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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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South Korean man takes an ‘unfare’ ride in stolen Bangkok taxi
Police yesterday arrested a South Korean man for stealing a taxi parked near a petrol station in the Chatuchak neighbourhood of Bangkok. Officers from Bang Sue Police Station arrested the South Korean man, 52 year old Kim Hwangil, yesterday, October 31, shortly after he stole a blue Toyota Altis taxi with the registration plate ทฬ 9000 Bangkok, from 38 year…
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Spooky scenes: Police raid leaves partygoers haunted by drug bust
A Halloween night raid on two popular pubs in Chanthaburi left partygoers in disarray as police discovered nearly 100 people with drugs in their system and multiple underage patrons. The crackdown now seeks a five-year closure of the venues. The operation took place around 1:30am today, November 1, initiated by Anutin Charnvirakul, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior.…
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Drug-addicted Thai man kills 4 month old daughter with pesticide
A drug-addicted Thai man in the central province of Lopburi confessed to adding pesticide to a milk bottle which resulted in the death of his four month old daughter. The 45 year old man, Suriya Thippaha, took his son-in-law, 39 year old Chatmongkhon Chaiyatha, to Lamsonthi Police Station in Lopburi province, accusing him of killing his four month old granddaughter…
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Teen accidentally fires homemade gun, injures friend in Pathum Thani
A 19 year old man accidentally discharged a gun, injuring himself and critically wounding his friend at a convenience store. Police swiftly responded, discovering a homemade pen gun at the scene. The incident occurred in the early hours of today, November 1. At 3.30am, police were alerted to a shooting incident at the entrance of Soi Rangsit-Pathum Thani 14, Pathum…
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British man injured in Nongprue prompts emergency response
A British man was found injured near Nong Yai Railway Road in Nongprue, Bang Lamung, prompting emergency responders to arrive at the scene. The incident unfolded when locals noticed the approximately 40 year old man, who was shirtless and only wearing socks, with noticeable scratch wounds on his body. He appeared agitated and was shouting but unable to communicate effectively…
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Police officer in drunk driving crash escapes legal action
A troubling police corruption case has emerged involving an officer allegedly driving while drunk, resulting in a collision with a parked car, yet faced no legal repercussions. The incident, which took place four months ago, raised concerns over potential bias and inadequate investigation. The incident occurred previously on June 20, when a red Mazda parked on the roadside within the…
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Pattaya restaurant turns into a shootout: Chaos as tempers flare
A gun-toting Thai man caused alarm at a bustling Moo Krata restaurant in Pattaya after firing a shot during a heated dispute. The incident took place outside the Moo Krata Baek Kap Din Sam restaurant on Petchtrakul Road at approximately 4.06am on October 30. Witnesses reported that the man aimed his weapon at a group of men before making a…
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Cyber cops caught in 300 million baht web of greed
Nine Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) officers and three additional suspects allegedly attempted to extort 300 million baht from a Vanuatu-Chinese couple. Ten suspects were arrested while two others remain at large. The Vanuatu man named Sai and his Chinese wife reported to officers at Bang Sue Police Station that a group of men claiming to be police officers swindled…
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Heavy rain alert for 33 provinces in Thailand as temperatures drop
Weather warnings have been issued for 33 provinces in Thailand, forecasting heavy rain covering 30% of areas due to a new wave of cold air bringing strong winds and a significant temperature drop expected tomorrow, November 2. From November 2 to 5, the Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) indicates moderate to relatively strong high-pressure system from China is expected to…
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Karon police ‘taxi’ the bull by the horns: No more illegal rides
Karon police have hit back at online accusations claiming they’ve been lax in tackling illegal taxi operations. In a bold announcement, they revealed that a whopping 208 illegal taxis have been stopped and seized since the start of July. In a statement released earlier yesterday, October 31, Karon Police reassured the public that their officers have been conducting checkpoints at…
