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Property
Crypto moves in: How digital assets are rewriting Thailand’s real estate playbook
The conversation around cryptocurrency and property in Thailand is shifting fast. What began as a fringe curiosity among early adopters has now moved into mainstream development boardrooms, where digital assets are being discussed not as a future concept, but as an emerging transactional reality. At last week’s The C9 Sessions – Phuket Real Estate Forum 2025, the sentiment was clear:…
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Thai Law News
Thailand pushes anti-discrimination bill to promote equality
Thailand’s Justice Ministry is advancing its proposals for an anti-discrimination bill aimed at promoting equality nationwide. The ministry joined the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth) and the People’s Movement to Eliminate Discrimination (MovED) at a recent forum to discuss the draft law. Justice Minister Pol Lt Gen Rutthapon Naowarat said supports the country’s constitution and the Universal Declaration of Human…
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News
Govt halts water and power bills, rolls out 9,000 baht flood aid
HAT YAI – Southern Thailand continues to grapple with severe flooding. However, the government is rolling out financial relief and utility support to help families stay afloat both literally and financially. Paradorn Prisnanantakul, a minister working directly under the Prime Minister’s Office, said authorities have now told the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) and the Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) to pause…
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Thailand News
Thai woman seeks public help to find missing British husband in Udon Thani
A Thai woman in Udon Thani appealed to the public for help in locating her British husband, who has been missing since the Loy Krathong Festival in early November. The 56 year old woman, Phavika Hutchinsan, filed a missing person report at Mueang Udon Thani Police Station at 1.30pm yesterday, December 1. Her 60 year old British husband’s name was…
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Thailand News
Thai food blogger wins lottery after buying same number for 5 years
A popular Thai food blogger finally struck luck after buying the same lottery number, 22, for more than five years. He did not disclose the exact prize amount, but his winnings were estimated to exceed 400,000 baht based on the number of tickets he purchased. The blogger, widely known as Plao Cooking, has over 15 million followers on Facebook and…
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Thailand video news
Thailand video news | Bangkok braces for rising PM2.5 levels, Siam Paragon celebrates 20 years with grand showcase of art, design, and imagination
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay cover standout stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. Highlights include Bangkok’s worsening air quality as smog season begins, unusual theft incidents involving a foreign woman and several Hat Yai residents, and later, a bizarre squatting case featuring a woman making strange conspiracy claims against the homeowner. Bangkok Braces for Rising PM2.5…
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Food
French cheese, Italian wine, and warm conversations when dining at The St. Regis
At VIU, the signature restaurant of The St. Regis Bangkok, luxury dining takes on a refreshingly different tone. The setting may be elegant, but the atmosphere leans far from the formalities often associated with five-star dining. Instead, guests are invited into a space that feels more like an evening among friends and family, where conversation flows as easily as the…
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Thailand News
Lawyer association president shoots motorcyclist in Nonthaburi road dispute
A lawyer association president shot a motorcyclist during a road-rage confrontation in Nonthaburi yesterday, December 1, claiming he acted out of anger after being insulted. Police and rescue workers from Ruam Katanyu Foundaton arrived at Bang Plu Intersection on Rattanathibet Road at around 9am, where they found 36 year old Bordin sitting beside his silver-bronze Honda CB500X with a gunshot…
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Thailand News
Phrae school seizes student’s jacket in 9°C weather
A school in Phrae province is under fire after a teacher seized a student’s winter jacket for violating the school’s dress code during cold weather. A concerned relative brought the incident to public attention, sharing the incident on Facebook yesterday, December 1. The student, from Wiang Ta Subdistrict in Long district, borrowed and wore a grey jacket because her school-issued…
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Thailand News
Bangkok’s PM2.5 smog hits crisis levels in several districts
Bangkok woke up to dangerously high levels of PM2.5 today, December 2, with air quality across all 50 districts hitting the red-zone threshold. Data from the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA) at 6am revealed that smog covered every district in the capital. Gistda recorded the highest PM2.5 reading in Nong Khaem district at 102.5 microgrammes per cubic metre…
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Lifestyle
Inside the workshop of Bangkok’s best tailor: Jesse & Son Tailors
When travellers search for the best tailor in Bangkok, one name continues to stand out: Jesse & Son Tailors. This family-run bespoke tailoring house has built a reputation as one of the most trusted and respected custom suit tailors in Bangkok and Thailand. Located in the heart of Sukhumvit Soi 10, just minutes from BTS Asoke and Nana, Jesse &…
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Thailand News
Thai government denies 1,000-death rumour in southern floods
The Ministry of Public Health updated the flood situation in southern Thailand yesterday, December 1, confirming that the official death toll has risen from 170 to 179 and dismissed rumours claiming fatalities surpassed 1,000. Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Public Health Ministry, Sakda Alapach, addressed the conflicting numbers circulating online, particularly concerning Hat Yai district in Songkhla province, the area…
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Thailand News
Foreign woman wanted for stealing snus from Krabi shop
