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Phuket News
Patong’s wave rave! Sirens to sound as tsunami drill hits beach strip
Tourists in bikinis and beach bums sipping cocktails in Patong got a surprise dose of civic duty this week, as town hall chiefs hit the streets to warn about a tsunami drill set to rock the resort next Tuesday. Mayor Lalita Maneesri led the charge on Monday, July 21, flanked by councillors, civil defence bosses and hi-vis-clad disaster response teams.…
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Crime News
Briefs encounter! Thai man nicked for knicker collection fetish in Buriram
A Thai man, arrested for stealing women’s underwear in the Isaan province of Buriram, claimed he had never sniffed the stolen items and merely kept them as part of a personal collection. Officers from Lahan Sai Police Station received multiple complaints from women in the Lahan Sai district about missing underwear, prompting a thorough investigation to identify the culprit. Police…
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Crime News
Two arrested in Ayutthaya drug bust with over 600 meth pills
Local police in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province conducted a successful operation leading to the arrest of two people for drug trafficking. The operation, on July 21, ordered by provincial governor Niwat Rungsakorn, targeted a known drug distribution area along Khlong Chik in Bang Pa-in district, resulting in the seizure of more than 600 methamphetamine pills. Anont Chaichat, an assistant…
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Thailand News
Kanchanaburi woman nabbed for 2.7m baht fake charity scam
A self-styled charity organiser has landed in hot water after allegedly conning top-tier donors out of 2.7 million baht, all under the pretence of raising money for underprivileged children and monks. Instead of helping the needy, she reportedly helped herself. The suspect, 52 year old Kesarin, was arrested yesterday, July 22, at a home in Hua Hin’s Nong Kae subdistrict for…
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Crime News
Four Chinese nationals detained in Tak province for illegal entry
The Rachamonu Task Force, alongside the 421st Infantry Company, police, and district officials from Phop Phra, Tak province, yesterday apprehended four Chinese nationals. They attempted to cross into Thailand from Laos and were ultimately detained before reaching Myanmar to work for a call centre gang. The apprehension yesterday, July 22, occurred during a patrol in the responsibility area of Ban…
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Pattaya News
Nut job nabbed! Coconut crook caught hiding in cassava patch
A coconut crook has been busted in a cassava field after being caught red-handed stealing fruit from a plantation in Chon Buri. Thanakorn Noondee was nabbed yesterday, July 22, at 4.36pm by 30 year old eagle-eyed village headman Phattharaphon Phiwanoi, and his trusty 48 year old sidekick Phaisan Srimanee, after days of coconut disappearances left locals stumped. The 39 year…
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Thailand News
Thailand Video News | Thailand to protest Cambodia over landmine incident, Bangkok rider caught with Trump-stamped ecstasy
Today we’ll be talking about landmines being laid along the Thai/Cambodian border, the death toll rising amid the tropical storm ravaging Phuket, and a little later Trump-shaped ecstasy pills hitting the market in Bangkok. Thai caretaker denies killing bedridden patient despite grim search history A Thai caretaker, 64-year-old Nittaya, denies murdering her bedridden patient, 53-year-old Sriprai, despite suspicious online searches…
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Bangkok News
No laughing matter: Comedian accused of fleeing after crash, dodging repair costs
A Thai woman is demanding accountability from a well-known comedian who allegedly crashed his car into hers on a Bangkok road but has yet to fully cover the cost of damages. The victim, 30 year old Hathaiphat “Ploy” Wasusaksiri, contacted the non-profit organisation Saimai Survive on July 22, stating that she had to personally cover the outstanding repair cost of…
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Food
Bao Bao by Chef Yubin: Michelin-level Shanghai dim sum arrives to centralwOrld
Shanghai’s legendary dim sum experience has officially arrived in Bangkok as Bao Bao has opened its doors at centralwOrld, Level 6, Atrium zone. Famed for its authentic recipes and Michelin-level culinary expertise, Bao Bao offers Thai food lovers a chance to savour the rich tradition of Chinese cuisine, right in the capital. Helmed by Chef Yubin, a Michelin-rated expert in…
