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Managing medical expenses in Thailand is important as healthcare costs continue to rise. The country’s healthcare system includes both public and private options, but even with the Universal Coverage Scheme (UCS) for citizens, many still face high out-of-pocket medical expenses....
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Thai transwoman and foreign man clash on gender misunderstanding in Phuket
A brawl erupted between a Thai transwoman and a foreign man at a hotel in Phuket after the foreigner refused to pay upon discovering her gender. A source, who wishes to remain anonymous, reported the altercation between the Thai transwoman and the foreign man to the local news Facebook page, Phuket Times, on November 18. The page shared a post.…
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Baifern blossoms: Udon Thani’s enchantress captivates Thailand
In the glamorous world of modelling, a new name is dazzling the scene and captivating hearts both on and off the camera: Baifern Kulthada (ใบเฟิร์น กุลธาดา) from Udon Thani. Making waves at just 27, Baifern has quickly become one of the most searched names, thanks to her enchanting beauty and eye-catching photoshoots. With jaw-dropping measurements of 36-26-35, Baifern exudes a…
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Speed of fright: Russian woman assaulted by Bolt rider in Pattaya
A Russian woman yesterday found herself the victim of a brutal, violent assault by a Pattaya motorcycle taxi driver, all because she asked for a slower ride. The 41 year old woman, known as Anna, who navigates the busy world of real estate, ordered a ride via the Bolt app for a journey from Soi Kasetsin to her residence near…
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Airlines to add 73,000 seats for new year travel in Thailand
Six airlines are set to increase their seat offerings by over 73,000 during the new year period to prevent excessive price hikes during the festive season. This effort, led by the Transport Ministry, involves collaboration with Thai Airways International and other members of the Airlines Association of Thailand (AAT), including Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, Thai Lion Air, and…
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Thai man arrested for knife attack on Phuket Police Station officer (video)
A Thai man fled from Phuket to Phang Nga after a knife attack on a police officer at Tha Chatchai Police Station, eventually crashing his car and being arrested. The suspect, 48 year old Choo-ai Phongthin, entered Tha Chatchai Police Station at around 2.50am on November 17 and rushed to the office of inquiry officer, Police Lieutenant Colonel Akkaraphon Wilai.…
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Fire destroys Ayutthaya home, damages over 5 million baht
A devastating fire engulfed a two-storey home in Pak Jan, Nakhon Luang, Ayutthaya province, leaving the property in ruins with damages estimated at over 5 million baht. The blaze, which occurred yesterday, November 17, at 10pm, forced a 69 year old retired teacher, Suchin, to flee for his life. The incident unfolded rapidly as police and local firefighters were alerted…
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Thailand set to ‘stir up’ the economy with juicy stimulus carrot
Thailand is gearing up to dangle a glittering economic carrot with a new stimulus package set to roll out by year’s end, stretching well into 2025. This ambitious plan aims to supercharge the country’s economy, injecting life into key sectors and rallying national growth. In the corridors of power, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat revealed that the top-tier economic stimulus…
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Thai woman fatally stabs herself after dispute with boyfriend
A Thai woman fatally stabbed herself in the leg following a dispute with her boyfriend at their shared home in the central province of Ayutthaya on Saturday, November 16. Officers from Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Police Station were alerted to the incident at about 5am on Saturday and rushed to the scene. Medical personnel from Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Hospital…
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Banpu strikes a green chord amid energy chaos
While the energy industry faces turbulent times, Thai powerhouse Banpu is staying the course, determined to hit the right note with its ambitious green agenda. Listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), Banpu is full steam ahead in its mission to produce quality energy with a keen focus on environmental care, even as market volatility looms large. Under the…
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Thailand video news | Cold air and storms sweep across Thailand, British student jailed for smuggling cannabis from Thailand
In today’s Thailand Video News, Alex delves into significant stories from Thailand and across Asia. From Thailand’s ambitious upgrade of Suvarnabhumi Airport’s immigration system to deepen efficiency, to the Thai Prime Minister’s meeting with Xi Jinping at APEC, fostering closer ties with China. Other headlines include the sentencing of a British student for smuggling cannabis, a cold front sweeping across…
