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Thailand News
Ministry links 72 Chiang Mai tiger deaths to distemper, not bird flu
An unusually high number of tiger deaths in Mae Rim, Chiang Mai, have been linked to disease, with the Agriculture Ministry saying yesterday, February 23, that tests identified the cause and found no evidence that it spreads from animals to humans. Deputy Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Amin Mayusoh said that he had received an update from the Department of Livestock…
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Health
Where to take your child for vaccinations in Bangkok, Phuket, and Chiang Mai (2026 guide)
For expat families and digital nomads living in Bangkok, Phuket, or Chiang Mai, keeping their children’s vaccinations up-to-date is essential for health protection, school enrolment, and international travel. This 2026 guide explains where to vaccinate your child in each city and how to choose between private hospitals, family clinics, and public centres, with clear advice on schedules, costs, insurance, and…
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Phuket News
Thai fishermen rescue foreigner as unmanned boat spins off Phuket beach
Thai fishermen rescued a foreign tourist after he fell from his dinghy, causing the unmanned boat to spin in circles off Nai Yang Beach in Phuket yesterday, February 22. The incident was shared publicly after a police officer, Bandasak Silert from Ao Luek Police Station, recorded the scene on his mobile phone while spending time on the beach with his…
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Thailand News
Spoon found after Thai soldier’s cremation raises suspicions of abuses
The family of a deceased Thai soldier is seeking clarification about the cause of his death from the army, after a stainless steel spoon was found among his ashes following cremation. Private Phetcharat reportedly died from heart failure while serving with the Royal Thai Army Region 1 in Prachin Buri province. He was reported to have suffered a seizure and…
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Koh Samui News
British man dies after motorcycle crash on Koh Samui
A 23 year old British man died at a hospital in Bangkok after suffering severe injuries in a motorcycle crash on Koh Samui, Surat Thani, and spending nearly three weeks in critical condition. The British national, Tiger Duggan, suffered a serious head injury after another motorcycle allegedly knocked him down as he was overtaking a car on a road on Koh…
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Thailand News
Suspected cable thief breaks both legs after Trang Hospital chase
A man suspected of stealing property from Trang Hospital was injured last night, February 22, after crashing his motorcycle while fleeing hospital security guards in Mueang Trang district, Trang province. Police at Mueang Trang Police Station said they were notified at about 11pm that a suspect linked to a theft at Trang Hospital had been involved in a motorcycle accident…
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Thailand News
Udon Thani teacher accused of sexually assaulting four schoolboys
A group of families from Udon Thani sought help from the Pavena Foundation for Children and Women today, February 23, after alleging that four schoolboys were sexually assaulted by a male teacher at the teacher’s residence. One family said the incident occurred on February 11, when the four boys (pseudonyms A, B, C, and D) went to watch a mor…
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Phuket News
Foreign woman alleges rude treatment in Thailand, sparking controversy
A foreign woman drew criticism online after posting a TikTok video claiming Thai people were rude to her by ignoring her questions due to language barriers. The foreign tourist, who identified herself as Farah, shared the video on her TikTok account @fdontcare on February 21. In the caption, she wrote, “So bad I love it here but be ready for…
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Thailand News
Singha shakes hands with TGR Haas, marking its 17th year in Formula 1
Singha Corporation has announced a three-season partnership with the TGR Haas F1 Team as its Official Beer Partner, extending the Thai brand’s presence in the Formula 1 (F1) into 2026 and marking its 17th year in the premier class of motorsports. The partnership was unveiled at an event at Boon Rawd Brewery in Bangkok, attended by Team Principal of TGR…
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Thailand News
Similan Islands warns tourists after Blue Button jellyfish spotted
A temporary closure has been imposed at a swimming area in Similan Islands National Park, Phang Nga, after officials warned yesterday, February 22, that blue button jellyfish have been found along the shoreline. The park said on its Facebook page that it detected the jellyfish, also known as Porpita Porpita, and commonly referred to as the Blue Button, in some…
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Thailand News
Thai man held for fatal stabbing on ex-wife in Lop Buri
Police arrested a Thai man accused of fatally stabbing his ex-wife on a road in Lop Buri, with the suspect claiming she blocked him from seeing their children after their divorce. Officers from Ban Mi Police Station were alerted to the attack on the night of February 20. The fatal stabbing happened on a road outside Phu Noi Temple in…
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Thailand News
Cambodian fishing crew held after boat found in Thai waters off Trat
The Royal Thai Navy detained an unidentified fishing vessel operating in Thai waters off Trat yesterday, February 22, after it had reportedly crossed about one nautical mile past the Thai–Cambodian maritime boundary. Rear Admiral Paraj Ratanajaipan, the Royal Thai Navy spokesperson, said the Gulf of Thailand Protection Task Unit spotted the vessel at about 9.30am while on a routine patrol…
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Events
S2O 2026 drops world-ending lineup for Songkran: Zedd, Kygo, and Alan Walker back-to-back with Steve Aoki
