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Food
6 Wicked-themed desserts in Bangkok worth holding space for
Wicked fever has swept the media-consuming world. If you’ve been online at all recently, you’re sure to have seen the myriad reels, memes, and tiktoks that are all talking about this film. To get you in on the hype, we’re bringing to you a list of six Wicked-themed desserts to try in Bangkok — so, leave a little room after…
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Pattaya News
Thai minibus driver rapes passenger after tricking her into lucky ritual
A Thai minibus driver raped a female passenger after tricking her into performing a ritual for good fortune, and then abducting her to a hotel in Pattaya. The victim filed a complaint against the minibus driver, Mueang, at Na Jomtien Police Station following the sexual assault on October 10. The incident occurred while the victim was travelling in Mueang’s minibus…
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Crime News
Illegal wildlife trade uncovered in Ratchaburi luxury home raid
A luxury riverside home in Ratchaburi, Thailand, became the focal point of a major investigation when police discovered over 50 rare South American wildlife species illegally housed on the property. The operation, conducted by police and wildlife officials, exposed a shocking black market trade facilitated through social media platforms. Yesterday, December 12, a team led by Arun Wachirasrisukanya, Deputy Commander-in-Chief…
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Bangkok News
Ex-boxer arrested in Bangkok for violent revenge attack
A well-known ex-boxer and his group of friends were arrested for abducting and assaulting a rival in a violent act of revenge. The incident involved shooting and stabbing, leaving the victim seriously injured, and was sparked by a dispute over a friend’s girlfriend. Police, led by Montri Teskan, ordered the arrest of 23 year old Parinya in Bangkok. The arrest…
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Phuket News
Phuket noise dispute turns violent with two injured in gunfire
A noise complaint at a rental property in Phuket Town erupted into violence, resulting in injuries to both the landlord and tenant after a gun was discharged during a scuffle. The incident unfolded yesterday, December 12, drawing attention to the ongoing tensions between the two parties. Phuket City police responded to the disturbance on Phatthanakan Soi 2 around 5pm, yesterday,…
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Phuket News
Phuket celebrates Disabled People’s Day with empowering event
Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat led the 29th Disabled People’s Day celebration on Wednesday, December 11 at Phuket Rajabhat University, with the theme, Promoting Disabled Leaders for a Sustainable Future. The event spotlighted the incredible potential of people with disabilities and underscored the province’s commitment to equality and opportunity. In his opening remarks, Governor Sophon declared, “This event reflects our dedication…
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Property News
Bangkok joins Dubai and Miami as top global playground cities
Ultra-luxury global consumer brands from the fashion and auto sectors are moving into the real estate space in Asia as a natural extension of their powerful brand-led businesses – resetting the map of international buyers who are crossing borders like never before. The surge in investment from overseas buyers, who can be more accurately defined as collectors of limited-edition assets,…
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Thailand News
Thai thief returns stolen motorcycle to police station, motive unclear
A Thai man stole motorcycles belonging to locals in the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima and later parked them outside a police station. His motive remains unclear. The owner of a grocery store in the Sikhio district of Nakhon Ratchasima province shared CCTV footage of the suspect, who stole his sidecar motorcycle, with Channel 7 yesterday, December 12. In the…
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Phuket News
Man shoots mother-in-law in Phuket bar after verbal abuse
A tragic incident unfolded in Koh Kaew, Phuket, when a 27 year old man shot his mother-in-law in a well-known bar and restaurant. The event occurred last night, with the suspect later surrendering to the police. The altercation, which led to the shooting, was reportedly the result of long-standing verbal abuse. Police and emergency services responded to the scene around…
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Thailand News
Burmese worker found dead with knife wound in Chon Buri
A Burmese worker was found dead with a knife protruding from his chest. The deceased man’s roommates discovered the body upon returning to their rented room. The unsettling event unfolded yesterday, December 12, at a row of rental rooms in Soi Sukhumvit 29, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri, prompting an immediate police investigation. Police Lieutenant Manot Tipwetch from Bang Lamung Police…
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Road deaths
Slick road causes pickup truck accident, injures factory workers
A slick road proved treacherous for a brand-new pickup truck transporting factory employees. The pickup veered off course and landed on the roadside, causing injuries to several female workers. Police promptly responded to the scene to provide necessary assistance. The incident transpired at 6.30am today, December 13, when Wiroj Phueadchanthuek, a deputy inspector at Wang Takhian Police Station, received reports…
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Thailand News
Police raid illegal soil excavation site in Suphan Buri
Police raided an illegal soil excavation site in Suphan Buri, operated by a local politician’s family after complaints from residents. The politician’s wife admitted to one year of unauthorised digging without prior arrests. The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) undertook a significant operation against influential figures in Song Phi Nong district, Suphan Buri province, following local complaints. The action targeted a…
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Pattaya News
Police crack down on Chinese-South Korean travel agency scam in Pattaya