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Thailand fast-tracks labour law reforms to meet ILO standards
The Labour Ministry is fast-tracking revisions to key legislation to elevate the country’s labour rights to international standards. Spokesperson Phumipat Mueanchan confirmed that Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has prioritised updating the Labour Relations Act and the State Enterprise Labor Relations Act in alignment with International Labor Organisation (ILO) conventions. These legislative changes aim to enhance workers’ rights, particularly focusing on…
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Thai woman admits murdering friend, foreign husband denies involvement
Concrete evidence compelled a Thai woman to confess to the murder of her friend, whose body was discovered with missing ring fingers in a palm plantation in Rayong province on Friday, November 15. The suspect’s foreign husband is also under suspicion. The 35 year old suspect, identified as Wannarat Saengkaew, filed a complaint with Sattahip Police Station in Chon Buri…
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Thailand economy gives a surprise ‘Thai’ five with Q3 growth leap
Thailand’s economy just delivered a surprise package of positive news! Official figures released today, November 18, reveal that the nation’s economic growth has leapt to a striking 3.0% increase in the third quarter compared to last year, leaving analyst predictions of 2.6% in the dust. In a stellar performance, Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy also recorded a seasonally adjusted growth of…
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Facebook scams cost 718 million baht in Thailand last year
Facebook scams and fraudulent activities have inflicted significant financial damage, totalling 718 million baht over the past year, according to the Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister, Prasert Jantararuangtong. Highlighting the efforts of the Anti-Online Scam Operation Centre (AOC) during a recent briefing, Prasert revealed the centre’s impact from November 1 last year to November 14 this year, during which…
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EV excitement with a shock: Thailand’s green dream hits a snag
Thailand’s electric vehicle (EV) industry may be sparking excitement but beneath the surface, a storm of challenges is threatening to short-circuit the nation’s EV ambitions. Despite a surge in EV usage, the sector is grappling with poor domestic car sales, sluggish economic growth, crippling household debt, and cutthroat pricing wars that could derail its progress. Chinese EV manufacturers, with their…
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Phuket’s tourism set to earn 500 billion baht this year
Phuket’s tourism industry is poised for a financial boom, with anticipated earnings reaching an impressive 500 billion baht this year. The island’s strategic focus on attracting visitors through sports tourism, even during the traditional off-season, is driving this growth, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s (TAT) Phuket office. Director of TAT Phuket, Lertchai Wangtrakuldee highlighted that the island effectively…
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10 year old homeless boy steals 3.5 million baht from Aussie woman in Pattaya
Police yesterday arrested a 10 year old homeless Thai boy for stealing valuables worth 3.5 million baht from an Australian businesswoman staying in a rented house in Pattaya on Saturday, November 16. The victim, 40 year old Toni Anne Hughes, filed a complaint at Mueang Pattaya Police Station on Saturday, reporting that she left her rented house on Friday, November…
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Thailand’s debt drive: Putting the brakes on cars and homes
The financial woes of Thailand have taken centre stage as crippling debt levels put the brakes on car sales and curb the housing market, particularly among low-income households. With banks wary of non-performing loans (NPLs), many hopeful borrowers are seeing their applications for mortgages and car loans hit the skids. In response, the government is steering new initiatives to tackle…
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Flame-ingo: Thai woman escapes burning pickup inferno
A Thai woman had a miraculous escape from a fiery fate after her pickup truck caught fire while she was driving. Thanks to the heroic actions of a quick-thinking motorcyclist, she was pulled to safety just moments before her vehicle was completely engulfed in flames. The heart-stopping incident unfolded at 8.30pm, yesterday, November 17, on Highway 22 in Nakhon Phanom…
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American arrested for alleged sexual assault of Chinese woman
Hat Yai police have arrested a 39 year old American man following serious allegations of sexual assault against a 35 year old Chinese woman. The case unfolded after the victim, known publicly as Chang, bravely came forward to report the distressing incident. The drama began on November 2 when Chang and the suspect, identified as Christian, first crossed paths at…