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Russian man faces Phuket charges for mafia-like intimidation
A Russian man, accused by his compatriots of acting with mafia-like intimidation, faces charges in Phuket after allegedly threatening several individuals, including former employees. Allegations against him include cutting the brake line of a motorcycle, an act that has led to charges of attempted murder, among others. Cherng Talay Police Chief Weeraphong Rakkhito confirmed that the investigation had concluded and…
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Thailand’s BRICS dreams: Up in the air but not grounded yet
Thailand’s bid for membership in the influential BRICS international organisation remains up in the air, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). The Government of Thailand is currently weighing the economic implications of joining this powerful bloc, with a decision pending in the House. BRICS, which boasts heavyweights like Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, the UAE, Iran, Egypt,…
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Black Friday starts now – Grab 10% off your health insurance plan
If you’re an expat living in Thailand, you’ve likely experienced the complexity of navigating healthcare abroad. With Black Friday rolling in, it’s the perfect time to secure a health insurance plan that provides peace of mind and a safety net when you need it most. For a limited time, you can grab 10% off your health insurance, a smart move to…
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Thai schoolboy stabs classmate over school bus seat dispute
A Thai schoolboy from a school in the northern province of Sukhothai today stabbed his classmate on a school bus, reportedly following an argument over seats. Officers from Sri Satchanalai Police Station were called to investigate the stabbing on a school bus parked along a road in the Sri Satchanalai district of Sukhothai at around 7.30am, today, October 31. The…
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Reservoir of worry: Nakhon Ratchasima braces for 2025 dry spell
Nakhon Ratchasima is currently facing a severe water crisis, with alarmingly low water levels in its reservoirs. Concerns are growing about potential water shortages for consumption and use in the dry season of 2025. The provincial governor urged residents to conserve water and may consider halting off-season rice farming. A meeting was held yesterday, October 30, at the new building…
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Knicker-fetish thief targets black and pink panties in Pathum Thani
Police officers are on the hunt for a man with a ladies’ knicker fetish, specifically targeting black and pink ones. The kinky suspect, who has been travelling by pickup truck, has been stealing underwear from residents in the central province of Pathum Thani. One of the victims, 35 year old Sukanda Kaewkanya, filed a complaint at Sam Khok Police Station…
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Thai gold sparkles up: Price hike ignites buyer frenzy
Thailand’s gold market is glittering even brighter today, as prices soar once again, lighting a fire under eager buyers. The Gold Traders Association (GTA) reported a shiny new high, with gold jewellery prices jumping by 100 baht since yesterday, October 30, now shimmering at 45,000 baht per baht weight. Today’s morning memo from the GTA at 9.10am set the domestic…
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Teenagers’ trouble brews: Duo ‘crashes’ party, sparks punch-up
Two teenagers forcibly entered a home where four men were drinking and instigated a confrontation, resulting in a physical altercation. The incident, which took place yesterday, October 30, at 10.30pm, led to the police from Non Sung Police Station in Udon Thani being summoned to a village in the Non Sung sub-district. Upon arrival, the police found the two teenagers,…
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Gogolook ‘whoscalls’ the shots: Thai HQ set to scamper into anti-scam market
In a move set to shake up Southeast Asia, Gogolook, the brains behind the Whoscall app, unveiled a brand-new headquarters in Thailand. This bold step is part of the tech giant’s grand plan to dominate the burgeoning global anti-scam arena, expected to skyrocket to a whopping US$129 billion by 2029. Jeff Kuo, Gogolook’s co-founder and CEO, spilt the beans on…
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Thailand’s digital ad spend to surpass 30 billion baht in 2024
Digital ad spending in Thailand is set to exceed 30 billion baht (US$890 million) this year, reflecting the country’s growing embrace of digital platforms. According to the Thailand Digital Ad Spending Report for mid-year 2024, jointly released by the Digital Advertising Association of Thailand and Kantar Insights Thailand, digital advertising expenditure is projected to reach 33.8 billion baht (US$1 billion),…
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Murder suspect captured after 17 years on the run
