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Washed up: Risso’s dolphin meets tragic end on Kata Noi Beach
Tragedy struck the shores of Thailand as officials confirmed yesterday the discovery of a rare Risso’s dolphin carcass, tragically entangled in a pile of rubbish on Kata Noi Beach in Phuket. Residents and lifeguards sounded the alarm around 7am, yesterday, September 22, alerting the Rare and Endangered Marine Animals Group, part of the Upper Andaman Marine and Coastal Resources Research…
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Thailand video news | Former Arsenal player arrested for £600K cannabis smuggling from Thailand, heavy rain and landslides leave one dead and several missing in Japan
In Thailand video news today, Alex and Jay delve into the stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia countries. The stories include a former Arsenal player Jay Emmanuel-Thomas was arrested for attempting to smuggle £600,000 worth of cannabis from Thailand into the UK. Thailand’s tourism and export sectors struggle as the baht surges to its highest level since 1998. Heavy…
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Rules eased to attract super yachts to Thai waters
Thailand’s Transport Ministry relaxed regulations to permit larger cruise ships or super yachts, to operate in Thai waters, aiming to establish the country as a premier marina hub in Asia. Deputy Minister Manaporn Charoensri announced yesterday, September 22, that the Marine Department recently revised a regulation concerning the arrival of super yachts and sports boats. According to Manaporn, this change is…
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Thai man arrested in murder of missing Nakhon Pathom Bolt driver
Police arrested an ex-con in connection with the murder of a female Bolt driver whose body was found on the side of Huay Plu Road in the central province of Nakhon Pathom. A Thai woman took to social media to search for her girlfriend, 47 year old Thitirat “Kati” Chatput, who worked as a Bolt driver and lost contact with…
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British man’s high-stakes Thailand trip goes up in smoke
A British man was dramatically arrested at Heathrow Airport after allegedly attempting to smuggle a staggering £1 million (44 million baht) worth of cannabis into the country –while travelling with his two young children. Nathaniel Benson, from Leeds, West Yorkshire, had just landed from Bangkok, Thailand, on Wednesday, September 18, when sharp-eyed Border Force officers swooped. Officers claim they discovered…
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Five injured in Suphan Buri bar shooting as brawl escalates
Gunfire erupted outside a popular bar in Suphan Buri, leaving five people injured. A brawl among patrons escalated into a shooting incident, after which the assailant sped away in a white pickup truck. Police have identified leads in the case. At approximately 12.30am yesterday, September 22, the Deputy Inspector at Suphan Buri City Police Station, Sarayut Kammul received a report…
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Naked foreign man plunges to death from Pattaya condo
A naked foreign man fell to his death at a 22-floor condominium in Pattaya in the early hours of today. His identity and the cause of his death are still under investigation. Officers from the Mueang Pattaya Police Station and rescuers from the Sawang Borriboon Dhammasatan Foundation investigated the death of the foreign man, who was estimated to be between…
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Smoke gets in your eyes: Rayong residents warned of toxic blaze
Residents near the Thai Plastic and Chemicals Plc plant in Rayong’s Mueang district have been urged to steer clear of toxic smoke following a fire sparked by a gas leak. The drama unfolded at the company’s facility within the Map Ta Phut Industrial Estate. The firm has issued a warning, advising locals to either stay indoors or don face masks…
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Pheu Thai Party defends ethics in political face-off
The Pheu Thai Party has firmly denied accusations of undermining ethical standards for political figures as outlined in the constitution. They claim they aim to clarify what constitutes grounds for prosecuting those in public office. Critics are raising alarms that the party’s push for a constitutional amendment to relax ethical conduct standards could pave the way for a power grab.…
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Crash course in chaos: 22-wheeled truck causes traffic jam
A 22-wheeled truck collided with 16 other vehicles yesterday, causing mayhem and gridlock on Kanchanaphisek Road in Samut Prakan’s Phra Pradaeng district. The chaos unfolded around 5pm, yesterday, September 22, on the Bang Phli-Suksawat stretch of the southern ring road, with rescue teams rushing to the scene after receiving frantic reports. The crash forced a complete closure of the road…