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Crime News
Village chief kills three in Bueng Kan over jealousy
A village chief, driven by jealousy, fatally shot three members of his wife’s family with two firearms. The incident occurred at 7.22pm yesterday, July 22, in Bueng Kan province, in Si Chomphu subdistrict, So Phisai district. Police were alerted to multiple fatalities at a residence in village 12 and responded swiftly, accompanied by Police Colonel Arak Masathanang, the deputy provincial…
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Thailand News
Rushin’ back! Russian tourists flock to Thailand despite global turmoil
Russian tourists are packing their bags for Thailand in droves — and not even US sanctions, global instability, or stiff competition from Vietnam can stop them. Despite threats from US President Donald Trump to slap a 100% tariff on Russian goods unless peace is brokered in Ukraine, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) says the Russian market is still on…
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Thailand News
Cambodia apologises after using wrong SEA Games logo featuring buffalo
Cambodia reportedly issued an apology after using the wrong logo for the 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, which will be hosted by Thailand this year. The country mistakenly used a buffalo-themed logo rather than the official design created by Thailand. Thailand is set to host the 33rd SEA Games across three provinces — Bangkok, Chon Buri, and Songkhla — from…
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Crime News
Jonny be bad! Cop influencer’s resort rumbled in forest land scandal
A recent investigation has found that the resort owned by famous police influencer, Jonny the Investigator, has been constructed illegally on forest land in the Lam Dom Noi Self-Development Settlement, Sirindhorn district, Ubon Ratchathani province. The resort, consisting of raft accommodations and pool villas, belongs to 32 year old former police officer Yutthaphon Srisompong. This revelation follows a formal complaint…
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Bangkok News
Thaksin calls for unity as coalition cracks show
At a high-profile dinner hosted by the Pheu Thai Party at Bangkok’s Eastin Grand Phayathai Hotel yesterday evening, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra called on coalition partners to close ranks and ensure the government holds together – at least long enough to get something done. “Let every party unite and continue to work for the people. We must ensure that…
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Pattaya News
Crash test dim-sum! Car ploughs into Thai eatery in Pattaya, 2 injured
Diners at a bustling Isaan restaurant in Pattaya were left stunned after a runaway car smashed into the building, injuring a food vendor and a teenage girl in a chaotic rush-hour crash. The terrifying incident unfolded at 6.06pm yesterday, July 22, at the railway road intersection in Soi Nong Yai, where a bronze Honda Jazz sedan lost control after a…
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Crime News
Former contractor attacked at meditation centre in Pathum Thani
A former aluminium contractor was seriously injured after being attacked in his tent at a meditation centre in Pathum Thani. Police are actively searching for the suspect, who fled the scene. The incident occurred at 1.20am today, July 23, at the Chun Jie Association in Mueang Pathum Thani district. The police and emergency services arrived promptly at the scene, located…
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Bangkok News
Charter showdown: Court to rule on referendum timing
The Constitutional Court announced that it will deliver a landmark ruling on September 10, which could reshape how Thailand amends its constitution. At the heart of the case is a critical question: can Parliament greenlight a draft charter before the public has its say via referendum? The legal dispute stems from urgent motions filed during a joint parliamentary session on March 17 by…
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Phuket News
Phuket camp inferno sparks fear as migrant scandal probe heats up
A fire tore through a migrant workers’ camp in Phuket yesterday morning, just hours before a bombshell corruption complaint involving foreign labourers rocked officials in Bangkok. Flames ripped through the Wasi M&E Co compound in Moo 4, Srisoonthorn, at 8.19am yesterday, July 22, damaging around 10 rooms and destroying the personal belongings of the camp’s Myanmar residents. Thankfully, no one…
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Thailand News
Hare-rest him! Bang Saen Beach yob slammed for sick rabbit abuse
