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Thailand News
Hundreds of illegal resorts face demolition in Nakhon Ratchasima
The scenic district of Wang Nam Khiao in Nakhon Ratchasima is witnessing a massive government crackdown as over 400 resorts face the threat of demolition for encroaching on public land. The Agriculture and Cooperatives Ministry launched inspections, spearheaded by Thanadol Suwannarit, chairman of the ministry’s task force on illegal land ownership under the Agricultural Land Reform Office (ALRO). This aggressive…
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Thailand News
Thai man injured in a gunfight with his son over 1 million baht debt
A Thai man yesterday sustained an injury to his left leg during a gunfight with his son over a 1 million baht debt at the son’s pawn shop in the Isaan province of Khon Kaen. Officers from Mueang Khon Kaen Police Station were alerted to the shooting outside the pawn shop on Na Mueang Road at approximately 4.30pm, yesterday, August…
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Health
Thailand health insurance 101: From basic plans to premium coverage
Navigating healthcare options in a captivating country like Thailand can feel like an adventure – filled with exciting possibilities, diverse plans and thoughtful complexities. In this riveting guide, we’ll embark on a journey through the grass roots of understanding health insurance in all its forms: basic, mid-tier or premium plans. We’ll delve into the makeup of health insurance, the types…
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Thailand News
Man assaults father over 300 baht for drugs in Udon Thani
A man assaulted his father in Udon Thani after being denied 300 baht for drugs, prompting his sister to demand legal action, stating she no longer wants him as her brother. Police in Udon Thani received a report of a son assaulting his father at a rental house in Nong Bua, Mueang district. Officers promptly arrived at the scene. The…
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Thailand News
Excitement builds for latest lottery with top predictions
Excitement is building as the latest lottery numbers for the latest draw have been revealed, featuring predictions and tips from well-known personalities and sources. Here’s a summary of the key predictions for tomorrow’s draw on August 16. Ryu Jitsampat, a spiritual medium, shared a set of three-digit numbers from auspicious incense sticks. These numbers, 556, have garnered widespread attention and…
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Chiang Mai News
Earthquake rattles Chiang Mai and Lamphun early today
An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.4 struck Mae On district in Chiang Mai, causing tremors felt as far as Lamphun. The seismic event, which occurred early today, August 15, lasted for five seconds and was reported by the Earthquake Surveillance Division. The earthquake struck at 1.33am, with its epicentre located in Mae Tha subdistrict, Mae On district, Chiang Mai…
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Pattaya News
Pattaya police crack down on noisy Kuwaiti motorcyclists (video)
Pattaya police intensified efforts to crack down on Kuwaiti motorcyclists causing disturbances with loud engines, resulting in numerous motorbike seizures. Officers set up checkpoints to address the complaints from residents distressed by the noise and reckless driving. Police officers in Pattaya yesterday, August 14, led by Navin Teerawit, Sirachat Nootes, and Apinan Boonyarat, conducted a coordinated operation targeting various forms…
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Thailand News
Thai woman assaulted for rejecting man in nightclub (video)
A Thai man took to social media to call for justice after an influential person in the Isaan province of Sisaket physically assaulted his girlfriend for refusing to clink glasses with him at a nightclub on August 12. The Thai man, Kong, shared a screenshot of security footage on Facebook yesterday, August 14, showing his girlfriend, Noi, being attacked. Kong…
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Thailand News
Police officers face charges for wrongful arrest in Sa Kaeo murder
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) submitted the case files of eight police officers from Aranyaprathet Police Station to the Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) Region 2 Prosecutor’s Office regarding the wrongful arrest of a woman’s husband for her murder in Sa Kaeo. The officers face serious charges under Section 157 of the Penal Code and the Prevention and Suppression…
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Phuket News
Thailand aims to host InterPride World Conference 2025
Thailand is reaffirming its commitment to LGBTQIA2S+ rights and preparing to bid for the InterPride World Conference in 2025, with further aspirations to host WorldPride in 2030. The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) held an event titled Thailand Announcement — Unity in Action: Thailand’s Next Steps in Equality to celebrate the passing of the Marriage Equality Bill and to…
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Thailand News
Blood donation miracle saves Aussie FIFO worker in Thailand
An Australian FIFO worker has been granted a lifeline after a near-fatal car crash in Thailand. Through the selfless acts of expat Aussies, he received the six pints of a rare blood type needed to survive. James Lothian, a 41 year old from Perth, was enjoying a break from work in Chon Buri, with his wife and five year old…
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Pattaya News
Pattaya Film Festival returns with 20 global films, free screenings
Pattaya welcomes the return of the Pattaya Film Festival, running from August 21 to 25. This year’s festival will showcase over 20 films from around the globe, offering free admission to all screenings. The event is a collaborative effort by Pattaya City, the Special Tourist Area Development Authority, and the Film Archive of the Ministry of Culture. Screenings are set…
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Thailand News
Surat Thani police seize 404,000 meth pills after car chase
