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Thailand video news | Thailand sticks to its balancing act on Russia and Ukraine, Thailand reconsiders booze rules for weddings and cultural gatherings
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay cover news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. The stories include a British tourist starting a brawl with police in a 7-Eleven, a Japanese man found allegedly stabbed by ladyboys in Pattaya, and a little later, the Thai government is reconsidering alcohol bans for certain cultural events. Thailand Sticks to Its Balancing…
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Thailand News | Thailand expands fuel buffer as regional risks rise, Phuket moves to untangle work permit backlog
Today we’ll be talking about Thailand’s plans to create a fuel buffer as the fallout continues from Israel and America’s conflict with Iran, the government is simultaneously tightening visa scrutiny at the border while trying to expedite more than 100,000 work permits, and a little later cocaine, heroin, and scams oh my! As police crackdown on illegal activities that cross…
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Thailand News | Bahrain Evacuation brings Thai Nationals home without incident, medical drone trials slash delivery times to Remote Islands
In Thailand video news, Alex covers news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. Today we’ll be talking about a Thai evacuation from Bahrain and a Pattaya payment dispute, to a Koh Tao tourist chase, a fake robbery confession, and drones delivering medicine to remote islands. Bahrain Evacuation Brings Thai Nationals Home Without Incident Nine Thai nationals have returned home…
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Thailand News | Bangkok–London flights spike as Middle East disruptions squeeze seats, Chickenpox cluster triggers online classes at Thammasat Rangsit and a public-health probe
Today we’ll be talking about a spike in flights to and from Europe in the midst of the Middle Eastern conflict, petrol stations around Thailand seeing long queues as panic buying takes effect, and a little later GTA 6 drops early in Pattaya where a naked man has been linked to a speedboat theft attempt. Bangkok–London flights spike as Middle…
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Thailand News | Anutin puts evacuation plan on alert for Thais in Iran, Buriram Wedding turns heads as Thai Bride marries Two Austrian Grooms
In Thailand video news, Alex covers news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. The stories include evacuation alerts and street violence to transport changes, economic pressures, major sports, and human-interest headlines. Anutin Puts Evacuation Plan on Alert for Thais in Iran Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered emergency preparations to evacuate Thai nationals from Iran. All relevant agencies have…
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Thailand video news | Thailand’s Makha Bucha Day brings alcohol sales ban, TasteAtlas names Kanom Krok Thailand’s top dessert for 2026
In Thailand video news, Alex covers news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. The stories include a violent robbery in Pattaya with justice being served, Thaksin Shinawatra’s upcoming parole eligibility as his Pheu Thai party joins the ruling coalition, and, a little later, some high-profile murder cases with international ramifications. Pattaya Police Detain Four After German Tourist Reports Beachside…
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Thailand News | Border tension flares briefly near Si Sa Ket Patrol Route, ‘Thank You, Thailand’ travel recap trend takes off with tourists on TikTok
Today we’ll be talking about a flare up in tensions along the Cambodian border as a mortar round drops in Thai territory, an influencer’s advice on dodging police checkpoints stirs up some controversy, and a little later an up date on the ‘love guru’ monk who appears to have been juggling up to six women! Border Tension Flares Briefly Near…
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Thailand video news | Thai airport screening shake-up raises worker concerns, Singha extends F1 presence with multi-season TGR Haas partnership
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex covers stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. The headlines include a new airport screening policy set to roll out soon, Thailand’s ranking in global taxi scam complaints, and later, the strong online reaction to foreign travellers’ viral complaints about rude treatment in the country. Thai Airport Screening Shake-Up Raises Worker Concerns Ahead of…
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Thailand News | Krabi’s “cute monkey moment” turns into a hospital trip for German influencer, DLT warns motorists about fake “online licence” pages promising no exams
Today we’ll be talking about a monkey attack that left an influencer hospitalized, a cannabis scam foiled in Pattaya, and a little later some headlines made regarding interference in both Thai and American elections. Krabi’s “cute monkey moment” turns into a hospital trip for German influencer A German travel influencer said a beach trail in Krabi known for monkeys turned…
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Thailand News | polluted outfall causes alarm at Jomtien beach, digital renewal for driving licences to roll out in Thailand
