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    Top 10 reasons for expats to get a comprehensive health insurance in Thailand

    Moving to Thailand offers a prospect full of excitement and adventure, but in the same vein, if any injuries were to occur (and god forbid it does), the local healthcare system can be confusing at first glance for many expats...

  • Northeast Thailand: Couples in Buriram left high and dry as wedding planner breaches contract | Thaiger

    Northeast Thailand: Couples in Buriram left high and dry as wedding planner breaches contract

    Several couples reported a renowned wedding planning and bridal gown rental shop in Buriram for breach of contract. The couples, who had scheduled their weddings for today (November 25), were left hanging as the shop failed to set up wedding scenes or provide the agreed-upon bridal outfits. The local police station in Buriram received multiple complaints from disgruntled couples who…

  • Unveiling the ultimate Thai extravaganza at Terminal 21 Pattaya’s Temple Fair Festival 2023 | Thaiger

    Unveiling the ultimate Thai extravaganza at Terminal 21 Pattaya’s Temple Fair Festival 2023

    Terminal 21 Pattaya is gearing up for the mother of all cultural carnivals with the Temple Fair Festival 2023! Brace yourselves for a dazzling spectacle of more than 70 stalls, a spine-tingling haunted hotel, mystical fortune-telling, and mini-concerts by Thai icons that’ll have you dancing till dawn. Let the countdown to Monday, November 27 begin – this is one festival…

  • Chalong’s ex-mayor resists pressure to close popular Suksamran Market | Thaiger

    Chalong’s ex-mayor resists pressure to close popular Suksamran Market

    Former Chalong Mayor Samran Jindapol is standing his ground against formal charges, refusing to shut down the popular Suksamran Market on Chao Fa East Road, despite pressure from Chalong Municipality. The market, which has been functioning without disruption for nearly ten years, is still bustling with residents and vendors, who continue to back Samran staunchly. The ex-mayor, fondly known by…

  • Diplomatic dance in the seas: Russian Navy’s Admiral Panteleyev pays surprise visit to Thailand | Thaiger

    Diplomatic dance in the seas: Russian Navy’s Admiral Panteleyev pays surprise visit to Thailand

    In a diplomatic spectacle, the Russian Navy‘s Pacific Ocean Fleet, Admiral Panteleyev, has made waves with its visit to Thailand‘s Sattahip, marking a significant diplomatic event—the first since 2019. The vessel was welcomed with the Soviet classic Katyusha performed by an orchestra, setting the stage for a diplomatic dance between nations. A Royal Thai Navy official rolled out the red…

  • Thai snack Pa Tong Go in charcoal colour struggles in market | Thaiger

    Thai snack Pa Tong Go in charcoal colour struggles in market

    A recent online post featuring an image of a traditional Thai snack known as Pa Tong Go sparked interest and discussion. Many people are familiar with this snack, typically golden yellow in colour and standard in shape, which is often served in pairs. Some variations may involve moulding the dough into different shapes. However, a recent post that has been…

  • Thai man stabbed for allegedly peeking at granddaughter in bathroom | Thaiger

    Thai man stabbed for allegedly peeking at granddaughter in bathroom

    A Thai man stabbed his father-in-law after accusing him of peeking at his 13 year old daughter while she was taking a shower. The injured father-in-law denied the accusation, saying he only fixed an electric wire outside the bathroom. Neighbours who witnessed the stabbing outside a house in the Chai Badan district in the central province of Lopburi reported it…

  • Phuket: Luxembourg family demands justice after fatal road accident | Thaiger

    Phuket: Luxembourg family demands justice after fatal road accident

    A tragic accident in Phuket has left the family of a young woman from Luxembourg seeking answers. Nineteen-year-old Schintgen Cey-lan was killed in a road collision earlier this month, along with her American boyfriend, 21 year old Nickolas Joseph Ayoub. The two were riding a motorbike when a car, driven by Russian national Irina Pustovalova, hit them from behind. The…

  • Holiday horror: American tourist’s idyllic adventure turns tragic near Phuket’s Khai Nai Islands | Thaiger

    Holiday horror: American tourist’s idyllic adventure turns tragic near Phuket’s Khai Nai Islands

    A 75 year old American tourist met a tragic end during what was supposed to be a blissful day trip to the Khai Nai Islands near Phuket. Police Lieutenant Colonel Weerayuth Thansirisukvorakul of Phuket City Police received a call from Phuket Provincial Hospital at 11 am on November 22, revealing the demise of Danny G Liu. The picturesque Khai Islands,…

  • Chinese father shows confidence in son’s future despite poor grades | Thaiger

    Chinese father shows confidence in son’s future despite poor grades

    Even with a son who has the worst grades in his class, a Chinese father stood firm in a parent meeting, voicing his belief in a bright future for his child. The meeting took place at a primary school in Chingtao, Shantung province, China, where the father of the worst student in the class received commendations from other parents for…