A foreign woman remains at large after stealing two boxes of snus from a shop at Holiday Beach Walk in the Ao Nang district of Krabi province on Saturday, November 29. Chutchalit Wongwatjanakil, the owner of the snus and kratom shop Term, posted in the Krabi Marketplace Facebook group seeking information about the suspect. He included CCTV images of the…
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Thailand News
Thai man surrenders after firing shots during Hat Yai flood rescue
A Thai man surrendered to police after firing gunshots while a rescuer passed by on a jet ski during the flood crisis in Songkhla, claiming he fired the shots only to signal for help. Rescue teams from across Thailand travelled to Hat Yai district of Songkhla to assist residents trapped at home and distribute food and supplies during the severe…
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Lifestyle
Perfect Tailor BKK: Best tailor in Bangkok and one of the best in Thailand
If you’re searching for the best tailor in Bangkok and one of the best in Thailand, look no further than Perfect Tailor BKK. Located on Sukhumvit Soi 45, this refined boutique has become a go-to destination for locals, expats, and international visitors who understand that true style begins with the perfect fit. Formerly located in the iconic Pathum Wan Area…
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Bangkok News
Thai squatter accuses homeowner of stealing her identity to purchase his house
A Thai woman allegedly occupied a man’s house for five months and later claimed ownership of the property, accusing the homeowner of stealing her mobile phone to complete the house purchase and other financial transactions. The victim, an animator who requested anonymity, shared videos of the incident on his Facebook page, Left Right, showing the moment he called police to…
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Thailand News
17 year old girl flees attempted rape by father’s friend in Rayong
A 17 year old girl contacted news agencies, fearing the police would ignore her case, after her father’s friend attempted to rape her at a house in Rayong province. The victim contacted several news agencies yesterday, November 30, to share her story and urged the media to publicise the case. The precise date and time of the incident were not…
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Environment News
Air quality reaches unsafe status as PM2.5 levels spike
Bangkok and 47 other provinces have reported hazardous air quality status as ultrafine particulate matter (PM2.5) has risen in the past 24 hours, according to researchers. The government considers the PM2.5 level of 37.5 microgrammes per cubic metre (µg/m³) to be the safe limit. As of 3pm yesterday, November 30, the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda) reported that levels…
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Thailand News
16 year old schoolgirl blames depression for slashing classmate’s face
A 16 year old schoolgirl slashed her classmate’s face with a Stanley knife in Loei province on Friday, November 28, allegedly blaming depression for the attack. The victim’s mother, 41 year old Kanoknipa, contacted the media to seek justice for her daughter, 16 year old Da. She said her daughter was a well-behaved student and a scholarship recipient, adding that…
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Travel Guides
Cheap flights in Thailand you can find this Christmas and New Year’s holiday
As the festive season approaches, Thailand’s airports start buzzing with flight activity. Whether you’re planning a domestic beach escape or a long-haul adventure abroad, finding a cheap flight during Christmas and New Year’s is no small feat. With high demand, prices spike quickly, and the best deals are often snapped up months in advance. But if you’re just starting your…
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Thailand News
Thai mother and 2 children die embracing in Samut Sakhon building fire
A Thai mother and her two young children were found dead, embracing each other, after a fire tore through a four-storey building in Samut Sakhon yesterday, November 30. Krathum Baen Police Station received a report of the blaze at 12.50pm and quickly coordinated with firefighters from Om Noi City Municipality, Suan Luang Subdistrict Municipality, Tha Mai Subdistrict Administrative Organisation and…
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Bangkok News
Queen Suthida runs half marathon with Eliud Kipchoge in Bangkok
Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana joined thousands of runners yesterday, November 30, at the Amazing Thailand Marathon Bangkok 2025, where she ran alongside Kenyan marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge. This year marks the eighth edition of the event, held at Pathumwan Princess Hotel and Sanam Luang. More than 50,000 runners from around the world registered to take part. The marathon was…
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Events
Siam Paragon marks 20th anniversary with ‘A Journey of Extraordinary Dreams’
Siam Paragon, a global landmark destination that also ranks among the world’s most highly regarded and loved by visitors, continues to lead in delivering exceptional experiences that surpass expectations. This year, the iconic destination is hosting Siam Paragon 20th Anniversary: A Journey of Extraordinary Dreams, transforming every corner into a vibrant kingdom of happiness, featuring continuous entertainment, special performances, and spectacular…
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Thailand News
6 Hat Yai men arrested for stealing beer from container train amid floods
Police yesterday, November 30, arrested six suspects for stealing beer from a container train at Hat Yai Train Station during the ongoing flood crisis in Songkhla. Officers are still searching for the ringleader and additional suspects. Videos showing several Thai men removing crates of beer from four railway containers and carrying them away went viral on Thai social media on…
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Thailand video news
Thailand video news | Thailand’s flood crisis claims 162 lives, Airports of Thailand reports revenue growth as passenger traffic surges
In Thailand Video News, Alex and Jay cover key stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. Today’s headlines include the devastating floods in the South and the ongoing relief efforts, upcoming changes to mobile banking in early 2026, and a surge in airline travel to Thailand. Thailand’s Flood Crisis Claims 162 Lives as Relief Operations Expand Flooding across Thailand has…