Police in Surat Thani arrested two men and seized 404,000 methamphetamine (meth) pills following a dramatic car chase. The suspects, 31 year old Suriyen, and 25 year old Sitthipong, were apprehended after attempting to flee from the police. Surat Thani Governor Jetsada Jitrat, who also serves as the Director of the Provincial Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC), directed the operation.…
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Thailand News
Thai woman found dead in BMW leaves letter and will to mother
A Thai woman committed suicide in her BMW car, which was parked in the central province of Nonthaburi, leaving a letter and last will addressed to her mother. It is reported that a row with her boyfriend motivated her tragic decision. A Thai man, identified only as Noom, discovered the woman lying motionless in a grey BMW 330e M Sport…
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Crime News
Businessman robbed by transgender at Bangkok hotel, car found
A businessman was robbed by a transgender woman he met at a hotel, who then attempted to sell his stolen vehicle on social media. The police set up a sting operation but the suspect managed to flee. Around 1am today, August 15, a 42 year old businessman, referred to as Gorn, visited the Nonthaburi City Police Station to identify his…
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Thailand video news
Thailand Video News | Chaikasem Nominated for Thai PM Amid Political Turmoil, SRT Warns Passengers After Dangerous Incident
In this Thailand video news, Alex delves into the news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia countries. The stories include Thailand facing political shifts as Chaikasem Nitisiri is set to be nominated for Prime Minister amid turmoil. The State Railway of Thailand issues safety warnings following a passenger incident, and the Ministry of Social Development urges the public…
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China News
Mother pays for daughter’s haircutting antics in Chinese salon
A mother in China faced an unexpected expense when her young daughter cut another customer’s hair at a hair salon, resulting in a hefty compensation fee. The incident occurred at a hair salon in Guangdong province, China. A mother brought her young daughter along to the salon and while the mother was waiting for her turn, chaos suddenly erupted. Her…
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Crime News
Teenagers injured in Ayutthaya market attack
Teenagers defied the law by throwing bombs and firing shots in a bustling market in Ayutthaya, leaving an 18 year old boy and a 16 year old girl injured. Police identified the suspects, and efforts are underway to apprehend them. Early today, August 14, at 2.30am, Deputy Inspector Chaloemchai Roentaithong of Uthai Police Station received a report of a violent…
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Thailand News
Mother and daughter injured in Bangkok bus-ambulance crash
Rescue workers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation were alerted to a collision between a bus and an ambulance, resulting in multiple injuries at Din Daeng Island, Victory Monument, Bangkok. At the scene, a bus on Route 36 was found overturned alongside the ambulance. Many injured individuals were lying on the pavement as emergency responders arrived to provide assistance. A 68 year…
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Thailand News
Chinese gang flees after stealing 70 million baht from Chinese couple
Thai police are searching for four Chinese nationals who yesterday stole 70 million baht in cryptocurrency from a Chinese couple in the central province of Pathum Thani. Officers from Pak Khlong Rangsit Police Station swooped on a house in the Banmai district of Pathum Thani in the early hours of yesterday, August 14, after being alerted by the homeowners, a…
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Crime News
Thai police arrest fraudsters behind billion baht investment scam
Thai police apprehended members of a fraudulent investment scheme involving a false claim of raising funds to list shares on the American stock market, resulting in over 1 billion baht in financial damages. Arrest warrants reveal 59 charges against the suspects. Police Major General Phutthidej Boonkrapue, Head of the Economic Crime Suppression Division, directed the operation led by Police Colonel…
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Thailand News
Pickup truck crash in Bangkok leaves motorcyclist injured
A pickup truck driver caused a serious accident by recklessly attempting to cross a median, resulting in a collision with a motorbike and severely injuring the rider. The incident occurred on Kanlapaphruek Road in Bangkok. A pickup truck was seen climbing the central median on Kanlapaphruek Road, near a PTT petrol station in Chom Thong district yesterday. The erratic driving…
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Politics News
Fate of digital wallet scheme unclear after Srettha’s departure
The future of the 10,000 baht digital wallet scheme has become unclear after the departure of former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. The Pheu Thai Party secretary-general insisted that it would continue, while the former deputy finance minister expressed doubts. The Constitutional Court, yesterday, August 14, removed former PM Srettha from office following a serious violation of political ethics. The former…
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Politics News
Thai MPs call for new constitution after PM Srettha’s removal
Parit Wacharasindhu, a Member of Parliament from the People’s Party, voiced concerns yesterday following the Constitutional Court’s decision to remove Srettha Thavisin from the position of Thai Prime Minister. Parit stated his party’s disagreement with the ruling, highlighting that while political leaders should uphold ethics and integrity, the interpretation of ethics is subjective. He argued that ethical matters should be…
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Thailand News
Retired officer found dead after gunshot in Ang Thong home
A 75 year old retired police officer was found dead in his bedroom after his wife heard a gunshot. The tragic incident occurred in Wiset Chai Chan, Ang Thong province, shedding light on his struggles with depression and Parkinson’s disease. Police Lieutenant Colonel Pairoj Choomanee from Wiset Chai Chan Police Station reported that the incident happened yesterday, August 14, at 7.30pm.…
