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Politics News
Thaksin begins 1 year sentence at Bangkok’s Klong Prem Prison
Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has officially begun serving his one-year prison sentence at Klong Prem Central Prison in Bangkok following a Supreme Court ruling. The 76 year old billionaire was initially committed to Bangkok Remand Prison in Chatuchak district before his transfer. Yesterday evening, September 9, Thaksin was moved to Klong Prem after completing admission procedures at the remand…
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Bangkok News
2 Chinese and 11 Burmese arrested in Bangkok e-cigarettes factory raid
Police arrested two Chinese nationals and 11 Burmese nationals for turning a warehouse in Bangkok into an illegal factory producing e-cigarettes. Officers seized 60,000 illicit products along with equipment used in vape production. Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) officers raided the warehouse in the Tha Kham area of Bang Khun Thian district, Bangkok, yesterday. Two Chinese nationals were found at the…
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Bangkok News
Bangkok zookeeper killed in horrific lion attack at Safari World (video)
A zookeeper was attacked and killed by a pack of lions at a Bangkok zoo, as tourists witnessed the incident and tried to intervene to save him. The shocking attack lasted approximately 15 minutes, with visitors attempting to intervene by honking car horns and shouting to distract the animals. According to Colonel Dr. Thawatchai Kanchanarin, a former professor and surgeon…
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Bangkok News
BTS monthly packages return amid uncertain 20-baht flat fare policy
The Bangkok Mass Transit System (BTS Skytrain) is reinstating its travel packages, allowing passengers to purchase monthly fares at discounted rates from tomorrow, September 11. BTS previously offered travel packages which enabled passengers to purchase between 15 and 35 trips per month, which had to be used within that month. These packages allowed for cheaper travel compared to standard fares.…
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Bangkok News
Bangkok warns of rabies outbreak in multiple districts
Bangkok officials have issued a rabies warning in multiple districts after several animals tested positive, urging residents to avoid stray animals and stay alert. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s Public Health Veterinary Office has identified a 5-kilometre alert zone around Soi Chaloem Prakiat Rama 9 Soi 49, Chaloem Prakiat Rama 9 Road in Nong Bon subdistrict, Prawet district, Bangkok. Residents and…
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Pattaya News
Giant python captured after terrorising Pattaya footpath
Officers in Pattaya captured a giant python on a city footpath after reports from locals and tourists, ensuring public safety and relocating the snake. At around 9am on Monday, September 8, Pattaya City Radio Centre received a report from concerned citizens about a large snake on the pathway. Officers from the Pattaya City Disaster Prevention Department were quickly dispatched to…
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Politics News
China hails Anutin election, pledges closer ties with Thailand
China has congratulated Anutin Charnvirakul on his election as Thailand’s new prime minister, signalling its readiness to strengthen strategic and economic cooperation. A spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said Beijing aims to “carry forward traditional friendship, deepen practical cooperation, and contribute to peace, stability and prosperity in the region.” The announcement highlights the close relationship between the two countries,…
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Thailand News
Thai singer fined 1,000 baht for ‘Sox on Cox’ performance in Nonthaburi restaurant
A Thai singer faces a fine of 1,000 baht after his “Sox on Cox” performance at a restaurant in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) The restaurant’s Facebook page, ร้านมากันใหญ่, shared a video of the band NEGATIVE’s performance yesterday, with the caption… “Last night, NEGATIVE unlocked the heat! After…
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Thailand video news
Thailand video news | Advocates push for balanced, unified cannabis law in Thailand, MRT station flooded after construction fault
In Thailand video news, Alex covers news stories from across Thailand. The stories include the prison sentence handed down to one of Thailand’s most influential political figures, a new movement calling for a unified cannabis law in Thailand, and serious flooding news from Bangkok and beyond. Thaksin Ordered to Serve One-Year Term After Fake Hospital Stay Thailand’s Supreme Court has…
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Phuket News
Phuket stages full-scale fire drill to boost city safety
Phuket officials are preparing a full-scale fire drill at City Hall to train government agencies, volunteers, and the public in emergency response and safety. The exercise will see government agencies, volunteers, and private-sector partners join forces to simulate disaster response and enhance fire safety knowledge across the province. The drill is scheduled for today, September 10, at 1.30pm, with the…
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Cannabis News
Hong Kong Customs seize 6kg of cannabis from Thailand flight
Hong Kong Customs seized 6 kilograms of suspected cannabis from a passenger arriving from Bangkok, leading to an arrest and trafficking charges. Cannabis buds valued at approximately HK$1.3 million (approximately 5.98 million Thai baht) were confiscated at Hong Kong International Airport. The seizure followed the arrival of a 23 year old female passenger from Bangkok. During routine customs clearance, officers…
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Thailand News
Chiang Mai pickup crash topples 24 power poles and kills 1 victim
A contestant from The Voice Thailand lost his life in a pickup crash on Nong Hor Road in Chiang Mai, which also damaged 24 electricity poles and caused a power outage in the area yesterday. A dash camera from another vehicle travelling on Nong Hor Road in the Chang Phueak district of Chiang Mai captured the shocking incident, which occurred…
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Bangkok News
