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Thailand Video News | Thai-EU visa-free agreement in the works, Motorbike and Car taxi drivers brawl in Pattaya
In this video, Alex and Jay delve into a series of recent events capturing Thailand’s dynamic landscape. From diplomatic negotiations to local conflicts and legal crackdowns, Thailand is experiencing a whirlwind of headlines. Join us as we explore Thailand’s pursuit of a visa-free agreement with the EU, clashes between cabbies and their customers in Pattaya, a traffic accident involving massive…
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Thailand Video News | MFP could face dissolution over lese majeste, Songkran sees alcohol sale restrictions
In this video, Alex and Jay delve into a diverse array of news stories in Thailand, each with its own unique impact. From impending alcohol sales restrictions during Songkran for safety considerations, to the profound influence this festival holds over the Thai economy, viewers will gain insight into current affairs. Amidst the headlines, they discuss a local man’s astonishing survival…
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Thailand Video News | Airlines slash Songkran fares 20%, Thailand declares Ramadan start on March 12
In this video, Jay delivers updates on the latest developments across the nation. Thailand unveils ambitious plans for film development, accompanied by a significant funding proposal of $200 million. Meanwhile, airline companies are grabbing attention as they reduce ticket prices for the upcoming Songkran festivities. Tragically, a farmer in Uthai Thani succumbs to smoke inhalation while burning grass. Additionally, Thailand’s…
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Thailand Video News | Formula-E coming to Thailand, Cannabis reform sparks controversy
In this video, Alex and Jay cover the latest news in Thailand. Beginning with Formula-E’s imminent arrival sparks excitement in Thailand, while cannabis reform stirs controversy. Severe thunderstorms loom, and a floating ‘hand’ surprises locals. France offers assistance to enhance the Thai aviation experience. Formula-E is coming to the land of smiles The Government of Thailand, under Prime Minister…
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Thailand Video News | 10 million+ sought medical attention for pollution in 2023, Formula One coming to Thailand?
Stay informed with Alex and Jay as they cover Thailand’s top stories. From the Prime Minister’s trade-focused international tour to arrests in Chon Buri after a drugs and firearms raid, we’ve got you covered. Plus, learn about the impact of pollution on public health and efforts to protect Thailand’s beaches. Don’t miss the latest on a daring red panda rescue…
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Thailand Video News | Swiss man assaults Thai woman, Belarusian tourist rescued from Phuket jungles
In today Thailand video news, Alex and Jay cover the stories across the country. Beginning with Thailand’s inaugural cell broadcast service test, a distressing altercation between a Swiss man and a Thai woman, the safe rescue of a lost tourist in Phuket’s jungles, a shocking incident of flag theft in Phuket, a miraculous rescue of a fisherman trapped in a drain…
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Thailand Video News | Bangkok Brawl between Filipino and Thai trans groups, Tesla eyes Thailand for new EV factory
In this video, Alex and Jay delve into the latest news in Thailand. Beginning with a brawl between Thai and Filipino trans groups erupts in Bangkok, while Elon Musk eyes the country for a new EV factory. In a surprising turn, former PM Yingluck Shinawatra is acquitted by the Supreme Court, amidst a backdrop of political tension. Meanwhile, two extraordinary…
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Thailand Video News | Swiss man’s tripping incident ignites online outrage, Government announces new airport infrastructure plan
In this video, join Alex and Jay cover the news across the nation. Beginning with Thailand repatriated 900 Chinese nationals involved in scams from Myanmar. A Swiss tripping incident in Phuket sparked uproar on Thai social media. Road rage led to gunfire at the wrong car. Thailand plans significant airport infrastructure investments. Thai police focus on combating foreign mafia activities. Foreigners soon can use surrogacy services…
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Thailand Video News | PM surprise airport inspection doesn’t go well, Bangkok breathes easier with PM 2.5 reduction
Stay up to date on the latest news in Thailand as Alex and Jay present news from across the country. The nation experiences a notable decrease in harmful PM2.5 air pollutants, governmental concerns over airport inefficiencies, the harrowing tale of a teenage mother’s abusive behavior towards her child, and HBO’s ‘White Lotus’ puts Thailand in the spotlight. Bangkok can breathe…
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Thailand Video News | Air Japan flight cancellation domino effect, Japanese man accused of uranium trafficking