  • Gold prices could hit US$2,015 per ounce in near future, says GTA | Thaiger

    Gold prices could hit US$2,015 per ounce in near future, says GTA

    The Gold Traders Association (GTA) projected a potential rise in gold prices, possibly hitting US$2,015 (71,535 baht) per ounce in the near future. However, this trend may be interspersed with periods of market volatility. Yesterday morning, spot gold saw an increase of 0.4% to US$1,997.39, spurred by a dip in the US dollar and a fall in the benchmark US…

  • Teenage Thai girl uses fake receipts to get 19 free nights at central Thailand hotel (video) | Thaiger

    Teenage Thai girl uses fake receipts to get 19 free nights at central Thailand hotel (video)

    A 15 year old Thai girl created fake money transfer receipts to get 19 free nights at a hotel in the central province of Chachengsao. The hotel owner, Thanwarat Channamkham, contacted Mueang Chachengsao Police Station on November 23 after realising she had been defrauded by her teenage guest, Nuan. Thanwarat told officers that the teenage guest created fake money transfer…

  • Miss Universe runner-up Anntonia Porsild involved in shocking motorway accident (video) | Thaiger

    Miss Universe runner-up Anntonia Porsild involved in shocking motorway accident (video)

    A shocking motorway accident involving Anntonia Porsild, the runner-up in the Miss Universe 2023 contest, sparked widespread concern among her fans. The incident occurred on the evening of November 23 while Anntonia was en route to Mexico Airport to return to Thailand. The driver, unfamiliar with the route, was speeding and missed the airport exit sign. In a dangerous move,…

  • Diary decoded: Anne Frank’s secrets unveiled, hidden jokes, sex and unexpected lessons revealed with digital discovery | Thaiger

    Diary decoded: Anne Frank’s secrets unveiled, hidden jokes, sex and unexpected lessons revealed with digital discovery

    Hidden jokes and sex education have been revealed from the previously undisclosed content of Anne Frank’s diary, thanks to digital technology. The mysterious brown-paper-covered pages of the diary offered a unique perspective of a 13 year old Jewish girl during World War II. Researchers from the Anne Frank Museum, War, Holocaust, and Genocide Studies Institute of the Netherlands, and Huygens…

  • Rubbish accumulation shock: Chiang Mai condo unveils year-long neglect | Thaiger

    Rubbish accumulation shock: Chiang Mai condo unveils year-long neglect

    A year-long accumulation of rubbish in a Chiang Mai condominium sparked concern among other tenants when it led to a water leak. The tenant, a 40 year old postal worker, had been absent for a year, leaving behind a room filled with waste at a lodging on Mahidol Road, Nong Hoi, Mueang District, Chiang Mai. The issue came to light…

  • Thailand tourism suffers as Chinese visitor target falls short | Thaiger

    Thailand tourism suffers as Chinese visitor target falls short

    Thailand‘s anticipated tally of Chinese visitors for this year has been downgraded to between 3.4 million and 3.5 million, falling short of the target set by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). This comes despite the implementation of a visa-free scheme aimed at luring Chinese tourists. Before the pandemic wreaked havoc in 2019, China played a pivotal role in Thailand’s…

  • Employee compensation: Bangkok iron factory resolves terminations | Thaiger

    Employee compensation: Bangkok iron factory resolves terminations

    Bangkok Iron Factory, a leading metal manufacturing company, confirmed plans to compensate 382 employees following their employment termination on December 28. The company is also offering the option for skilled workers to continue employment at two of its other factories. The employee compensation decision follows a meeting held today between the Labour Ministry’s inspector, Sophakiat Kiatniracha, and the employees of…

  • Phuket seminar highlights fight against gender-based violence | Thaiger

    Phuket seminar highlights fight against gender-based violence

    The city of Phuket recently played host to a seminar aimed at combatting violence against women, children, and the LGBTQ+ community. Organised by the Phuket Provincial Prosecutor’s Office and the local branch of the Baan Sri Chumphaban Foundation, the event saw over 100 people gather to engage in meaningful discussions on the topic. The seminar, titled Equality between genders to…

  • Neighbourhood dispute turns violent over public land vegetable garden in northern Thailand | Thaiger

    Neighbourhood dispute turns violent over public land vegetable garden in northern Thailand

    A heated neighbourhood dispute erupted over a vegetable garden planted on public land in Chiang Mai. The argument resulted in physical violence, leaving several people injured. Police are now preparing to interrogate all involved today. Panya, a 62 year old resident, has lived in the neighbourhood for quite some time. Prior to the arrival of a disputing family, he had…

  • Phuket launches health certification for hotels to boost tourists’ confidence | Thaiger

    Phuket launches health certification for hotels to boost tourists’ confidence

    The Department of Medical Sciences, a part of Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health, has introduced a certification programme that awards hotels for their effective prevention of Legionnaires disease and Norovirus. This initiative is part of the broader Safety Phuket Island Sandbox scheme, aimed at bolstering tourist confidence in visiting Phuket and the rest of the country. The unveiling of this…

  • Taxi cooperatives dispute: Phuket vice governor urges calm | Thaiger

    Taxi cooperatives dispute: Phuket vice governor urges calm

    Tensions have been simmering amongst taxi cooperatives in Phuket, as a recent meeting saw the island’s vice governor pleading with drivers to keep their emotions in check when dealing with mobile app taxi drivers. Vice Governor Amnuay Pinsuwan’s plea comes in light of a series of confrontations and issues that have been escalating on the island’s roads. The gathering took…

