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Thailand News
Taxi driver caught on CCTV keeping lost wallet in Nonthaburi
A CCTV camera captured a taxi driver taking a lost wallet at a petrol station in Nonthaburi province, but refused to return the money to the victim, claiming he had already spent it on fuel. The 40 year old Japanese interpreter filed a complaint against the taxi driver at Bang Bua Thong Police Station on Saturday, October 4, accusing him…
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Pattaya News
One dead after motorcycle hits turning car in Pattaya
One man died and two others were injured following a collision between a sedan and two motorcycles on Sukhumvit Road near Soi 42 in Pattaya at around 12pm on October 5, 2025. The vehicle reportedly signalled to turn, but the quickly approaching motorcycle failed to stop in time. Police Lieutenant Sakayaphap Chaidech from Pattaya City Police Station responded to the…
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Food
What makes the durian the king of fruits?
To some, durian is one of the tastiest fruits that they swear by, while to others, it is the smelliest waking nightmare that they will experience. For all of the history, reasons, and opinions, the durian’s reputation precedes it, and in Southeast Asia, it reigns supreme as what most call the “King of Fruits.” A thorny monarch with a history…
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Thailand News
Former inmate kills neighbour in minor road dispute in Phetchaburi
A former inmate remains at large after fatally shooting his neighbour following a road dispute in the southern province of Phetchaburi. Officers from Raisathon Police Station were called to investigate the death of 46 year old Rungarun Thiankham on a road in Raisathon Subdistrict, Ban Lad District, Phetchaburi, at around 5pm on Saturday, October 4. Rungarun sustained multiple gunshot wounds…
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Crime News
Bangkok police arrest nine in teen gang shooting under Phra Pok Klao Bridge
Bangkok police arrested nine teenagers linked to a shooting that injured two young men under Phra Pok Klao Bridge early on October 3. Authorities say the attack stemmed from an ongoing conflict between rival youth groups from Thonburi. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) Police Lieutenant General Siam Boonsom, Commissioner of the…
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Thailand News
Man breaks into ex-wife’s home in Ayutthaya, kills her father
A man allegedly shot and killed his ex-father-in-law and seriously injured himself during a violent altercation at a residence in Bang Pa-in district, Ayutthaya, yesterday, October 5. Police are continuing their investigation and have detained the suspect at a local hospital. At around 11am, officers from Bang Pa-in Police Station were notified of a fatal domestic dispute at a house…
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Thailand News
3 prisons officials killed in murder-suicide in welfare accommodation
An official from the Department of Corrections committed a murder-suicide involving his ex-wife and her new boyfriend out of jealousy at a welfare accommodation in the northeastern province of Nakhon Ratchasima. Officers from Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima Police Station were called to investigate the incident at a welfare house within the Central Prison compound. Upon arrival, they found three people with…
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Thailand News
Four drown as flooding worsens in Ayutthaya, over 42,000 households affected
Widespread flooding in Ayutthaya province has resulted in four reported drowning deaths on October 5, according to local authorities. The floods, which have affected 11 districts and over 42,000 households, continue to impact daily life as water levels remain high in several areas. One of the victims was a four year old girl who fell into the Pa Sak River…
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Thailand News
Thai-Cambodian border conflict victims receive financial aid
Displaced residents in Buriram province have begun receiving compensation following uncertainties and damages caused by the Thai-Cambodian border conflict. Today, October 6, financial aid ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 baht per household was distributed, prompting locals to queue at ATMs as early as 1am. The support package is intended for families forced to evacuate due to clashes between Thai and…
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Pattaya News
Iranian man poses as police and extorts money from Indian men in Pattaya
An Iranian man posed as a police officer and extorted US$300 (approximately 9,700 baht) from two Indian men on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya on October 1. The Indian victims, 32 year old Gaganddepp Singh and 20 year old Prabhdeep Singh, filed a complaint at Bang Lamung Police Station yesterday, October 5, after being conned out of 9,700 baht in cash…
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Thailand News
Parliament passes Fisheries Act amendment; concerns over marine conservation
Thailand’s Parliament has passed a controversial amendment to the Fisheries Act, aiming to strike a balance between marine conservation and the livelihoods of fishers. The revised bill was approved by the House of Representatives on September 17, despite earlier objections from senators over Article 69, a clause that regulates fishing gear. The Department of Fisheries confirmed that Article 69 has…
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Thailand News
Thailand video news Former Boxing Champion Amnat Ruenroeng in Convenience Store Brawl, Outrage as Teacher Accused of Assaulting Student Over Marshmallows
Thailand and the region faced a dramatic week of headlines spanning crime, social issues, and tragedy. Authorities intensified their anti-narcotics drive, dismantling nine drug networks and seizing millions of meth pills and other drugs. In contrast, viral incidents stirred national debate — from former boxing champion Amnat Ruenroeng’s drunken brawl, to a Lampang teacher accused of assaulting a…
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Thailand News
Drunk Thai former boxing champion beaten in shop brawl
