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Managing medical expenses in Thailand is important as healthcare costs continue to rise. The country’s healthcare system includes both public and private options, but even with the Universal Coverage Scheme (UCS) for citizens, many still face high out-of-pocket medical expenses....
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Malaysian man and Thai wife arrested in Bangkok for money laundering
Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) officers arrested a Malaysian man and his Thai wife today at a luxury house in Bangkok for running a money laundering operation for a gambling website. The assistant to the Royal Thai Police (RTP) Commissioner, Thatchai Pitaneerabut, and the acting Commissioner of the CCIB, Trairong Phewphan, along with 20 other officers today, , December 17,…
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Rayong woman mistakenly buys tickets for December 1 draw
A woman in Rayong bought lottery tickets, hoping for a windfall, only to find out they were from a previous draw. The woman had bought two tickets, numbered 747830, anticipating the excitement of the lottery results. Upon checking her tickets, she was shocked to discover they were not winners. Further inspection revealed that these tickets were for the December 1…
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Child smacking ban in Thailand gets Senate green light
In a landmark move for children’s rights, the Senate yesterday unanimously approved a draft amendment to Section 1567 of the Civil and Commercial Code, redefining the boundaries of parental discipline. The amendment, which had earlier sailed through the lower house, was deliberated and passed in all three readings in one day. It proposes a crucial update to the clause that…
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Former PM Srettha cleared in police chief appointment scandal
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) cleared former Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the Police Commission of any wrongdoing in the controversial appointment of Police General Torsak Sukvimol as National Police Chief. NACC spokesperson Saroj Phuengramphan announced the findings yesterday, December 16. “The commission found no evidence of misconduct or undue influence in the selection process.” The ruling puts to…
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DSI apprehends 5th suspect in illegal surrogacy case in Bangkok
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) apprehended another suspect involved in an illegal surrogacy network, marking the fifth arrest in the case. Police detained Siriporn, who was wanted under a warrant issued by the Criminal Court on November 21, for allegedly engaging in commercial surrogacy operations and acting as a broker. Siriporn was caught at the DSI building in the…
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Love cons: Thai woman still at large after tomboy romance scams
A Thai woman remains at large after orchestrating seven romance scams, swindling money from tomboy victims. She allegedly planned to marry another victim on December 19 for financial gain. The most recent patsy, Arthit, sought help from non-profit organisation Saimai Survive after losing 160,000 baht in cash and valuables to the scammer, Sunisa. The suspect tricked Arthit into an engagement…
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Ministry and LINE MAN offer free delivery for Thai SELECT dining
The Ministry of Commerce has joined forces with food delivery app LINE MAN to launch a special promotion for Thai SELECT restaurants, offering free delivery from December 16 until January 31, 2025. The initiative, announced by Oramon Supthaweetham, Director General of the Department of Business Development, aims to boost awareness and encourage locals and tourists to explore Thai SELECT certified…
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Thailand urged to cut interest rates amid low inflation concerns
Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavachira has reiterated his call for a reduction in Thailand’s policy interest rate to boost inflation. He urged the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to announce another rate cut, citing the current low inflation rate as a driving factor. The Finance Ministry continues to provide economic data and engage in discussions with the Bank of Thailand, although the…
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Thailand’s SET ESG Ratings 2024 hits milestone with 228 companies
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) reported a significant achievement with its ESG Ratings 2024, as 228 listed companies have been recognised, marking a new milestone in sustainable investments both locally and globally. This year’s ratings awarded AAA status to 56 companies, AA to 80, A to 71, and BBB to 21. These firms together account for 82% of the…
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Two driving minibus slowly in Pathum Thani arrested with meth pills
