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French tourist’s complaint leads to arrest of 4 Israeli soldiers in Koh Pha Ngan drug party
A complaint from a French national led to the arrest of four Israeli soldiers who threw a drug party at a villa on Koh Pha Ngan, an island in the southern province of Surat Thani. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Thaiger (@thethaigerofficial) Koh Pha Ngan Tourist Police received a complaint through the 1155…
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Electricity official caught discarding power bill warnings in Buriram
The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) in Buriram is investigating the actions of a contractor after video clips surfaced showing a worker printing electricity bill warnings and discarding them in the trash instead of delivering them to residents. The footage, secretly recorded by locals in Prakhon Chai district, shows a man believed to be a PEA employee riding a motorbike and…
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Over 120 year old stupa in Nakhon Phanom collapses after heavy rainfall
A 120 year old stupa, Phra That Non Tan, in the northern province of Nakhon Phanom, has collapsed shortly before its scheduled restoration work due to heavy and continuous rainfall. Residents of Tha Uthen district were seen crying in footage shared by Channel 7 after the collapse of Phra That Non Tan, located within Wat Phra That Phanom, on Sunday,…
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Buriram man dies after mistaking toilet cleaner for soft drink
A man in Buriram province died just hours after accidentally drinking toilet cleaner that had been stored in a soft drink bottle. Relatives say he believed the liquid was a sweet beverage and had consumed it while suffering from a hangover. The incident occurred yesterday, October 13. The man, identified as 44 year old Nattawut, was taken to Satuek Hospital…
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Thailand video news Flooding Impacts 17 Provinces in Thailand, Affecting 340,000 Residents, Indian Man Hospitalised After Brawl Over Public Urination in Pattaya
Thailand faced a turbulent week marked by natural disasters, crime, and international developments. Widespread flooding inundated 17 provinces, affecting over 340,000 residents and disrupting livelihoods, while police in Koh Samui arrested two Israeli nationals for a counterfeit currency scheme. Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s potential assignment to teach English in prison sparked renewed debate over fairness in inmate treatment.…
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Thailand to recieve WiFi expansion
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), alongside the United States and the Wi-Fi Alliance, engaged in discussions to explore the potential of the 6GHz spectrum for advancing Thailand’s digital economy. The discussions were centred around three main topics. The initial topic involved the results from WiFi technology tests conducted at Ramathibodi Hospital, utilising the complete 6GHz band. Late last…
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Bhumjaithai backs coalition draft for charter reforms
The Bhumjaithai Party has affirmed that the coalition’s draft will likely serve as the primary guideline for constitutional amendments, with Chapters 1 and 2 remaining unchanged. These chapters pertain to the form of the state and the monarchy. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul led a meeting yesterday, October 13, with coalition partners to prepare for a Parliamentary debate scheduled for today…
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Thai woman and Australian husband accuse Pattaya police of extortion
A Thai woman and her Australian husband accused a police officer of extorting 20,000 baht from them at Mueang Pattaya Police Station yesterday, October 13. The 25 year old Thai woman, identified only as Mint, shared details of the alleged corruption with local news outlet Athip Burapa, hoping to reclaim the money and bring the incident to light. The incident reportedly…
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Indian man wanted for attacking Phuket transwoman and stealing 10,000 baht
An Indian man remains at large after attacking a Thai transwoman in her rented room in Phuket and stealing 10,000 baht in cash from her yesterday, October 13. The Thai transgender victim took to social media and shared her story with local news outlets to warn others and help locate the Indian suspect. In an interview with the Phuket Times…
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Indian man caught after wielding fake gun at Siam Square in Bangkok
An Indian man allegedly caused a disturbance while holding a gun-shaped lighter in a Bangkok shopping district yesterday, October 13. Authorities suspect he was under the influence of cannabis. Officers from Pathumwan Police Station were called to the Siam Square area near the Siam BTS Station at around 4pm. Thai and foreign shoppers panicked as a foreign man screamed and…
