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British tourist left bleeding after Pattaya bust-up with pal
A British man was injured with a badly cut ear in a late-night fight with a friend on Pattaya’s Beach Road, prompting a police response and emergency medical treatment. At 11.30pm yesterday, September 10, Pattaya City Police were alerted to a disturbance near the Dongtan Police Substation on Jomtien Beach Road. The clash, which broke out outside a restaurant, quickly…
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Thai man arrested after murdering neighbour over sexual harassment dispute
Police successfully arrested a man for murdering his neighbour following a dispute over alleged sexual harassment. The suspect evaded capture for more than a week in the southern province of Songkhla. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) The suspect, 43 year old Suthep, fatally shot his neighbour, 45 year old Pongsak, at…
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Thailand video news “Bangkok Safari Worker Fatally Mauled by Lions After Exiting Vehicle in Restricted Zone”, Thailand Achieves Top Marks in ICAO Safety Audit After Years of Reform
Thailand is facing a week of dramatic developments, from a fatal lion attack at Bangkok’s Safari World and a court ruling on a deadly school-bus fire to Prime Minister Anutin’s vast asset declaration. At the same time, regional cooperation is growing as Thailand and Cambodia agree to withdraw troops and reopen borders, while the country earns top marks…
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1 in 3 Thai teens exposed to online sexual content, study finds
A new study has found that one in three Thai teenagers has come across sexual content online, raising concerns about youth safety in the digital world. The report, titled Leaked: Understanding and Addressing Self-Generated Sexual Content Involving Young People in Thailand, was carried out by research group Evident and the HUG Project, with support from the World Childhood Foundation. Researchers…
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Thai monk crashes and kills old woman in Buriram
A Thai monk crashed into and killed an elderly woman on Sai Na Lao–Hua Fai Road in the Isaan province of Buriram yesterday, September 10. Officers from Khaen Dong Police Station investigated the death of 72 year old Khiao outside Ban Khok Sawang School in the Hua Fai sub-district. Khiao’s left leg was broken, and she sustained a severe head…
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Thailand blasted for weak laws as domestic violence surges
Campaigners are calling out Thailand’s weak domestic violence laws, accusing them of protecting abusers more than victims, and demanding urgent reform. Civil society groups are ramping up pressure on the new government to prioritise a long-delayed draft law that would strengthen protections for victims of domestic and sexual violence. Yesterday, September 10, the Coalition Against Gender-Based Violence Thailand hosted a…
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Bangkok ice factory ammonia leak brought under control
A rescue team and technicians at an ice factory in Bangkok successfully shut off a valve following an ammonia leak last night, September 10. The Rama 9 Radio Centre reported at 10.47pm that a chemical substance had leaked from the ice factory in Soi Ramindra 8, in the Bang Khen district of Bangkok. As the factory was reported to be…
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Doctor suspects zookeeper’s lion death may be suicide
A man was killed by lions at a Bangkok safari park while tourists looked on, in what a doctor suspects may have been a shocking case of suicide. The incident took place around 11.30am yesterday, September 10, at Safari World, a popular wildlife attraction. The victim, 58 year old Jian, was attacked by lions moments after stepping out of his…
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Grab backs Thai co-payment scheme to boost food sector
Food delivery companies have voiced support for a government plan to revive a co-payment scheme aimed at boosting restaurant sales and the wider economy. Industry leaders say the programme, previously credited with boosting small restaurant sales by up to five times, could offer vital relief as the economy slows. Chantsuda Thananitayaudom, managing director of Grab Thailand, confirmed the company’s full…
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Chinese woman dies in Pattaya jet ski accident, husband survives
A Chinese woman lost her life in a jet ski accident off the coast of Pattaya yesterday evening. Her husband survived. Sea Rescue Pattaya City was alerted by a rental jet ski operator on Ta Waen Beach, Koh Larn, in Chon Buri after a Chinese couple failed to return their jet skis at the scheduled time of 3pm The operator…
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Thai man with 4 phones arrested for filming woman in Lampang
