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Bangkok News
Vape and escape: Bangkok woman nabbed for illegal e-cig sales
Police in Bangkok arrested a 25 year old woman for allegedly selling electronic cigarettes illegally through a LINE group called PAT VAPE. The arrest took place at a commercial building in Phetkasem Soi 63, Bang Khae district, yesterday, February 24, at 5pm. Niphaphon was charged with violating the Consumer Protection Board’s order against the production and sale of electronic cigarettes…
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Thailand News
Thailand cracks down on scrap shops selling stolen goods
Scrap shop owners beware! A tough new law is set to impose prison sentences on those caught buying stolen goods, aiming to crack down on a rising wave of thefts targeting public and private property. The Control of Sale by Auction and Trade of Antiques Act 1931 has been amended by the House Committee on Industry to close legal loopholes…
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Bangkok News
Youth gang attacks man in Khlong Toei over 10 baht demand
A group of youths, the youngest being a 10 year old, allegedly attacked a 23 year old Cambodian man with a knife in the Khlong Toei area of Bangkok after he refused to give them 10 baht. The incident took place yesterday, February 24, near the Khlong Toei Community School and, was reported to the Tha Ruea Police Station. The…
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Visa Information
Use your DTV Visa to open a bank account with FITFAC
Many expats holding a DTV Visa may encounter difficulties when trying to open a Thai bank account, as almost every bank refuses to provide account services for DTV Visa holders. The primary concern for banks is that accounts opened by foreigners could be used for illegal financial activities such as online gambling, romance scams, or even money laundering. These policies…
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Thailand News
200 Myanmar migrants sent home in Thai repatriation drive
In a significant crackdown on illegal immigration, 200 Myanmar migrants were deported from Ranong province yesterday, February 24 as part of Thailand’s ongoing efforts to address the influx of undocumented workers. The group, consisting of 198 men and two women, were repatriated after undergoing legal proceedings and voluntarily joining the government’s repatriation programme. The migrants were transported to the customs…
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Thailand News
Thailand tightens exhaust checks to combat PM2.5 pollution
The Department of Land Transport (DLT) has intensified its efforts to inspect exhaust emissions from trucks and buses across Thailand to tackle the PM2.5 air pollution issue. Nearly 1,000 vehicles were banned yesterday, February 24. Jirut Wisalchit, DLT Director General, reported on the progress of the vehicle inspections, which align with the Ministry of Transport’s policy to address and prevent…
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Thailand News
Golden crab in Phayao sparks lottery frenzy with lucky numbers
As the lottery draw approaches, a bizarre discovery in Phayao province has locals buzzing with excitement and hope for good fortune. A golden crab, caught by a local fisherman, is believed to be a sign of luck, with mysterious numbers appearing on its belly. Thet Wongseekaew, a resident of Ban Tam subdistrict, Mueang district, stumbled upon the rare golden crab…
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Phuket News
3 Thais, 1 foreigner arrested for kidnapping 2 Vietnamese men
Police arrested three Thai men and one foreigner after the gang attempted to kidnap two Vietnamese men for ransom on Kho Simbi Road in Phuket at the weekend. Officers from Mueang Phuket Police Station were alerted to the kidnapping at 11.46pm on Saturday, February 22, by a friend of the Vietnamese victims. The two Vietnamese nationals, 40 year old Van…
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Crime News
Thai police crack down on illegal e-cigarettes near schools
The Royal Thai Police (RTP) Commissioner ordered a strict crackdown on illegal e-cigarettes, particularly around schools and educational institutions, to protect children and youths. Yesterday, February 24, Police Lieutenant General Achayon Kraithong, spokesperson for the RTP, stated that the directive follows the government’s policy to curb illegal e-cigarette sales. Police General Kittirat Phanphet, Police Commissioner, responded promptly to the directive…
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Thailand News
Kothon and 8 charged in murder of PAO member
In a chilling conclusion to a high-profile murder case, the Crime Suppression Division has officially indicted Sunthon Wilawan, known as Kothon, and eight accomplices for the brutal killing of Chaimes Sitthisanitphong, also known as S.J. Tong, a member of the Provincial Administrative Organisation in Prachin Buri. The case files were submitted to prosecutors today, February 25, marking a major development…
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Bangkok News
Iranian man arrested at Bangkok airport over indecent act charges
Thai police apprehended a 31 year old Iranian man at Suvarnabhumi International Airport as he attempted to flee the country. He is accused of committing an indecent act against a female rider on Sunday, February 23. The incident occurred while she was driving a passenger, prompting her to seek help at a police post. The case progressed when, at 1.47am…
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Pattaya News
CCTV captures shocking transgender brawl in Pattaya
Tourists were left stunned as a brutal brawl between two transgender women erupted at a beer bar on Pattaya Central Road Sai 2, shattering the city’s reputation as a world-class family-friendly resort. Caught on CCTV and now viral on Thai social media, the violent altercation unfolded on February 15 at 10.30pm, right in front of passing tourists. The shocking footage…
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Business News
Thai car market hits speed bump, FTI urges govt to drive recovery