Today we’ll be talking about sewage in the sea grossing out beachgoers in Jomtien, Cocaine worth millions seized in Phuket police raids, and a little later good news for motorists under the age of 55 looking to renew their driver’s licenses. Polluted Outfall Causes Alarm at Jomtien Beach Locals and holidaymakers at Jomtien Beach have raised concerns after a large…
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Thailand News | Thai man dies in detention after arrest for assaulting ex-girlfriend, Foreign tourists caught in Lewd Act video at Pattaya beach
Today we will talk about several major stories making headlines across Thailand and the region — including a Thai man who died in police detention after his arrest for assault, a series of controversial incidents involving foreign tourists in Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Pattaya, and the arrest of four Myanmar nationals over the fatal attack of an American man in…
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Thailand video news | Spanish couple accused of staging assault video in Chiang Mai, Phuket officials condemn racist behaviour after entry fee dispute
In Thailand video news, Jay covers stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. Today’s headlines include a staged assault clip in Chiang Mai, a minor quake in the north, police arrested over cannabis theft, and controversy in Phuket over racist behaviour. Spanish Couple Accused of Staging Assault Video in Chiang Mai A Spanish couple triggered outrage after posting a video…
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Thailand News | Russian man assaults Thai woman in Pattaya, Krabi installs heart-shaped traffic lights for Valentine’s day
In today’s episode we will be talking about a Russian arrested for assault in Pattaya, a stolen pickup tracked by GPS, an illegal doctor exposed, a bizarre fermented-fish protest in Bangkok, Krabi’s Valentine traffic lights, and a US$2.8 billion corporate shake-up in Malaysia. Russian Man Assaults Thai Woman in Pattaya A Russian man has been arrested in Pattaya after assaulting…
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Thailand News | shooting and hostage situation at Patong Prathan Khiriwat School (Hat Yai), Bangkok offers free Valentine’s Day marriage services
In todays stories I will be talking about a school hostage crisis in Hat Yai, a tourist found injured in Pattaya, major visa changes nationwide, Bangkok’s free Valentine weddings, new sugar rules, monks completing a 3,700-km peace walk, and Thailand’s corruption score falls. Shooting and Hostage Situation at Patong Prathan Khiriwat School (Hat Yai) On 11 February 2026, an 18-year-old…
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Thailand News | Thai election talks on hold pending official results, new taxi QR code system rolls out to help riders track and fare estimate
Today we’ll be talking about election coalition talks as well as debates over vote counting transparency, a suspect nabbed with rhino horns at Suvarnabhumi Airport, and a little later QR code systems are rolling out in Thai taxis just in time for the Chinese New Year travel rush. Thai Election Talks on Hold Pending Official Results Acting prime minister Anutin…
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Thailand video news | Thai anti-corruption body moves against 44 former MPs in section 112 matter, University students protest vote-count transparency in Pathum Thani
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay report on stories from across Thailand, including a major case involving 44 former MPs linked to alleged lèse-majesté violations, student protests over vote-count transparency, and later, a roundup of familiar Thaiger stories involving unusual incidents with foreigners around Thailand. Thai Anti-Corruption Body Moves Against 44 Former MPs in Section 112 Matter Thailand’s…
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Thailand News | Thailand’s election endgame: coalition horse-trading meets a make-or-break charter vote, Sbai goes street: traditional Thai draping returns as a viral denim-era fashion trend
Today we’ll be talking about the various possible election outcome scenarios coming this weekend, legendary Thai Action Star Tony Jaa’s ongoing battle with cancer is rallying national support, and a little later Sbai goes street, a viral fashion movement is flexing the muscles of Thai soft power. Thailand’s Election Endgame: Coalition Horse-Trading Meets a Make-or-Break Charter Vote With the 8…
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Thailand News | Thailand’s economy branded “Asia’s Sick Man” as growth slows, Thai taxi driver praised after sharing traditional desserts with Australian tourists
Today we’ll be talking about Thailand’s newly dubbed status as being the ‘Sick Man of Asia,’ allegations of election tampering and vote buying ahead of this weekend’s vote, and a little later, Thai influencers weigh in on the prospect of Disney in the land of smiles. Thailand’s Economy Branded “Asia’s Sick Man” as Growth Slows Analysts are labelling Thailand the…
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Thailand News | Pattaya bar guards assault tourist — video goes viral, Thai family welcomes foreigners who mistook funeral feast for restaurant
Today, we’ll look at a viral assault involving bar guards in Pattaya, a disturbing alleged sexual attack in Chon Buri, police action against illegal exhausts in Koh Samui, and a dramatic road confrontation in Phuket. We’ll also look beyond Thailand as Bali faces mounting waste problems, before ending on a lighter note with a heartwarming cultural mix-up at a rural…
