News
Thailand news, politics, business, crime, lifestyle, and tourism—stay updated with breaking news and in-depth analysis from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, and beyond. The Thaiger delivers the latest national news that matters.
-
Sponsored Where to travel in Thailand in April [2025]
Travelling in Thailand is peak during April if you are looking for a real taste of summer. With high temperatures, amazing beaches, and exciting events, April is an amazing time to visit the country as a whole. Due to the...
-
Umno deputy warns of six-week prep for imminent state elections
The deputy president of Malaysia’s Umno party, Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, has warned that the party may only have six weeks to prepare for the upcoming state elections. Hasan, also known as Tok Mat, informed Umno delegates that the dissolution of the six state assemblies is expected to occur by the end of June, with polls likely to be held…
-
Rare corpse flower blooms in Kubah National Park, Sarawak
A rare blooming of the Amorphophallus, also known as the corpse flower, has been discovered at Kubah National Park, according to an announcement by the Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC). The unique plant, which is famous for its enormous size and distinctive smell, was found along the park’s Waterfall Trail. “The blooming of Amorphophallus is a truly unique and ephemeral event.…
-
Malaysia PM approves Gig Economy Commission, targets £9.8bn industry
The Malaysian Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, has agreed to the establishment of the Gig Economy Commission Malaysia (SEGiM) as recommended by Umno, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. The main objectives of SEGiM are to regulate the gig industry’s ecosystem and ensure the welfare of all involved, including service providers, suppliers,…
-
Umno supreme council considers suspended members’ reinstatement appeals
The United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) president, Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, has revealed that the party’s supreme council has received several written appeals from suspended members seeking reinstatement. Though the exact number of applications was not disclosed, Hamidi assured that the UMNO disciplinary board would carefully examine each case. “Many UMNO friends who were suspended wanted to return to the party…
-
Malaysia to boost disability-friendly facilities in buildings
The number of buildings in Malaysia with facilities designed for persons with disabilities (PwD) remains insufficient, according to Women, Family and Community Development Minister Nancy Shukri. To address this issue, discussions will be held with other ministries, taking into consideration policies adopted by other countries to ensure that Malaysia has more PwD-friendly facilities in its buildings. “Besides this, I will…
-
Thai customs seize 32kg heroin in pain relief plaster shipment to Australia
Thai customs authorities seized 32 kilograms of heroin worth over 200 million baht hidden in pain relief plasters destined for Australia. The discovery occurred at the X-ray Centre and Customs Technology Bureau at the Bangkok Port Klong Toey today. Relevant officials are now investigating the individuals involved in the smuggling attempt. The drugs were concealed inside boxes of well-known pain…
-
Lao national busted in Thailand after 1.8 million baht gold shop heist
Thai police have busted another robber. A Lao national accused of stealing gold worth approximately 1.8 million baht from his home country was apprehended at a luxury condominium in the Mueang district in Khon Kaen province. The suspect, 27 year old Thao Sirasorn, was arrested in the condominium’s car park on Friday evening. Authorities seized eight gold necklaces, each weighing…
-
Thai woman shoots neighbour dead over door-kicking dispute, history of issues
A heated dispute led to a shocking incident in Thailand‘s Nonthaburi province, where a 42 year old woman shot her 35 year old neighbour dead, allegedly over a door-kicking incident and a history of disagreements between the two. Police Lieutenant Colonel Sompol Wongsrisunthorn, deputy chief of Nonthaburi Provincial Police, was informed of the shooting at Eua Arthorn Bang Bua Thong…
-
Malaysia’s Road to Gold committee to discuss athlete needs for Paris 2024
The Road to Gold (RTG) committee is set to convene next week to discuss and evaluate the requirements of Malaysia’s athletes in an effort to secure the nation’s first gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, according to Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh. This comes in response to concerns raised by national track cycling star Datuk Mohd Azizulhasni…
-
Malaysia’s sovereignty backed amid Sulu Sultanate heirs’ claims
