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Road rage: Knife-wielding driver threatens man in Chiang Mai (video)
A heated road rage encounter occurred at a traffic junction in San Sai district, Chiang Mai, where a man wielding a knife confronted another driver after a horn was honked at him. The incident, which took place at 11.25pm on Saturday, August 3, sparked widespread attention after being shared on social media. Beat, the 26 year old driver and owner…
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Buakaw Banchamek shines in Muay Thai at Paris 2024
Muay Thai legend Buakaw Banchamek thrilled attendees yesterday as he led an impressive Muay Thai showcase at Club France in Paris. The event, held alongside the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, was organised by the International Federation of Muaythai Associations (IFMA) in partnership with the French National Olympic Committee. The showcase included virtual competition displays and captivated a global audience, highlighting…
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Minor earthquakes strike Chiang Rai twice in an hour
An earthquake struck Chiang Rai province twice within an hour, both with a magnitude of 1.4. The incidents occurred without any immediate reports of tremors. An earthquake with a magnitude of 1.4 was reported in Chiang Rai province twice within an hour. According to the Earthquake Surveillance Division of the Meteorological Department, the first earthquake occurred at 1.59am today, August…
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Laotian driver runs red light, kills pregnant woman, unborn baby (video)
A Laotian driver ran a red light on Nittayo Nakhon Phanom-Sakon Nakhon Road in the Isaan province of Nakhon Phanom, crashing into a Thai family’s sedan, tragically killing a pregnant woman, and her unborn baby and injuring several others. Video footage of the fatal accident shocked Thai netizens. The video showed a black SUV, driven by the Laotian national, whose…
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Fire at Bangkok flower shop spreads, injures one person
A fire broke out at a flower and wreath shop in Bangkok, spreading to two adjacent units and injuring one person. Initially appearing manageable, the blaze escalated. The Rama Radio Centre received reports of a fire at 11.09pm yesterday, August 5, at a residential building opposite Sukhumvit Hospital on Sukhumvit Road, Phra Khanong Nuea subdistrict, Watthana district. The Bangkok Fire…
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Global investments start Southern Land Bridge project in 2026
The Southern Land Bridge megaproject is set to move forward, with companies from China, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States expressing interest in investing, according to the Office of Transport and Traffic Policy Planning (OTP). OTP Director-General Panya Chupanich stated that if everything proceeds as planned, construction will commence in 2026 and conclude in 2030. The Land Bridge…
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Thai man arrested after fatal inheritance dispute in Nakhon Sawan
A Thai man was arrested after a violent altercation over an inheritance dispute resulted in one death and one injury. The incident occurred yesterday, August 5, near a temple in Tha Tako, Nakhon Sawan province. Police, led by Phitson Phasuk, arrived at the scene to find a tragic aftermath. A 68 year old man named Nikom lay dead beside his house,…
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Six-wheel truck runs over petrol station attendant and kills him
A Thai driver ran his six-wheel truck over a Burmese attendant, killing him, at a petrol station on Phahonyothin Road in the Khlong Luang district of Pathum Thani province, near Bangkok. Officers from Khlong Luang Police Station and rescuers from the Ruamkatanyu Rescue Foundation investigated the death of the Burmese petrol station attendant, 51 year old Sor Tan, who was…
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Thai PM considers Cabinet reshuffle amid court ruling uncertainty
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin expressed willingness to consider a Cabinet reshuffle if he remains in office following an impending Constitutional Court decision. This statement comes after the leader of the coalition United Thai Nation (UTN) Party, Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, suggested the reshuffle to appoint the party’s Secretary-General, Akanat Promphan, to a vacant ministerial post. “There are several issues involving the justice…
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2-metre crocodile crossing road sparks panic in central Thailand
A 2-metre crocodile was spotted crossing a road in the village of Nonmu, Kabin Buri district, Prachin Buri province, causing panic among the residents. The reptile appeared yesterday evening, August 5, and disappeared into the darkness, prompting local authorities to launch a search to capture it due to potential safety concerns. Eyewitnesses reported being shocked and immediately stopping their vehicles…
