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Thailand News
Police launch raids on popular nightlife venues on Bangla Road
In a bold move to clean up the streets of Patong, police and health officials are back in action, targeting Bangla Road’s nightlife hotspots with surprise drug tests. The high-stakes operation saw staff at multiple entertainment venues undergo random tests, aiming to ensure drug-free working environments in the heart of Phuket’s party scene. Patong Police, led by Chief Police Colonel…
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Thailand News
Baht to the future: Finance Ministry and BoT tackle currency surge
The Finance Ministry and the Bank of Thailand (BoT) are set to convene next week to address the strengthening baht and the nation’s inflation target amidst governmental pressure for interest rate reductions. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira announced plans to meet with BoT Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput to discuss the baht’s appreciation and related economic concerns. Observers anticipate…
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Thailand News
Nine suspects arrested for Pattani petrol station robbery
Police apprehended nine suspects involved in a brazen robbery at a petrol station in Panare district, Pattani province. The incident occurred when a group of men and women on motorcycles were ambushed by the suspects, who were armed with two guns. An alarming report emerged yesterday, September 24, of nine individuals robbing victims as they exited a PTT petrol station…
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Phuket News
3 year old Thai girl sexually assaulted by foreign man in Phuket
An unidentified foreign man allegedly sexually assaulted a three year old Thai girl at her home in the Rawai district of Phuket in the early hours of Monday, September 23. The young victim suffered severe injuries to her private parts. A Thai man who lived near the victim’s home shared the story of the three year old victim with the…
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Thailand News
DSI pursues charges over 1 billion baht fraud at Ananda subsidiary
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) initiated legal proceedings against former board members of a subsidiary of Ananda Development for violations of the Securities and Exchange Act, following the discovery of over 1 billion baht in damages. Through its Financial and Money Laundering Case Division, the DSI submitted case file No. 7/2021 yesterday, September 24, regarding Ananda Development Public Company…
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Thailand News
Missing six year old found unharmed after 34-hour disappearance
A missing six year old boy was found in an unusual and perplexing manner, recalling a supernatural encounter similar to one his mother experienced as a child. This incident took place yesterday, September 24, when the boy, was discovered unharmed inside a fertiliser bag near a neighbour’s barn, just 30 metres from his grandmother’s home. M Roi disappeared at 8pm…
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Thailand Travel
How to apply for an online driving licence in Thailand
Getting a Thai driving licence is pretty straightforward but has a few steps you’ll need to follow. Most of the process happens in person at the Department of Land Transport (DLT), but you can get started online to save some time, which is super handy whether you’re living here or just visiting. DLT Smart Queue application The DLT Smart Queue…
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Thailand News
Pattaya: Bali Hai Pier walkway roof finally taking shape
Pattaya’s ambitious project to build a 310-metre roof over the Bali Hai Pier walkway is finally approaching completion but not without drama. Initially set to finish in March, the 8.8-million-baht project hit a series of delays, leading to hefty fines for the contractor. The roof, designed to protect residents and tourists from the relentless sun and sudden downpours, has been…
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Thailand News
Thai man arrested for selling upskirt videos, earning 50k monthly
A 20 year old Thai man arrested for selling upskirt videos online revealed that he could earn up to 40,000 and 50,000 baht a month, significantly higher than the minimum wage of around 12,000 baht. Officers from the Investigation Division of the Metropolitan Police Bureau (IDMB) discovered secret groups on various social media platforms offering upskirt videos of students to…
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Thailand News
Thai Airways rolls out discounts for students, seniors, and monks
Thai Airways (THAI) is rolling out jaw-dropping discounts for select travellers, making it the perfect time to pack your bags and fly for less. The national carrier just announced special fares for students, senior citizens, and religious travellers, with massive savings on both domestic and international flights. But hurry, the sale ends on September 30. Students under 25 can now…
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Thailand News
Pattaya’s million-baht plan to save Koh Larn’s water supply
In a high-stakes bid to protect Koh Larn from future water shortages, a team from Pattaya City inspected the ambitious Haad Samae Beach reservoir renovation on Sunday, September 22. With a whopping 7.5 million baht budget on the line, this project is set to breathe new life into the neglected reservoir, ensuring locals have access to a reliable water supply…
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Transport News
Charged up: Thailand greenlights 7.12 billion baht EV subsidy
The Thai Cabinet has sanctioned the allocation of 7.12 billion baht (US$218 million) from the central reserve budget to support the electric vehicle (EV) subsidy program. This decision was announced following the weekly Cabinet meeting yesterday, September 24. Jirayu Huangsab, an advisor to the prime minister, confirmed that the allocated budget will subsidise buyers of EVs and motorcycles who have already…
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Bangkok Travel
Best Bangkok hotels that are near MRT or BTS