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Khao Kheow Zoo earns 12 million baht from Moo Deng’s live stream fame
Khao Kheow Open Zoo has captured global attention with live streaming of Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippo, drawing fans from around the world. The zoo reported a significant surge in visitors, earning over 12 million baht from September 1 to 19, and anticipates revenue up to 200 million baht from one million visitors by the end of its fiscal…
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Man found dead in Thailand home with knife wounds
A tragic incident occurred when a man was found dead with knife wounds to the head in his under-construction house. Villagers pointed fingers at a local man, who had been seen wandering around with a knife the previous night, about 100 metres from the victim’s home. The suspect denied the murder, claiming the blood on his shirt was not from…
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Car crashes into palm tree after motorcycle cuts lane in Pattaya
A car driven by 36 year old Chayapat, lost control and crashed into a palm tree and a large signpost on a traffic island in Pattaya, causing significant damage to the vehicle. The incident occurred after a motorcycle cut across the lane. At 2.30am today, the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Radio Centre in Pattaya received a report of a car…
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Armed assailants raid Halabala Sanctuary, steal shotguns and torch homes
Armed assailants, numbering more than 10, launched a brazen attack on the Halabala Wildlife Sanctuary in Narathiwat, Thailand. The incident, which occurred around 6.30pm yesterday, saw the group overpowering and restraining 10 sanctuary officers, looting 10 shotguns, and setting ablaze four staff residences. The armed group stormed the sanctuary, located in Bala Village, Moo 5, Lo Chut subdistrict, Waeng district.…
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Missing baby girl found safe in Nakhon Sawan after abduction
A nine month old baby girl was reported missing but has been found in Nakhon Sawan, sparking relief and further investigation. The incident began when Pang, a 24 year old woman with a disability, took the baby, named Fern, from her mother, 21 year old Sananthika, around 5pm yesterday. The abduction occurred at the Dee Dee Land Market in Uthai…
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Gunman disguised as food delivery rider shoots contractor in Trang
A gunman disguised as a food delivery rider ambushed and shot a construction contractor in Trang, Thailand, leaving him with a bullet wound in his right arm. The police are investigating the incident, suspecting a targeted assassination. On September 20, a man identified as 43 year old Sitthikorn, was shot while parked outside his residence in Mu 4, Bang Rak,…
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Heavy rainfall to affect 60 Thai provinces, 80% of Bangkok hit
Heavy rainfall is expected to continue across 60 provinces in Thailand, with 80% of Bangkok’s area severely affected. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued warnings for potential flash floods and forest run-off due to persistent storms. TMD forecasts that Thailand will experience continuous heavy rainfall over the next 24 hours. Certain regions, including the lower north, upper central, and…
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Police in Pathum Thani seize 80 kilograms of crystal meth, arrest two
Police in Pathum Thani province have apprehended two individuals suspected of drug trafficking and seized 80 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine along with firearms. Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) officers detained a 23 year old man, known only as Onn, after discovering 80 bags of crystal methamphetamine and two sachets of ketamine concealed in his Isuzu MU-X pickup. The arrest occurred on…
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Jealous ex-husband kills three, self in Khon Kaen tragedy
A tragic incident unfolded in the Mancha Khiri district of Khon Kaen yesterday when a man, driven by jealousy, shot his ex-wife, her mother, and a teen relative before taking his own life. The violent episode has left his two year old daughter traumatised and in shock. The shootings occurred at a house in Khampom village, tambon Phon Phek, around…
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Woman, 27, falls to death from 43rd floor in Bangkok condo
A 27 year old woman tragically fell to her death from the 43rd floor of her condominium in Bangkok’s Huai Khwang area, prompting an ongoing police investigation. Police Major General Chawarit Chankaen, an investigator with the Sutthisan police station, reported receiving an urgent call about a body discovered on the ground on September 20. He immediately responded to the scene,…
