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Russian man warned after blocking public mooring in Phuket
A Russian man accused of taking over a public mooring in Phuket defended himself, saying his boat was too old to risk any damage if other vessels docked nearby. Last week, a local boat driver filed a complaint with the Facebook news page โหดจัง จังหวัดภูเก็ต, alleging that a foreign man, later identified as a Russian national, took over a public mooring…
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Fishing boat captain allegedly stabbed to death off Samut Songkhram
Police are investigating the death of a fishing boat captain who was fatally stabbed at sea earlier today, October 27. The incident occurred aboard a vessel anchored in the Gulf of Mae Klong, off the coast of Samut Songkhram province. Emergency responders from the Sawang Benjatham Foundation were dispatched after police received a report of an assault on board a…
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Ayutthaya couple found dead in suspected murder-suicide
A retired temple caretaker in Ayutthaya is believed to have shot his wife before turning the gun on himself inside their home last night, October 26. Police from Phachi Police Station were called to a house in Phachi district around 7pm after reports of a shooting. Rescue workers from the Phutthaisawan Foundation and forensic officers also attended the scene. At…
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Frenchman and Thai transwoman arrested in Phuket for selling crystal meth
Patong police arrested a Frenchman and a Thai transwoman at a hotel in Patong, Phuket, on Saturday, October 25, after discovering approximately 43 grammes of crystal meth in their possession. Officers from Patong Police Station conducted a raid on a hotel room on Sirirat Road, Patong subdistrict, Kathu district, Phuket. The suspects were identified as a 46 year old Frenchman…
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United Airlines resumes Bangkok flights after 11-year hiatus
United Airlines has resumed flights to Thailand after more than a decade, launching a new daily service from Los Angeles to Bangkok via Hong Kong. The inaugural flight landed at Suvarnabhumi International Airport on Saturday, October 25, marking the airline’s first return to the kingdom since 2014. The route aims to enhance connectivity between Thailand and North America, while reaffirming…
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Frenchman dies after jumping from Pattaya hotel balcony
A hotel security guard in Pattaya alerted police after witnessing a Frenchman jump from a fifth-floor balcony early this morning, October 27, despite efforts to intervene. Rescuers from the Sawang Boriboon Dhammastan Foundation were alerted to the incident at around 5am and rushed to the scene, a hotel in southern Pattaya. Officers from Mueang Pattaya Police Station were also called…
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Thai and Cambodian leaders sign peace declaration witnessed by Trump
Thai Prime Minister (PM) Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian PM Hun Manet signed a joint declaration in Malaysia, witnessed by United States President Donald Trump and Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim. The ceremony, titled Delivering Peace: Cambodia-Thailand Peace Deal, was held in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, October 26. President Trump opened the event by expressing his condolences to Thailand over the passing of…
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Pheu Thai Party to elect new leader as four frontrunners emerge
The Pheu Thai Party will hold a special general assembly on Friday to elect a new leader and executive committee following the resignation of Paetongtarn Shinawatra, according to party sources and a report from Bangkok Post. Paetongtarn stepped down as party leader on October 22, after being disqualified from serving as prime minister by the Constitutional Court in August over…
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Canadian man praised for aiding injured Malaysian in Krabi car accident
Netizens praised a Canadian man for helping a Malaysian man who suffered a head injury in a car accident in Krabi province on October 23. The footage, showing the Canadian man helping an injured Malaysian victim in the middle of the road, was shared by ThaiRath on October 24. The accident was reported to have occurred on a road in…
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Trump and Malaysia sign trade and minerals deals to counter China
Today on October 26, US President Donald Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signed a trade agreement and a critical minerals pact in Kuala Lumpur, aimed at enhancing trade across Southeast Asia and countering China’s restrictions on rare earth access. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer noted that Malaysia would adjust its tariffs and non-tariff barriers, which is expected to…
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Four dead, including 3 year old, after car crashes into canal in Phayao
A tragic Phayao accident claimed the lives of four family members, including a 3 year old child, after their car plunged into a canal. The incident took place yesterday, on October 25 at 6.57pm. Police are investigating the cause of this unfortunate event. The accident was reported to the Dok Kham Tai Police Station by the emergency room of Dok…
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Glowing sushi causes health concern over bioluminescence
A Facebook user, “Mild Burusskorn,” recently shared an unusual discovery in the group ‘We Are Consumers’ today, on October 26. The user purchased sushi, only to find one piece glowing blue. This unexpected phenomenon caused concern and confusion, prompting further investigation. The sushi in question was a piece of sweet egg, specifically ordered from the staff after the initial set…
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Nigerian drug traffickers arrested in Bangkok’s Nana in undercover sting (video)
Undercover police disguised as construction workers apprehended several suspected Nigerian drug traffickers in Bangkok’s Nana area earlier today, on October 26. According to Police Major General Theeradet Thumsuthee, deputy commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, a team of 40 plainclothes officers, primarily posing as construction workers, arrested eight Nigerian men and a Thai suspect, aged 23 to 41, just after…
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Phuket’s old prison site set for 165.8 million baht park revamp by mid 2026
Construction work on the site of the former Phuket Provincial Prison in Phuket Town is on track for completion by June next year, confirmed Rewat Arfeerob, President of the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO). Rewat explained that the site has been cleared and construction is progressing, with the project now halfway through. He expressed hopes for completion next year. Once…
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Ayutthaya elephants bow to honour the Queen Mother’s legacy
In Ayutthaya, elephant handlers and elephants gathered to pay their respects to the late Queen Mother. This solemn tribute took place at the elephant kraal in Suan Phrik subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya district. Laithonglian Miphan, owner of the Ayutthaya Elephant Palace and Royal Elephant Kraal, along with local residents and staff, participated in the ceremony. Nine elephants, adorned in…
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Call centre scam backfires after targeting Deputy Commander