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October 14: Heavy rain and winds to hit 47 Thai provinces
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a weather forecast for today, October 14, warning of heavy rain and erratic winds across 47 provinces, including Bangkok and its surrounding areas. The capital region is expected to experience significant rainfall, covering 70% of the area. The meteorological conditions are influenced by a trough of the monsoon traversing the lower central region, the…
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Police target illegal migrant labour on Koh Pha Ngan
Police in Surat Thani province have launched a crackdown on illegal migrant labour on Koh Pha Ngan, targeting a group of Myanmar nationals involved in a privately backed unauthorised construction enterprise. This operation has revealed a financial circulation of approximately 9 million baht associated with their activities. The initiative, led by Police Lieutenant General Saksira Pheuak-um, the Commissioner of the Tourist…
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Pheu Thai challenges Bhumjaithai charter draft on public role
The Pheu Thai Party has raised concerns over the Bhumjaithai Party’s charter amendment draft, citing a lack of public involvement. They suggest that their draft should serve as the primary version for Parliamentary deliberation. This upcoming week, on Tuesday and Wednesday (October 14 and 15), three drafts from Pheu Thai, Bhumjaithai, and the People’s Party (PP) are set for their…
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Heavy rain forecast for 30 Thai provinces, including Bangkok
Today, October 8, 2025, the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has forecasted increased rainfall, with heavy rain expected in approximately 30 provinces, including Bangkok. The TMD has issued a warning due to a persistent monsoon trough that is currently affecting the northern, central, and eastern regions of the country. The conditions are a direct result of the monsoon trough coupled with…
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Bhumibol Bridges to shine bright on Nawamintharathirat Day
Tomorrow, on October 13, Thailand remembers His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, a revered monarch whose seven-decade reign shaped the nation’s modern history. Born in Massachusetts in 1927, King Bhumibol, Rama IX, ascended the throne in 1946 following the untimely death of his brother, King Ananda Mahidol. Though never destined to rule, his reign became a symbol of compassion, stability, and…
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Fake amulet expert steals collectibles worth over 2 million baht
A man posing as an expert in amulets stole valuable collectible amulets worth over 2 million baht from a 93 year old former naval officer in Chon Buri. The police are actively pursuing the suspect of the amulet theft. Today, on October 12, Police Lieutenant Thanit Thepprakhdi, an investigator from Sattahip police station, reported a theft in a home in…
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Flooding impacts 17 provinces in Thailand, affecting 340,000 residents
Flooding persisted across 17 provinces today, on October 12, predominantly affecting the Central Plain and the North. Suphan Buri experienced rising water levels, while other areas saw levels remain steady or decrease. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation indicated that residents in eight provinces in the central plain, Uthai Thani, Chai Nat, Sing Buri, Ang Thong, Suphan Buri, Ayutthaya,…
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American man, 70, dies in fall from Chon Buri condo
A 70 year old American man died after falling from a condominium in Jomtien, Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province today, on October 12 at 2.16am. The police, led by Police Lieutenant Chaiyanaret Phengkan from Mueang Pattaya Police Station, responded to the incident alongside a police investigation team and Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan rescue volunteers. The incident occurred…
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Israeli nationals arrested in Koh Samui for counterfeit currency scam
In Koh Samui, Surat Thani, police arrested two Israeli nationals accused of exchanging counterfeit US dollars, causing a loss of 21,840 baht. Both individuals face severe legal action as authorities investigate further to prevent economic disruption. On October 11, officers from Bo Phut Police Station, in collaboration with the Surat Thani Immigration Office (Samui), detained the two Israelis following a…
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Father faces charges for attacking dog after it bit child in Nonthaburi
Watchdog Thailand Foundation confirms they have not withdrawn the complaint against a 29 year old man who assaulted a stray dog after it bit his two year old child in Nonthaburi province. The foundation insists on pursuing animal cruelty charges against the father, stating that his actions were driven by anger and frustration, which are not permissible by law. The…