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Jealousy-fuelled attack suspect caught after seven years on the run
Police apprehended a 55 year old man for a violent jealousy-fuelled attack in which he shot his former father-in-law and the mother of his ex-wife’s former boyfriend. After evading capture for seven years, he was found bedridden due to a stroke. Suwat was arrested yesterday, November 16 in a hut within a sugarcane field in Udon Thani province. The arrest…
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Denmark wins Miss Universe 2024, Thailand’s Opal shines in third runner-up
The 73rd Miss Universe 2024 pageant concluded in Mexico, where Denmark’s representative emerged victorious. Thailand’s Opal Suchata Chuangsri achieved an impressive feat, securing the third runner-up position and earning admiration from beauty pageant fans worldwide. Opal Suchata Chuangsri, a beloved figure among pageant enthusiasts, has had an inspiring journey leading to her top five finish at Miss Universe. Born on…
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Buddhist abbot smashes minivan window, sparks outrage in Thailand
An incident involving a Buddhist abbot has stirred controversy after he reportedly smashed a school’s minivan window with staff in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, causing distress to kindergarten children inside. The abbot’s actions have raised concerns and prompted official complaints. Social media was abuzz with images and accounts of the incident, as shared by Social Hunter 2024. The post questioned…
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Fatal crash in Pathum Thani as truck hits motorcycle
A tragic road accident occurred early today involving a speeding pickup truck that collided with a motorcycle, resulting in the death of a 58 year old man. Police are investigating the incident and reviewing CCTV footage to determine the cause. At 1.15am today, November 17, Veerawat Niyomsap, an investigator at Khlong Luang Police Station, received a report of a collision…
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Pickup truck crash in Chon Buri sparks fatal transformer explosion
A tragic incident unfolded today when a pickup truck collided with a high-voltage electricity pole, resulting in a transformer explosion and a subsequent fire. The driver was fatally trapped inside the vehicle. This accident occurred on the Sukhumvit 8 Road, in the Nong Kham area of Si Racha district, Chon Buri province. At approximately 12.30am, today, November 17, officers from…
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Bangkok motorcycle shop fire causes explosions and tragedy
A devastating fire erupted at a motorcycle shop, resulting in multiple explosions and significant property damage, while the discovery of the shop owner’s wife’s body added to the tragedy. Police are investigating the cause of the blaze that broke out in the early hours of today. At around 1am, today, November 17, police officer Korawik Suputat from Bang Khun Thian…
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Burmese man drowns retrieving coins during Loy Krathong in Phuket
A tragic incident unfolded in Phuket as a Burmese man drowned while attempting to retrieve coins from floats in a reservoir during the Loy Krathong festivities. This unfortunate event took place in Thalang, with police confirming the man’s death in the early hours of November 15. The Loy Krathong festival, celebrated at the Bang Ma Ruan reservoir in the Sri…
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Cold air brings storms and cooler weather to Thailand
A new cold air mass is spreading across Thailand, bringing thunderstorms and cooler temperatures. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) warns of adverse conditions affecting 32 provinces, with the central region, including Bangkok, expected to experience the most severe impact. A fresh, moderately strong high-pressure system from China has reached Vietnam’s northern region and the South China Sea. This weather pattern…
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Thai PM meets Xi Jinping at APEC, boosts China ties
At 10am local time in Lima, Peru, on November 15, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra engaged in a significant bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the 31st APEC Economic Leaders’ Summit. The discussions highlighted the enduring partnership between Thailand and China, marking the year as the Golden Year of Thai-Chinese Friendship. PM Paetongtarn confirmed support for China’s role…
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Thai students to benefit from 2.9 billion baht free lunch programme
The Education Ministry is set to ensure that students nationwide receive nutritious meals as part of next year’s free lunch programme. Education Minister Permpoon Chidchob has highlighted the initiative’s focus on providing children with a balanced diet, crucial for their academic and personal development. The upcoming programme will target underprivileged children in rural areas, expanding upon this year’s efforts, which…
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