The Malaysian government’s efforts to defend its national sovereignty against claims from eight individuals asserting to be heirs to the Sultanate of Sulu have garnered widespread support from the public. Umno Kalabakan division chief Samasuddin Yusop commended the government’s decision to use legal means to protect Malaysia’s sovereignty, stating that it prevents any arbitrary claims against the nation. “In this…
-
Nooryana Najwa pledges to bolster Umno support using Puteri wing platform
Nooryana Najwa, daughter of former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, has pledged to use the Umno party’s Puteri wing as a means to strengthen support and maintain the party’s power. She also advised caution regarding the party’s new allies in the unity government. In her first speech as a delegate from the wing, Nooryana emphasised her father’s contributions and sacrifices…
-
Nearly 2,000 join grand Gawai Dayak parade to boost Betong tourism
Nearly 2,000 individuals dressed in traditional attire participated in a grand Gawai Dayak parade in Betong town. The event was organised by the Betong Resident’s Office and commenced at the Betong Sports Complex at 8am, proceeding through the centre of the town. A total of 37 teams, consisting of 1,963 participants, joined the parade, which also featured an array of…
-
PM orders action against activists seeking Muslim Pattani State referendum
The National Security Council (NSC) of Thailand has been instructed by outgoing Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to investigate a group of activists who called for a public referendum on the establishment of an independent Muslim ‘Pattani State‘ separate from Thailand. The demand for a referendum was made during a seminar titled “Self-determination,” which introduced the “National Student Movement” or “Pelajar…
-
Man arrested for throwing food, hitting child in viral restaurant incident
Authorities have apprehended a 50-year-old man in relation to an incident at a Putra Heights restaurant near Subang Jaya, where the individual caused chaos by throwing food and drink packages. The arrest took place around 1am in Taman Samudera, Batu Caves, after a video of the event went viral and a woman filed a police report. According to Subang Jaya…
-
Umno urged to tackle housing crisis and create high-income jobs for youth
The Umno General Assembly in Malaysia focused on the party’s restoration, housing issues, and job opportunities during today’s debate session. Delegates called for the party leadership to take swift action in restoring Umno’s strength and advocating for the rights of Malays, particularly in the housing sector. Umno Youth treasurer Mohd Kurniawan Naim Moktar discussed the urgent housing issue and urged…
-
Umno Youth demands DAP apology, open to apologising with solid reason
The leader of Umno Youth, Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, has stated that the party would only consider apologising to the Democratic Action Party (DAP) if there was a valid reason to do so. He added that Umno Youth does not intend to withdraw its demand for an apology from DAP, as the gesture holds significance for their party members. Dr…
-
12 highway police charged in 20-year truck sticker bribery scandal
TWELVE highway police officers have been charged with extortion and misconduct in connection with the truck sticker bribery scandal, according to Pol. Maj. Gen. Jaroonkiat Pankaew, Counter Corruption Division (CCD) commander and acting Highway Police Division Chief. He stated that additional charges would be revealed as the investigation expands. The identities of the 12 officers charged have not been disclosed,…
-
Thai Airways plane collides with EVA Air aircraft on Tokyo Haneda runway
A Thai Airways flight TG683 collided with an EVA Air flight BR189 on a runway at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, causing no reported injuries. Approximately 260 people were on the Thai airline, while approximately 200 were aboard the EVA Air aircraft. Thai Airways explained that the incident occurred when the plane was moving toward taxiway L15. The winglet on the right…
-
Pattaya Squid Fair kicks off today with seafood galore
Today marks the start of the much-anticipated annual Squid Fair on Jomtien Beach in Pattaya, taking place in front of the Now Hotel near Soi 10. This popular two-day event is scheduled to run from 5pm to 10pm today and tomorrow (June 10 to 11), according to The Pattaya News. It will showcase a wide variety of seafood. Visitors can…
-
Missing Russian tourist found, reunited with family in Phuket
A Russian family holidaying in Phuket was reunited after a woman was reported missing by her husband in the early hours of the morning. Tourist Police officers provided the necessary assistance after the 56 year old woman got lost in northern Phuket after dark. The incident occurred when the Russian couple, both of whom remain unnamed, were drinking at Naithon…
-
Rosmah Mansor denies involvement in royal pardon request for jailed husband