The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) is urging a turbocharged response from the government to rev up the nation’s sputtering car market. Demand for motors has hit a roadblock, with a particular skid in pickup truck sales. According to January’s numbers, it’s been a bumpy ride, causing manufacturers to slam the brakes on production by more than 200,000 units over…
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Phuket News
Foreign man walks naked in Phuket, ignoring bystanders’ shock
A foreign man was seen walking naked outside a convenience store in Phuket last night shocking bystanders and drawing hilarious comments from Thai netizens. The Phuket Times shared pictures of the naked foreigner yesterday, February 24, with a caption that read, “This foreign man walked naked in Soi Ta-iad, Phuket. He does not care about anyone and does not feel embarrassed.”…
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Crime News
Former teacher found dead in car after mysterious month-long disappearance
A former teacher who had been missing for nearly a month was discovered dead in her car in a hospital parking lot, leaving her grieving family with unanswered questions. The case came to light when 63 year old Urai (surname withheld), reported the disappearance of her 45 year old daughter, Naruemon (surname withheld), also known as Gift. According to Urai,…
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Bangkok News
Thaksin skips rumoured meeting with Newin amid political tensions
Political drama unfolded at the Pullman King Power Hotel on Rangnam Road as former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra failed to appear for a highly anticipated meeting with Newin Chidchob, the influential figure of the Bhumjaithai Party yesterday, February 24. Despite rumours of a secret dinner to resolve political rifts between Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai, Thaksin was a no-show, leaving reporters…
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Thailand News
Dialling disaster: Thailand scammed-stiff by high-tech hustlers
A new report stated that Thailand is under siege from a tsunami of scam calls and dodgy SMS messages, with a jaw-dropping 168 million reported in 2024. That’s according to the latest annual report by Gogolook Thailand, the trust-tech titan behind the Whoscall anti-scam app. And it’s a record-breaker, marking the highest in five years! The report reveals crafty con…
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Bangkok News
Fraud and gossip blamed for fatal stabbing in Bangkok mall
A Thai man who stabbed his manager to death at a shopping mall in Bangkok on Sunday, February 23, claimed that the victim committed commission fraud and gossiped about him with other colleagues. The fatal stabbing took place in an electronics store on the fifth floor of the shopping mall at closing time, around 10pm. The store manager, 40 year…
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Thailand News
Who qualifies for 2025 Thailand welfare cards?
Thailand will open registration for a new round of state welfare cards next month, aimed at supporting low-income people and vulnerable groups. It has been two years since the last registration round, from September 5 to October 31, 2022. This time, the government is gearing up to help even more people in need, with a financial aid package of 1,545…
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Thailand Weather Updates
Severe storms hit 46 provinces, including Bangkok
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a weather warning as thunderstorms and strong winds are set to hit 46 provinces across Thailand, including Bangkok. Heavy rainfall is expected to cover 60% of affected areas, bringing risks of flash floods, lightning, and strong gusts. Northern and northeastern Thailand will face the most intense storms due to the collision of a cold…
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Visa Information
Marriage-based US Green Card guide for Thai citizens
Wondering how to obtain a marriage-based U.S. Green Card as a Thai citizen? The marriage-based U.S. Green Card process is quite tedious, and it would be wise to familiarise yourself with it prior to beginning your application. This guide aims to help Thai nationals begin the marriage-based U.S. Green Card application process. We’ll cover essential information, such as marriage-based U.S.…
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Thailand News
Thailand men’s national ice hockey team: Rising in the world of ice hockey
Ice hockey may not be the first sport that comes to mind when thinking about Thailand, a country known for its tropical climate and love for football and Muay Thai. However, the Thailand men’s national ice hockey team has been making strides in international competitions, proving that the sport has a growing presence in Southeast Asia. 1xBet is a great…
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Featured Schools
An opportunity to seize: Ascot International School Open House and Scholarship Programme
Ascot International School Bangkok has always been known as a launchpad for young minds destined to think bigger, aim higher, and achieve more. Now, here’s your chance to see it in action. The school is hosting an Early Years Open House on February 28, and parents can get an inside look at how its play-based curriculum builds strong foundations for…
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Phuket News
Hiss-terical escape: King cobra slithers into chaos during Kamala transfer
An encounter with a king cobra swiftly spiralled into chaos when the slithery reptile made a daring escape during its transfer to a new container in Kamala. The incident triggered an urgent and tense effort to recapture the elusive serpent on Saturday, February 22. The king cobra had been captured earlier that day at a hotel in Kamala by Kusoldharm…
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Thailand News
Retired Thai teacher kills 2 in drink driving incident in Chiyaphum
A retired Thai teacher denied being intoxicated after causing a drink driving incident that killed two people on Bamnet-Jaturat Road in Bamnet Narong district, in the Isaan province of Chaiyaphum, yesterday, February 23. Officers from Bamnet Narong Police Station rushed to intervene as a group of the victims’ relatives attempted to lynch the 67 year old suspect, Prapaisri Kaewkul. ThaiRath…
