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Whatās not covered by health insurance in Thailand?
Health insurance in Thailand has important limits that everyone should know. Many policies do not cover pre-existing conditions, motorcycle accidents, extreme sports, or specific treatments. These gaps can lead to unexpected costs during emergencies. Coverage for outpatient care and hospital...
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Thai smile, Roman style: New Italy-Thailand flight to boost tourism
Thailand just got a little closer to Italy. The inaugural ITA Airways direct flight from Rome to Bangkok touched down at Suvarnabhumi Airport, marking the beginning of a new era for tourism and business travel between the two countries. This direct route, running five times a week, offers Italian travellers a smoother journey to Thailand’s famous beaches, cultural sites, and…
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Foreign man flees after sexually assaulting Thai woman in condo lift
A Thai woman took to social media to seek help in locating a foreign suspect who allegedly stalked and sexually assaulted her in the lift of her condominium. The victim shared CCTV footage of the incident on her TikTok account, @khun_ning. In the video, the foreign man, wearing a red long-sleeved shirt, is seen entering the condominium premises on his…
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Fruit depot goes bananas: Gas blast injures two in Phrae
An unexpected explosion at a fruit-keeping facility in Phrae province injured two people and caused significant damage. As police investigate the cause, questions arise about the use of gas in the ripening process. Police officer Taksin Palajai received a report about the explosion at a fruit stall near the Na Phun Subdistrict Administration Organisation. The incident, last night, November 18,…
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Barber injured by black Ford pickup in Pattaya hit-and-run
A young barber in Pattaya faced a frightening ordeal when a black Ford pickup truck suddenly accelerated and crashed into him while he was depositing money at an ATM. The incident occurred yesterday evening, November 18, when the driver fled the scene immediately, leaving the victim injured and shaken. The police in Bang Lamung are now actively pursuing the case,…
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Finance Ministry cashes in with economic stimulus package
The Finance Ministry is preparing to unveil an extensive economic stimulus package for review by a committee led by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The announcement was made by Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat, who indicated that the proposal includes a 10,000-baht (US$290) cash handout distributed via a digital wallet. This initiative is aimed at stimulating economic activity to bolster growth…
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Thai news presenter sparks concern by drinking tap water on air (video)
A political debate concerning the potability of tap water in Bangkok sparked significant public attention. Renowned news presenter Sorayuth Suthassanachinda decided to test this claim himself by drinking a glass of tap water, leading to an array of reactions from concerned viewers. Sorayuth, a popular figure in Thai media, addressed the issue of drinkable tap water during his programme ąøąø£ąø£ąø”ąøąø£ąøą¹ąø²ąø§…
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Thai woman assaulted by friend’s boyfriend for intervening in fight
A Thai woman is seeking justice after her friendās boyfriend physically assaulted her on November 10 when she intervened in their dispute at a condominium. Nilobon took to social media to share CCTV footage of the incident after the police failed to provide any updates on her case a week after she filed the complaint. The identity of the attacker,…
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Thailand boosts Chinese investment with new roadshow in China
Thailand is actively promoting itself as an investment destination for Chinese businesses by organising a new roadshow in China. The initiative, led by the Board of Investment (BoI), aims to showcase the potential business opportunities available to Chinese investors, especially in the sectors of electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing and smart electronics. Deputy Prime Minister Pichai Chunhavajira, who also serves…
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Bangkok cops slam brakes on late-night biker race
Police apprehended a group of young motorcyclists engaging in dangerous racing activities on Ramintra Road, Bangkok, around 3am today. The individuals were charged with multiple offences as law enforcement officials moved swiftly to ensure public safety. The operation was led by Anan Worasat, the superintendent of Bang Khen Police Station, who directed officers to crack down on illegal street racing.…
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Attorney General throws out coup accusation against Thaksin
