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Sponsored Do foreigners get free healthcare in Thailand?
Thailand’s healthcare system is well-regarded across Southeast Asia, with options ranging from public hospitals to world-class private facilities. But when it comes to foreign residents or tourists, healthcare access isn’t as straightforward. So, do foreigners get free healthcare in Thailand?...
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Myanmar journalist jailed for life, another gets 20 years
A military court in Myanmar sentenced one journalist to life imprisonment and another to 20 years behind bars, further tightening the junta’s iron grip on the nation’s media. The verdict was delivered under a draconian counterterrorism law. The journalists, 40 year old Myo Myint Oo and 49 year old Aung San Oo, who work for the independent online news service…
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Indonesian motorcycle taxi drivers strike for fair pay
Over 1,000 motorcycle taxi drivers initiated a strike in various Indonesian cities today, protesting against inadequate pay and demanding greater protection from what they deem unfair practices by ride-sharing firms. The drivers, clad in their distinctive green jackets, converged outside the Communications Ministry and near the Jakarta offices of Indonesia’s largest tech company GoTo and Southeast Asia’s leading ride-hailing and…
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Tourism triumph: Can Thailand hit the 2.3 trillion baht jackpot?
Despite a whirlwind of global economic challenges and shrinking wallets worldwide, Thailand’s tourism sector is making a remarkable comeback. The nation is on the brink of welcoming nearly as many visitors as it did in the golden year of 2019, when almost 40 million foreign tourists poured in, generating a staggering 2 trillion baht in international revenue. However, while the…
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Malaysia Airlines cuts network capacity by 20% amid shortages
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, announced a 20% reduction in network capacity across its airlines for this year due to shortages in planes, labour, and parts. This decision affects domestic flights and routes in Southeast Asia, North Asia, Australia, New Zealand, mainland China, South Asia, and the Middle East. The group, which also includes Firefly…
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Birds of a feather flocked together, pooped on ceiling, injuring 4
An accumulation of pigeon droppings caused a ceiling in the Kham Khuean Kaeo district meeting hall in the Isaan province of Yasothon to collapse onto students and teachers during an exhibition visit, resulting in four injuries. The ceiling collapse occurred yesterday, August 29, when teachers and students from several schools in the Kham Khuean Kaeo district came to see an…
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Bang Lamung trains 150 volunteers in disaster skills 2024
The Bang Lamung district chief concluded a training program for civil defence volunteers yesterday, aiming to boost their disaster prevention and mitigation skills. Weekit Manarojkit presided over the closing ceremony of the 2024 Civil Defense Volunteer (CDV) Training ProgramME at the Bang Lamung District Community Hall. The event gathered 150 volunteers who participated in the training session designed to equip…
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Bangkok security guard arrested for fatal stabbing over traffic cones
A security guard was arrested after fatally stabbing an elderly caregiver following a dispute over traffic cones in Bangkok’s Thawi Watthana district. The incident occurred yesterday, August 29, at Pin Klao Nakorn 2 Village, Soi Phutthamonthon Sai 2. Police Lieutenant Weerawit Tasanapinyoyo received a call about a fatal stabbing at 5pm. The altercation took place in front of house number…
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DJOP evaluates Thicha Nanakorn’s contract amid budget cuts
The Department of Juvenile Observation and Protection (DJOP) is evaluating whether to renew the contract of a seasoned expert in juvenile justice, Thicha Nanakorn amid budget cuts for hiring specialists. A document released today by the DJOP outlines a policy to reduce staff numbers, particularly specialists and experts, during the 2025-2028 fiscal years. This policy has led to Thicha’s resignation,…
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Police scandal: 15 cops transfered over escort and extortion claims
The recent scandal involving a Thai escort and multiple police officers has resulted in the transfer of 15 officers from the Ayutthaya Special Operation Police Unit. An investigation is now underway to determine if these officers failed to pay for the escort’s services and if they extorted 20,000 baht from two sex workers. The transfer of the 15 police officers…
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Five Star Cinema in Korat screens final show after 29 years
The final chapter has closed on Korat’s beloved Five Star Cinema, a cherished venue for local students and residents. Yesterday, August 29, marked the last screening at the iconic theatre, succumbing to the competition from central investors and streaming services. Five Star Cinema, located at the Chai Narong Gate intersection next to the Panjadara Hotel in Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), originally…
