarawut said Thailand…

  • PTT fuel supply sufficient nationwide, OR CEO says | Thaiger

    PTT fuel supply sufficient nationwide, OR CEO says

    PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR) has said fuel supplies remain sufficient at more than 2,400 PTT service stations nationwide, despite concerns linked to the prolonged unrest in the Middle East. In a Facebook post on March 15, OR Chief Executive M.L. Peakthong Thongyai said the company is closely monitoring the situation and working to ensure the…

  • Middle East conflict threatens Thailand’s GDP with potential 2.31% decline | Thaiger

    Middle East conflict threatens Thailand’s GDP with potential 2.31% decline

    Thailand’s GDP could shrink by up to 2.31 percentage points if the ongoing Middle East conflict remains unresolved, according to an analysis by the Center for Economic and Business Forecasting at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC). The centre outlined three scenarios for how the war could affect the economy, ranging from a brief disruption to a…

  • What to look for in a food trailer for sale in Los Angeles | Thaiger

    What to look for in a food trailer for sale in Los Angeles

    Los Angeles remains one of the most attractive markets for mobile food businesses because it combines year-round activity, a diverse customer base, and steady demand for convenient food concepts. In a city where people regularly eat on the go, attend public events, and try new street food formats, mobile operators have real opportunities to build brands that are flexible, visible,…

  • Thailand tourism steady despite 4.4% dip amid Middle East conflict | Thaiger

    Thailand tourism steady despite 4.4% dip amid Middle East conflict

    Thailand recorded a 4.40% decline in international tourist arrivals between January 1 and March 11, 2026, compared with the same period last year, 2025, but inbound travel has remained steady into early March despite pressures linked to Middle East tensions, reported the Ministry of Tourism and Sports. Natreeya Thaewiwong, the ministry’s permanent secretary, said cumulative arrivals in the first part…

  • Thai Airways raises ticket prices 10–15% amid higher fuel costs | Thaiger

    Thai Airways raises ticket prices 10–15% amid higher fuel costs

    Thai Airways has started increasing ticket fares by about 10 to 15% to offset higher fuel costs linked to the Middle East situation, as the airline maintains stable operations and presses ahead with expansion plans. The Chief Financial and Accounting Officer, Cherdchome Therdsteerasukdi, said the airline has begun adjusting ticket prices in line with higher oil prices. Cherdchome said Thai…

  • Government assures no oil shortage amid fuel measures review | Thaiger

    Government assures no oil shortage amid fuel measures review

    Fuel cost measures and supply planning were discussed at Government House in Bangkok yesterday, March 9, as the government responds to public concern about energy costs and risks linked to the Middle East. Deputy Prime Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, who is also the transport minister, briefed reporters after the energy meeting in his capacity as director of the Centre for Administration…

  • A harsh sign, a serious message: Chiang Mai scooter and motorbike rental’s warning sparks debate online | Thaiger

    A harsh sign, a serious message: Chiang Mai scooter and motorbike rental’s warning sparks debate online

    A blunt warning on the wall of a Chiang Mai scooter and motorbike rental has gone viral again, reigniting debate over tourist road safety in Thailand. The message hangs at the entrance to Cat Motors’ rental lot, the first thing every customer sees. It tells inexperienced riders, “If you have no driving experience, please choose another motorcycle rental service to…

  • Moneyline, spread, or total? Choose the market that matches how you watch sports | Thaiger

    Moneyline, spread, or total? Choose the market that matches how you watch sports

    Most people do not get stuck because sports betting terms are too complicated. They get stuck because they are trying to use the wrong lens. Moneyline asks who wins. Spread asks whether the margin beats the number. Total asks what kind of game is about to unfold. That sounds simple, but it changes everything. Some viewers lock onto the winner…

  • Anutin announces 15-day cap on diesel price at 29.94 baht per litre | Thaiger

    Anutin announces 15-day cap on diesel price at 29.94 baht per litre

    Thailand’s government ordered a diesel price freeze yesterday, March 3, after concerns over an escalating overseas conflict prompted some motorists to rush to fill up and stockpile fuel, amid fears prices could rise. The move follows reports that fighting involving the United States and Israel against Iran has affected oil exports and is expected to last for around four weeks.…