Looking for the best hotels in Bangkok with easy access to the MRT or BTS? Staying close to these transit lines saves time and makes exploring the city more convenient. Whether you’re visiting for a short stay or a longer trip, these hotels put you steps away from Bangkok’s top attractions, offering both comfort and prime locations. Best Bangkok hotels…
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Phuket News
Phuket’s tourism boom set to break records this year
After a rocky few years post-Covid, Phuket is poised to smash its highest-ever revenue records in 2024, even if tourist numbers don’t quite hit pre-pandemic levels. Longer stays, higher spending and a shift in visitor profiles are key to this tourism boom, according to Rangsiman Kingkaew, Vice President of Strategy and Planning at the Phuket Tourist Association (PTA). Speaking at…
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Thailand News
9 year old Thai girl rescued from brutal domestic violence
The wife of social media influencer Guntouch “Gun” Pongpaiboonwet rescued a nine year old Thai girl who was brutally abused by her aunt in Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok. The girl had bite marks across her body and deformed ears. A Thai woman from the Bang Bua Thong district of Nonthaburi province sought help for the nine year old girl by…
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Pattaya News
Bikers gang smash LED, sabotages Pattaya’s go-go scene
In a shocking act of vandalism, a gang of masked bikers unleashed a violent attack on a mobile LED advertising truck in Pattaya, causing a staggering 100,000 baht in damage. The brazen assault, which occurred on Monday night, September 23, saw four to five young men on unlicenced motorcycles armed with metal rods, smashing the truck’s LED display to pieces.…
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Transport News
Thailand’s car industry slams the brakes: August downturn hits hard
Thailand’s automotive industry is hitting the skids, with car manufacturing, domestic sales, and exports all taking a nosedive in August, according to the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI). Surapong Paisitpatanapong, Vice-Chairman and spokesperson for the federation’s Automotive Industry Club, sounded the alarm, pointing to tough times in securing auto loans as a major roadblock for domestic sales. In August, total…
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China News
Hong Kong back in top 3 global financial powerhouses
Hong Kong is back with a bang, reclaiming its position as the world’s third-leading financial centre, overtaking Singapore for the first time in over two years. According to a report published yesterday, September 24, by the Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI), Hong Kong’s strategic moves have paid off as it storms ahead in the latest rankings. In the 36th edition…
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Thai Life
What you need to know about digital wallet 10,000 baht
The Thai government’s digital wallet scheme, set to distribute 10,000 baht to eligible citizens, aims to stimulate the economy and ease the cost of living burden. As reported by Thailand’s Public Relations Department, the initiative targets Thais aged 16 and above with specific income and savings criteria, allowing them to spend the digital currency at local participating businesses across 878…
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Thailand News
2 Thai men arrested for sale of crystal meth found on beach
Police arrested two Thai men who gathered more than 100 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine, which had washed up on Chanthaburi beaches, and sold it to drug users in the province. In March of this year, locals in Chanthaburi and nearby provinces witnessed packs of crystal meth floating in the sea, with some of the drugs washing up on multiple beaches…
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Thailand News
Technician found dead waiting for 10,000 baht digital transfer
A 46 year old technician, recently separated from his partner, was found dead after waiting for a digital money transfer he hoped would change his fortunes. The incident occurred yesterday at a multipurpose pavilion in Village 4, Khao Tha Phra subdistrict, Chai Nat province. Police Lieutenant Manit Yangthueng, an investigator from Mueang Chai Nat Police Station, received the report and…
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Thailand News
Honda sedan crashes into parked motorcycles in Suphan Buri
A black Honda sedan lost control and veered off a bridge, crashing into 11 motorcycles parked along the roadside in front of the Suphan Buri Municipality Office, injuring three people. The incident happened yesterday, September 24, leaving locals in shock. Police Lieutenant Amornnat Prasanpim of Suphan Buri Police Station was notified of the accident, which resulted in multiple injuries. Upon…
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Thailand News
Nonthaburi mourns loss of principal after tragic fall
A funeral ceremony was held for, a 56 year old acting principal of Wat Daeng School, who tragically passed away after falling from a school building roof he was repairing. The ceremony took place at Sala 1, Wat Daeng Thammachat, in the Sai Ma subdistrict of Nonthaburi. Phutthawat Kongwong, the acting principal of Wat Daeng School in Nonthaburi, suffered fatal…
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Thailand News
Knockout scam: Female boxer floored by cops in call centre sting
Police apprehended a female boxer involved in a call centre scam operation that defrauded victims of millions of baht. The suspect claimed she was merely hired to open mule accounts. On September 24, Police Colonel Santi Kornkasem, along with other officers, ordered the arrest of 36 year old Benjamas from Nakhon Ratchasima. She was apprehended under an arrest warrant issued…
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Thailand News
Thai man in orange underwear vanishes after suicide attempt
Rescuers in the central province of Ayutthaya are searching for a Thai man in orange underwear after an attempted suicide at the Pasak River. The half-naked man then fled the scene on a motorcycle and disappeared. Siam Junkathappa, a member of the Phutthai Sawan Rescue Foundation, revealed to Channel 7 that the team received a notification about a suicide attempt…