In a bold move thatās shaking up Thai politics, the Attorney Generalās Office (AGO) has flatly refused to process a high-stakes case accusing former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and the ruling Pheu Thai Party of attempting to overthrow Thailandās democratic system with the King as Head of State. According to a news source, the case was dismissed today, November 19,Ā …
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Food delivery rider fined 1,000 baht for firing gun at dogs
Police apprehended a food delivery rider at a well-known shopping centre on charges of discharging a gun in a residential area. The 34 year old rider explained that he fired the weapon out of fear of being chased by dogs. The incident led to charges of causing public alarm, resulting in a fine of 1,000 baht. At 3pm on Sunday,…
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Revved up: Thai man’s motorcycle stolen in Pattaya
In a daring daylight heist, a Thai manās motorcycle was stolenĀ from a bustling city street in Pattaya, sparking concerns about a professional bike theft ring operating in the area. The victim, 29 year old Komkrit Lukrathok, who works at a prominent electronics store, reported the shocking theft of his Honda Wave 125 motorcycle to the Bang Lamung Police Station yesterday,…
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Monk injured as car crashes into bridge in Nakhon Phanom
A red Mitsubishi car veered off a curve and collided with a bridge railing just 1 kilometre away from a local temple, leaving a monk trapped in the wreckage. The incident, which took place today, November 19, prompted a swift response from rescue teams and locals, who worked together to extract the injured individual. Emergency responders from the Chaiyaburi Subdistrict…
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Trump and Thailand: PM Paetongtarn pledges to strengthen ties
In a historic phone call, Thailand’s youngest Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, reached out to congratulate US President-elect Donald Trump on his election victory, underscoring Thailandās commitment to a robust alliance with Washington. The conversation, which took place at 9.50am today, November 19, as disclosed by government spokesperson Jirayu Huangsub, marks an early push to fortify diplomatic and economic ties between…
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Unholy row! Drunk monk arrested, begging for cash in Chiang Rai
Another week, another monk found behaving badly, this time intoxicated while hitchhiking. He was arrested after demanding money from a young woman motorist in Chiang Rai. The incident occurred yesterday, November 18, when police from the Mae Chan Police Station received a report from Nichawee, a 20 year old resident of Thung Ko, Wiang Chiang Rung, Chiang Rai. She recounted…
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Thailand to repatriate 900 seized lemurs and turtles to Madagascar
Thailand is set to return over 900 lemurs and rare turtles to Madagascar, following a significant seizure from the illegal wildlife trade, as stated by the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP). The DNP announced that 963 animals, including ring-tailed lemurs, brown lemurs, spider tortoises, and radiated tortoises, are currently under the care of officials. These animals…
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Phang Nga man launches knife attack at Phuket Police Station
In a shocking early-morning rampage, a Phang Nga man stormed into a police station in Phuket armed with a knife, launching an attack on an officer on duty. The incident occurred just before 3am on Sunday, November 17, when 48 year old Chuaib Phongthin arrived at the Thachatchai Police Station āin a state of distress,ā according to police. Witnesses described…
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Buriram blaze destroys homes, leaves two families homeless
Firefighters battled a fierce blaze that engulfed a house, with strong winds causing the flames to spread to a neighbouring residence, leading to extensive destruction. This incident occurred yesterday, November 18, in Ban Nong Prue, Buriram, and prompted a swift response from local police. Police Lieutenant Nantikan Amwapan, Deputy Inspector of the Buriram City Police Station, received an emergency call…
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Burmese construction worker plunges from 3rd floor in Sattahip
In a terrifying fall from a three-storey building near Chumphon Naval School’s traffic lights in Bang Saray, Sattahip, Chon Buri, a Burmese construction worker narrowly escaped death at the weekend. The 29 year old worker, identified as Sun, fell from a dangerous height while on the job, leaving him with severe injuries and sparking a rapid emergency response on Saturday,…
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Thailand intercepts illegal palm oil smuggling in Ranong
Police thwarted a smuggling operation involving illegal palm oil in Ranong, Thailand, apprehending four suspects and confiscating 2,700 kilogrammes of palm oil. The operation was executed by the 25th Infantry Special Task Force, local police, and administrative officials. The first incident occurred at a natural channel along the Kra Buri River in Moo 5, Baan Hat Chid, Pak Chan subdistrict.…
