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March 26 Thailand fuel prices updated across five major brands
Thailand fuel prices were updated for today, March 26, in a daily report from the Energy Policy and Planning Office (EPPO) under the Ministry of Energy, covering five major service station brands including PTT, Bangchak, PT, Caltex and Shell. At PTT stations, gasohol 95 was priced at 41.05 baht per litre, gasohol E20 at 36.05 baht, gasohol E85 at 32.79…
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Why the Japanese people love Thais so much, though there are still a few ‘what on earth?’ moments
According to a regular annual survey by the Japanese Cabinet Office, Thailand consistently ranks among the countries Japanese people feel most warmly towards, usually second only to Taiwan. Japanese tourists in Thailand often seem especially relaxed. They appear more cheerful, open and at ease than they do back home. They smile more easily, speak to Thai people more freely, and…
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Thai snake rescuer shares safety warning after cobra escapes inside car
A Thai snake rescuer and YouTuber shared a video of a cobra emerging inside a moving car, saying he and a friend avoided injury after the snake escaped from a fertiliser bag during transport. Nirut “Nick” Chom-ngam, better known online as Nick Wildlife, posted the clip on Facebook on March 23 and wrote in the caption, “A snake out in…
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Actor files complaint after AI porn clip posing as him is sold online
A Thai film actor, along with a well-known director, filed a police complaint today, March 25, after the actor’s face and personal information were used in a fake pornographic clip scam that was promoted and sold across social media. The complaint was lodged at the Central Investigation Bureau’s reporting centre by 25 year old actor Khunnapat Pichetworawut, accompanied by film…
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Thai woman accuses Mukdahan monk of abortion pressure
A Thai woman accused a monk in Mukdahan province, with whom she has a relationship, of being unfaithful and pressuring her to have an abortion. The woman posted on Facebook in recent days to express her anger against the monk. She shared photos showing them holding hands and kissing on the forehead, and also included an ultrasound image taken at…
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Myanmar woman arrested over alleged illegal migrant recruitment
A Myanmar woman wanted under a court warrant was arrested in Samut Sakhon today, March 25, as immigration police reported progress in a case involving the alleged illegal recruitment of migrant workers. Police Colonel Sumet Jenwongphithak, chief of Samut Sakhon Immigration, said officers arrested 38 year old Khin during an operation targeting an alleged illegal migrant labour network in the…
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25 Indians arrested for turning Pattaya villa into online gambling base
Police arrested 25 Indian nationals after conducting a raid on a villa in Pattaya that was converted into an operational base for three online gambling websites, with more than 700 million baht circulated through the platforms. Officers from Immigration Division 3 raided the villa in Soi Nong Mai Kaen 19 yesterday, March 24, following a tip-off that the property was…
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How Thailand’s construction industry is turning to ERP systems for control, transparency, and scale
Thailand’s construction industry is entering a decisive phase of transformation. With large-scale infrastructure projects accelerating across the country, particularly under initiatives such as the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), contractors are facing increasing pressure to deliver projects faster, more efficiently, and with tighter cost control. This shift is not only about scale. It is about complexity. Modern construction projects involve multiple…
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Mother questions law after dog bite leaves no one accountable
A mother in Pak Kret district, Nonthaburi, is asking agencies to intervene and questioning the law after her 12 year old son was bitten by a dog near their housing complex on March 23, and no one has taken responsibility for it. A reporter visited the area yesterday, March 24, after 43 year old Saranya raised the complaint with the…
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Pickup driver and companion flee with 100 litres of diesel
A pickup truck driver and a companion stole 100 litres of diesel worth 3,081 baht from a PTT petrol station in Hat Yai district, Songkhla province, with the station owner urging the suspects to return and pay before a police complaint is filed. The owner of the PTT station, Jiraporn Khunnam, posted CCTV footage of the incident on her Facebook…
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Czech influencer and MMA fighter killed in Koh Samui crash
