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- Thailand News
Missing in Thailand: Taiwanese woman suspected to be trafficked
A Taiwanese woman’s dream trip to Thailand turned into a nightmare as her father reports a chilling ransom demand for her safe return. Police are now urgently investigating a suspected human trafficking case involving a young woman from Kaohsiung in southern Taiwan in her twenties, who vanished after arriving in Thailand on Wednesday, November 6. The case came to light…
- Thailand News
Thai police dismantle Taiwanese drug syndicate in Bangkok raid
Thai police recently dismantled a Taiwanese drug syndicate operating in Bangkok, seizing over 300 kilogrammes of narcotics. The operation targeted party-goers in the Min Buri area, leading to significant arrests and a substantial haul of drugs. Officers, led by Police Lieutenant General Samran Nuanma, Assistant Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police, and Police Lieutenant General Thiti Saengsawang, conducted the raid…
- Bangkok News
Thai cops ‘bud’ out Taiwanese cannabis smugglers in Bangkok bust
Immigration officials in Thailand, in collaboration with other agencies, snagged two Taiwanese nationals in a high-stakes cannabis smuggling operation. The suspects were arrested in Bangkok’s Bang Rak and Din Daeng districts and now face serious charges for planning to export a controlled drug without permission and overstaying their visas. The bust came after a tip-off from a vigilant citizen who…
- Business News
LH Bank targets doubling Taiwanese loan portfolio within five years
A subsidiary of the Land and House Financial Group (LHFG), LH Bank revealed its ambitious plan to double its Taiwanese loan portfolio over the next three to five years. This strategy is backed by the increasing influx of foreign businesses into the Thai market. LHFG President Shih Jing Fuh highlighted that despite moderate overall loan growth in the first half…
- Thailand News
Indonesia: Taiwanese found dead after boat accident
A Taiwanese citizen has been discovered lifeless following a boat accident near Jakarta, Indonesia. In the waters off Indonesia’s capital Jakarta, tragedy struck when a passenger boat, carrying 35 individuals, capsized near the Kepulauan Seribu area. Amidst the chaos, all but one were swiftly rescued, leaving authorities scrambling to locate the missing Taiwanese passport holder. The Taiwanese man was identified…
- Thailand News
Mysterious red envelope in Tokyo sparks Ghost Wedding fears
A cryptic red envelope found on a Tokyo street sparked intrigue online. The envelope was found near a train station and was picked up and photographed by a passerby who posted the image on Twitter, unaware of the chilling revelation that would follow. The individual stumbled upon the mysterious red envelope near Ueno Okachimachi subway station in Tokyo, Japan. The…
- Thailand News
STARLUX Airlines to launch LA and San Francisco to Chiang Mai flights
Taiwanese airline, STARLUX Airlines, is launching new routes from Los Angeles and San Francisco to the northern province of Chiang Mai. The launch event, held at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on January 16 showcased the distinct traditions of Chiang Mai while underscoring TAT’s unwavering commitment to enhancing US-Thailand travel. As a warm Chiang Mai welcome, passengers on the inaugural…
- Thailand News
Taiwanese man allegedly hires Thai soldier for plan to murder son and wife
Officers from the Special Weapons and Tactics Team, known as the Hanuman Unit, arrested a Taiwanese man in Samut Prakanr province near Bangkok for allegedly hiring Thai soldiers for his plan to murder his wife and son. The three suspects denied the accusations. A Taiwanese man filed a complaint at the Crime Suppression Division (CSD) that he and his mother…
- World News
Taiwanese idol Gan Lian Mei’s cheeky strip show goes viral after Chinese baseball victory (video)
In a scene that left spectators astounded, the sexy net idol Gan Lian Mei, living up to her promise, performed a strip show on the sidelines of a triumphant national baseball match. The act quickly became a viral video, amassing over 700,000 views and garnering more than 15,000 likes. Gan Lian Mei, a popular Taiwanese net idol, had pledged to…
- Thailand News
Taiwanese singer-actress post-birth photo stirs controversy
Taiwanese singer-actress, Maxine Chi recently became a new mother following the birth of her first daughter. Chi and her husband flew to Canada a month in advance to prepare for the birth. The Taiwanese singer-actress posted the first picture after the birth, which showed her holding her newborn daughter against her chest, without a shirt on, which sparked some controversy…