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Thai hotels face 111 million baht loss after FTI Group collapse
The collapse of German tour company FTI Group has resulted in significant financial losses for Thai hotels, totalling over 111 million baht. Hotel operators in Thailand are now seeking assistance from the German Embassy through coordination with the Tourism and Sports Ministry. FTI Group, the third-largest tour operator in Europe, filed for insolvency in June, impacting tourists and operators across…
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Alcohol spray machine explodes in Thai home (video)
A TikTok user issued a warning after an alcohol spray machine unexpectedly exploded in their home, leading to a fire. The incident occurred when the device was left plugged in for charging without any alcohol inside. TikTok user @nppts.n yesterday, August 5, shared a clip showing the aftermath of the explosion. The video showed the device, after being plugged in…
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Silver lining: Thailand badminton star glitters at 2024 Olympics
Kunlavut Vitidsarn sparkled yet again for Thailand on the badminton court to scoop silver at the 2024 Olympics. Kunlavut emerged as the third Thai badminton player to claim a World Championship title in August last year, joining the ranks of Ratchanok Intanon and the mixed doubles pair Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai. The historic victory set the stage to claim silver…
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Thailand Video News | Thailand’s New Visa Rules Sparks Mixed Reactions, Blacklisted Vietnamese Men Arrested for Illegal Entry in Thailand
Today’s Thailand video news, hosted by Alex, covers key stories from Thailand and Southeast Asia. The new visa rules have elicited mixed reactions, significantly impacting digital nomads and foreign students. In other news, the arrest of blacklisted Vietnamese men for illegal entry and a disturbing murder-suicide attempt by a Thai father have shocked the public. Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong’s…
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Man caught in Phuket after two-year hunt for selling modified guns
A 29 year old man has been apprehended in Phuket following a two-year manhunt for his involvement in modifying blank guns and selling them via live broadcasts on Facebook. The suspect, known only as Kittiphon or Tom, managed to evade capture by fleeing from Phang Nga to Phuket. Officers from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and the Crime Suppression Division…
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Nok Air’s future in turbulence: Delisting deadline looms
Nok Air (Bangkok Don Mueang) is in the hot seat once more, facing the threat of being delisted by the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET). The clock is ticking as the airline has been given until September 8 to resolve its financial mess and get back to trading on the bourse. The SET, in a July 31 announcement, laid down…
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Thai app mishap: Woman gets traffic fine instead of digital wallet
A Thai woman registered on the Tang Rat app hoping to receive a 10,000 baht digital wallet but instead received a notification of an outstanding traffic ticket. Concerns about personal data privacy and linking have raised public alarm. The public is highly concerned about the registration process for the 10,000 baht digital wallet through the Tang Rat app. People worry…
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Bangkok Airways offers Mother’s Day sales with tickets promotion
Bangkok Airways is celebrating Mother’s Day with a special promotion, the 8.8 Mother’s Day Sales, offering discounted tickets starting from 1,430 baht for domestic routes. The promotion aims to encourage family trips during August. The promotion covers 15 domestic routes, including Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Lampang, Sukhothai, Trat, Phuket, and Krabi, as well as U-Tapao to Phuket, Phuket to Hat…
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Japanese woman searches for son missing in Thailand for 4 years
A Japanese woman travelled to Thailand in search of her son, who had requested 240,000 baht for medical expenses four years ago and has been missing since. This missing Japanese man is found facing charges of embezzlement before his disappearance. On August 5, 66 year old Yoshimi Nishi and her family visited Khlongtan Police Station to file a missing persons…
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Blood-filled bag thrown into home sparks outrage in Roi Et (video)
A troubling incident has been circulating on social media, showing a mysterious black bag being thrown over a fence and blood splattering across the victim’s home. The incident occurred in Suwannaphum district, Roi Et province, and has been ongoing for two months. Captured on CCTV, the footage reveals the distressing moment when a black bag, thrown by a neighbour, lands…