A Thai TikToker issued a warning after catching a man secretly filming her at a supermarket in the northern province of Lampang on Sunday, September 7. The TikTok user, parery_review2, shared a video of the suspect and revealed the details of the incident in the caption. She explained that she was unaware of being recorded until a female shopper noticed…
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Pattaya to issue sea walker permits to protect marine life
Pattaya will become the first Thai city to issue sea walker permits, aiming to regulate the activity, protect marine life, and ensure tourist safety. Launching next month, the move aims to strike a balance between marine conservation and sustainable tourism, as the underwater activity gains popularity with tourists around the world. Sea walker tourism lets visitors walk on the seabed…
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Thai man apologises after woman filmed sitting on his lap on motorcycle trip
A viral video captured four people travelling dangerously on a motorcycle along a road in Nakhon Sawan province. One of the women was seen in an inappropriate posture, sitting on the lap of a male rider while facing him. A Thai woman witnessed the risky motorcycle ride while she was driving along Phahon Yothin Road in Mueang Nakhon Sawan district…
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PM Anutin reveals billions in assets, private jets and antiques
Thailand’s new prime minister has declared billions in personal assets, revealing luxury items and raising questions about wealth and political influence. PM Anutin Charnvirakul has disclosed assets amounting to 3.9 billion baht, which include three private jets, two speedboats, and a luxury property in Bangkok. Among his assets, the former construction magnate also listed 1.09 billion baht in cash and…
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Thai man murders older brother and hides body in septic tank
A Thai man murdered his older brother and hid the body in a septic tank at their shared home in the Isaan province of Sakon Nakhon. The suspect claimed his brother had cut ties with him, leading to the violent act. Officers from Akat Amnuai Police Station received a complaint about the disappearance of 65 year old Pinit Phailasi from…
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Thailand flies high with top marks in aviation safety audit
Thailand passed a major international aviation audit, earning praise for its safety standards and oversight after a thorough inspection by a global body. The kingdom has passed a comprehensive audit by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), earning global praise for its aviation oversight and safety standards. The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) confirmed that Thailand scored an impressive…
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Thaksin begins 1 year sentence at Bangkok’s Klong Prem Prison
Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has officially begun serving his one-year prison sentence at Klong Prem Central Prison in Bangkok following a Supreme Court ruling. The 76 year old billionaire was initially committed to Bangkok Remand Prison in Chatuchak district before his transfer. Yesterday evening, September 9, Thaksin was moved to Klong Prem after completing admission procedures at the remand…
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2 Chinese and 11 Burmese arrested in Bangkok e-cigarettes factory raid
Police arrested two Chinese nationals and 11 Burmese nationals for turning a warehouse in Bangkok into an illegal factory producing e-cigarettes. Officers seized 60,000 illicit products along with equipment used in vape production. Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) officers raided the warehouse in the Tha Kham area of Bang Khun Thian district, Bangkok, yesterday. Two Chinese nationals were found at the…
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Bangkok zookeeper killed in horrific lion attack at Safari World (video)
A zookeeper was attacked and killed by a pack of lions at a Bangkok zoo, as tourists witnessed the incident and tried to intervene to save him. The shocking attack lasted approximately 15 minutes, with visitors attempting to intervene by honking car horns and shouting to distract the animals. According to Colonel Dr. Thawatchai Kanchanarin, a former professor and surgeon…
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BTS monthly packages return amid uncertain 20-baht flat fare policy
The Bangkok Mass Transit System (BTS Skytrain) is reinstating its travel packages, allowing passengers to purchase monthly fares at discounted rates from tomorrow, September 11. BTS previously offered travel packages which enabled passengers to purchase between 15 and 35 trips per month, which had to be used within that month. These packages allowed for cheaper travel compared to standard fares.…
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Giant python captured after terrorising Pattaya footpath