Royal Thai Police apprehended a man who evaded capture for 17 years after being accused of murder. The incident, sparked by a workplace altercation, resulted in the suspect fatally attacking a colleague with a cleaver. The suspect confessed to being haunted by the victim’s ghost post-crime, prompting sleepless nights. The capture of 49 year old Jamlong took place yesterday, October…
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Thailand opens new border crossing with Cambodia to boost trade
The Thai government announced the opening of a new permanent border crossing between Thailand and Cambodia, alongside extending the operating hours of an existing checkpoint. These measures aim to bolster trade and tourism relations between the two nations. The Royal Gazette published two announcements from the Ministry of Interior, which were signed by Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra, and Anutin Charnvirakul,…
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Man dies in tragic cassava farm accident in Nakhon Ratchasima
A tragic incident unfolded at a cassava farm in Nakhon Ratchasima, where a 68 year old man, identified as Roem, lost his life after being caught in a fertiliser-spreading machine. The accident occurred yesterday, October 30, when Roem attempted to manually dislodge chicken manure from the machine without turning it off, resulting in his tragic demise. The report of this…
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Good Samaritans stop Pattaya transwoman stealing from German
Two Thai Good Samaritans helped a German man catch a transwoman who attempted to steal the foreigner‘s wallet near Soi 10 in Pattaya this morning. A 33 year old motorcycle taxi rider, Prathin, today, October 31, called officers from Mueang Pattaya Police Station to arrest the transgender suspect, 38 year old Thawatchai, along Pattaya Sai Song Road near Soi Pattaya 10.…
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AOT profits soar sky-high, eight-month bonus approved for staff
Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT) has seen a significant profit surge, prompting the board to approve an eight-month bonus for employees, an increase from last year. This decision comes as a result of the government’s free visa policy, which has significantly boosted tourism. AOT, which manages six airports across the country, experienced a notable increase in air traffic…
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Thailand’s MPI drops 3.5% amid auto, construction slowdown
Thailand’s Manufacturing Production Index (MPI) experienced a decline of 3.5% year-on-year, reaching 92.4 points in September. The Office of Industrial Economics (OIE) attributes this drop primarily to a slowdown in both the automotive and construction sectors. As the final quarter of the year approaches, the uncertainty surrounding the US presidential election might add further challenges. The third quarter saw the…
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BoT inflates hopes: Targets snug 1-3% to turbo-charge economy
In a bold move to turbo-charge Thailand’s economic engine, the Bank of Thailand (BoT) pegged its hopes on keeping inflation between a snug 1% and 3%. The aim is to shift the economy into top gear, with deputy governor Piti Disyatat revealing at the Monetary Policy Forum that they’re targeting headline inflation of 1.2% by 2025. That’s a noticeable bump…
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Chiang Mai film director gets knickers in twist over water crisis
A Chiang Mai film director donned red women’s underwear to protest a persistent water supply issue in his village, capturing social media’s attention. This unusual demonstration highlights a decade-long problem affecting residents’ daily lives. Nitchapoom Chaianan, a 39 year old movie director at Wayufilm, took an unconventional approach to draw attention to the ongoing water crisis. In a bold move,…
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DSI bets big: Raids hit jackpot on illegal online gambling networks
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) spearheaded a series of raids targeting illegal online gambling networks on October 29. The coordinated efforts, conducted alongside the Immigration Bureau and other relevant agencies, spanned 11 locations across Bangkok, Nakhon Pathom, and Pattaya. The operation was prompted by the discovery of gambling networks infiltrating and manipulating data pathways on government websites, effectively redirecting…
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HSBC Thailand is the big cheese, claims No.1 bank title again
HSBC Thailand once again has proven itself the big cheese of banking, clinching the Best International Bank in Thailand award for the fourth year running from both Euromoney and FinanceAsia. This coveted accolade reflects the bank’s top-notch financial prowess and its solid standing in the Thai market. The accolades don’t stop at Thailand’s borders! HSBC’s domination extends throughout the ASEAN…
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