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Health warning issued for Thai milk tea drinkers
The Thai Department of Health issued a health warning to avid Thai milk tea drinkers about the risk of developing kidney stones due to the high sugar, calcium content, and compounds found in tea leaves. A post on the Department of Health’s Facebook page today cautioned those who consume milk tea daily, highlighting the potential health risks associated with their…
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Search for British tourist who disappeared at Bangkok airport
A 27 year old British tourist embarked on a dream holiday to Thailand but has mysteriously vanished, leaving his loved ones in a state of despair. Simon Robinson jetted off to Thailand on July 22, planning to soak up the Sun until August 3. However, just days into his trip, he phoned his girlfriend on July 26, announcing his early…
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Ex Thai soldier brutally attacks father’s friend over alleged insult
A former Thai soldier brutally attacked a friend of his father in front of the victim’s young son after the victim allegedly looked down on him for leaving his military position to work as a security guard at an entertainment venue in Bangkok. The 14 year old boy from the Isaan province of Roi Et asked a news Facebook page…
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Passengers trapped on ‘sauna’ jet on London to Bangkok flight (video)
In a nightmare at 30,000 feet, passengers on a Heathrow to Bangkok flight endured panic attacks and struggled to breathe after their plane turned into a sweltering sauna for two hours. The Boeing 777, operated by Thai Airways (THAI), was set to depart on Thursday, July 25 but never left the ground due to a malfunctioning air conditioning system. Video…
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Thailand to amend domestic violence law amid rising abuse
Thailand is set to amend its anti-domestic violence law in response to rising concerns about household abuse. The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security is spearheading this revision, citing the increasing fragility of Thai society. Minister Varawut Silpa-archa announced that a primary focus of the ministry’s recent monthly meeting was the amendment of the Victims of Domestic Violence Protection…
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Blacklisted Vietnamese men arrested for illegally entering Thailand
Immigration police arrested three Vietnamese men this morning for illegally entering Thailand through a border checkpoint in the Isaan province of Nong Khai despite being blacklisted. Officers from the Nong Khai Provincial Immigration Office came across a Facebook post by a Vietnamese man, later identified as 34 year old Phan Dinh Sy, who advertised a transport service for Vietnamese nationals…
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Man drinks fake snake wine for health, risks kidney failure
A man drank snake wine believing it would enhance his sexual performance, only to discover it contained a plastic toy snake. Doctors warn this could lead to kidney failure, in addition to not improving his condition. According to the China Times, a 50 year old man consulted a urology specialist, Dr Huang Wei Lun for erectile dysfunction. During his treatment…
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Justice minister visits Phuket prison, focuses on rehabilitation
Justice Minister Police Colonel Tawee Sodsong, accompanied by the Inspector-General of the Department of Corrections, Narong Nukong, visited Phuket Provincial Prison yesterday to inspect prisoner conditions and encourage inmate rehabilitation. Joining them were Phuket Vice Governor Norasak Suksomboon, MP Chalermpong Saengdee, Rewat Areerob, President of the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO), and Arkom Phusri, Director of the Phuket Provincial Prison.…
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Phayao papaya tree with lucky-shaped fruit attracts interest
A papaya tree in Phayao has caused a stir with its oddly shaped fruit resembling buffalo horns, a naga, and an elephant trunk. The tree’s owner believes it may be a sign of good fortune from sacred spirits. Reporters today, August 4, observed an unusual papaya tree in the garden of Kriangsak Jaiyen, a 45 year old resident of Moo…
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Thai man attacked and threatened with M16 rifle after road row
A Thai man sought help from non-profit organisation Saimai Survive after an influential person in the southern province of Phang Nga after being physically assaulted and threatened with an M16 rifle following a row on the road. The 23 year old victim, Kiattiphum, shared with Saimai Survive that his rival attempted to kill him. The row between them began after…
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