A call centre gang attempted to deceive a senior police officer by impersonating a mobile network company representative, leading to a search of a condominium in Nonthaburi province. The search resulted in the discovery of equipment potentially linked to illegal activities. Yesterday, on October 25 at 10am, Major General Worachat Saenkham, head of Provincial Police Region 1, along with Deputy…
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Trump pushes Thai-Cambodian peace declaration during Malaysia visit
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is set to meet US President Donald Trump in Kuala Lumpur today, on October 26, preceding a signing ceremony for a ceasefire agreement with Cambodia, according to a government statement. The agreement, described as a ‘declaration’ rather than a peace deal, is intended to signal a desire to normalise relations, stated a Ministry of Foreign…
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Pattaya bar offers bounty after thief nabs prized BMX bike
A bar in Pattaya is appealing for help after a thief stole a customer’s bicycle, prompting a police report and a cash reward for its return. The incident, which occurred on Monday, October 20, was captured on CCTV and widely shared on social media, sparking public outrage and concerns over the bar’s reputation. The bar, located in Soi 6, is…
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Thailand rolls out rice rescue plan to lift farmer incomes
Thailand’s Commerce Ministry announced new measures to support rice farmers by stabilising paddy prices and managing the flow of 14 million tonnes. Wittayakorn Maneenetr, director-general of the Internal Trade Department, said the new strategy could result in an average price increase of 3% to 5% for paddy rice. “This approach is designed to balance supply with market demand and provide…
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Anutin hits back at scam claims, calls rumours baseless
Thailand’s prime minister denied involvement in scam networks following international reports, reaffirming government efforts to crack down on cybercrime. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has hit back at allegations linking him to scam operations in Thailand, dismissing the claims as unfounded and politically motivated. The remarks follow a New York Times report naming Thailand as a hotspot for scam activity, sparking…
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Thai govt denies event ban, urges respect for Queen Sirikit
Thai officials have clarified that no ban has been imposed on private events, urging organisers to adjust activities respectfully during the mourning period for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. The government has clarified that no official ban has been imposed on private entertainment events during the national mourning period for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, urging only that activities…
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New Norse Air routes boost Bangkok and Phuket winter arrivals
Thailand will welcome more European visitors this winter as a low-cost airline launches five new direct routes to Bangkok and Phuket from the UK and Scandinavia. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is celebrating the launch of five new direct flights by Norse Atlantic Airways, strengthening long-haul connectivity from Europe to Bangkok and Phuket for the 2025/2026 winter season. The…
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Chinese man with 2,000 ATM cards arrested in Chiang Rai scam
Police in Chiang Rai arrested a Chinese national found with thousands of ATM cards and cash during a patrol, uncovering a suspected transnational scam ring. The arrest was announced by Police Major General Manop Senakul, Commander of Chiang Rai Provincial Police, during a press conference yesterday, October 24. The 35 year old Chinese suspect, originally from Hubei province, was caught…
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PM Anutin delays summit trip to lead Queen Mother funeral plans
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has delayed his planned trip to Malaysia to lead an urgent Cabinet meeting regarding the royal funeral arrangements for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. The Queen Mother passed away at 9.21pm yesterday, October 24, at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, as announced by the Bureau of the Royal Household. In response, the Thai national flag…
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Phuket raids target foreigners in illegal business crackdown
Phuket Immigration officers launched a coordinated crackdown on five businesses in Patong, targeting alleged illegal foreign operations as part of a nationwide campaign to tighten control over foreign nationals working or investing unlawfully in Thailand. The raids, carried out on Thursday, October 23, followed a directive from Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, instructing officials to step up efforts to monitor foreign…
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Lampang teen found dead near socket in suspected electrocution
A 14 year old boy was found dead beside an electrical socket at his home in Nikhom Phatthana, Lampang, northern Thailand, prompting an investigation into the cause of his sudden death. The incident occurred yesterday morning, October 24, when the boy’s mother tried to wake him for school. After receiving no response, she entered his room and made the heartbreaking…
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Bangkok taxi crash leaves 1 dead and 13 injured in pile-up
A multi-vehicle collision unfolded on Pracha Uthit Road in Bangkok’s Rat Burana district, leaving one woman dead and 13 others injured after a taxi driver claimed to have blacked out behind the wheel. The pile-up occurred around 5.40pm yesterday, October 24, near the entrance of Soi Pracha Uthit 21. Police from Rat Burana Police Station and emergency responders from the…
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Boozy brawl ends in deadly stabbing in Chon Buri hillside home
A man was fatally stabbed during a booze-fuelled fight in Chon Buri’s Sri Racha district on Thursday night, following a heated argument among friends. The incident occurred around 10.30pm on October 23 behind Somdej Phra Boromarajadevi Hospital where police found the lifeless body of 40 year old Prasert Iamsaard with three stab wounds to his abdomen. Officers from Sri Racha…
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Storm batters southern Thailand as cooler north warms up
Heavy rains are sweeping across southern Thailand as storms hit, while the northern region warms up. Officials warn of flooding risks as weather shifts nationwide. A strong monsoon trough over the lower South, combined with a moderate northeast monsoon, is bringing heavy rain to southern Thailand. Residents are being warned of flash floods, especially in low-lying and foothill areas. Offshore,…
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Intoxicated tourist returned to hotel after collapse on Pattaya street
Pattaya officials found a Chinese tourist who collapsed from intoxication near Walking Street in the early morning, prompting safety concerns. In the early hours of Wednesday, October 22, Pattaya municipal officers rushed to assist a heavily intoxicated Chinese visitor found unconscious near the entrance of the city’s infamous nightlife strip. The incident, which occurred at around 5am, drew concern from…
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