  • Miracle at Chester Zoo: Rare baby rhino birth sparks hope for endangered species (video) | Thaiger

    Miracle at Chester Zoo: Rare baby rhino birth sparks hope for endangered species (video)

    In a heartwarming spectacle that promises to turn the tide for a critically endangered species, Chester Zoo, in the United Kingdom witnesses the extraordinary birth of a baby rhino. Experts claim this event could be the lifeline needed to rescue the eastern black rhino from the brink of extinction. Chester Zoo proudly announces the arrival of a female eastern black…

  • Southeast Thailand mystery case: Diver discovers bone fragments in canal | Thaiger

    Southeast Thailand mystery case: Diver discovers bone fragments in canal

    A mystery unfolded in the small town of Bo Rai, Trat when a local found nearly 30 bone fragments while diving in a canal. The 26 year old man, known only as Pin, was looking for fish in the canal, which is approximately 30 metres wide and 1 to 2 metres deep. Following the discovery, rescue workers and police were…

  • Water management advancements: Irrigation department propels development | Thaiger

    Water management advancements: Irrigation department propels development

    The Irrigation Department is pushing forward with the development of the Lower Huai Luang Basin and the Huai Pue Dam project to enhance water management capabilities and mitigate drought and flooding. Sunthorn Kamsee Mueang, director of the Office of Large Irrigation Construction Office No. 5, along with Irrigation Department officials and the media, visited the project site in Phon Pisai…

  • Former Thai police officer murdered in central Thailand | Thaiger

    Former Thai police officer murdered in central Thailand

    A mother discovered the body of her missing son, a retired Thai police officer, brutally murdered in a sugarcane field in the central province of Lopburi. The family suspected the murder was linked to a conflict with a drug gang. The 70 year old woman, Prayoon Chiangkun, reported the death of her son, 51 year old Somsak Charoenrod, at Srabot…

  • Deliveroo rider dishes out justice, turns Dublin drama into chaos clash (video) | Thaiger

    Deliveroo rider dishes out justice, turns Dublin drama into chaos clash (video)

    An unsuspecting hero emerged from the streets of Dublin as a brave Deliveroo rider from Brazil thwarted a horrific school stabbing, only to plunge the city into turmoil as it became the epicentre of a fiery clash between authorities and far-right rioters. The selfless actions of Caio Benicio, a 43 year old Brazilian Deliveroo driver, unfolded in Dublin when he…

  • Car calamity: Two teachers dead, 12 injured in central Thailand crash | Thaiger

    Car calamity: Two teachers dead, 12 injured in central Thailand crash

    A tragic car accident claimed the lives of two teachers and injured 12 others on their way to work in Sri Mahapho district, Prachinburi province. The teachers, identified as Thitthai Kaewsri and Srathha Muangdee, were en route to their school when their car collided with a bus carrying factory workers. At about 6.30am, local police were alerted to the accident…

  • Thai economy rebound: PM unveils bold plan to tackle challenges | Thaiger

    Thai economy rebound: PM unveils bold plan to tackle challenges

    Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin outlined a comprehensive plan to tackle pressing economic issues in Thailand spanning agriculture, industry, and debt-related concerns. He unveiled his intentions during a keynote speech at The Standard Economic Forum, stating that the Thai economy’s current state is a subject of contention between himself and the Bank of Thailand’s governor. Despite the debate, the Thai PM…

  • Thai tourists injured in bus crash in Turkey’s Denizli province | Thaiger

    Thai tourists injured in bus crash in Turkey’s Denizli province

    A tour bus carrying 26 Thai tourists crashed into a roadside signboard in Denizli, Turkey, resulting in injuries to all onboard. Four of the tourists were critically injured, while the remaining 22 suffered other injuries. The accident took place yesterday (November 23) while the tourists, travelling with the Doraku Tours company, were exploring the popular tourist province. The injured tourists…

  • Central Thailand: Thai Revenue Department clarifies controversial Huai Khwang restaurant raid | Thaiger

    Central Thailand: Thai Revenue Department clarifies controversial Huai Khwang restaurant raid

    The Revenue Department has clarified the controversial issue involving six men, alleged to be its officials, who raided a restaurant in Huai Khwang district and seized a liquor license. The department has assured there was no ill intention behind the action and it was conducted in good faith today. Pakapoom Tantanaserikul, Secretary of the Department, acting as Deputy Spokesperson, yesterday revealed…

  • Brolamen serum scare: FDA warns against unregistered wrinkle eraser | Thaiger

    Brolamen serum scare: FDA warns against unregistered wrinkle eraser

    Brolamen, a serum claiming to instantly eliminate crow’s feet, received a cautionary notice from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after being showcased in an online video today. Weerachai Nalawachai, the FDA’s Deputy Secretary-General, disclosed that upon a more in-depth investigation, the product, which lacks Thai labelling, was not located in the Thai cosmetics product database. “Narrowing of the eyes…