Two men driving a minibus at an unusually low speed were arrested by highway police in Pathum Thani after it was discovered they were using drugs on a motorway. Police officers, led by Wanchana Tipasan and Narong Pitakchanun, apprehended 31 year old Pithaya and 28 year old Ramil on charges of driving under the influence of drugs, distributing a category…
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Mysterious objects from sky leave Thai couple on cloud nine
A Thai couple in the southern province of Phatthalung claim that mysterious objects falling from the sky made them feel refreshed and healthier, both physically and mentally. The couple, Wichate Siriphuwadon and Maneerat Siriphuwadon, displayed several shiny black objects of varying sizes, with a total weight of around 20 kilogrammes, to various news agencies. They revealed that they discovered the…
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Chaiyaphum nurse wins 6 million baht in Thai lottery
A nurse from Thepsathit Hospital in Chaiyaphum province has struck gold by winning the top prize in the Thai government lottery, making her a millionaire overnight. The winning ticket number 097863, drawn yesterday, December 16, has brought the Thai nurse a prize of 6 million baht. This news spread like wildfire, capturing the attention of netizens who flocked online to…
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Thailand aims to boost trade with Mongolia to 2027 goals
Thailand is gearing up to expand its trade relations with Mongolia, aiming to surpass the 100 million US dollar mark in trade value by 2027. Following discussions with Amarsanaa Tumur, Mongolia’s Ambassador to Thailand, the Minister of Commerce, Phichai Naripthaphan, highlighted efforts to bolster economic cooperation through the Thailand-Mongolia Joint Trade Committee. This initiative aims to open new markets for…
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Thai SMEs to boost exports to China via e-commerce
The International Institute for Trade and Development (ITD) plans to propose a strategic initiative to the Ministry of Commerce, focusing on cross-border e-commerce (CBEC) to aid small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in expanding their exports to the Chinese market. This move aims to provide SMEs with new opportunities to enhance their presence in China through CBEC channels. Wimon Punkong, Deputy…
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Thai AirAsia X expands Bangkok-Delhi route with 4 weekly flights
Budget travellers, rejoice! Thai AirAsia X is ramping up its services, connecting Bangkok and Delhi with four weekly flights starting January 15, 2025. The move comes as the airline capitalises on surging demand from Indian flyers, driven by visa-free travel perks and enhanced connectivity. The carrier, which operates A330 planes, marked its return to the Indian capital on Sunday, December…
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Fiery collision on Phetkasem Road leads to vehicle inferno
A dramatic accident unfolded when a pickup truck collided with the back of a container truck, triggering a chain reaction that involved three vehicles and resulted in a fiery blaze. The accident, which occurred on the outbound side of Phetkasem Road, Highway 4, near kilometre marker 311+600 in front of a petrol station in Prachuap Khiri Khan City, left vehicles…
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Police apologise with 10 sit-ups after cop fires gun outside Bangkok nightclub
All 140 officers at Thong Lo Police Station performed 10 sit-ups today, December 17, as an apology after an officer fired a gun into the sky outside a nightclub on Soi Thong Lo 10 in Bangkok on Saturday, December 14. Police Sergeant Major Montri Meedate brought embarrassment and disgrace to Thong Lo Police Station last Saturday night. He was caught…
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Nonthaburi man assaults girlfriend after taking mother’s medication
A young man swallowed his mother’s psychiatric medication, leading to a violent episode where he bound and assaulted his girlfriend. Police intervened to rescue the woman from their home in Nonthaburi, revealing shocking details about the incident. Sakson, an officer from the Bang Si Mueang Police Station in Nonthaburi, responded to a report yesterday, December 16 at approximately 4pm of…
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Khon Kaen man arrested for selling meth to support family
Police in Khon Kaen arrested a 31 year old man recently been released from prison just two months prior. Caught selling methamphetamine to support his family, the drug dealer, Jay Ban Phai, claimed all his legal ventures ended in failure, leaving him with no choice but to resort to illegal activities. The police are moving forward with prosecution. At around…
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Panic in Pattaya: Apartment blaze sparks late-night chaos
Chaos erupted late last night in Pattaya as a fire broke out in a four-storey apartment building, sending thick smoke billowing into the air that was seen from miles around. Despite the panic, no injuries were reported in the incident, which could have ended far worse. The Pattaya City Land Disaster Relief Department received the emergency call at 11.46pm yesterday,…