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Thailand News
Concerns rise over vapes with sedative drugs sold to Thai teenagers
The Thai government has issued a warning to teenagers about the growing trend of zombie cigarettes, which contain sedative drugs and have been found circulating in the Thonglor entertainment area. According to Anukul Prueksanusak, the Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister’s Office, these synthetic drugs are part of a new wave of homemade narcotics. Despite ongoing government efforts to combat…
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Bangkok News
Female rider harassed by customer seeks justice in Bangkok
A female rider was allegedly harassed by an Arab customer during a ride, leading her to seek refuge at a police booth, which was unstaffed. She called for help and later filed a complaint at Lumphini Police Station, vowing to pursue the case to its fullest extent. Yesterday, February 23, at Lumphini Police Station, the female rider, identified as Bee,…
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Pattaya News
Foreign couple urged to use hotel for sex instead of Pattaya Beach
A Thai man urged foreigners to return to their hotel for sex rather than engage in public indecency after he and four friends caught a foreign couple having sex on Krating Lai Beach in Pattaya. Witnesses shared a video of the explicit act with Thai news agencies on February 22 where it quickly went viral on Thai social media. The…
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Crime News
Over 1,600 foreigners detained in Pai for traffic, immigration offences
In Pai district, Mae Hong Son, over 1,600 foreigners were apprehended last year, primarily for traffic and immigration offences, with Israeli visitors comprising 13 of the latter group, as reported by the police. Police Major General Songkrit Ontakrai, the Mae Hong Son police commander, addressed recent social media rumours suggesting that locals faced numerous issues with allegedly unruly Israeli visitors.…
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Thailand News
Thai father commits suicide to avoid penalty for daughter’s sexual abuse
A Thai father committed suicide in a durian plantation in the southern province of Chum Phon today, February 24, to escape a legal punishment after his 15 year old daughter came forward to seek justice after years of sexual abuse. The community leader in the Phato district of Chum Phon revealed to MGR Online that the teenage victim’s 15 year…
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Crime News
Thai police seize 400,000 meth pills, capture Laotian suspect
Police from Chanuman Police Station pursued a drug trafficking gang smuggling methamphetamine into Thailand, successfully arresting one Laotian suspect and seizing 400,000 pills. Two other suspects escaped by boat on February 23. Police Lieutenant Komsan Kamwan reported the arrest following a tip-off about drug smuggling at Ban Si Sombun, Chanuman district, Amnat Charoen province. The operation took place in the…
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Thailand News
Truck falls through damaged bridge in Prachuap Khiri Khan
Three days after warnings were issued about the condition of a bridge in Bang Saphan district, Prachuap Khiri Khan province, a truck carrying rubber wood fell through a large hole on February 22. Prior to the collapse, a local had posted warnings on February 19 about the deteriorating state of the bridge in a Facebook group. The post alerted residents…
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Thailand News
New coronavirus HKU5-CoV-2 identified, no human infections reported
The Ministry of Public Health has verified the identification of a new coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, by a laboratory in China, stating that no human infections have been reported to date. Doctor Opas Karnkawinpong, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health, indicated that the virus, discovered by Chinese researchers at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, belongs to the Merbecovirus subgenus.…
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Automotive
What travel insurance covers motorbike accidents?
Riding a motorbike while travelling in Thailand is a great way to explore new places, but it also comes with risks. Road conditions can be unpredictable, and traffic laws may be different from what travellers are used to. Accidents happen, and they can lead to injuries, high medical bills, or even worse. Travel insurance helps cover these risks by paying…
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Thailand News
British woman seeks Thai netizens’ opinions over Buddha tattoo
A British woman reached out to netizens in Thailand after facing a legal threat from some Thai nationals due to a tattoo of a Buddha image on her arm. British social media influencer Emily Srichala shared a video on Facebook and TikTok on February 23, seeking opinions from Thai people after receiving a message from Thai nationals regarding the tattoo…
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Bangkok News
Bangkok revamps Klong Toey Market walkway for pedestrian safety
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is undertaking renovations of the walkway at Klong Toey Market on Rama IV Road following the removal of an extension market that had occupied the footpath for nearly 20 years. Known as Rim Khlong Hua Lamphong Market or Talat Lao, this street-side market has been a longstanding fixture in the area. The BMA aims to…
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Thailand News
Thai transwoman sexually assaults and blackmails 13 year old boy
A Thai transwoman in the Lat Krabang district of Bangkok allegedly sexually assaulted a 13 year old boy and blackmailed the victim with explicit pictures and videos. The teenage victim and his parents reported the sexual assault to the non-profit organisation Saimai Survive. The boy revealed that the incident took place at the suspect’s accommodation in the Lat Krabang area…
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