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Thai police officer brutally assaulted by colleague at entertainment venue
A police lieutenant is accused of brutally assaulting a senior officer, a police captain, at an entertainment venue in Soi Lat Phrao 22, Bangkok, following a dispute involving the attackerās friend. The victim, 44 year old Police Captain Kiattikhun, who serves at Khok Khram Police Station in Bangkok, lodged a formal complaint against Police Lieutenant Kitti, at Wang Thong Lang…
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American tourist falls to death at Nakhon Ratchasima shopping centre
A tragic incident unfolded when a foreign tourist fell from the fourth floor of a renowned shopping centre in Nakhon Ratchasima, landing on the ground floor and dying instantly in front of shocked shoppers. The event caused panic among both Thai and international customers. At 5.25pm yesterday, November 18, police from Nakhon Ratchasima City Police Station and rescue workers from…
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Fisheries department seize 200k baht shellfish in smuggling bust
Thai police intercepted a foreign fishing vessel attempting to smuggle marine goods into Thailand, seizing a significant haul of shellfish. The operation highlights the nation’s commitment to combating illegal fishing and protecting its maritime resources. The Department of Fisheries, led by Banchao Sukkaeo, played a pivotal role in the recent operation that took place on Sunday, November 17. The team,…
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Tractor overturns in Suphan Buri, killing driver in rice field
A tragic accident occurred when a tractor driver lost control of his vehicle, resulting in it overturning and falling into a rice field ditch, fatally trapping the driver underneath. The incident took place yesterday in the vicinity of Ban Tha Thong, Moo 3, Pak Nam subdistrict, Doem Bang Nang Buat district, Suphan Buri province. Police Lieutenant Phanuwat Sitwong from Doem…
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Subaru overturns on Kaset-Nawamin Road, driver missing
A Subaru vehicle veered off the road and overturned in a grassy area along the Kaset-Nawamin Road. Police are actively searching for the driver, questioning whether alcohol might have been involved. The incident was reported at 3.35am today to the Khok Kram Police Station. The accident occurred on Prasert Manukit Road (Kaset-Nawamin) inbound, heading towards the Kasetsart intersection in the…
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Intoxicated Thai man arrested for false report of monk firing gun
A man under the influence of alcohol fabricated a story accusing a monk of firing a gun into the sky, leading to the man’s arrest at Mo Chit Bus Terminal in Bangkok. He was found with an air gun and later confessed to making a false report after consuming alcohol. Police, led by Phuwadol Ounpho, the commander of Bang Sue…
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Foreign man fined 500 baht for physically assaulting Thai restaurant worker
Police fined a foreign man 500 baht for physically assaulting a Thai restaurant worker in the Patong neighbourhood of Phuket. The foreign attacker also issued an apology to both the victim and the restaurant owner. Pictures of the incident, showing the foreign man in all-white clothes attacking the Thai man outside a restaurant in Phuket, were shared by the news…
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Pervert gets rocks off masturbating in Pattaya
An audacious pervert rocked the local community by whipping out his penis in public and began masturbating on a busy road in Pattaya. The brazen pervert blatantly parked his motorcycle and began pleasuring himself in broad daylight, turning the bustling streets into his sordid stage. The outrageous incident was reported at 10pm yesterday, November 18, by a vigilant eyewitness, 36…
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Bangkok car crash: Honda Civic bursts into flames, passengers escape
A dramatic car accident unfolded in Bangkok as a Honda Civic hurtled across a road divider, crashing into a utility pole and bursting into flames. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of today, November 19, saw a young man and woman narrowly escaping the blazing vehicle. Police Lieutenant Investigator Sangansak Chiamsanguanwong from Bueng Kum Police Station received a…
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Thai Tesla driver admits reckless driving after argument (video)
The driver of a white Tesla admitted to reckless driving on a motorway, following a heated argument with his girlfriend, which led to his hospitalisation due to stress. He has accepted responsibility for his actions and vows not to repeat them. Reports emerged on social media yesterday, November 18, of a white Tesla weaving dangerously through traffic on a motorway,…
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