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Guides
The finest French restaurants in Bangkok for a taste of Paris
Bangkok is known for its diverse and delectable food scene. It offers a smorgasbord of flavours from every corner of the world. And amidst the fragrant Thai street food stalls and the sizzling woks, you’ll find a handful of outstanding French restaurants that transport you straight to the boulevards of Paris with just one bite. The fusion of French culinary…
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Tourism News
TAT expects Phuket to generate at least 4.5 billion baht during Songkran
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects Phuket to generate at least 4.5 billion baht during the Songkran Festival, with over 200,000 tourists expected to visit the island province. The director of TAT’s Phuket Office, Lertchai Wangtrakundee, stated that 84% of hotel rooms have already been booked from April 13 to April 16. Additionally, 258 international flights with 48,302 passengers…
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Cannabis
Cannabis 101: cannabis for beginners
Welcome, beginners, to Cannabis 101, where we start a fun and easy-to-understand trip to learn about the amazing world of cannabis. With its long history, many uses, different types, and various ways to enjoy it, there’s a lot to find out about this helpful plant. If you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, you’re in the right place!…
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Thailand News
Pepsi Thailand introduces bottles made from 100% recycled plastic
Suntory PepsiCo Beverage (Thailand) will switch to 100% recycled plastic for its 550ml Pepsi bottles, expected to enter the market later this month, under the campaign “Appreciate Fizz: Dare to Change the World.” PepsiCo joined forces with Chulalongkorn University and ENVICCO Co., Ltd. to launch the project, “Pepsi Recycled PET Bottle Campaign.” Pepsi will be the first carbonated drink brand to…
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Phuket News
Phuket Island: A Destination for Fitness, Health, and Wellness
Phuket island in southern Thailand is quickly becoming one of the world’s top destinations for fitness, health, and wellness. Athletes from around the globe are flocking to this tropical paradise to take advantage of its world-class training facilities, stunning natural landscapes, and warm climate. The Thaiger team recently had the opportunity to explore some of the top fitness, health, and…
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Tourism News
Tourism Authority of Thailand pushing for 150,000 Saudi tourists this year
Thailand continues to set new tourism goals. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is now pushing for 150,000 Saudi tourists this year, according to Siripakorn Cheawsamoot, TAT’s deputy governor of Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. The improved diplomatic relations between Thailand and Saudi Arabia have had a very positive impact on Thailand’s tourism sector, Siripakorn said. There…
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Crime News
Fruitless: Tourists they face jail time for bringing fruits to Thailand, govt warns
The Thai government issued a warning to tourists that it would be fruitless to bring fruits into Thailand unless they wanted to go to jail. The Department of Agriculture specifically stated that transporting fresh fruit into Thailand without a phytosanitary certificate could result in a fine of 20,000 baht or a jail sentence of one year. The director-general of the…
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Thailand News
Porsche driver caught using fake registration plate to avoid tollway fees
A 69 year old Porsche driver who has a history of repeated traffic offences was charged by the police. The driver had been using a fake license plate to evade tollway fees on 22 separate occasions. The police took action after receiving a complaint from the legitimate owner of the license plate. Last year, Thailand introduced a new payment system…
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Songkran News
Top Songkran dining spots in Bangkok – April 2023
For those who want to celebrate Songkran in a calmer way, away from the noisy crowds and water fights, we have the perfect solution for you. Enjoy a quiet, indoor place where you can taste delicious food and be happy with your loved ones. As the Thai New Year begins, there is no better way to honor this special time…
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Thailand News
Thai woman fined 5,000 baht for getting boobs out at erotic pre-Songkran party
Police fined a nightclub owner 20,000 baht and a sexy Thai woman 5,000 baht after she got her boobs out and danced erotically at a Songkran party in Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok last week. Several entertainment venues in Bangkok have warmed up for the Thai New Year by hosting pre-Songkran events and parties before the official festival gets underway.…
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Crime News
Bangkok rescue volunteers brawl over territory
It turns out, turf battles happen even among rescue volunteers. Rescue volunteer teams from Ruamkatanyu and Petchkasem foundations brawled over territory on Monday night following a motorcycle accident on Bamrung Road, TV Channel 7 reported. The teams initially attempted to negotiate but the talks turned into an argument, leading to members of both groups attacking each other. More rescuers from both…
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Crime News
Thailand seeks extradition of 3 men suspected of murdering Chinese student
Thailand‘s Deputy Police Chief Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn wants to see the three Chinese nationals suspected of abducting and murdering a Chinese student in Nonthaburi province, before fleeing to China, to be extradited to Thailand to face prosecution. On April 1, the body of 22 year old Thonburi University Student Jin Can was found dumped in a swampy ditch at a…
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World News
Sex traffickers held Southeast Asian women captive in South Korea