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Phuket News
Phuket’s roads get a makeover in time for Vegetarian Festival
Phuket Town is in a race against time to ensure its roads are smooth and festival-ready before the Phuket Vegetarian Festival kicks off next week. The city’s top brass is pulling out all the stops, with Deputy Mayor Suphot La-ongphet leading the charge on a series of urgent road resurfacing projects across key streets. Suphot was spotted inspecting Yaowarat Road…
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Thailand News
Pit bull attack claims life of elderly cyclist in Pathum Thani
A pit bull attack resulted in the tragic death of a 67 year old woman while she was cycling, leading the owner to declare an inability to care for the dog any longer. At 4.30pm yesterday, September 24, Police Lieutenant Kritchatha Pathumkaew from Sam Khok Police Station in Pathum Thani received a report of a fatal pit bull attack in…
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Chiang Mai News
Chiang Mai braces for potential flooding as water levels rise
Urgent warnings from the Chiang Mai Irrigation Office have been issued regarding the expected rise in water levels at Nawarat Bridge. The water is predicted to peak at approximately 4.45 metres early tomorrow morning. The Chiang Mai Irrigation Office 1 announced today, September 25, that due to the influence of Typhoon Surigae, significant rainfall from three days ago has caused…
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Thailand video news
Thailand video news | pit bull fatally mauls 67-year-old woman in Pathum Thani, former Singaporean minister pleads guilty to graft charges
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex covers stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. Highlights include a Belgian man causing chaos at a Thai police station, resulting in a bizarre scene that left authorities scrambling. In Pathum Thani, a tragic incident saw a 67-year-old woman fatally mauled by a Pit Bull, raising concerns about dangerous animals. In Bangkok, a woman…
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Thailand News
Orange taxi carries motorcycle down Rama II Road, sparks outrage
An orange taxi yesterday was seen transporting a motorcycle in its back seat, with a door hanging wide open, driving down Rama II Road in Bangkok. This incident, which took place yesterday, September 24, sparked significant online criticism due to safety concerns. A viral video captured by a passerby revealed an orange taxi with its left door ajar, carrying a motorcycle…
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Thailand News
Crocodile tears: Thai farmer takes action to keep community safe
A Thai farm owner in the northern province of Lamphun took the heartbreaking decision to kill 125 crocodiles to ensure the safety of his neighbours and residents. The action was taken as a precaution, given that the animals could have escaped during the floods. Extensive agricultural land and livestock farms in various provinces, particularly in Isaan and northern Thailand, have suffered…
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Thailand News
Elderly man found sleeping in sack on pavement in Khon Kaen (video)
A recent TikTok video revealed the heart-wrenching scene of an elderly man sleeping in a sack on the pavement, enduring cold and mosquito bites. The video, posted by @hengpusit, captures the plight of the vagrant in Ban Phai, Khon Kaen. The video, shared yesterday, September 24, by TikTok user @hengpusit, shows an elderly man shivering in a sack on the…
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Health
How can expats find healthcare services in Thailand, Language isn’t a barrier
Moving to a new country can feel like a fresh start. It’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in a different culture, explore new places, and perhaps even reinvent parts of your life. But amid the excitement, you can’t overlook practical matters like healthcare. While Thailand is globally renowned as a medical tourism destination, boasting some of the best hospitals in…
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Pattaya News
Laotian man killed by hit-and-run truck near Pattaya
A tragic accident occurred on Bypass Road 36 near Pattaya when a Laotian man was struck and killed by a truck, whose driver fled the scene. The incident took place at 5pm yesterday, September 24, prompting Nongprue police and a rescue team from the Sawang Boriboon Foundation to rush to the location in the Pong area of Bang Lamung district,…
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Thailand News
Thai man causes commotion at busy Bangkok intersection (video)
A Thai man in a red shirt caused a commotion at Pathumwan Intersection, Bangkok, verbally assaulting drivers and raising his hand as if to strike a car. The incident, which occurred yesterday, September 24, was captured and shared on TikTok by user @nin_slamboys. The footage shows a man dressed in a red shirt with a cross-body bag, aggressively confronting vehicles…
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Bangkok News
Family’s dark secret exposed after Thai girl kills her grandmother
A dark secret has emerged from the gruesome murder of a woman in Bangkok, fatally stabbed by her granddaughter. It has been revealed that the teenager’s grandfather is, in fact, her biological father, the result of a secret affair with his stepdaughter. The 14 year old murder suspect turned herself in at Samae Dam Police Station on Monday, September 23,…
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Road deaths
Motorcycle taxi driver killed in Chon Buri pickup truck collision
A tragic accident involving a pickup truck and a motorcycle taxi resulted in the death of a 48 year old man with a fractured skull. The incident occurred on Economic Road, heading towards Ban Bueng district, Chon Buri. Police Lieutenant Chinwat Thisala of the Mueang Chon Buri Police Station was notified of the accident at 3pm yesterday, September 25. The…
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