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Thailand News
Store brothers killed in Chachoengsao bike crash
A devastating road accident in Chachoengsao claimed the lives of two brothers yesterday afternoon, leaving colleagues and bystanders in shock. The fatal collision occurred at around 4.30pm yesterday, July 24, along Highway 3076 near the Rural Roads Office in Khlong Takrao subdistrict. Officers from Tha Takiap Police Station and emergency responders from the Panom Tha Takiap rescue unit rushed to…
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Thailand News
Transport company halts bus services amid flooding in northern Thailand
The Transport Company, also known as Bor Kor Sor, temporarily suspended services on two northern routes due to torrential rainfall and flooding caused by Tropical Storm Wipha. In an announcement on its official Facebook page today, July 25, the company confirmed the temporary suspension of Route 47 (Bangkok–Thung Chang) and Route 910 (Bangkok–Nan), citing severe flooding in Thailand’s northern provinces,…
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Bangkok News
Khlong Toei inferno leaves families homeless in midnight chaos
Panic gripped a Bangkok neighbourhood in the early hours of today as a raging fire tore through the Nong Mai community in Khlong Toei, reducing eight homes to ashes and leaving 15 residents displaced. The blaze broke out at around 1.50am today, July 25, on At Narong Road in the densely packed slum district, where wooden homes are built side-by-side…
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Thailand News
Bangkok to Everest base camp: your ultimate trekking journey
Imagine swapping Bangkok’s hot streets and noisy tuk-tuks for crisp Himalayan air and the sound of avalanches in the distance. If you’ve ever wanted to stand at the foot of the world’s highest mountain, the journey from Bangkok to Everest Base Camp (EBC) makes it surprisingly possible. Thousands of trekkers from Southeast Asia take this route every year – drawn…
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Phuket News
Phuket unshaken by border conflict fears
As artillery fire shakes the Thai–Cambodian border, Phuket officials have stepped forward to squash growing fears that the island’s world-famous tourism is at risk. In a rare bilingual statement issued yesterday, July 24, Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat reassured tourists and locals that the island remains “safe, calm, and completely unaffected” by the ongoing military conflict hundreds of miles away. “Phuket…
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Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
Top digital marketing and SEO agency: Why brands choose Convert Cake
A strong digital presence is a must for any business chasing market share and growth in this day and age. But turning that ambition into tangible results? That takes the right partner. And if you’ve been looking for a top digital marketing agency that can actually execute, you’ve probably experienced how overwhelming it can get. Suddenly, everyone’s promising big wins,…
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Thailand News
Thai-Cambodian clash kills 16, sparks mass evacuation
Explosions echoed across the Thai–Cambodian border for a second day today, as the fiercest fighting in over a decade left at least 16 people dead and forced more than 120,000 to flee their homes. Thai authorities confirmed that 15 people—14 civilians and one soldier—were killed in Thailand, while Cambodia reported one death and five injuries following retaliatory fire from Thai…
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Thailand News
Buriram residents use penis amulets to fend off alleged black magic from Cambodia
Residents living near the Chong Sai Taku Border Checkpoint in the Isaan province of Buriram placed penis-shaped amulets atop bomb shelters, believing the sacred objects can weaken black magic allegedly sent from Cambodia. The Hone Krasae news programme reported yesterday, July 24, that at least 20 explosive devices were dropped in the Ban Kruad district of Buriram. In response, many…
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Bangkok News
Cable crooks busted after blacking out Bangkok Internet
Bangkok police have arrested two men accused of stealing Internet distribution cabinets in a scheme that knocked out online access to hospitals and public offices across the capital, causing more than 10 million baht in damage. The suspects, identified as 43 year old Wirat and 29 year old Jongrak, were nabbed yesterday, July 24, at a house in Soi Kamnan…
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Business News
Thailand taps digital wallet leftovers to fight Trump’s tariffs
The Thai government is rushing to prop up struggling businesses as Washington’s trade crackdown starts hitting closer to home. An anonymous source from Government House revealed that US President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariff policy is expected to severely impact local entrepreneurs. In response, the economic stimulus committee has decided to allocate 42 billion baht—leftover from the digital wallet scheme—to aid…
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Thailand News
5 more bodies recovered after deadly gas station strike
Amid flying shrapnel and live explosives, Thai bomb squads and rescue teams recovered five more bodies from the ruins of a PTT gas station in Sisaket province, after Cambodian shells obliterated a convenience store inside the complex. This brings the death toll to 11. The deadly strike occurred in Ban Phue, Mueang subdistrict of Kantharalak district, as part of escalating…
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Phuket News
Phuket Fortuner thieves busted with GPS jammer
Two women who posed as tourists to steal a Phuket-registered Toyota Fortuner were arrested in Prachuap Khiri Khan after attempting to drive the stolen vehicle across Thailand undetected. The suspects, identified as Supaporn and Khemnan, were intercepted at the Nong Phai Intersection red light on Highway No. 37, in Thap Tai subdistrict, Hua Hin district, following a tip-off from the…
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Thailand News
Border tensions spark allegations of attacks on Thais in Cambodia