Sex traffickers held four Southeast Asian women captive on South Korea‘s Jeju Island. Jeju provincial police said they arrested four subjects who allegedly held the women, The Korean Herald and Asia News Network reported yesterday. The suspects included a Korean bar owner in his 40s, his Chinese wife, and two other accomplices. The suspects were sent to the prosecutor’s office. The victims…
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Crime News
RTP warns public to be vigilant ahead of Songkran after 312 million baht stolen in online scams
The Royal Thai Police (RTP) cautioned the public to be extra vigilant ahead of the Songkran Festival after scammers last week fraudulently stole over 310 million baht in online extortion. The RTP reported over 5,300 fraud cases were reported by victims last week, with most complaints related to online shopping and bank transfer scams. Yesterday, Pol. Lt. Gen. Sompong Chingduang,…
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Cannabis
Growing cannabis in Thailand? Never grow alone with Growland Dispensary and Grow Shop
For any cannabis lover living in or visiting Phuket, Growland Dispensary and Grow Shop on Patak Road is too hard to miss. They’re Phuket’s leading provider of premium flower strains, clones, and edibles. But Growland is more than just a dispensary; it is also a grow shop. For amateur or expert growers, they have all the gear and accessories you…
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Thailand video news
Bangkok Voted No.3 Top Destination for Backpackers 2023 | GMT
https://youtu.be/peBhpclMqS8 Thailand news is abuzz with exciting updates for locals and tourists alike. Bangkok has been voted as the third top destination for backpackers in 2023, and the city is gearing up for the annual Songkran festival celebrations. While a Thai man won 5000 baht for his best outfit at the office’s Songkran party, a senior Buddhist monk has criticized…
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Pattaya News
Police bust Chinese loan shark gang at luxury house in Pattaya
Police busted a gang of Chinese loan sharks yesterday who set up an illegal call centre from a luxury rented house in Pattaya, eastern Thailand, to chase debt from informal loans handed out to customers in China. At 7pm, Chon Buri provincial police raided a two-storey luxury house in Moo 10, Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, after an investigation…
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Thailand News
Tourists or illegal workers? Police raid Pattaya host club and arrest six
Police raided a host club in Pattaya in the early hours of yesterday morning and arrested the manager and five Lao men following a complaint about the employment of illegal workers. Four of the accused Lao men denied they were working at the bar and insisted that they were tourists. Officers from Mueang Pattaya Police Station raided the host club,…
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Northern Thailand News
Cops bust 6 overstayers in northeast Thailand ahead of Songkran
Cops busted six overstayers in northeast Thailand’s Buriram province ahead of the Songkran festival. A crackdown by Immigration Police in Buriram led to the detention of six foreigners for overstaying their visas. The operation took place from March 27 to April 10 and was aimed at preventing and suppressing crime during the Songkran Festival, according to Naewna. Pol. Maj. Gen.…
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Songkran News
Bangkok backpacker haven Khao San Road to close from noon to 8pm for Songkran
Khao San Business Association today announced that the Bangkok backpacker haven will be closed for business between noon and 8pm every day so revellers can enjoy the Songkran celebrations. Businesses, bars and restaurants will reopen as usual straight after the 8pm cut off. Khao San Business Association President Sanga Ruangwattanakul revealed that the closure of Khao San Road, for the…
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Technology News
AI powered technology transforming Thailand hotels
Thailand’s hotel industry is witnessing a significant shift as it embraces artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, reshaping the landscape of luxury accommodations in the country. As hotels seek to enhance guest experiences and streamline their operations, AI-powered systems are being integrated into various aspects of hotel services. This fusion of advanced technology with Thailand’s renowned hospitality is creating a new standard…
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Thai Life
Thai man’s Emerald Buddha Songkran office party outfit is ‘inappropriate,’ monk says
A Thai man won 5000 baht for ‘best outfit’ at his office’s Songkran party in Udon Thani province yesterday, but a senior Buddhist monk says that dressing like the Emerald Buddha is “inappropriate.” The Emerald Buddha is a statue of the historical Buddha in a meditative pose, made out of the semi-precious stone jasper and considered the “sacred palladium of…
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Health
Wellness retreat Phuket: Our top 5 picks
Embarking on a journey to wellness retreats in Phuket is the ultimate way to experience rejuvenation and rediscover inner balance in the picturesque surroundings of Thailand’s largest island. The island’s wellness retreats boast top-notch facilities and personalized programs that cater to the unique needs of each guest, offering a sanctuary for holistic healing and well-being which is a much-needed escape…
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Thailand News
Man sets fire to wife’s house and threatens to kill her family
A Thai man driven by jealousy, set fire to the house of his wife in Nakhon Pathom province near Bangkok after she left him and travelled to another province with her family. The man also allegedly threatened to kill his family and carried a gun with him at all times. The wife’s brother, a 35 year old man named Wanlop…
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Food
Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Bangkok
The vibrant metropolis of Bangkok is renowned for its myriad of tantalizing tastes and extraordinary culinary adventures, offering an extensive array of cuisines to satisfy every preference. Recently, there has been a notable rise in the allure of Vietnamese cuisine, owing to its remarkable harmony of flavours, textures, and fragrances. Reflecting a distinctive fusion of French, Chinese, and Southeast Asian…