Chon Buri and Pattaya police cracked down on a travel agency scam and a call centre scam operated by Chinese and South Korean nationals, who used two luxury pool villas in Pattaya as their headquarters. Police became suspicious after discovering that a group of foreigners rented two luxury accommodations in Pattaya but had never left the villas. Further investigation revealed…
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Crime News
Thai loan shark mastermind arrested in Kamphaeng Phet sting
Thai police apprehended a woman known as Add, who is reputed to be the mastermind behind a notorious loan shark operation in Kamphaeng Phet. The investigation revealed that she was involved in a pawn scheme involving vehicles, charging exorbitant interest rates. Borrowers received significantly less money than initially promised and faced threats when they struggled to meet the high-interest payments.…
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Thailand video news
Thailand video news | Russian tourist in underwear clashes with Thai police in Phuket, South Korean president faces impeachment over martial law controversy
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex presents a captivating roundup of stories from Thailand and beyond. Highlights include a Russian tourist’s bizarre standoff with police in Phuket, a fire disrupting a Pattaya spa, and a Nigerian tourist’s arrest in Bangkok for illegal activities. Other notable stories feature an Indian tourist falling victim to robbery in Pattaya, a Thai woman caught…
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South Thailand News
Gunmen attack soldiers aiding flood relief in Narathiwat
A tragic attack unfolded in Narathiwat, Thailand, yesterday, when gunmen ambushed military personnel repairing flood-damaged homes. The assailants, using M16 rifles, left one soldier dead and two others injured before fleeing on motorcycles. Police were alerted when Narawi Binwaearong, a local police officer, received reports of the violent incident involving paramilitary soldiers from the 4908th Ranger Company. The attack occurred…
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Thailand News
Phu Kradueng park closes after tourist tragedy with wild elephant
Phu Kradueng National Park will remain closed for the foreseeable future following a tragic incident involving a wild elephant that fatally attacked a tourist. Officials have been instructed to ensure visitors exit the area promptly and have prohibited access until further notice. The incident, which occurred yesterday, involved a wild elephant, reportedly in a state of musth (aggressive behaviour), returning repeatedly…
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Crime News
Border bust: Thai cops ‘Myan-handle’ illegal entry gang
Thai police, in a joint operation, detained a group of people illegally entering the country, comprising 16 Myanmar nationals and a Thai man accused of facilitating their entry. The arrest took place near Ban Pa Kha Mai in the Kiri Rat subdistrict of Phop Phra district, Tak province. Officers from the Ratchamanu Task Force, along with the Long Range Patrol…
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Chiang Mai News
High-stakes heist: Fake cops raid Chiang Mai cannabis shop
A daring robbery took place yesterday in Chiang Mai, where a group of four individuals impersonating police officers raided a cannabis shop, tying up the owner and his staff before making off with a substantial amount of valuables. The incident, reported to have occurred at 3am yesterday, December 12, saw the assailants seizing cash, electronics, and even motorcycles. The shop…
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Thailand News
Car accident in Samut Songkhram leaves two children orphaned
A tragic accident claimed the lives of a married couple when a car veered off course and collided with their motorcycle yesterday, December 12, in Samut Songkhram, leaving their two children orphaned. The incident occurred as the family was on their way to buy groceries for their bedridden grandmother. The driver of the car, visibly shaken and frightened, repeatedly expressed…
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Thailand News
Thai sub-district official accused of hiring scapegoat after hit-and-run
A Thai father accused an official from the sub-district administrative organisation in the Isaan province of Kalasin of hiring a scapegoat to plead guilty after a hit-and-run on November 2 that caused serious injuries to his son. The father, identified as Tam, revealed to Channel 7 that the accident occurred at around 2.30am on November 2, when his 22 year old son…
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Thailand News
Thai man arrested in Buriram for home intrusion searching for wife
A troubling incident unfolded yesterday in Buriram province involving a 35 year old Thai man who was apprehended by police after an unusual intrusion into a resident’s home. The man, yesterday, December 12, claimed he was searching for his wife, who he believed had run away with another man. The police were alerted by the village chief of Ban Samrong,…
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Thailand News
Young municipal worker drowns in Rayong River tragedy
A young municipal worker tragically drowned while cleaning the Rayong River, leaving his mother devastated by the loss. The 19 year old man disappeared beneath the water, raising his hand for help before succumbing to what is suspected to be a cramp. The incident occurred yesterday, December 12 at 4.30pm near the Rayong Kindergarten School in the Tha Pradu area…
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Thailand News
Nakhon Phanom ritual sparks lottery hope with lucky number
A religious ceremony was recently held at the Phaya Nak landmark along the Mekong River in Nakhon Phanom province in search of a lucky number for the upcoming lottery draw. A group of devotees from Bangkok recently conducted a significant ritual in honour of Phaya Srisattanakharat, or Grandfather Phaya Nak, aiming to invoke prosperity, fortune, and success in careers and…
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Crime News
Woman with 12 warrants caught after chase in Roi Et
A woman with 12 arrest warrants, primarily for embezzlement and fraud, was apprehended by police after a chase through a wooded area in Roi Et province, Thailand. Despite the charges, she continues to deny any wrongdoing. Police officers, under the direction of Montri Tetsan, ordered the arrest of 41 year old Jirachaya, in response to a warrant issued by Khon…
