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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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’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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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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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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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 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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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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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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Elderly woman fatally trampled by cow in Buriram province
A tragic incident occurred on Friday, November 28 when a 75 year old woman, Khian Yimram, from Ban Po Hu, Mueang Khwang subdistrict, Baan Dan district, Buriram province, died after being trampled by her own six-year-old cow. The animal, named Chao Khao, accidentally stepped on her chest, resulting in fatal injuries. Despite being rushed to Baan Dan Hospital and later…
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Thai King donates 100 million baht for flood relief efforts
The King of Thailand has shown significant concern for those impacted by severe flooding in the southern region by granting 100 million baht to Hatyai Hospital. This funding is intended to aid rehabilitation efforts and facilitate the acquisition of necessary medical equipment. In a royal message directed to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, the King extended his condolences to the families…
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Hat Yai mayor apologises over flood response, outlines recovery plans
Hat Yai Mayor Narongporn Na Phatthalung has issued a public apology over the city’s handling of the recent floods, acknowledging misjudgments in crisis management and outlining ongoing recovery efforts. Speaking on the “Kammakorn Khao” programme on Friday, November 28, the mayor admitted that city officials underestimated the scale and speed of the disaster. One of the main issues, he explained,…
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Four dismissed in Bangkok prison scandal as probe widens
Four senior officials at Bangkok Remand Prison have been dismissed for serious disciplinary violations linked to a widening scandal over preferential treatment given to certain inmates. Justice Minister Pol. Lt. Gen. Rutthapon Naowarat confirmed the dismissals, adding that 14 others remain under investigation. Among those removed are the former director of inmate supervision and three other officers who were aware…
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Doi Inthanon frost dips to -4.9°C, temps continue to fall
Tourists continued to visit Doi Inthanon in Chiang Mai yesterday, November 28, as temperatures on Thailand’s highest peak dropped further, with grass frost recorded at -4.9 degrees Celsius (°C), the lowest temperature observed there so far this season. Frost, known locally as moei khab, appeared at the summit ranger station for the fifth consecutive day, with a noticeably thicker layer…
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Monitor lizard leads to discovery of infant’s body in Samut Prakan
A 19 year old woman has been questioned by police after the body of a newborn infant was discovered beneath a house in Phra Samut Chedi district, Samut Prakan province. The incident came to light yesterday, November 28, when residents of Moo 10, Nai Khlong Bang Pla Kot subdistrict, noticed a monitor lizard dragging a bag containing human remains near…
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Hatyai toy shop looted during floods, owner loses 3m baht in collectibles
A Bangkok-based collector who invested in opening a high-end toy and collectables shop in Hatyai reported that his entire inventory, worth an estimated 3 million baht, was stolen before the shop even had a chance to open. The incident came to light after the Toys Gallery Hatyai Facebook page posted photos showing the aftermath of a break-in at the store, located…
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Corrections Department defends Thaksin family photo in prison visit
The Corrections Department has defended its policy allowing family photographs of inmates after a photo of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra during a prison visit sparked criticism from a former senator over security protocols. The image, which circulated widely online on Thursday, November 27, showed Thaksin posing with his children and extended family. According to the department, the picture was…
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Air France launches direct Paris to Phuket flights
Air France has launched a new direct route from Paris to Phuket, with its first flight arriving at Phuket International Airport yesterday morning, November 28, marking the return of seasonal service between France and Thailand’s southern tourist hub. Flight AF156, operated by a Boeing 777-200, landed at 9.25am after departing Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport the previous evening. The route…
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November 29: Thailand faces cold front, storms in deep South
Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a 24-hour forecast, detailing colder conditions sweeping across upper Thailand and parts of the South, as a high-pressure system strengthens its hold over the region. As of today, November 29, the cold air mass covering upper Thailand and the upper south is causing temperatures to dip further, accompanied by strong winds. The north and…
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Foreign woman collapses on Bangla Road after consuming cannabis edible
A foreign woman collapsed on Bangla Road in Phuket last night, November 27, allegedly after consuming a cannabis-infused snack. Her boyfriend allegedly refused assistance from rescue workers. A business operator on Bangla Road contacted the Patong Development Foundation after seeing the woman collapse and lose consciousness. Rescue officials arrived to find the woman lying on the ground while Thai and foreign bystanders…
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3 foreign motorcyclists fined for running red light in Phuket after viral video
Phuket police fined three foreign motorcyclists for running a red light at Si Kor Intersection in the Kathu district on Tuesday, November 26. A Thai motorist recorded the moment the three foreigners violated the traffic signal and later shared the footage with the Newshawk Phuket Facebook page. The page then published the video to highlight their behaviour. In the clip,…
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Heartbreaking video turns joyful as Thai man finds dogs left behind in floods
A Thai man reunited with his two pet dogs after a viral video showed him crying when he was forced to leave them behind during the severe floods in Hat Yai district, Songkhla. The video, widely shared across Thai social media, showed the man, believed to be between 65 and 70 years old, sobbing on a rescue boat. According to…
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Debate after Hat Yai flood victims seen taking items from flooded 7-Eleven
Residents in Hat Yai district, Songkhla province, were seen collecting items from a damaged 7-Eleven store following severe flooding, prompting discussion online over whether the act was acceptable given the circumstances. TikTok user, @naruponnut, yesterday, November 27, posted videos showing the interior of a flooded 7-Eleven with its front window shattered. People were observed placing snacks and drinks into bags…
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