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Guides
Top websites to master the workforce skills of 2023
As the world progresses towards a more technologically advanced future, the demand for skills in the workforce continues to change. By 2023, it is predicted that the most sought-after skills will include data analysis, artificial intelligence, and soft skills such as communication and collaboration. To stay ahead in your career, it is essential to invest time and effort into learning…
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Health
Thailand’s hot springs: Hydrotherapy wonders
Thailand is renowned for its abundant mineral-rich hot springs, which have been enjoyed by locals and tourists alike for centuries. Hydrotherapy has a long and fascinating history in Thailand, dating thousands of years back to when hot springs were first discovered and used for their therapeutic properties. Hot springs, which are naturally occurring geothermal features that can be found throughout…
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Crime News
RTA suspends AWOL sergeant major turned cyberpunk after hacking 55 million Thais’ personal data
The sergeant major turned cyberpunk who was accused of hacking the personal data of 55 million Thais has been suspended by the Royal Thai Army (RTA). Police on Friday reported that the suspect and his wife were detained and questioned about the alleged crime, but the couple has since disappeared. Maj. Gen. Sirichan Ngathong, the deputy spokesperson, stated that “SM2…
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Cannabis
Medical cannabis vs traditional treatments
For centuries, people have been seeking ways to alleviate pain and manage various health conditions. While traditional treatments have undoubtedly played a critical role in the evolution of medicine, the world has recently witnessed a resurgence in the utilization of alternative therapies. Among these, medical cannabis has become an increasingly popular option. In this article, we will dive into the…
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Northern Thailand News
Police bust gang of thieves targetting foreigners in northeast Thailand
Police announced the results of their investigation into a gang of thieves targetting foreigners with families all over the Isaan region this afternoon in front of the Provincial Police Region 3 Headquarters in Nakhon Ratchasima province in northeast Thailand. Police seized stolen assets worth an accumulative 3 million baht. The gang found its victims by sitting in shopping malls around…
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Thailand News
Repeat offender arrested in Bangkok after drugging woman, swindling over 1 million baht
The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau arrested a Thai man at a shopping mall in the Sukhumvit neighbourhood of Bangkok yesterday after he allegedly drugged and swindled over 1 million baht from a woman. He was twice arrested on the same charge last year. The scammer, 32 year old Phachara Ninjiasakun, was arrested inside the shopping mall following a complaint made…
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Food
International cuisine tour in Bangkok
International cuisine in Bangkok takes centre stage as the dynamic and lively capital of Thailand showcases its culinary prowess. With a rich tapestry of captivating temples and bustling street markets, Bangkok offers a wealth of gastronomic adventures for epicureans to indulge in a diverse collection of dishes from every corner of the globe. So, buckle up and join us on…
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Technology News
EV Cars: Reshaping Thailand’s automotive workforce
The rise of the EV car market has been making waves in the global automotive industry, and its impact has been notably significant in Thailand, a major player in the global automotive market. Thailand’s automotive sector is one of the most important pillars of its economy, contributing significantly to the country’s GDP and employment. As the largest automobile producer in Southeast…
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Thailand News
Unveiling the dark side of sex doll collecting: Thai man’s spooky encounters with his new doll
A Thai sex doll collector took to Facebook to share some spooky stories that would not look out of place in a horror movie after he bought a new doll from a stranger online. The man, who runs a Facebook page called the Imaginary Diary of a Drink Vendor (ไดอารี่สุดกาวของพ่อค้าร้านน้ำ), believes the sex doll he bought is haunted by a…
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Property
Step into opulence with a virtual tour of luxury condos in Bangkok
Bangkok, the vibrant capital city of Thailand, has long been an enticing destination for travellers and expats alike. The city’s skyline is ever-evolving, with a growing number of luxury condo Bangkok developments reshaping the landscape. These upscale residences offer an unparalleled combination of sophistication, comfort, and world-class amenities. Let’s embark on a virtual tour of some of the most luxurious…
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World News
Brazilian teen faces death by firing squad for smuggling cocaine into Bali
Prosecutors demanded death by firing squad last week for a Brazilian teenager who was caught with 3 kilogrammes of cocaine in her luggage upon arrival in Bali, Indonesia, in January. According to Newsflash, prosecutors want to see 19 year old Manuela Vitoria de Araujo Farias executed by a firing squad for her crimes if found guilty, which is the maximum…
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Environment News
Chiang Mai residents sue govt over perpetual air pollution crisis
Residents in Chiang Mai are suing the Government of Thailand for years of neglect in failing to tackle the region’s perpetual air pollution problem. Yesterday, about 1,700 Chiang Mai residents filed a lawsuit in the Administrative Court against Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and two state agencies for their failure to address the annual dense smog that blankets the region. The…
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