Former Thai boxing world champion Amnat Ruenroeng was caught on video after getting into a fistfight with a young man inside a convenience store while allegedly heavily intoxicated. The incident was shared online by Facebook user Woramet Sa-ardrat, showing two men involved in an altercation. One of them was later identified as Amnat, a former IBF flyweight world titleholder and…
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Thailand News
Armed gang steals 23 million baht in gold from Narathiwat supermarket
An armed gang of between seven and ten suspects escaped with gold accessories worth more than 23 million baht after a robbery at a gold shop in the southern province of Narathiwat yesterday, October 5. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) Security cameras at the Big C supermarket in Su-ngai Kolok district…
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Business News
Thailand aims to boost gaming sector with new industry law
Thailand is set to join Japan, South Korea, and China in formalising its digital gaming industry as the Game Industry Act edges closer to becoming law. The bill, drafted by the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA), is gaining traction under the newly appointed Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister, Chaichanok Chidchob, who has expressed strong support for the country’s fast-growing…
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Thailand News
Democrat Party revival as Abhisit Vejjajiva set to return
The Democrat Party is experiencing a revival as seasoned politicians rejoin its ranks, driven by the anticipated return of former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva to the party leadership. This movement is gaining traction ahead of an important general assembly scheduled for later this month. Among the notable individuals returning is Supatra Masdit, a former minister to the prime minister’s office.…
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Finance
TrustFinance launches 2025 awards to honour excellence in finance
TrustFinance, a global platform for financial reviews and reputation management, today announced the launch of the TrustFinance Awards 2025, continuing its annual tradition of recognising the companies and leaders driving progress across the financial sector. Established in 2022, the TrustFinance Awards highlight organisations that demonstrate excellence, transparency, and innovation. The awards cover six categories, which are: Forex Crypto Stocks Fintech…
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Thailand News
Thai TikToker’s lion attacks 2 victims, including 11 year old boy in Kanchanaburi
A lion escaped from the home of a Thai TikToker and attacked two people, including an 11 year old boy, in the central province of Kanchanaburi on Saturday, October 4. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) Viral footage captured the moment the young boy and another man fled from the lion, named…
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Thailand News
Typhoon Matmo brings heavy rain to Thailand’s 32 provinces
Thailand’s Meteorological Department has warned of widespread heavy rainfall across 32 provinces today, October 6, due to the influence of Typhoon Matmo and a strengthening monsoon system. Bangkok and surrounding areas are forecast to see a 60% chance of thunderstorms. The northeastern and eastern provinces, including Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Chanthaburi, and Trat, are expected to…
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Thailand News
Outcry over man’s comments on security guard’s dining choice
An online uproar has erupted following a man’s controversial comments about encountering a security guard dining with his family at the same restaurant. The man expressed surprise, questioning whether security guards earn enough to afford such luxurious outings, thus sparking intense debate. The incident occurred when the man posted his experience of dining at a buffet on a Chao Phraya…
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Thailand News
Thailand disrupts nine drug networks, seizes millions of narcotics
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced the successful disruption of nine significant drug networks, resulting in the arrest of 16 suspects and the confiscation of large quantities of drugs during a nationwide operation in September. During a press conference at the Narcotics Suppression Bureau, Anutin, who is also the interior minister, highlighted that drug suppression is a national priority and an…
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Thailand News
Former boxing champion Amnat Ruenroeng in convenience store brawl (video)
Former world boxing champion Amnat Ruenroeng found himself in an altercation with a young man, following a heated argument that did not end well. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Muaythai Mobile App (@muaythaiiyarin) The incident became a hot topic on social media when a Facebook user, Worramet Sa-ardrat, posted a video of the confrontation in…
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Phuket News
Myanmar national fatally stabbed in Patong altercation
In Patong, a Myanmar national was fatally stabbed during a confrontation on October 3. Patong Police were alerted to a rental room in an alley off Soi Klong Bang Wat, Ratchapathanusorn Road, at 7.02pm. They discovered 38 year old Zaw Min Win outside his accommodation, suffering from severe stab wounds and lying in a pool of blood. Rescue workers from…
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Pattaya News
Japanese tourist assaulted in Pattaya, suffers fractured nose
In Pattaya, a 57 year old Japanese tourist experienced a violent assault early yesterday, October 4. The altercation left him with a fractured nose, according to local rescue workers. This incident occurred around 4.30am near the entrance of Soi 13 Chalermprakiat. The Pattaya Rescue Center received a call reporting an assault on a foreign national. Upon arrival, the rescue team…
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Pattaya News
Pattaya tackles stray dog concerns after viral complaints
Pattaya is intensifying its efforts to manage the issue of stray dogs following several complaints, including allegations of attacks and bites. Deputy Mayor Manoch Nongyai highlighted the urgent nature of these concerns during discussions with The Pattaya News. Although there have been previous attempts to sterilise stray dogs and integrate them within local communities, the complaints keep coming. These grievances…