Get the fits ready and prepare for a massive sonic reset. Singha presents S2O Songkran Music Festival 2026 is officially back to reclaim the throne as the global GOAT of Thai music festivals. This isn’t just a comeback; it’s an evolution. The vibe is elevating the Songkran experience to unprecedented heights under the concept Bigger, Bolder, Wetter. The festival is set…
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Aviation News
New passenger screening procedures eyed for Thai airports
Airport workers in Thailand reportedly raised concerns after the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) planned to change passenger screening procedures, moving away from handheld metal detectors to manual searches and searches of suspicious bags without prior notice to passengers. DailyNews reported today, February 23, that CAAT introduced new rules for screening passengers and their belongings. However, the CAAT had…
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Thailand News
Pattaya moves to clear Jomtien Beach after rubbish washes ashore
A large volume of rubbish washed ashore along Jomtien Beach in Pattaya, Chon Buri, yesterday, February 22, prompting an inspection after locals and tourists reported debris stretching for kilometres and raising safety concerns. Reporters visited the Jomtien beachfront after receiving reports that waves had been pushing debris onto the sand over a stretch running for several kilometres. Visitors said the…
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Thailand video news
Thailand News | Anutin locks in a 300-seat supermajority coalition, Thai police and Meta remove 52,000 Facebook pages tied to scams and illegal services
Today we’ll be talking about the new supermajority coalition led by Prime Minister Anutin and what that means for the future of policy creation, poverty rates in Thailand climbing despite economic growth signals, and later we have some classic Thaiger tales in the form of lewd acts on beaches, foreign laughing gas smugglers, and a monk in hot water after…
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Thailand News
Khao Kho veteran found homeless after online post draws attention
A Facebook user revealed, on February 21, that a former paramilitary ranger who fought at Khao Kho is now living on the streets in Nakhon Ratchasima, after returning from years of combat without a pension or a veterans’ card. In his post, Korakot Ketkaew wrote that the man previously served as an assault trooper with Ranger Company 920 and spent…
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Thailand News
Sydney hammer attack leaves South Korean man and 2 Thais injured
A South Korean man and two Thai nationals were injured in a hammer attack in Sydney, Australia, on February 18, after they were assaulted by three people while walking home from a party. The incident occurred at about 3am as the 23 year old South Korean man, identified as Dave, walked with two Thai friends aged 28 and 29. Reports…
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Thailand News
Russian tourists join coffin-laying ritual at Nakhon Nayok temple
A temple in Nakhon Nayok’s Ban Yai subdistrict drew large crowds yesterday, February 22, as visitors, including Russian tourists, took part in a “coffin-laying ritual” aimed at relieving misfortune and boosting personal fortunes. Wat Luang Por Pak Daeng described the “coffin-laying ritual” as a ceremony designed to help participants reflect on life, practise mindfulness and consider impermanence. The ceremony was…
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Thailand News
Thai man arrested for beating and burning Siberian Husky in Songkhla
Police in Songkhla arrested a Thai man for beating and burning a Siberian Husky on February 13. The suspect said he acted in retaliation after the dog attacked his rooster. The two year old female Husky, Molly, escaped from her home in Songkhla on February 12 along with another dog, Betsy. Their owners reviewed security camera footage and said the…
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Thailand News
Prachin Buri monk massage clip draws scrutiny as family complains
Police and religious officials in Prachin Buri are investigating a social media dispute after a clip posted yesterday, February 22, showed a monk being massaged by a woman at a private home in Wang Dan subdistrict, Kabin Buri district. The video was shared by the Facebook page หมอปลาช่วยด้วย, along with a caption claiming that the woman massaging the monk was…
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Pattaya News
Thai ex-wife denies involvement in ASOS co-founder death in Pattaya
A Thai woman denied involvement in the death of her British ex-husband, the ASOS co-founder, saying she was in Bangkok when he fell from a luxury apartment in Pattaya on February 9. Quentin Griffiths, 58, described as a co-founder of fashion retailer ASOS, fell to his death from the 18th floor of the apartment. He was found outside the accommodation…
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Eastern Thailand News
Chon Buri school fall under probe as classmates report scam demands
Chon Buri police are investigating an incident at a school in Nong Kham, Si Racha, after a student fell from a building yesterday, February 22. Classmates said she had been stressed after being deceived by scammers demanding money. Nong Kham Police Station arrived at the school along with Piao Yiang Tai Si Racha rescue workers, and a medical team from…
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Lifestyle
Top 3 aesthetic clinics in Bangkok (2026)
Bangkok is internationally recognised in 2026 as one of the leading destinations for advanced aesthetic and cosmetic treatments. The best aesthetic clinics in Bangkok stand out for their board-certified doctors, cutting-edge aesthetic technology, strict safety standards, and proven treatment results. From skin rejuvenation and pigmentation treatment to anti-ageing solutions and non-surgical facial procedures, aesthetic clinics in Bangkok offer effective, medically…
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Lifestyle
Ramadan in Bangkok: Iftar, Taraweh and fasting times