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Thailand News
Government confirms 65 deaths in Songkhla floods amid conflicting reports
The Ministry of Public Health announced yesterday, November 30, that 170 people died in the severe flooding across southern Thailand, including 65 deaths in Songkhla province. The figure conflicts with reports from police and rescuers, who claimed that more than 100 bodies were found in Hat Yai district alone. According to the ministry, 170 deaths and 102 injuries were recorded…
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Property News
Taking on Thailand: How Bartels is redefining neighbourhood places through food and community
When Nicolai Bartels stepped onto the stage at this year’s C9 Sessions – Phuket Real Estate Forum 2025, he didn’t present slides, charts, or market forecasts. Instead, he offered something far more valuable: a blueprint for how a food-driven, neighbourhood-centric brand can scale across Thailand by prioritising community, routine, and authenticity over traditional real estate logic. Bartels arrived in Thailand…
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Thailand News
Frenchman arrested for stealing from luxury villa on Koh Samui
Police arrested a Frenchman at a luxury villa on Koh Samui in Surat Thani province on Thursday, November 27, after he stole assets worth more than 240,000 baht from a Thai man. The Thai victim, whose name was not disclosed, filed a complaint with Bor Phut Police Station after discovering that several valuables had gone missing from his villa. Officers…
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Business News
Public opinion regarding casino legalisation across Thailand
Thailand prohibits most games for real money under the 1935 Gambling Act B.E. 2478. In 2025 the government proposed a new law called the Entertainment Complex Bill to allow casinos inside regulated entertainment complexes. That idea stirred a big debate across the country. In Norway and other Scandinavian countries, gambling is legal and generates revenue for the state. Other countries…
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Pattaya News
Crackdown on illegal alcohol sales at Pattaya Fireworks Festival
Banglamung District officials conducted a late-night operation on Pattaya Beach, targeting vendors illegally selling alcoholic beverages in a restricted area during the Pattaya International Fireworks Festival 2025. The focus was to curb the distribution of illegal alcohol at the event. Yesterday, on November 29, at approximately 10.16pm, Patcharapat Sritanyanon, the Chief District Officer of Banglamung, instructed Tharit Chanchareun, a senior…
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Thailand News
Woman found dead in Khlong Yai River at Thai-Cambodia border
A deceased woman was discovered floating in the Khlong Yai River, on the Thai-Cambodian border in Chanthaburi province. The police are investigating and awaiting autopsy results, suspecting she might have been a Cambodian migrant attempting illegal entry. Today, on November 30, Police Sub-Lieutenant Wanlop Phunphol from the Pong Nam Ron Police Station was alerted by the radio centre about an…
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Thailand News
NBTC waives phone and internet charges amid Hat Yai floods
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has directed mobile service providers to waive charges for phone calls, internet, and Wi-Fi for residents in Hat Yai during the flooding. As of now, approximately 85% of all communication signals in the affected area have been successfully restored, with Thaicom’s satellite services stepping in to strengthen coverage and provide additional support to…
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Thailand News
Thailand climbs to 17th in climate risk index amid extreme weather
Thailand is now ranked 17th in the latest Climate Risk Index (CRI) for nations most vulnerable to extreme weather, as per Germanwatch. The Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCCE) has responded by advancing early-warning system upgrades and pursuing a cohesive resilience strategy. Phirun Saiyasitpanich, director-general of the DCCE, disclosed the 2026 index on Saturday. He noted that Thailand’s position…
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Thailand News
Community mourns sudden death of journalist Nattawut Ponglanka
The sudden passing of well-known journalist and news anchor, Nattawut Ponglanka, has left the community in shock. Ice Sarawat, a prominent news presenter who had recently co-hosted Phutta Talk with Nattawut, expressed deep sorrow over the loss. In a heartfelt social media post, Ice shared his condolences, emphasising the unexpected nature of the tragedy. Nattawut Ponglanka, 35 years old, was…
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Phuket News
British tourist drowns at Phuket’s Freedom Beach
A 37 year old British tourist tragically drowned while swimming at Freedom Beach in Phuket late yesterday morning, November 29, as confirmed by Patong Police. The incident was reported at approximately 12.30pm, after beach guards were unable to revive the victim, identified as Jason Mark Lambert. Lambert had been visiting Phuket on holiday with his family since November 19 and…
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Thailand News
Thai police arrest six over scam falsely claiming Trump’s backing
Thai police have taken into custody six individuals accused of orchestrating an elaborate investment scam that falsely claimed to be endorsed by US President Donald Trump. The scheme promised extraordinarily high returns, advertising payouts of up to 20 times the original amount invested, which drew in several victims who believed the operation carried legitimate backing. Police Major General Thatphum Jarupat,…
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Thailand News
Suspect arrested with over 200,000 meth pills in Thailand
The Narcotics Suppression Bureau (NSB) Unit 24 has apprehended a suspect in connection with the possession of over 200,000 methamphetamine pills. The arrest followed the discovery of a suspicious bag abandoned at a road sign. The suspect later confessed to plans of transporting the drugs to inner regions. Yesterday, on November 29, the Thai Army, through the 2nd Army Region…
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