Netizens are calling for the arrest of a man caught on video abusing a rabbit by repeatedly throwing it into the air and leaving it to fall onto the hot sand at Bang Saen Beach in Chon Buri. The witness, Pattanapong Sririmala, shared footage of the animal cruelty on the Facebook page บ้านคนรักกระต่าย (translated as “Rabbit Lovers’ Community”) on Monday,…
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Thailand News
Cabinet approves 6-month reprieve for Cambodian border workers
The Cabinet yesterday approved a six-month extension for Cambodian migrant workers employed in border provinces. This decision was prompted by changes in border checkpoint operating hours across seven provinces, affecting the movement of workers in the area. Government spokesperson Jirayu Houngsub stated that due to unrest along the Thai-Cambodian border and stricter border control measures being implemented, many Cambodian workers…
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Business News
Bank on change! New BoT boss to slash rates, stop baht bounce
Thailand’s incoming central bank governor is being told to hit the ground running, with business chiefs demanding urgent action to cut interest rates, ease borrowing rules and stop the baht getting too strong. Vitai Ratanakorn, head of the Government Savings Bank and set to take over the top job at the Bank of Thailand in October, has been handed a…
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Thailand Weather Updates
Thailand braces for heavy rainfall and strong winds in 31 provinces
Heavy rainfall and strong winds are forecast to affect 31 provinces in Thailand, with the north expected to experience the most severe conditions. Storm Wipha has weakened to a depression, yet the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) advises caution on July 23. The TMD’s 24-hour weather forecast predicts heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds in specific areas such…
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Pattaya News
Vape and raid! Thai customs puff out chest in black market bust
Thai customs chiefs struck a major blow against the black market, seizing a mountain of illegal goods worth more than 88 million baht in a dramatic operation at one of the country’s busiest ports. Over 88 million baht (US$2.4 million) worth of contraband was nabbed at Laem Chabang Port in Chon Buri, including e-cigarettes, fake designer bags, unlicensed cosmetics, and…
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Business News
Main trends of the gaming market and investments in Thailand
Gaming market sector now stands at an inflection point. Market scale, tech advances, and evolving player tastes form a potent mix. You gain better platforms and deeper gameplay. Titles like Pac-Man or Super Mario are nostalgic for many people. They were the precursors to modern video games and entertainment at 1xbet casino and other gambling platforms. The gaming sector is…
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Thailand News
Thai Airways eyes August stock market comeback
Thai Airways (THAI) is gearing up for a dramatic return to the Thai stock market as early as August, with CEO Chai Eamsiri announcing the company’s re-listing plans after successfully exiting its court-ordered rehabilitation. The national carrier, once teetering on the edge of collapse, is now back on the runway. “The exact date for re-listing will be confirmed by the…
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Phuket News
Phuket woman hunts for foreign motorcyclist in hit-and-run
A Thai woman took to social media in a bid to track down a foreign motorcyclist involved in a hit-and-run on a beach road in Phuket. The Thai motorcyclist appealed to netizens for help identifying the foreign man who collided with her motorcycle at 7.53am yesterday, July 21. She posted brief details of the incident, along with video footage, to…
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Thailand News
Cha-am forest park lands national camping award
Khao Nang Phanthurat Forest Park in Cha-am has officially earned its place among Thailand’s top nature escapes after receiving national certification under the Thailand Tourism Standard for the 2025 fiscal year. The award, handed out by the Department of Tourism under the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, celebrates parks that excel in safety, service quality, and site management for camping…
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Pattaya News
Brits in Pattaya face rising risks, embassy warns