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Mysterious bone fragments found in Nonthaburi forest
Police in Bang Bua Thong district, Nonthaburi province, are urgently investigating mysterious bone fragments scattered in a dense forest area after a woman discovered them last night. The bones were found near a burnt rubber pile, raising suspicions of foul play. The Bang Bua Thong Police Station in Nonthaburi received a report at 8.30pm yesterday, August 29, of bone fragments…
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Thai man’s padlock earring turns into a real lock-up (video)
A Thai man sought help from medical workers in the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima after wearing a padlock as an earring and suffering an infection in his earlobe. A medical worker from Chakkarat Hospital, Keacha Ploymuenwai, shared a video of the man with the infected earlobe on his TikTok account @aemdam on August 29. In the video caption, he…
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Seri Ruamthai quits coalition over police reform dispute
The Seri Ruamthai Party has withdrawn from the Pheu Thai Party-led government, following frustrations voiced by its leader, Police General Sereepisuth Temeeyaves. During a briefing at the Seri Ruamthai headquarters yesterday, Sereepisuth announced the party executive board’s decision to vote 7:4 on Tuesday, August 27, to exit the coalition government. Sereepisuth cited the desire to switch to the opposition bench…
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Special vehicle registration numbers up for auction at DLT
The Department of Land Transport (DLT), through its Road Safety Fund, announced an upcoming auction of special vehicle registration numbers for private cars with a seating capacity of no more than seven. The auction, the eighth of its kind, will be held tomorrow, August 31, from 10am at the DLT’s Building 6, Floor 7. The event features the theme Special…
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Essex man’s Thai holiday night out ends in tragedy
A dream holiday in Thailand turned into a nightmare for an Essex couple when a 27 year old British national from Romford was tragically found dead in a body of water after a night out. Theo Morgan, a former Met Police officer, had been enjoying a 10-day getaway in Surat Thani with his girlfriend when disaster struck. The couple had…
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7 Thai men arrested for buying sex from underage girls
Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) officers arrested seven Thai men, including a kindergarten director and teacher, for buying sex from young girls in the Isaan province of Khon Kaen. The seven Thai suspects, arrested on Monday, August 26, are 57 year old Watchara, 57 year old Chitnarong, 52 year old Sirichai, 52 year old Sornphet, 39 year old Palat, 42 year…
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Thai Parliament gives EU deal thumbs up: Partnership set to soar
The Thai Parliament unanimously endorsed a framework agreement on the EU-Thailand Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA), set to come into force within 30 days. In a joint session of the House of Representatives and the Senate, 612 votes supported the agreement. Thailand and the European Union (EU) originally signed the PCA on December 14, 2022, in Brussels, with former foreign…
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Thai man criticised over photoshoot on closed expressway
Criticism erupted on social media after a Thai man was seen taking photos with his car on a deserted expressway. The incident raised questions about the legality of such actions, with netizens speculating it might be the Bang Yai–Kanchanaburi route. Relevant officials are being urged to investigate the matter. A video clip showing the man posing with his car on…
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Thailand Video News | Life Sentence for Spaniard in Koh Pha Ngan Murder Case, Southeast Asian Nations to Introduce Schengen-Style Single Visa to Boost Tourism
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex covers the news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia countries. The stories include a Spanish chef sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a Colombian surgeon in Koh Pha Ngan, while former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra proposes a bold new tax reform aimed at reducing poverty. Public safety concerns rise after…
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Thai woman survives after SUV collides with train at crossing
A Thai woman survived unscathed after being hit by a train while driving her SUV across a railway track in the central province of Samut Sakhon yesterday. The driver claimed she did not hear or see any warning. Officers from the Mueang Samut Sakhon Police Station investigated the accident on Soi Ekkachai 36 on Derm Bang Road at about 6am…
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Transport bill vetoed in House amid conflict of interest concerns