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Thailand News
Taxi driver faces charges for keeping lost wallet in Bang Bua Thong
A 40 year old Japanese language interpreter, Sarawut, reported a cash theft case to Bang Bua Thong police against Chanan Chai, a taxi driver, for allegedly keeping a wallet he found and refusing to return it. The wallet, lost by the victim, contained 2,080 baht, credit and ATM cards, an ID card, and important documents. The incident occurred at 3pm…
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Thailand News
Thai man arrested for assaulting niece in Nonthaburi
A 24 year old man, Kriangsak, has been arrested for allegedly assaulting his 12 year old niece multiple times while they were alone at home. The incident came to light after the girl’s father noticed unusual behaviour and eventually discovering that she had been a victim of child assault. The arrest was made on October 4 by Pol. Lt. Gen.…
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Thailand News
Outrage as teacher accused of assaulting student over marshmallows
In Lampang, a legal case has emerged involving a 23 year old teacher accused of assaulting a seven year old boy with a metal ruler and slapping him for consuming the teacher’s marshmallow snack. This incident has prompted outrage among residents and community leaders due to the visible bruising on the child’s face. The teacher, accompanied by his mother, attempted…
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Thailand News
Kanchanaburi tattoo shop removes child’s offensive tattoo for free
A tattoo removal shop in Kanchanaburi received significant attention online after sharing a cautionary tale involving a child with an offensive word tattooed on their forehead. The shop’s page, famous for its tattoo services, posted a photo of the young child with a tattoo prominently displayed on the forehead. The shop, known as Chaiyaphum Beautiful Eyebrows, assisted in removing the…
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Thailand News
EGAT keeps dams and power supply steady amid heavy rains
The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) is tightening its monitoring of water levels in major dams and ensuring a stable electricity supply as heavy rainfall continues to lash northern, northeastern, and central Thailand. Assistant Governor for Renewable Energy Generation, Chawalit Kankam, said EGAT is following weather forecasts from the Meteorological Department, which predicts moderate to heavy rainfall across several…
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Business News
Bank of Thailand to roll out white-label ATM licences next year
The Bank of Thailand (BoT) is preparing to issue new business licences for white-label automated teller machines (ATMs) next year, aiming to expand access to financial services and promote inclusion across the country. The new licensing scheme, part of the BoT’s Financial Landscape 2025 framework, will allow both banks and non-bank operators to install and operate ATMs under their own…
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Politics News
Ukraine asks Thailand to name envoy for post-war rebuilding
Ukraine has urged Thailand to appoint a special envoy to help coordinate trade and reconstruction efforts as part of wider post-war recovery cooperation. The request was made during an official visit by three Ukrainian MPs: Vadym Halaichuk, Tamila Tasheva, and Lesia Vasylenko who met with Thai lawmakers, diplomats, and academics in Bangkok this week. Halaichuk, from the Servant of the People…
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Phuket News
Phuket urges October blood donations to honour Thai kings
Phuket’s regional blood centre is urging residents and tourists to donate blood this month in honour of Thailand’s revered monarchs and special events. The Phuket Regional Blood Centre (PRBC) has released its full schedule of mobile blood drives across Phuket, Phang Nga, and Krabi, urging locals and tourists to donate throughout October. The campaign honours the legacies of King Chulalongkorn…
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Pattaya News
Sri Racha approves 175-million-baht boost for parking
Sri Racha Municipal Council has approved a combined budget of 175 million baht to fund two major local initiatives aimed at improving city infrastructure and supporting residents in need. The decision was made during the council’s second extraordinary meeting of the year yesterday, October 3, chaired by Council President Anan Wanpaisan at the Sriracha Municipality Office. The meeting was attended…
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Crime News
Manhunt launched for missing British teen in Kanchanaburi
A 19 year old British man vanished near the Thai-Myanmar border after a failed crossing attempt, prompting an urgent search by local police. Police in Kanchanaburi have launched a full-scale search for 19 year old British national Lawrence Stallard Honour, who disappeared after leaving his accommodation in Pattaya last month. The search was ordered by Kanchanaburi Governor Athisan Intara after…
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Tourism News
New Thai tourism chief pushes ahead with 300-baht visitor tax
Thailand’s newly appointed Minister of Tourism and Sports, Atthakorn Sirilatthayakorn, has announced plans to finally implement the long-discussed 300-baht tourism tax during his four-month tenure. The minister insists the fee will directly benefit visitors through insurance coverage and improved travel infrastructure. Speaking yesterday, October 3, Atthakorn urged all relevant agencies to “clearly communicate the benefits” of the policy to international…
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Phuket News
Phuket pub stabbing suspect turns himself in to police
A southern politician’s grandson surrendered to Phuket police after allegedly stabbing a young man during a late-night confrontation at a local pub. The grandson of Phatthalung Town Mayor Kraiwat Thammapetch, surrendered to police yesterday, October 3, after being accused of stabbing a 25 year old man at a local pub on Wednesday, October 1. Thirayut Thammapetch, accompanied by his lawyer,…
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