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Man confesses to killing ex-wife with iron cord in Pathum Thani
A Thai man confessed to killing his ex-wife with an iron cord in a fit of rage, following a dispute over financial matters. He then fled to Nakhon Sawan after committing the crime in their rented room in Pathum Thani. Police officers, including Kiattisak Mitprasat from Khlong Luang Police Station, along with several other investigators, apprehended 62 year old Tanan…
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Cambodian woman caught stealing necklaces in Samut Prakan
A 32 year old Cambodian woman was apprehended by locals after snatching three Naga necklaces valued at 40,000 baht from a jewellery store in Samut Prakan. She cited financial stress from a 60,000 baht loan taken to support her two children as the reason for the theft. Police Lieutenant Thanakit Kaenin received a report of a robbery at a jewellery shop…
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Thai police arrest man in Phayao for illegal online gambling
Police in Phayao province arrested a 22 year old Thai man for operating an illegal online gambling website, seizing 2.8 million baht in cash and assets valued at over 5 million baht. The suspect confessed to earning approximately 100,000 baht daily from the operation. Law enforcement officers led by Police Commander Pitak Nasamwas and Deputy Commander Jirapat Moongdee, along with…
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Newborn baby girl abandoned in temple toilet in Chon Buri
A newborn baby girl was abandoned in a temple bathroom, sparking local outrage and a police investigation. The baby was found wrapped in a towel and covered with a pink cloth, left in a quiet temple in Chon Buri province, surrounded by large trees. The incident came to light yesterday, September 20, when the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Centre in…
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New York Times spotlight on Thai dish Larb Gai goes viral
The New York Times’ recent feature on the Thai dish Larb Gai (minced chicken salad) has captured international attention, quickly going viral. The renowned media outlet, with over 19 million followers on Facebook, shared a detailed post about this popular Thai dish, sparking widespread interest. Larb Gai, a dish made from minced chicken, is cooked with mint leaves, basil leaves,…
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Heavy rain causes severe flooding in Don Mueang
Heavy rainfall has caused significant flooding in Don Mueang, affecting residential areas and main roads. Some homes have already been inundated. Don Mueang International Airport has advised travellers to allow an additional three to four hours for their journey. Recent reports indicate that heavy rain has hit multiple areas across Bangkok, leading to widespread flooding. Don Mueang district has been…
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Pattani buffet restaurant slammed over ‘paper-thin’ meat slices
A buffet restaurant in the southern province of Pattani faced severe backlash after images of overly thinly sliced meat, described as “paper-thin,” were shared online, sparking widespread criticism. The incident highlighted significant dissatisfaction among customers who were disappointed by both the quality of the food and the service. A member of a consumer group posted the photos yesterday, showing the…
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Bangkok and Nonthaburi face power outages in 19 areas
The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) has announced a temporary power outage affecting 19 areas in Bangkok and Nonthaburi starting today from 8am onwards. Residents in Bangkok will experience power cuts in several locations. Along Krungthonburi Road, the power will be out from the Krungthonburi Road intersection to the Sinsathorn Building from 8am to 3pm. Panya-Indra Road within Panya Village P.4…
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Pattaya mayor launches 2 billion baht flood fix
Pattaya is gearing up for a flood-free future as the city’s mayor, Poramet Ngampichet, fast-tracks a massive flood prevention project. In a high-stakes move, the ambitious scheme aims to divert dangerous floodwaters into local canals— and all within a mere 150 days. Mayor Poramet has declared flooding his top priority, vowing to protect the city from further water woes. He…
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Chalong Police urge motorists to reclaim lost licence plates
Chalong Police have called for motorists who lost their licence plates while navigating floodwaters this week to get in touch, as several plates have been handed in. Heavy downpours on Monday resulted in flash floods across multiple areas of Chalong, causing significant difficulties for drivers on both Chao Fa East and Chao Fa West roads. The rising waters led to…
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