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New RTAF chief to train female pilots and boost drones
Thailand’s new air force commander announced plans to train female fighter pilots and enhance drone capabilities as part of a modernisation strategy. Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Sakesan Kantha outlined his 2026 strategy at the Navaminda Kasatriyadhiraj Royal Thai Air Force Academy in Muak Lek district, Saraburi. His speech came amid rising border tensions with Cambodia and set the tone for…
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New bus link connects Thailand to Vientiane in just 4 hours
Thailand and Laos launched a new international bus route connecting Khon Kaen and Vientiane to enhance tourism, trade, and cross-border transport links. The service, launched yesterday, October 10, was unveiled in a ceremony at Khon Kaen Bus Terminal 3, presided over by Phanthep Saokosol, Deputy Governor of Khon Kaen province. The new route marks the fifth international bus connection between…
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Thaksin may teach English in prison instead of hard labour
Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, currently serving a prison sentence, may be assigned to teach English to inmates due to his age, officials confirmed. Police Lieutenant Colonel Prawut Wongseenin of the Department of Corrections confirmed that officials are considering a teaching role for Thaksin due to his age, making physical labour unsuitable. “At his age, it’s more appropriate to assign…
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Israeli tourist boom sparks tension on Koh Pha Ngan
Following an incident last week where a Koh Samui restaurant denied claims it removed Israeli diners amid online backlash, officials on Koh Pha Ngan held a meeting to address rising tensions involving Israeli tourists and foreign-run businesses. Surat Thani Governor Teeruth Supawiboonpol chaired a high-level meeting with provincial agencies this week to address the concerns, which echo similar unrest seen…
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Bangkok shopper says staff ignored her after fall broke bone (video)
A shopper in Bangkok claimed she broke a bone after slipping on a wet car park floor and accused staff of refusing to help despite being asked directly. A social media user has accused staff at a popular department store in Bangkok’s Chidlom area of ignoring her pleas for help after she slipped and fell in a waterlogged car park,…
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Thai Airways revamp board with zero-tolerance corruption vow
The Ministry of Finance has confirmed that all 17 nominees for Thai Airways International’s board of directors are seasoned professionals, as the airline prepares for a major leadership shake-up following its return to the stock market. Lavaron Sangsnit, the ministry’s permanent secretary and chairman of the Thai Airways board, assured the public yesterday, October 10, that the selection process is…
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Wrong-way rider killed in fatal Phuket motorbike crash
A man has died following a head-on collision between two motorbikes in the Pa Khlok area of Thalang, Phuket, as the island’s road death toll continues to rise. The crash occurred around 4.30pm on Thursday, October 9, on the Mueang Mai–Pa Khlok Road, directly in front of the SuperCheap store. Thalang Police received the emergency report and dispatched officers and…
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Thai minister claims 40 million baht bribe tied to scam crackdown
A Thai minister submitted evidence to a House committee alleging a multimillion-baht bribe was offered to halt action against online scams and gambling. Digital Economy and Society Minister Chaichanok Chidchob has reportedly submitted evidence to a parliamentary committee to back his claim of a 40-million-baht bribery attempt aimed at derailing efforts to dismantle call centre gangs and online gambling networks.…
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Pattaya eyes extreme sports fame to woo global thrill-seekers
Pattaya officials held a meeting with extreme sports leaders to discuss hosting international events aimed at boosting tourism and economic growth. In a recent high-level meeting, Pattaya Mayor Poramet Ngampichet, City Secretary Phumpipat Kamolnath, and Acting Director of the Tourism and Sports Bureau Wipawadee Wongsuwan met with Apichat Rutnin, President of the Asian Extreme Sports Federation, and Pascal Filippi, Managing…
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Foreigner escapes blazing car inferno on Phuket roadside
A foreign man was hospitalised after his car caught fire on a roadside in Phuket, prompting a late-night emergency response from local firefighters. The incident unfolded around 10.50pm on Thursday, October 9, on Wiset Road in Rawai, when residents spotted a Ford sedan engulfed in flames along the roadside and quickly alerted emergency services. Rawai Municipality firefighters dispatched two water…
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