A Czech influencer and MMA fighter died on March 17 after her scooter was hit by a lorry on Koh Samui, Surat Thani, while she was on her way to a Muay Thai training session in Thailand. The woman was identified as 23 year old Dominika Elischerova, who was known online as Mina. She was taken to hospital with serious…
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Buriram man finds 7-centimetre needle near heart after chest injury
A Thai man in Buriram province is in a critical condition after doctors found a seven-centimetre needle lodged in his chest, almost piercing his heart. Rescue workers were called to a house in Krasang district yesterday, March 24, to assist Boonlert Sattaram, who reported pain in his chest. He reportedly tried drinking water to ease the symptoms, but it did…
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What you need know about the ongoing Bangkok International Motor Show 2026
Thailand’s biggest car show is back and is currently underway. The 47th Bangkok International Motor Show runs from March 25 to April 5, 2026 at IMPACT Challenger Hall 1–3, Muang Thong Thani, and this year’s edition is shaping up to be one of the more eventful in recent memory. Organised by Grand Prix International Public Company Limited under the theme…
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Chiang Mai tram bidding set for 2027, services targeted to begin in 2032
The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) plans to open bidding for the Chiang Mai tram project in 2027, with construction expected to start in 2028 and the service targeted to open in 2032. The Chiang Mai light rail or tram project was first raised in 2017 and later approved by the Cabinet in 2018. Previous reports put the…
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Four ways direct billing in Thailand saves you money
Most expats shopping for health insurance focus on the wrong number. Coverage limits matter, but the more consequential question is how the bill actually gets paid, and who carries the financial risk while that happens. In Thailand, a private hospital can demand a deposit of up to 200,000 baht before treatment begins. Without direct billing, you pay the full bill…
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Thailand News | Thai Border Troops told to stay ready as Cambodia tensions simmer, Songkran Flight Discounts rolled out to ease holiday travel costs
Today we’ll be talking about heatwaves boiling the country as fresh warnings about heatstroke are issued by the government, a French tourist’s karaoke dispute turns violent after being overcharged for ‘just a few small beers,’ and a little later some good news! The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand is announcing big discounts on domestic routes in time for Songkran. Thai…
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Chiang Mai buffet diner refuses 259-baht bill, argues for an hour
A buffet dispute has drawn attention online after a Chiang Mai restaurant owner posted on Facebook yesterday, March 24, about a Chinese customer who allegedly refused to pay after eating, prompting the shop to call the police to mediate. The post was shared by a Facebook user who identified themself as the owner of a Shabu buffet restaurant in Chiang…
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Canadian accused of dodging motorcycle repair bill and stealing 20,000 baht
A Canadian man allegedly refused to pay for repairs to a damaged rented motorcycle and stole 20,000 baht in cash from a rental shop in Samut Prakan province near Bangkok. The owner of a motorcycle rental business in Soi Dan Samrong 60 contacted media outlets after receiving no updates from police on legal proceedings against the Canadian suspect, identified as…
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Escobar Jungle Party puts Koh Tao on Thailand’s best nightlife destinations
When people think of nightlife in Thailand, the first thing that often comes to mind is the famous Full Moon Party. Their mind might also think about the bustling nightclubs in Bangkok or even the Walking Street in Pattaya. But in 2022, there’s a new destination rising fast, Koh Tao, an island that’s quickly becoming a must-visit for party lovers…
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Thai vessel passes Strait of Hormuz safely, second ship also permitted
A Thai-flagged Bangchak vessel has passed through the Strait of Hormuz safely amid unrest in the area, according to updates yesterday, March 24, from the Iranian Embassy in Bangkok and Bangchak Corporation Plc. A second Thai ship was also reportedly cleared to transit the strait. In a Facebook post on the “IR Iran Embassy in Bangkok Thailand” page, the Embassy…
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Foreign couple breaks into Phuket restaurant to swim and smoke cannabis
A restaurant owner in the Rawai area of Phuket reported a foreign couple to police after they were filmed entering the property without permission, using the swimming pool and consuming cannabis on-site. The owner of Grills Nai-Harn shared a video online showing an employee confronting the couple and asking them to leave. In her post, she asked for help identifying them…
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Can immigration check your phone when you arrive in Thailand?