The House of Representatives vetoed a transport bill proposed by the People’s Party (PP), which aimed to grant local administrators the authority to operate transport services independently and approve other transport operations. The bill, introduced by PP list-MP Surachet Pravinvongvuth, was up for consideration during a meeting chaired by Deputy House Speaker Pichet Chuamuangpan. Initially discussed on Monday, the vote…
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Bangkok’s homeless reselling donated food sparks fury
Homeless individuals in Bangkok’s Trok Sake have been accused of reselling donated food parcels, prompting social media outcry. Reports emerged yesterday, August 29, warning those planning to donate food to be cautious, as some homeless groups have been intercepting and reselling the food. A member of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s (BMA) staff group shared photos and a message detailing the…
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Thailand urged to prioritise elderly in smart city plans
Smart cities in Thailand should prioritise the needs of the elderly, according to academics from Chulalongkorn University. They argue that as the country moves towards becoming a super-aged society by 2033, urban planning must adapt to ensure the safety and accessibility of facilities for older residents. Chulalongkorn University’s faculty of architecture, in collaboration with the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA),…
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Thailand braces for heavy rain and potential flooding
The Thai National Water Resources Office (ONWR) issued a nationwide water situation forecast yesterday at 7am. A moderate monsoon trough is expected to affect northern, northeastern, and central Thailand from September 1 to 3, merging with a strong low-pressure system over the central South China Sea. The southwest monsoon will also impact the Andaman Sea, southern, and eastern regions, as…
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Pattaya City offers free health services to residents and pets
Pattaya City hosted the fifth mobile health service event to provide free medical care directly to the community. The event took place yesterday, August 29, at the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation, with Deputy Mayor of Pattaya Wuttisak Rermkijjakarn inaugurating the occasion. Organised by the Pattaya City Public Health Department, the event aimed to offer residents health screenings and raise awareness…
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Central Pattana reveals global expansion strategies at key event
Central Pattana (CPN) has showcased its strategies for business expansion on a global platform. The Head of Business Development Strategy at CPN, Kunayudh Dej-udon, presented at a session titled, A Playbook to Scale Up Beyond Borders. “Our core strength in developing physical space goes beyond merely developing new projects in prime locations. We consistently meet the needs of people and…
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Truck collision on Pattaya’s Sukhumvit Road injures one passenger
A major collision occurred early yesterday on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya, involving a six-wheeler truck and a 10-wheeler truck, resulting in one passenger being injured. Emergency responders from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation, alongside Pattaya police, arrived at the scene at 7am yesterday, August 29, near the Khao Talo intersection in the inbound lane towards Sattahip, Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang…
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Autistic Thai boy dies after parents leave him in car for party
A seven year old Thai boy with autism died in a car after his parents left him in the vehicle for more than five hours while attending a party with neighbours in the Isaan province of Sakaeo. Volunteers from the Aranyaprathet Rescue Foundation were called to a house in the Aranyaprathet district of Sakaeo to help the seven year old…
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Thailand launches inclusive tourism project for disabled and elderly
The Architectural Tour for All People Foundation, in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Network of Wheelchair Architects, launched the Tourism for All project. The initiative is designed to foster inclusive and sustainable tourism, particularly for the elderly, the disabled, and families of wheelchair users. These groups will actively participate in the project, collectively announcing the…
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Commerce Ministry cracks down on hidden foreign ownership
The Commerce Ministry intensifies its scrutiny of businesses allegedly using Thai nominees to hide foreign ownership, focusing on sectors like tourism, real estate, and logistics. Auramon Supthaweethum, director-general of the Department of Business Development, stated that under the Foreign Business Act of 1999, foreign firms must secure permission as outlined in specific lists before starting operations. A Thai limited company…
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