- China News
Jilted John: Taiwanese bride abruptly cancels wedding mid-ceremony
A Taiwanese bride‘s wedding took an unexpected turn when she abruptly called off the ceremony mid-event, leaving the groom and guests stunned. The Taiwanese bride announced her decision on stage, before hastily leaving the venue, leaving behind a bewildered groom and shocked attendees. Weddings are considered a significant chapter in life, not only symbolising the culmination of a couple’s love…
- Thailand News
Four Thai ‘bastard police’ jailed for extorting money from Taiwanese actress
The Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct sentenced four Thai “bastard police” officers to five years in prison for extorting money from a Taiwanese actress. Taiwanese actress An Yu-Qing, also known as Charlene An, exposed corruption in the Royal Thai Police (RTP) in January this year and warned others about Thailand’s “bastard police.” An reported that she and her friends…
- Thailand News
Thailand to lift visa requirements for Taiwanese and Indian tourists
Thailand is set to lift visa requirements for tourists from India and Taiwan starting next month, lasting until May 2024. This move aims to attract more tourist influx as the peak season is on the horizon. This move follows in the footsteps of the decision made in September to abolish visa requirements for Chinese tourists, Thailand’s leading tourism market before…
- China News
Woman exposes sister-in-law’s affair during brother’s jail time
A Taiwanese woman recently uncovered her sister-in-law’s infidelity towards her incarcerated brother. The woman discovered the affair after her brother was imprisoned in April this year, and she shared the distressing details on her Facebook group. The woman explained that her sister-in-law started a relationship with another man soon after her brother was jailed. She became aware of this when…
- Business News
Thai-dal wave: Taiwanese electronics firms spark 30 billion baht boom in Thailand
The electronics industry of Thailand is set to experience significant growth as 20 new investments, amounting to 30 billion baht, have been approved by the Board of Investment (BoI). These investments are from Taiwan-based electronics firms that have shown intent to establish Thailand as their new export base. The BoI indicated that this move is particularly noteworthy for manufacturers of…
- World News
Taiwanese teacher recounts harassment during Kenyan trip
A 22 year old Taiwanese voluntary teacher faced harassment during her solo trip to a rural village in Kenya. Despite being beloved by her local primary school students, the teacher, Gigi, became a target for some local men who tracked and intimidated her with lewd remarks. More shockingly, one man kissed her while posing for a photo. In an interview…
- World News
20-year Taiwanese fraud case resurfaces in Thailand as suspect couple arrested
A high-profile fraud case from Taiwan was reignited in Thailand after the main culprits were arrested. The couple, alleged to have escaped from Taiwan over 20 years ago, were found operating fraudulent activities under new identities. The scandal originally unfolded in early 2000, resulting in a loss of approximately 4 billion baht for over 4,000 investors. The investigation into the…
- World News
Shower shock: Taiwanese woman’s viral exposé unveils boyfriend’s steamy secrets
A Taiwanese woman’s revelation that her boyfriend peed and masturbated in the shower while they were bathing together has gone viral in the online community. She took to social media to announce that her boyfriend inappropriately relieved himself while they showered leading to intense debate about personal boundaries within relationships. The issue was brought to light by a woman who…
- World News
Tablet reveals affair: Taiwanese man sues wife and her colleague over intimate photos
A Taiwanese man recently filed a lawsuit against his wife and her female colleague after discovering intimate photographs of the two on his wife’s tablet. The news report from the Taiwanese outlet CTWANT described the man’s astonishment when he came across the explicit images while preparing the device for his child’s use in school. The husband subsequently sued the pair…
- World News
Taiwanese singer and rapper becomes the victim of a leaked sex tape
Taiwanese singer and rapper Nana Liang, also known as Liang Yun Fei, has recently become the victim of a leaked sex tape. The video, which emerged on social media last week, shows her face and a tattoo on her arm. Due to the evidence, Liang has acknowledged that she is indeed the person in the controversial footage. Liang has admitted…