Deep forensic searches of phones at Thai immigration are extremely rare. Most travellers pass through without anyone touching their devices. However, your phone will likely be required for border crossing, as Thailand now requires digital documentation for entry. The chances that phone immigration will search your phone when you enter Thailand will be slim, but here is what that process…
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Laotian man kills and dismembers girlfriend in Bangkok
A Laotian man denied killing and dismembering his Laotian girlfriend after her body parts were discovered in Nonthaburi province yesterday, March 24. He claimed the woman committed suicide. Officers from Pak Kret Police Station were alerted at about 8pm yesterday after human remains were found in a water supply canal. Police said a woman’s head was placed inside a black…
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Two Thai students killed in Miami Beach hit-and-run
Two Thai nationals were killed in Miami Beach, Florida, after being hit by a car while crossing a road on March 17, during the US spring break holiday period, with police later arresting the driver. The crash happened at about 9.05pm as the pair crossed Collins Avenue near 73rd Street. Rescue workers rushed both victims to the hospital, but they later…
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Pattaya operation leads to 11 detained in migrant labour crackdown
Immigration police in Chon Buri yesterday, March 24, reported on an illegal migrant labour crackdown in Pattaya targeting foreign nationals suspected of working in jobs reserved for Thais, following inspections earlier this month. At the Chon Buri Immigration Office (Pattaya checkpoint), Immigration Bureau officers reported on a proactive operation to curb illegal employment and protect jobs reserved for Thai nationals. According…
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CAAT cuts Songkran air fares by 15% to 30% to ease travel costs
Air fares on selected domestic routes will be cut by 15 to 30% over the Songkran holiday period, Thailand’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAAT) has said, as it works with six major airlines to ease travel costs during one of the year’s busiest travel peaks. CAAT said it has been closely monitoring aviation conditions after conflict in the Middle East disrupted…
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Thai athlete treated for heatstroke during HYROX Bangkok 2026
A Thai female athlete required emergency medical treatment during HYROX Bangkok 2026 in Bangkok after she collapsed with heatstroke symptoms while competing, according to a Facebook post today, March 24. HYROX Bangkok 2026, a global fitness race event, was held at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC) from March 20 to 22, marking the event’s second year in…
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Visa-free stay cut will not affect tourism, Thai foreign minister says
Thailand’s Foreign Minister Sihasak Puangketkaew said today, March 24, that a proposal to cut the visa-free stay for tourists from 60 days to 30 days will not affect tourism, saying the change is intended to address misuse of the visa-free period. Sihasak spoke ahead of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ annual 2026 seminar for consular officials worldwide, where he also…
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Why flying this Songkran 2026 might actually be cheaper than you think
Flights that normally cost 1,500 baht are hitting 8,000 baht during Songkran 2026. If you haven’t booked yet, you’re running late, but not out of options. Thailand’s April 13 to 15 public holidays create a natural five-day break that will push roughly 2.7 million domestic passengers through the country’s six major airports. The good news? Government intervention, including a 30%…
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Here is why Thai locals are fed up with Visa-free Tourists
Sitting in a Nimman cafe in Chiang Mai, a Thai local notices a good-looking foreigner working on a laptop next to them for hours. Having ordered just one cup of coffee, this person is clearly not a tourist, nor are they here to relax. They sit quietly, working as if the cafe were their own personal office. You might start…
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Injured Australian tourist found outside venue in Pattaya
Pattaya Tourist Police were called to an entertainment venue late yesterday, March 23, after an injured Australian tourist was found outside the premises, following an incident that reportedly began inside the venue. Officers stationed at the tourist safety point on Pattaya Walking Street received the report at about 11pm and went to the venue in Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district,…
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Myanmar man arrested over Vietnamese tourist backpack theft
Police in Pathum Wan district, Bangkok, arrested a Myanmar man yesterday, March 23, after a Vietnamese tourist reported her backpack stolen at Siam Paragon, with investigators stating the case was resolved in under two hours. Officers and investigators from Pathum Wan Police Station tracked down the suspect shortly after receiving a report of the incident at the shopping centre. The…
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OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies of cancer at 43
OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has died at 43 years old after a battle with cancer, the company said yesterday, March 23, announcing the death of the entrepreneur who oversaw the subscription platform through its parent company. In a statement, an OnlyFans spokesperson said, “We are deeply saddened to announce the death of Leo Radvinsky. Leo passed away peacefully after a…
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Thailand video news | Thai Airways fares climb as fuel costs bite, Old letter fuels search for Thai family after six decades
In Thailand video news, Alex covers stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. Today’s highlights include rising airfares as fuel costs surge, tourist assaults and ATM-related crime, and a viral Phuket hospitality debate. Find out if you’re on the list. Thai Airways Fares Climb as Fuel Costs Bite Thai Airways has increased ticket prices by 10 to 15% as jet…
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French man reports assault, 30,000 baht bill at Chiang Mai karaoke
Police in Mueang Chiang Mai are investigating a complaint filed yesterday, March 23, after a Frenchman reported an assault and a 30,000 baht drinks bill at a karaoke venue in Chiang Mai. The tourist gave a statement identifying himself as 35 year old Kevin, a French national who has been living in Chon Buri province for around two years. According…
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American stays inside Suvarnabhumi for ten days, cites airfare rise
An American man who posted videos claiming he had been staying inside Suvarnabhumi International Airport for ten days has drawn widespread attention online, after saying higher airfares linked to war left him unable to travel onward. According to the Instagram account @rastagraphy, the man had been staying at the airport for ten days. He documented his routine at the airport…
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Foreign man searches for Thai wife and son with letter and photos from 1966
A foreign man is searching for his Thai wife and their son after receiving an old letter and photographs from the woman about 60 years ago. A Facebook user, Bubba Homes, posted an old letter and photos in the group ที่นี่..”ขอนแก่น” (This is Khon Kaen) today, March 23. In the caption, the user said a man named Abel wanted to…
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