Officers in Pattaya captured a giant python on a city footpath after reports from locals and tourists, ensuring public safety and relocating the snake. At around 9am on Monday, September 8, Pattaya City Radio Centre received a report from concerned citizens about a large snake on the pathway. Officers from the Pattaya City Disaster Prevention Department were quickly dispatched to…
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China hails Anutin election, pledges closer ties with Thailand
China has congratulated Anutin Charnvirakul on his election as Thailand’s new prime minister, signalling its readiness to strengthen strategic and economic cooperation. A spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said Beijing aims to “carry forward traditional friendship, deepen practical cooperation, and contribute to peace, stability and prosperity in the region.” The announcement highlights the close relationship between the two countries,…
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Thai singer fined 1,000 baht for ‘Sox on Cox’ performance in Nonthaburi restaurant
A Thai singer faces a fine of 1,000 baht after his “Sox on Cox” performance at a restaurant in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) The restaurant’s Facebook page, ร้านมากันใหญ่, shared a video of the band NEGATIVE’s performance yesterday, with the caption… “Last night, NEGATIVE unlocked the heat! After…
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Thailand video news | Advocates push for balanced, unified cannabis law in Thailand, MRT station flooded after construction fault
In Thailand video news, Alex covers news stories from across Thailand. The stories include the prison sentence handed down to one of Thailand’s most influential political figures, a new movement calling for a unified cannabis law in Thailand, and serious flooding news from Bangkok and beyond. Thaksin Ordered to Serve One-Year Term After Fake Hospital Stay Thailand’s Supreme Court has…
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Hong Kong Customs seize 6kg of cannabis from Thailand flight
Hong Kong Customs seized 6 kilograms of suspected cannabis from a passenger arriving from Bangkok, leading to an arrest and trafficking charges. Cannabis buds valued at approximately HK$1.3 million (approximately 5.98 million Thai baht) were confiscated at Hong Kong International Airport. The seizure followed the arrival of a 23 year old female passenger from Bangkok. During routine customs clearance, officers…
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Chiang Mai pickup crash topples 24 power poles and kills 1 victim
A contestant from The Voice Thailand lost his life in a pickup crash on Nong Hor Road in Chiang Mai, which also damaged 24 electricity poles and caused a power outage in the area yesterday. A dash camera from another vehicle travelling on Nong Hor Road in the Chang Phueak district of Chiang Mai captured the shocking incident, which occurred…
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BBC crew nearly arrested while filming Thailand documentary
A British TV presenter nearly faced arrest while filming a BBC documentary in Thailand exploring the country’s popular tourist spots and hidden dangers. Zara McDermott has revealed the terrifying moment she nearly got arrested in Thailand while filming her upcoming BBC documentary, Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise. The former Love Island star spoke about the ordeal at a London…
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Thai AirAsia X launches Bangkok-Almaty flights from December
Thai AirAsia X is taking off into Central Asia with a new direct route from Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport to Almaty, Kazakhstan, offering promotional fares starting at 6,690 baht. The airline’s first venture into the region aims to attract Thai travellers seeking visa-free trips, unique culture, and breathtaking natural scenery in a consistently cool climate. The service will operate four…
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Why Thailand’s eSports went mobile first
Thailand’s eSports map flipped faster than a lobby countdown. Once, PC cafés set the meta with MOBA marathons and tactical shooters. Now, queues form on buses and in food courts, where phones run full tournaments and scrims between classes or shifts. The shift wasn’t only about specs. It was about rhythm. Daily life in Bangkok and provincial hubs rewards short,…
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Thai mother violently punishes 13 year old son for raping younger half-sister
A Thai mother in the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima violently punished her 13 year old son for repeatedly raping his eight year old half-sister. The shocking and distressing incident came to light after the 13 year old boy escaped from his home to seek help from a community leader last night, September 8. His body was covered with severe,…
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