A Thai woman living in Cambodia alleged that Cambodian nationals are hunting and attacking Thai people in the country following a border clash yesterday, July 24. The woman shared her account with the Facebook page เจ๊มอย v+ (Jmoi v+), claiming she witnessed a group of Cambodian men assaulting a Thai man near her residence. She also provided video footage purportedly…
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Environment News
Kao unveils ‘Green Pavement’ project for sustainable road solutions
Kao Industrial (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese manufacturer of consumer and chemical products, has joined forces with the Faculty of Engineering at Chiang Mai University to roll out the ‘Green Pavement’ project for more sustainable roads. This initiative showcases Kao’s innovative NEWTLAC technology, which repurposes used PET plastic bottles into a chemical additive for asphalt. This technology enhances road…
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Thailand News
Thailand Video News | Cambodia accused of war crimes in Thai hospital attack, Thailand officially recognises poker and American football as sports
Today we’ll be talking about the deadly artillery onslaught by Cambodian forces on Thai civilian targets, other pettier conflicts erupting between the two countries, and a little later a fresh batch of farangs behaving badly. Cambodia Accused of War Crimes in Thai Hospital Attack Thailand’s Public Health Minister has condemned Cambodian military strikes on Phanom Dong Rak Hospital and nearby…
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Pattaya News
Pattaya slashes spaghetti wires in major city makeover
Pattaya is finally tackling one of its biggest eyesores—those tangled telecom cables hanging from power poles—by cutting them down in a citywide cleanup drive. Yesterday morning, July 24, Pattaya City Mayor Poramet Ngampichet led the launch of the 2025 Telecommunications Cable Organisation Project, aimed at removing disused wires and improving both public safety and visual appeal. The initiative, carried out…
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Thailand News
Paetongtarn blasts Cambodia for ‘illegal’ border attacks
Suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has launched a blistering attack on Cambodia, accusing it of igniting violence along the Thai border and violating international law by firing into Thai territory. In a strongly worded statement posted to X (formerly Twitter) at 2.25pm yesterday, July 24, Paetongtarn condemned the neighbouring country for its alleged aggression. “I condemn Cambodia for the use…
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Bangkok News
Border clash: 2 Burmese men attacked in Bangkok in mistaken identity
A group of Thai men attacked two Burmese nationals at a market in Bangkok, mistakenly believing them to be Cambodian. Thai netizens widely condemned the attackers and called for peace and unity among people of all nationalities. The physical assault came to light after the Facebook page ซีนิว วิวเวอร์ 4K (Cnew Official) shared photos and video footage of the incident…
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Bangkok News
Chinese scammer busted at Don Mueang over app fraud
A Chinese national accused of fleecing Thai victims out of more than 1.5 million baht was arrested at Don Mueang International Airport while trying to flee the country. The suspect, identified as 45 year old Wang Hao, was caught in the international departure hall yesterday, July 24, as he attempted to board an AirAsia flight to Kunming, China. The arrest…
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Thailand News
Flooded Chiang Rai farm sparks dramatic pig rescue (video)
A frantic mission is underway in Chiang Rai, where rising floodwaters have forced officials to evacuate more than 1,000 pigs from a waterlogged farm—one tiny boatload at a time. Yesterday, July 24, disaster prevention officials, rescue teams, and local police descended on Ban Huai Khrai Kao in the Mueang subdistrict of Thoeng district. Their mission: to save around 1,300 pigs…
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Thailand News
2 month old baby killed in cross-border rocket strike in Surin
A two month old baby died after the family home in the Isaan province of Surin was struck by BM-21 Grad rockets launched from Cambodia. Three other family members were injured in the attack. The clash between Thai and Cambodian military forces began on the morning of yesterday, July 24, at the disputed historical site of Prasat Ta Muen Thom…
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Thailand News
Thailand ramps up flights as border unrest worsens
Thailand’s government is scrambling to evacuate its citizens from Cambodia as tensions escalate along the border, triggering fears of potential conflict. On Wednesday, Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit ordered the Ministry of Transport and the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) to work urgently with seven Thai airlines to boost seating capacity for Thai nationals wishing to…
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Lifestyle
Live smarter, live greener with Electrolux, redefining sustainable living
Electrolux is leading the way in creating smarter, more eco-friendly homes. Their appliances, partly made with recycled materials, are designed to help reduce environmental impact while offering advanced technology to make daily tasks easier. With Electrolux, you get modern, stylish appliances that can save energy, reduce waste, and fit perfectly in your home. It’s the perfect choice for anyone looking…
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Pattaya News
Flashing zebra crossing turns heads in Pattaya
Pattaya has rolled out a new traffic safety innovation that’s turning heads and slowing traffic. On Wednesday, July 23, the city launched a high-tech pedestrian crossing system on Second Road near Soi 6 in North Pattaya, designed to make road crossings significantly safer. The crossing features a push-button system that activates flashing lights, alerting oncoming vehicles to slow down or…
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Hot Property
Inside 8 Atelier: Indo-Chine-inspired living meets boutique investment potential in Phuket
Phuket’s Bangtao-Pasak neighbourhood is already known for its polished villa compounds, upscale dining, and easy access to international schools and beaches. And it’s about to gain even more character with the arrival of 8 Atelier Residence. This upcoming condominium project, set for completion in mid-2027, brings a refined Indo-Chine design language to an area long dominated by modern tropical villas.…