Ramadan is here! The Muslim holy month is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and begins with the sighting of the new moon, known as the hilal. This year, Ramadan starts on the evening of Wednesday in February and run until Thursday, March 19, with Eid al-Fitr falling on Friday, March 20. It’s one of the most important months…
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Thailand News
Woman arrested in Bangkok over Phuket crypto investment scam
The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) today, February 20, arrested a woman in Bangkok, in connection with a crypto investment scam arrest case linked to a complaint in Phuket. CIB officers from the Special Operations division arrested 34 year old Haruethai at Mo Chit 2 bus terminal in Lat Yao, Chatuchak, under a December 27, 2022, arrest warrant issued by the…
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Hua Hin News
Depressed Hua Hin father shoots son dead and cites disappointment
A Thai man with depression shot and killed his 30 year old son at their home in Hua Hin district, Prachuap Khiri Khan, yesterday, February 19, telling police he was disappointed in his son. Officers from Hua Hin Police Station were called to a house on Soi Hua Hin–Huay Mongkhon 15 to investigate the shooting. At the scene, police found…
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Thailand News
Man asks to try on gold ring, rides off with it in Ubon Ratchathani
Police in Ubon Ratchathani are investigating a gold snatch incident at a shop in Kham Yai, after a man allegedly asked to try on a gold ring then ran off with it yesterday, February 19. Muang Ubon Police Station received a report at 6.58pm about a gold snatch at a shop called Surat Yaowarat Gold. The shop owner told police…
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Thailand Travel
Has Thailand lost its edge? Comparing expat life across Southeast Asia
The “Thailand lost its edge” narrative has become common expat discourse in 2025 and 2026. Bangkok rents climbed 8 to 12% year-on-year, visa enforcement tightened significantly, and a remittance tax shock led 55% of expats to consider leaving, according to a Thai Examiner survey. But Thailand climbed to 4th globally for expat satisfaction in the InterNations Expat Insider 2025 survey,…
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Thailand News
Nonthaburi temple abbot linked to romantic scandal with multiple women
An abbot at a temple in Nonthaburi is facing scrutiny after a series of videos circulated online alleging he was involved in romantic relationships with multiple women. A clip showing a heated argument between two women began circulating on Thai social media on February 6. In the video, one woman introduced herself as the wife of the abbot, identified only…
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Thailand News
Homeless man’s lewd act on Pattaya Beach raises concerns
A video showing a homeless man behaving inappropriately on Pattaya Beach in Chon Buri circulated online early today, February 20, prompting renewed calls for stricter management of the beachfront area. According to the information linked to the clip, the incident took place at about 1.30am near the entrance of Soi 13/1, where large numbers of Thai and foreign tourists were…
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Visa Information
Why Thailand got stricter and more welcoming at the same time
A student walked into my gym last year with a plastic bag of documents and a look I’ve seen before. His language school had closed. Not temporarily. Gone. Immigration had pulled his student visa along with thousands of others, and he had a few weeks to either leave the country or find a legitimate program. He’d been in Thailand for…
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Thailand News
Chon Buri university fraud leaves Thai-African graduate without certificate
A half-Thai, half-African graduate demanded accountability from a university in Chon Buri, alleging it refused to issue her graduation certificate after her tuition fee was swindled by a senior administrator. The graduate, 25 year old Miriam, filed a complaint with Nong Prue Police Station, saying she and more than 10 other students were treated unfairly by the university in the…
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Thailand News
Pattaya locals and officials discuss issues in Walking Street forum
Residents and business operators in the Pattaya Walking Street community met city officials yesterday, February 19, to raise concerns and propose improvements for Pattaya City’s 2026 community plan. The meeting focused on issues affecting daily order, the tourism atmosphere and long-term development. It was organised by Pattaya City’s community development section under the Community Development and Career Promotion Division, Social Development…
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Thailand News
Phone charger dispute sparks fight between taxi driver and passenger
A Thai app-based taxi driver and a passenger were involved in a physical altercation during a trip after an argument over a phone charger. The passenger, identified only as Rose, posted a video of the dispute on Facebook yesterday, February 19. In her post, she admitted she used violence against the female driver and challenged the driver to report the…
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Thailand News
Elderly woman sexually assaulted in Maha Sarakham rice field
An elderly woman in Maha Sarakham said she was sexually assaulted while alone in a rice field earlier this week, when a stranger approached her as she dug for crabs near her village. The incident was shared online as a public safety warning before reports confirmed yesterday, February 19, that it happened in Ban Non Khewa, Ngua Ba subdistrict, Wapi…
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Thailand News
People’s Party MP candidate faces jail sentence for rape case in Laos
A People’s Party candidate for Member of Parliament in Maha Sarakham province is sentenced to two years and eight months in prison over a rape case in Laos, prompting criticism of the party’s candidate screening process. The candidate, Teerawat Phanna, ran in the recent General Election for Maha Sarakham constituency 1. He was reported to be a local business operator…
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