BBC crew nearly arrested while filming Thailand documentary
A British TV presenter nearly faced arrest while filming a BBC documentary in Thailand exploring the country’s popular tourist spots and hidden dangers. Zara McDermott has revealed the terrifying moment she nearly got arrested in Thailand while filming her upcoming BBC documentary, Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise. The former Love Island star spoke about the ordeal at a London…
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Aviation News
Thai AirAsia X launches Bangkok-Almaty flights from December
Thai AirAsia X is taking off into Central Asia with a new direct route from Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport to Almaty, Kazakhstan, offering promotional fares starting at 6,690 baht. The airline’s first venture into the region aims to attract Thai travellers seeking visa-free trips, unique culture, and breathtaking natural scenery in a consistently cool climate. The service will operate four…
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Destination Guide
Boutique living in Bang Tao: Why low-density homes matter more than ever
Phuket has always had a way of reinventing itself. From being a backpacker’s stop in the 90s to a luxury escape in the 2000s, the island keeps adapting to people who come looking for their own version of tropical paradise. But anyone who has spent more than a few days here knows that rapid development has left its mark. Condominiums…
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Thailand Weather Updates
More heavy rain and flash floods from monsoon to drench Thailand
Thailand faces widespread thunderstorms and heavy rain as the monsoon affects multiple regions, prompting warnings of flash floods and strong coastal waves. The Meteorological Department (TMD) warns residents to prepare for flash floods and water accumulation, particularly in low-lying areas and near foothills. Mariners are advised to navigate with caution, especially in areas prone to thundershowers, as waves in the…
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Business News
Why Thailand’s eSports went mobile first
Thailand’s eSports map flipped faster than a lobby countdown. Once, PC cafés set the meta with MOBA marathons and tactical shooters. Now, queues form on buses and in food courts, where phones run full tournaments and scrims between classes or shifts. The shift wasn’t only about specs. It was about rhythm. Daily life in Bangkok and provincial hubs rewards short,…
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Thailand News
Thai mother violently punishes 13 year old son for raping younger half-sister
A Thai mother in the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima violently punished her 13 year old son for repeatedly raping his eight year old half-sister. The shocking and distressing incident came to light after the 13 year old boy escaped from his home to seek help from a community leader last night, September 8. His body was covered with severe,…
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Phuket News
Foreign couple survives unharmed after SUV crashes into Phuket sea
A foreign couple miraculously escaped unharmed after driving their SUV into the sea at a yacht marina in Phuket on Sunday, September 7. Footage of the incident went viral on Thai social media after being shared in several boat operator chat groups in Phuket. Multiple Facebook news pages later reposted the clip today. The video caption read… “A foreign couple…
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Thailand News
Thailand’s suicide rate climbs, foreigners among growing toll
Thailand’s suicide rate has reached a concerning level, with over 5,200 lives lost to suicide last year, equating to about two deaths every hour. This makes Thailand the worst in Southeast Asia for suicide rates, far surpassing countries like the Philippines, Cambodia, and Vietnam. In comparison, countries like Russia and India have even worse statistics, with rates in double figures.…
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Thailand News
Thai woman saved from second suicide attempt after romance scam loss
Police and rescuers successfully intervened in the second suicide attempt of a Thai woman in the southern province of Trat yesterday, after she lost nearly 90,000 baht to a romance scam. The woman, 58 year old Amornrat, locked herself in her bedroom on the second floor of her home in Bang Phra sub-district. Her sister-in-law contacted Mueang Trat Police Station…
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Aviation News
Storm chaos: Cathay Pacific cancels 20 flights including to Bangkok
Cathay Pacific faced significant disruptions yesterday as Storm Tapah wreaked havoc across Asia, forcing the airline to cancel 20 flights on key routes spanning China, Singapore, Thailand, Japan, and beyond. Thousands of passengers were left stranded yesterday, September 8, at major airports, including those in Osaka, Beijing, Bangkok, and Seoul. Storm Tapah, which has intensified over the South China Sea,…
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Pattaya News
Cambodian man gang attacked for recording sex with young girl in Pattaya
A Cambodian man suffered from a gang attack after he was caught secretly recording a sexual activity with a 16 year old Thai girl at a love hotel in Pattaya. The 36 year old Cambodian man, Sarun Ken, told police in Pattaya that four or five men had attacked him in the Soi Sophon in the central Pattaya at about…
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Politics News
People’s Party MP sentenced to 4 years for lese majeste, appeals
A People’s Party MP has been sentenced to over two years in prison for lese majeste, with the court ruling she violated laws regarding defamation of the monarchy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) Chonthicha Jangrew, a People’s Party MP for Pathum Thani, has been handed a prison sentence of two years…
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Thailand News
2-metre crocodile spotted on road amid Rayong flood crisis
Residents in Nikhom Phatthana district in the eastern province of Rayong are living in fear after a two-metre crocodile was spotted on a road yesterday night, after floodwater had reduced. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) Several areas of Rayong have been affected by flash flooding due to persistent rainfall over the past…