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Thailand Weather Updates
Bangkok battered as deadly monsoon lashes Thailand
Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a weather warning for today, forecasting torrential rain, flash floods, and stormy seas across 24 provinces, with Bangkok expected to bear the most severe impact. The latest 24-hour forecast indicates heavy rainfall will drench the northern, upper northeastern, central, and eastern regions. Areas most at risk include Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Tak, and…
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Things To Do
What to do in Bangkok this weekend (July 25 to 27)
Who’s ready for the long weekend? Bangkok’s skies might be stuck in a moody grey this weekend, but that doesn’t mean your plans have to be. Rain or shine, the city is still packed with things to do, places to be, and reasons to get out the house. From pizza-making fun to treasure hunting at a second-hand market, this weekend…
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Thailand News
Thai ex-boxer slammed for slapping Cambodian man amid border clash
Thai netizens condemned a ex-boxer for slapping a Cambodian worker in Thailand following a deadly clash between Thai and Cambodian forces today, July 24. Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health reported earlier today that 12 Thai nationals were killed in attacks carried out by the Cambodian military. Among the victims was a Thai soldier, while the majority were innocent civilians, including…
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Business News
Oui snack: French salami hits 7-Eleven shelves in Thailand
Get ready to spice up your snack game – French salami is coming to a 7-Eleven near you. Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF) has just launched two premium cold cut products – Bucher Rosette Salami and Bucher Chorizo Salami – imported directly from France and now available in select Thai 7-Eleven branches starting July 31. The gourmet cold cuts, produced by…
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Cannabis News
Joint venture: British woman caught with cannabis stash walks free
A British woman has narrowly escaped jail after being busted smuggling nearly 50 kilogrammes of cannabis into the UK following a trip to Thailand, prompting a judge to ask, “What possessed you?” Lauren Martin, from Liverpool, was stopped by Border Force officers at Manchester Airport on April 5 this year after arriving on a flight from Thailand. When questioned about…
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Thailand News
Scamera action: Snap-happy KL hustler fleeces Thai tourists (video)
A picture-perfect holiday in Kuala Lumpur almost turned into a financial nightmare for a group of Thai tourists after an unlicensed street photographer tried to fleece them out of 860 Malaysian ringgits (approximately 6,800 baht) for a few holiday snaps. According to a viral post on Threads, the group had been enjoying the sights around Kuala Lumpur City Centre when…
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Phuket News
Vodka vroom: Drunk Russian wrecks Thai woman’s car in Phuket
A Thai woman is seeking accountability from a Russian man who crashed his car into her two parked vehicles while driving under the influence in Phuket on Tuesday, July 22. The victim, Atiya Sharon, took to social media to request assistance from netizens in locating the Russian suspect. She posted details of the drink-driving incident along with CCTV footage showing…
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Tourism News
Thailand urged to tap booming halal tourism market
At the Mega Halal 2025 trade show in Bangkok, tourism insiders sounded the alarm on Thailand’s missed opportunities in the lucrative halal travel market. From prayer signage to proper certification, they argued, the country is just a few small tweaks away from becoming a top destination for Muslim travellers. “Today, it’s no longer just Muslims promoting to Muslims,” said Aida…
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Bangkok News
Deputy health minister inspects Khao San Road to boost tourist confidence
Deputy Public Health Minister Chaiyanat Dejdecho visited Khao San Road to advocate for legal compliance and improve public and tourist confidence. The campaign encourages businesses to adhere to health and safety regulations set by the Ministry of Public Health. Chaiyanat led the initiative, inspecting six establishments on Khao San Road: Khaosan Cannabis Dispensary, Charlie Khaosan Spa, Weeden, KD Goldenleaf Khaosan,…
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Bangkok News
TAT bets on value to reboot Thai tourism
Thailand is flipping the script on tourism. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) revealed a sweeping 2026 strategy under the theme Value is the New Volume, marking a major shift toward sustainable, quality-driven travel experiences aimed at redefining the kingdom’s global image. At the official launch, held at Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre in Bangkok, top government officials, including Minister…
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Thailand News
Still standing: Brave Thai soldier loses leg, not pride
A Thai soldier who lost his right leg in a landmine explosion during a border patrol is now in stable condition. He stated that he has no regrets and remains proud to serve the kingdom. Sergeant Major First Class Pichitchai Boonchula stepped on the landmine while patrolling with four other soldiers in the Chong Anma area of Nam Yuen district,…
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Thailand News
Rain pain: Phayao floods spark chaos as rivers overflow
Heavy overnight rain on Tuesday triggered widespread flooding across Phayao province, leaving multiple districts inundated, roads impassable, and farmlands underwater. The hardest-hit area, Chiang Kham district, has seen severe disruption, with floodwaters engulfing streets near Phayao Hospital. Emergency crews rushed to deploy sandbags and tarpaulins around hospital buildings to hold back the advancing water. Small vehicles struggled through the submerged…
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