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Polish man sentenced for trafficking £100k of cannabis into UK
A young Polish man in the United Kingdom was sentenced to two years in a young offenders institution after pleading guilty to trafficking almost £100,000 (4.3 million baht) of cannabis into Newcastle International Airport in the North-East of England. He claimed he was coerced into the illicit operation by a threatening organised crime syndicate. On August 30, Border Force officials…
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Man drives into crowd in Phetchaburi, causes injuries and damage (video)
An alarming incident unfolded yesterday when a 58 year old man drove a green-black Toyota saloon car into a crowd, injuring several people and damaging numerous vehicles before fleeing the scene. Police are actively pursuing him to bring him to justice. The chaos erupted yesterday, December 16 at around 6.30pm when emergency services in Phetchaburi received reports of a car…
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Falling tree branch severely damages car in Nonthaburi accident
A horrifying incident unfolded when a gigantic tree branch unexpectedly crashed into a car, severely damaging the vehicle as it travelled along a road. The mishap occurred at 12.30pm yesterday, December 16, leaving the car’s roof caved in and the windshield shattered. The driver, identified as 56 year old Dan Dusit Prananon, a lecturer at King Mongkut’s University of Technology…
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Thaksin scandal: Officials probed over cushy hospital stay
A corruption storm is brewing as the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) launches a probe into 12 government officials accused of giving former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra a luxurious loophole to avoid prison. NACC Secretary General Sarote Phuengramphan revealed yesterday, December 16, that the commission is investigating claims that officials from the Department of Corrections and Police General Hospital granted Thaksin…
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Thai pig farms face closure risk amid pork oversupply crisis
The Swine Raisers Association of Thailand (SRAT) expressed growing concern that small pig farms could face closure due to an increasing oversupply of pigs, as larger farms aggressively expand their production capabilities. This oversupply issue arises from major pig farms in Thailand continuously boosting their production without aligning with the actual market demand for pork, according to SRAT President Sitthiphan…
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Shocking drive: Fallen wire sparks trouble on Rama II Road (video)
A Thai couple shared a video on TikTok yesterday showing the moment an electric wire fell onto their car while they were driving on Rama II Road, causing a fracture on the front widescreen. The dashcam footage of the incident yesterday December 16, was uploaded to the TikTok account mayza2244, accompanied by the caption, “Why did this happen? Where did…
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Phuket driver faces charges after fatal hit-and-run incident
A driver involved in a tragic hit-and-run incident in Phuket turned himself into the police. Police confirmed that the driver will face charges for his actions following the fatal accident that occurred in the early hours of December 14. The unfortunate event took place around 3.20am along Srisoonthorn Road, near the Bang Jo Intersection in Srisoonthorn. The 22 year old…
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NHSO to keep Cancer Anywhere programme despite rising costs
The National Health Security Office (NHSO) confirmed its commitment to maintaining the Cancer Anywhere (CA) programme, which empowers patients to choose their preferred location for cancer treatment. This decision comes amidst calls from various experts to discontinue the scheme due to escalating costs. NHSO Secretary General Jadej Thammatacharee addressed concerns regarding the programme’s new guidelines, announcing the formation of a…
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Bangkok’s air pollution costs 400 billion baht annually
Bangkok is grappling with significant economic repercussions due to persistent air pollution, particularly from fine particulate matter known as PM2.5, leading to annual losses exceeding 400 billion baht. The revelation emerged during a seminar organised by the National Health Commission Office in conjunction with the 17th National Health Assembly, where the financial toll of pollution was a focal point of…
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5 illegal Chinese real estate agents, linked to scam gangs, arrested in Chon Buri
Thai Tourist Police officers arrested five illegal Chinese real estate agents in Chon Buri. They were found managing properties rented by call centre scam gangs. Tourist Police Bureau officers raided an unnamed real estate sales office on Boon Samphan Road in Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri, yesterday, December 16. At the office, they encountered five Chinese nationals and one individual…
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