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Thailand News
GMM Music partners with Warner Music Asia in massive deal
GMM Music announced a strategic investment partnership with Warner Music Asia (WMA), one of the world’s leading music industry giants. WMA will invest 370 million baht in cash and provide a minimum guarantee payment of 315 million baht to accelerate GMM Music’s growth and expand the Thai music industry, the largest in Southeast Asia, to a global market. Chief Executive Officer…
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Bangkok News
Undercover police shoot man dead in Bangkok alley
A man was shot dead in a Bangkok alley by undercover police, raising questions from the deceased’s brother about the necessity of the force used. The incident took place at 1.30am today, August 15, within Soi Narathiwat Ratchanakarin 1, Suriyawong, Bang Rak district. Police Lieutenant Colonel Saknarind Trasukupap from Bang Rak Police Station received the emergency call about the fatal…
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Thailand News
Thailand’s Pheu Thai pushes casino legalisation despite resistance
Pheu Thai, the governing party in Thailand, remains confident in its ability to persuade its coalition partner, Bhumjaithai Party, to support the legalisation of casinos, despite Bhumjaithai’s recent opposition. The bill, championed by Pheu Thai, aims to legalise casinos as part of a larger initiative to create regional entertainment complexes to attract investment. Hours before his removal as prime minister…
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Thailand News
Chiang Mai baht bus driver condemned for kicking locals off for foreigners
A Thai woman took to social media to condemn the wrongful behaviour of a baht bus driver in Chiang Mai after the driver kicked her off the vehicle to accommodate a group of foreigners. However, the foreigners declined the driver’s service. The 63 year old victim, Sri, shared the baht bus incident in a Facebook group, @ChiangMai, on August 13.…
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Road deaths
Truck’s load topples, crushing car but driver survives in Thailand
A dramatic incident unfolded when a truck carrying large bales of compressed cardboard toppled its load while navigating a curve, crushing a Nissan car driving alongside. The female driver miraculously survived with minor injuries. Police Lieutenant Patcharapol Pholto from the Mueang Samut Sakhon Police Station yesterday, August 14, received a report of a truck accident involving large bales of compressed…
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Thailand News
Unusual banana tree in Ratchaburi sparks hope for good fortune
Residents of Pak Tho in Ratchaburi are buzzing with excitement after discovering an unusual banana tree with a blossom sprouting from its stem, leading many to believe it could bring them luck. Locals have flocked to the site, tying colourful ribbons and lighting incense to seek fortune. Residents in the Pak Tho district of Ratchaburi province yesterday, August 14, reported…
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Crime News
Thai man granted bail after shooting father during confrontation
A Thai man was granted bail after shooting his father during a confrontation. The incident occurred when the son turned himself into the police. The police plan to question the father about the event. Police granted bail to 32 year old Pavinyoh after he turned himself in following a shooting incident involving his father, 53 year old Chalao. The altercation…
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Crime News
Healthcare professional dies after severe abdominal pain in Chanthaburi
A healthcare professional from Chanthaburi passed away after being admitted to ICU following severe abdominal pain. The incident unfolded as details emerged from a close friend, shedding light on the last moments leading to the tragic event. On the evening of August 12, Chaiyaporn, a close friend, and the deceased booked a room in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya. The pair…
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Pattaya News
Two Thai men arrested for stealing motorbike in Chon Buri
Bang Lamung police arrested two Thai men on suspicion of stealing a motorbike. At 6pm yesterday, August 15, police raided a house in the Nong Yai 14 area of the Nongprue sub-district, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province. This operation was initiated after a 40 year old man reported his grey-red Honda Wave 125 motorcycle stolen around 4.08pm on August…
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Crime News
Father accused of stealing palm fruit by own son amid land dispute
A father, deeply hurt, finds himself accused by his son of stealing palm fruit that he had planted and nurtured himself. This dramatic family dispute has unfolded over land that has been in the father’s possession for nearly 40 years. Somjet, a 73 year old man, and Adul, a 46 year old man, were accused by Somjet’s third son of…
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Crime News
Man arrested for selling illegal gun after canal disposal attempt
Police apprehended a man selling illegal firearms after he attempted to dispose of the weapon in a canal. The 36 year old suspect confessed to the crime, citing financial difficulties as his motive for selling the gun. Yesterday, August 14, several high-ranking officers, including Police Lieutenant General Thiti Saengsawang and Police Major General Noppasil Phoonsawas, led the operation to arrest…
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Politics News
Thai politics in Cabinet fever as PM race heats up, 7 candidates
Following the removal of former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, several media outlets are closely watching the selection of the next PM and the formation of the new Cabinet with seven potential candidates from five coalition government parties. According to Section 159 of the Constitution, the appointment of the PM of Thailand involves five conditions: The House of Representatives must appoint…
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