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Hua Hin News
Hua Hin scoops clean air award at ASEAN environment summit
Hua Hin has been recognised for its clean air efforts, receiving the prestigious Clean Air for Small Cities award at the ASEAN level. The accolade puts the city on the map alongside Nakhon Si Thammarat and Pak Kret, both of which also received top environmental recognitions. Atichat Chaisri, Deputy Mayor of Prachuap Khiri Khan, attended the 18th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting…
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Pattaya News
Pattaya police escort mother and child home after begging incident
Pattaya residents reported spotting a mother and her child soliciting money from tourists in front of a 7-Eleven on Pattaya Third Road. Responding swiftly to complaints, Pattaya police and city enforcement officers approached the pair, engaging in a conversation that led to a peaceful resolution. The mother and child were persuaded to leave the area, and officials ensured they were…
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Thailand News
Suspicious van packed with explosives found near Thai-Myanmar border
Police discovered 119 sticks of explosives in a van parked near a shopping mall in the northern province of Chiang Rai on Sunday, September 7. The vehicle is reported to have been parked there for more than six months. Officers from Mae Sai Police Station, together with administrative officials and soldiers from the Pha Muang Task Force, received a report…
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Phuket News
Scholarships awarded to 119 disabled children in Phuket
A total of 119 children with disabilities in Phuket received scholarships to support their education and personal development, aimed at fostering inclusion and opportunity. The ceremony, held yesterday, September 8, at Phibun Sawatdi Municipality School, was organised by the Khun Phum Foundation in collaboration with the Phuket Special Education Centre. Governor Sophon Suwannarat attended the event alongside representatives from the…
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Politics News
Thaksin ordered to serve 1 year in prison for hospital stay scandal
Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been ordered to serve one year in prison after the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions ruled on the controversial case surrounding his stay at the Police General Hospital (PGH). The ruling follows a lengthy legal battle initiated by former MP Chanchai Issarasenarak, who questioned whether Thaksin’s sentence was properly enforced.…
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Bangkok News
Bound body found weighed down with concrete slab in Bangkok canal
Fish store employees discovered the body of an unidentified man with his arms and legs bound and weighed down with a concrete slab in the Saen Saep Canal in the Min Buri district of Bangkok yesterday, September 8. Officers from Min Buri Police Station examined the body, believed to be that of a man aged between 35 and 40, at…
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Thailand News
Thaiger video news “Supreme Court Verdict Looms Over Thaksin’s Alleged Fake Hospital Stay”, “Majority of Thais Demand Parliament Be Dissolved Now”
Thailand faces a turbulent week as newly appointed Prime Minister Anutin pledges rapid recovery and border stability, while the Supreme Court readies a crucial verdict on Thaksin’s alleged hospital stay. Public impatience grows with calls for immediate parliament dissolution, even as concerns mount over education setbacks, local security incidents, and media ethics. Meanwhile, conservation crackdowns intensify, and the tourism…
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Tourism News
Tourism chiefs demand cash coupons for foreign visitors
Tourism leaders are urging the new minister to launch urgent spending incentives for foreign visitors to boost travel and prepare for the upcoming low season. Ratchaporn Poolsawadee, vice president of the Tourism Council of Thailand, is pushing the new tourism minister to act fast with competitive measures such as travel cash vouchers for international tourists. The proposal mirrors successful programmes…
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Thailand News
17 year old Thai motorcyclist electrocuted on flooded road
A Thai mother is taking legal action against a construction company after her 17 year old son was fatally electrocuted on a flooded road in Samut Prakan province near Bangkok yesterday, September 8. Officers from Mueang Samut Prakan Police Station and a rescue team were called to the scene on Phraekasa Road at about 1am. Sadly, the victim, 17 year old…
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Pattaya News
Tourists stranded as flash floods swamp Pattaya streets
Heavy overnight rain caused flash floods in Pattaya, disrupting traffic and stranding tourists as local officials rushed to inspect and manage the situation. Chon Buri Governor Thawatchai Srithong sprang into action with an emergency inspection of the worst-hit zones after over 50 millimetres of overnight rain swamped the popular resort city. Joined by Bang Lamung District Chief Patcharapat Sritanyanon, Pattaya…
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Politics News
Pheu Thai backtracks on bid to boot Anutin from office
In a dramatic U-turn, the Pheu Thai Party has withdrawn its petition to disqualify Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut over alleged constitutional breaches. House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha confirmed the reversal, stating that the petition had not yet been submitted to the Constitutional Court, allowing for its legal withdrawal. The request was initially submitted…
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Phuket News
Phuket drug suspect shot dead after killing police officer
A Thai drug dealer died in an extrajudicial killing after resisting arrest and fatally shooting a police officer at a rented room in Phuket yesterday, September 8. Officers from the Investigation Sub-division in Phuket had earlier arrested three drug suspects and questioned them until they revealed the identities of more senior dealers in the province. The suspects identified a couple…
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