Stay up to date with the latest news from Thailand, as Alex and Jay bring you the headlines shaping the nation. Exploring a range of stories making waves across the country: Air Japan flight cancellation domino effect, Japanese man accused of uranium trafficking, Kamala beach wastewater problem, American escapes jail time following Trip Advisor review, and misinterpreted Social Media Post. …
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Thailand Video News | Man confesses to murdering wife after reporting her missing, Businesses brace for minimum wage hike
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex delves into a myriad of pressing issues capturing the nation’s attention. From the concerning proposal to raise the minimum wage, sparking worries among Thai businesses, to the shocking confession of a wife’s murder in Chachoengsao, each headline highlights significant developments. Additionally, a high-ranking police official facing charges linked to online gambling, a new policy…
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Thailand Video News | Woman missing after fight with husband, Man loses 10,000 baht after sex with stranger
In today’s headline news, Alex cover a series of events unfolds across Thailand. Beginning with Thai man loses 10,000 baht after sex with woman met on roadside, a 19-year-old woman, fights against the unauthorized sharing of explicit videos online. Tragedy strikes with the drowning of 10-year-old Veerawat in the Mekong River, prompting urgent calls for safety measures. Concerns deepen over…
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Thailand Video News | Taylor Swift causes rift between Singapore and Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra released from jail
In this video, Alex and Jay delve into the latest news from Thailand, covering a range of stories, including the release of Thailand’s former Prime Minister, raising questions about justice. As Thailand braces for a heatwave, caution is urged amid soaring temperatures. Additionally, a Chinese national narrowly escapes an attempted murder near Pattaya, while concerns escalate over exotic pet ownership.…
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Thailand Video News | 500,000 Baht Medical Insurance for Tourists, Man seeks jail time for welfare
In this video, Alex and Jay dive into the latest from Thailand, tackling stories that range from a man using theft as an escape from family drama, to the country’s new tourist insurance scheme, pollution battles, Mike Tyson’s cannabis business, and a bizarre revival after death. They’re here to give you the scoop on Thailand’s current affairs, covering everything from…
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Thailand News Today | Thai man gets married for 14th time, KFC’s romantic(?) fried chicken ring
Bangkok battles severe air quality dip prompting remote work Bangkok experienced severe air quality issues on February 14, with high levels of PM2.5 particulate matter recorded in most districts. This led the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to urge state agencies and private entities to facilitate remote working for their personnel for two days. Despite this, schools remained open, as safe…
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Thailand News Today | Cannabis bill paused for public discourse, Ex-PM Thaksin to be released from jail early
Thailand’s jailed former Prime Minister is set to be released from prison early Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, a pivotal figure in the country’s political landscape, is set to be released from prison following parole approval, just six months after ending his 15-year self-imposed exile. His return and subsequent sentencing to eight years for charges including corruption, which was…
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Thailand News Today | German Man’s Fatal Flight, The Kingdom experienced a population decline
A couple went viral for all the wrong reasons over the weekend in Pattaya Pattaya Beach, often referred to as Thailand’s “Sin City” due to its notorious nightlife and adult entertainment venues, has once again become the center of controversy following the public fornication of a tourist couple. Captured in a video shared on Facebook, the naked pair was seen…
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Thailand News Today | Sedan falls into pit in Bangkok, Hazardous levels of ultrafine dust
The Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) has urged the Bank of Thailand to consider reducing interest rates at its next meeting, despite the economy showing signs of recovery. The TCC, led by chairman Sanan Angubolkul, highlighted the economy’s vulnerability to challenges such as geopolitical issues, the impact of the Israel-Hamas conflict on shipping and energy prices, and the pressure on…
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Alarming rise in diabetes cases hits the nation, Health Control Office reports
The Health Control Office (HCO) in Songkhla province reported an alarming increase in diabetes cases among Thai citizens. The statistics suggest a surge of diabetic patients from 4,980 in 2021, 5,148 last year, and 5,396 this year in the health area 12 alone. The highest prevalence is found in Phatthalung with 7,555 cases, followed by Trang and Songkhla with 6,820…