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Things To Do
What to do in Bangkok this week (December 13 to 19, including Christmas celebrations)
It’s the weekend! Have you figured out what to do yet? If not, don’t stress. You’re in Bangkok, so there’s always something going on. This weekend is full of food festivals, and you’ll want to check at lease one of them out because who doesn’t love eating their way through the city? And if food isn’t enough to get you…
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Pattaya News
Pattaya flower seller boosts sales in Santa suit
A flower garland seller in Pattaya has been spotted donning a Santa Claus outfit, capturing the curiosity and admiration of both tourists and locals. At around 12.30pm yesterday, December 12, the festive figure was seen under the motorway overpass on Sukhumvit Road, engaging with drivers who paused at the traffic lights. The flower vendor, 37 year old Kritsada Boonsopa, shared…
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Crime News
Thai police seize chemicals for illegal Etomidate e-cigarette mix
Bangkok police yesterday seized chemicals used to produce the drug Etomidate, which is being illegally mixed with e-cigarettes. This operation uncovered enough materials to create 600,000 units of the dangerous substance, capable of causing respiratory failure. The pursuit of four Chinese nationals involved is currently underway. At 1.30pm yesterday, December 12 a press conference was held at the Office of…
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Thailand News
Six arrested in South Thailand for call centre scams and firearms
Police apprehended six people suspected of being involved in call centre scams and the illegal trade of firearms. The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) announced the arrest on Tuesday, December 10, indicating possible connections between the suspects and insurgency financing in Thailand’s southern regions. The arrests took place on December 10 in Songkhla and Yala provinces following numerous complaints related…
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Thailand News
Portuguese man missing in Koh Pha Ngan, wife fears suicide
The wife of a Portuguese man, missing from his home in Koh Pha Ngan since November 17, fears he may have taken his own life. The 38 year old half-Thai, half-American woman, Avalon Oneita Juliana, sought help from local police and the Portuguese Embassy in Thailand after her husband, 51 year old Daniel Joao D’Costa Ferreira Dos Santos, disappeared. Santos…
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Thailand News
Grandmother faces arrest over mysterious death of baby Pang
Police are preparing to issue an arrest warrant for the grandmother of one month old baby Pang, who died under mysterious circumstances after being in her care for only five days. The autopsy revealed subdural hematomas on both sides of the brain and bruising on the leg. The tragic death of baby Pang has left her parents in deep sorrow…
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Thailand News
Mother and daughter hurt in Honda Jazz crash on Ratchaphruek Road
A mother and her daughter were involved in a serious car accident after their Honda Jazz collided with a truck, causing their vehicle to veer off course and crash into a barrier. The incident, which led to their car overturning and blocking the road, occurred late yesterday evening. Following the initial crash, a subsequent collision took place when a pickup…
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Hot Property
Hideaway living redefined: Breathe, relax, and live the dream at Sunplay Pool Villas
As one of Southeast Asia’s most sought-after countries to own real estate, Thailand certainly has no shortage of luxury pool villas where you can enjoy a resort-like lifestyle under the tropical sun. Recently, the new development Sunplay Pool Villas is turning heads for international buyers seeking a family home, a holiday retreat, and a sound investment property. Located in the…
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Bangkok News
PM Paetongtarn’s absence sparks debate over invasive fish issue
Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s decision to skip the opening of the new House of Representatives session yesterday, December 12, sparked a contentious debate between the opposition and the ruling Pheu Thai Party. Nattacha Boonchaiinsawat, a Bangkok representative from the opposition People’s Party (PP), voiced his frustration, expressing a desire for the prime minister to address the public on efforts…
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Thailand Weather Updates
Cold air mass, monsoon rains hit Thailand, affecting 14 provinces
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) warned of another cold air mass approaching, causing temperatures to drop by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius. The southern region faces heavy monsoon rains impacting 14 provinces, while Bangkok will experience rain and wind. The forecast for the next 24 hours indicates that a high-pressure area or cold air mass from China is now covering…
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Thailand News
Thai-German rail partnership renewed for sustainable transport
Thailand and Germany reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing rail transport systems, with a focus on efficiency and environmental sustainability. Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit announced the renewal of the agreement in Bangkok, extending their collaboration for an additional two years. The bilateral agreement, initially signed on November 23, 2016, has been renewed twice, reflecting both nations’ dedication to advancing rail technology…
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Thailand News
Illegal jet ski crackdown in Phuket sees 17 more rentals shut down
Phuket’s relentless battle against illegal jet skis has made another big splash. A daring raid led by marine officials uncovered 17 unlicensed jet skis being used for illegal tourist rentals in the popular tourist spot of Laem Nga, Ratsada. The operation also extended to the picturesque islands of Koh Mali and Koh Pae, off Phuket’s east coast. Senior officials including…
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