The British Embassy is sounding the alarm in Pattaya, and expats would be wise to take notice. During a high-profile reception at the Courtyard by Marriott, the Bangkok-based consul in charge of consular affairs addressed a gathering of British expats and Thai officials with a stark warning: the number of UK nationals in distress is rising sharply. Joanne Finnamore-Crorkin cited…
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Thailand News
Chained dogs saved in monk-led rescue mission in Lampang
Two badly injured dogs, chained and left suffering in Lampang, have been rescued after heart-wrenching images of their wounds went viral — and a monk from Chiang Mai is leading the justice charge. The Ark Foundation, a Chiang Mai-based animal welfare group, partnered with a team of volunteers under Phra Khru Aod from Wat Chedi Luang and Lampang’s animal rescue…
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Phuket News
RTN backs down in Phuket land clash as zoning deal takes shape
A bitter turf war between villagers and the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) in Phuket’s protected forest reserve is finally moving towards resolution — and the RTN is backing off. At a high-stakes meeting at Phuket Provincial Hall, chaired by Vice Governor Adul Chuthong, provincial officials and senior RTN chiefs agreed to push forward with a zoning plan aimed at ending…
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Thailand News
Thailand rejects 0% tax policy with US, protects agriculture
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira clarified that Thailand will not agree to a 0% tax policy with the US due to potential widespread impacts. The government is preparing a 200 billion baht soft loan scheme to aid private sectors and farmers. Julaphan Amornwiwat, Deputy Finance Minister, confirmed yesterday, July 21, that Thailand cannot accept a 0% tax…
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Thailand News
Chachoengsao family seeks answers after dengue kills girl, 6
A family in Chachoengsao was left grieving and seeking clarity over the death of their six year old daughter from dengue fever. Yesterday, July 21, 31 year old Supattra and 33 year old Somkiat, expressed their heartbreak and dissatisfaction with the hospital’s diagnosis process, which they feel contributed to their daughter’s untimely death due to multiple organ failure caused by…
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Thailand News
Thai to the wurst: Local bangers sizzle in global sausage rankings
TasteAtlas, a global platform dedicated to cataloguing local cuisines, has ranked Sai Krok Isan and Sai Ua among the top 50 most delicious sausages worldwide. These traditional Thai sausages stand out in the July rankings, showcasing Thailand’s culinary diversity. Topping the list is Salsiccia, an Italian sausage made from minced pork, pork fat, salt, pepper, and a variety of spices…
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Thailand News
Bungling thief stabs himself in Rayong botched bike heist
A bungling bike thief in Rayong found himself on the sharp end of his weapon after a dramatic early-morning chase ended in disaster. At around 4.40am today, July 22, CCTV footage captured a man lurking outside a grocery store near Khao Noi Intersection in Pluak Daeng district, Rayong. Posing as a customer, he waited for the right moment before hopping…
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Bangkok News
From monk to suspect: Abbot may face charges over false theft report
Evidence emerged suggesting that the abbot of Muang Temple in the Bang Khae district of Bangkok may have fabricated a reported theft involving 10 million baht in cash and nearly 13 million baht in gold. The abbot, Phra Ratchawatchara Phattanatorn, also known as Chao Khun Narong, filed a complaint with Phetchakasem Police Station on July 1, claiming that personal assets,…
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Phuket News
Homes wrecked, power poles downed in Thalang storm chaos
Fierce winds and torrential rain turned northern Phuket into a storm zone, leaving a trail of destruction across Thalang district. The Thalang District Office confirmed extensive damage throughout the area, with multiple subdistricts hit hard as the tropical squall ripped through homes, felled trees, and toppled power poles. In Pa Khlok, nine houses near Soi Na Yao in Village 8…
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Road deaths
Woman seeks justice after hit and run by drunk driver
A 29 year old woman turned to the Sai Mai Must Survive Facebook page for help after being involved in a collision with a white pickup truck in Thanyaburi on June 17 at around 10pm. Following her work shift, Ubonrat was heading to dinner on her motorcycle when she stopped to answer a call. Suddenly, the pickup truck crashed into her,…
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