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Heartwarming story: Food delivery driver apologises for spilled meal
A food delivery rider‘s heartfelt response after accidentally spilling a customer’s meal has touched the hearts of netizens worldwide. The incident, shared by TikTok user @Kiksri888, shows the rider apologising for the mishap, offering to compensate for the spilt food. The video clip, captured by a security camera, reveals the rider confessing to the customer that the meal he delivered…
- Pattaya News
Pattaya’s new police chief pledges to prioritise tourists’ safety
Pattaya has a new police chief in town. The new chief, Pol. Col. Thanapong Phothi, pledged to prioritise tourists’ safety when he joined Pattaya Police Station yesterday. A crowd of police officers, city officials, and business people happily welcomed Thanapong. Thanapong is a long-time Pattaya dweller, who has previously served in other roles in and around the city. He said…
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Eastern Thailand province suffers smoke from Cambodian forest fires
A province in eastern Thailand is suffering from smoke due to Cambodian forest fires. Smoke from the fires has drifted across the border into large parts of Trat province, with Trat’s governor receiving complaints from the main city district, as well as Klong Yai and Bo Rai districts, Naewna reported yesterday. The governor, Chamnanwit Teerat, said the governors of Cambodia’s…
- Tourism News
Pattaya tourism now close to pre-Covid levels, association says
Tourism in Southeast Asia’s sin city of Pattaya is now close to pre-Covid levels, according to the Pattaya Entertainment Association. The association’s secretary-general, Damrongkiat Pinijkarn, said that tourism is now at 80-90% compared to pre-pandemic levels. Damrongkiat said that on Pattaya’s most buzzing road, Walking Street, over 90% of venues have already reopened. He noted that venues on the road…
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Thai woman alleges ex-husband kidnapped her daughter
A Thai woman alleges that her ex-husband kidnapped her two year old daughter. The woman, 25 year old Pornapha ‘Pim’ Thankew told The Thaiger that on Sunday, January 1, her ex came to her house in the northeast Surin province to pick up their daughter. He told her that he was taking their daughter, Apichaya ‘Ung-Ing’ Thankew, to an ordination…
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Russian tourists spot foreigner’s body floating off Pattaya beach
Russian tourists spotted a foreigner’s body floating off a Pattaya beach as they were sunbathing on Monday. A hotel clerk said the tourists rushed to tell him to call the police after they discovered the body floating in the sea. Pattaya Police and rescuers arrived to retrieve the man’s body at Wong Amat Beach in front of Soi 16 in…
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Tourist collapses and dies on Pattaya’s major party road
A tourist tragically collapsed and died on Pattaya’s major party road, Walking Street, in the early hours of yesterday morning. Dozens of witnesses watched as the man suddenly collapsed in front of a strip of beer bars. The man collapsed without making any noise and hit his head hard on the pavement. Rescuers tried to provide CPR, but the man…
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Chinese man falls to death from Pattaya hotel
Tragedy struck Pattaya when a Chinese man fell to his death at a hotel late last night. Police and rescuers found the body of 33 year old tour agent Chen Pu Lin in a pool of blood on a walkway of the Mantra Pura Hotel in Bang Lamung district. Lin was dressed only in his underwear. Investigators also found blood…
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Taxi mafias allegedly assault Pattaya Bolt drivers
A group of taxi mafias allegedly assaulted two Pattaya Bolt drivers on Sunday. The Bolt drivers, 39 year old Kriengsak Tubtimtong and 40 year old Somchai Thongdee, said the incident happened in the Naklua sub-district of Chon Buri’s Bang Lamung district. Kriengsak, told Pattaya Police that he and Somchai had planned to peacefully resolve a territorial conflict between them and…
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Tour boat allegedly leaves Russian family stranded on island off Pattaya
Tour boat allegedly left Russian family stranded, photo by The Pattaya News. A tour boat company allegedly left a Russian family of six stranded on an island off Pattaya yesterday. Thai media reported that there were four adults and two children in the family. The family, who remained anonymous to the press, said they rented a speedboat only identified by…
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Chinese Tourists Returning to Thailand Soon? Exciting Opportunities Ahead | GMT
In today’s episode, a coffee shop in Bangkok learned the hard way about a new twist on the classic overpayment scam. A district chief, village chief, community leader and a resident in the Chiang Dao district of Chiang Mai province have been charged with stealing a Thai identity to create a Thai ID card for a Chinese woman. A Hua Hin Airport security guard accidentally shot and killed himself with a pen…