Rosmah Mansor, the wife of former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, has denied any involvement in the request for a royal pardon for her husband. Najib is currently serving a 12-year prison sentence for stealing US$42 million from SRC International Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of the Malaysian government’s sovereign wealth fund, 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB). In a rare public appearance,…
-
Police clear church in Malaysia reserve land ownership row
The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has called on all parties not to manipulate the issue of PDRM reserve land ownership in Kamunting, Perak, which could potentially confuse the public. PDRM Secretary Noorsiah Saaduddin announced that the police have completed an investigation into the ownership of the reserve land, which includes police quarters and the house of the Taiping district police…
-
Pattaya street food vendors cause traffic chaos, face foreign competition
Officials in Thailand’s eastern city of Pattaya organised a meeting yesterday to address the increasing number of complaints regarding street food vendors in the city. Motorists raised concerns about vendors causing traffic congestion and choke points throughout the city. Meanwhile, local vendors have complained about the influx of foreigners operating food carts, which they claim is negatively impacting their income…
-
Thai woman crashes car into factory wall after fortune teller’s warning
A 25 year old Thai woman miraculously survived a severe car accident after her vehicle collided with a factory wall in the Mueang district of Chachoengsao province today. An eyewitness revealed that the driver, Chalita, seemed to have dozed off at the wheel, while her mother claimed to have received warnings about the incident from a fortune teller. Upon receiving…
-
New moon sighting to determine Aidiladha date on June 18
The Malaysian government has announced that the sighting of the new moon of Zulhijjah, which will determine the date for Aidiladha, is set to take place on June 18. The date will be announced over radio and television on the same night, following the sighting. The Conference of Rulers has agreed to set the date for Aidiladha based on the…
-
Umno deputy president hopes apology demand won’t divide coalition government
Umno Deputy President Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan expressed his hope that the apology demanded by his party’s Youth Chief would not lead to divisions within the federal coalition government with Pakatan Harapan (PH). Mohamad Hasan, also known as Tok Mat, stated that he respects DAP Secretary-General Anthony Loke’s opinion against issuing such an apology and urged all parties involved to…
-
Rosmah Mansor denies involvement in royal pardon request for Najib Razak
In Kuala Lumpur, Rosmah Mansor, the wife of former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, stated that she has not been involved in the request for her husband’s royal pardon. The United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) has been seeking a pardon for Najib, who was convicted of corruption charges. Rosmah made a rare public appearance and expressed her gratitude to UMNO…
-
Malaysia considers five-season paddy cultivation for agro-food ecosystem boost
The Malaysian government is considering a two-year paddy cultivation initiative with five seasons to enhance the country’s agro-food ecosystem. The decision was made during a recent Cabinet Committee on the National Food Security Policy (JKSMN) meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The committee also discussed efforts by the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (Fama) to ensure food supply availability and…
-
ACCCIM urges stamp duty exemption extension for RM500,001-RM1m properties
The Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCCIM) has expressed its hope that the government will extend the stamp duty exemption period for properties priced between RM500,001 and RM1 million until the end of 2025. This extension would align the exemption period with that of properties valued at RM500,000 and below, which is also set to expire…
-
Malaysia’s trade outlook brightens with global growth upgrade
The recent upgrade in the global economic growth forecast for this year is expected to have a positive impact on Malaysia’s trade performance, according to Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister, Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz. The World Bank has increased its global growth projections to 2.1% in 2023, up from the 1.7% predicted in January. Additionally, the growth forecasts for the…
Don't forget to check out some other things to do in Thailand - get help starting a business or finding a job in Thailand, buy Thailand property, rent a yacht or book a medical procedure worldwide.