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Thailand video news | Airport fees set to jump at Thailand’s biggest hubs, Thailand braces for punishing 2026 heat, with 43°C possible in the North
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay bring you the latest stories from Thailand and Southeast Asia.Today’s headlines include a planned hike in airport fees for international travellers, disturbing cases involving animals, extreme heat expected this summer, election-related alcohol bans, and key safety and crime updates. Airport fees set to jump at Thailand’s biggest hubs Airports of Thailand plans to…
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Thailand News | British tourist hurt in illegal paragliding mishap, travel guide: explore Thailand like Lisa
Today we’ll be talking about a deadly crash during a Royal Thai Air Force training mission, a British Tourist hurt in an illegal paragliding mishap, and a little later a Danish-Arab Influencer’s videos mocking Thai culture have gone viral. Sounds like bad news but don’t worry I’ve got some feel good stuff at the end of the show brought to…
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Thailand News | Bangkok to push work-from-home as PM2.5 soars, man in Ayutthaya escapes injury after stray bullets hit his pillow
Today we’ll be talking about the dangerous level of pollution in bangkok as the cities pushes for more work-from-home, Thai political parties riding nationalist currents amid border tensions, and a little later a Thai fugitive being extradited to the US for murder charges after nearly 30 years on the run. Bangkok to Push Work-From-Home as PM2.5 Soars Bangkok officials are…
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Thailand News | British National detained after wife fatally shot in Maha Sarakham, Pregnant woman rescues cat from Python in Nakhon Nayok backyard
Today we’ll be talking about some shocking shooting incidents stemming from domestic disputes, a Bangkok Cat Cafe facing an abuse probe after viral footage emerges, and a little later hide your panties, hide your drawers because there is an underwear thief on the loose. British National Detained After Wife Fatally Shot in Maha Sarakham A British man was taken into…
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Thailand News | Thailand brings back Covid-Era entry checks over Nipah worries, Chiang Mai and Phuket among top world destinations for solo travellers
Today we’ll be talking about new screening policies being rolled out at entry points in the case of a new viral threat, a drug bust in Koh Phangan over Labubu-shaped narcotics, and a little later a massive protest by delivery riders over the handling of an assault incident. Thailand Brings Back Covid-Era Entry Checks Over Nipah Worries Thailand has reinstated…
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Thailand Video News | Tourists clash at Chiang Rai’s white temple over photo rules, Naked Norwegian tourist causes stir on Pattaya beach
Today we’ll be talking about a violent clash between Thai’s and Taiwanese at a Chiang Rai landmark, serious allegations against a police officer involving a minor, and a shocking attack on a homeless man, but don’t worry, feel good news is on the way at the end to send you off into your weekend. Tourists Clash at Chiang Rai’s White…
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Thailand News | Family of 16 left stranded in China after costly travel scam, Chon Buri vendor refuses refund after customer overpays
Today we’ll be talking about a Thai family left stranded in China after a major travel scam, a final destination moment involving a steel bars falling off a truck and smashing vehicles behind it, and a little later bizarre cases involving ladyboy permission slips and alien species marriage proposals. Family of 16 Left Stranded in China After Costly Travel Scam…
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Thailand video news | IHG to add nearly 40 hotels to Thai portfolio in 3–5 years, Thailand to host inaugural women’s FIFA series 2026
In Thailand video news, Jay reports on stories from across the country. Highlights include a tourism boom with dozens of new hotels planned, a missing Scottish visitor in Bangkok, an arrest in a Hua Hin hotel murder, sexual assault allegations in the nightlife scene, a major women’s FIFA event coming to Thailand, and a crocodile captured near residential homes. IHG…
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Thailand video news | Thailand’s naturist resort garners online attention, Nationwide cell broadcast alert scheduled for 2 pm
In Thailand video news, Alex brings you the latest stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. Today’s headlines range from a little-known naturist resort suddenly going viral to serious allegations of police corruption. We also look at growing debate over Thailand’s role in international diplomacy, renewed concerns about construction safety, and a viral moment that briefly brought traffic to a…
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Thailand video news | Construction crane collapse on Rama II road kills two, Thailand introduces muay Thai visa to support international students
Today we’ll be talking about the two crane collapses in as many days and the company behind these disasters, plus, leading Thai political parties are vowing to reclassify cannabis in an effort to make the plant medical use only, and later on we’ll talk about the pea soup pollution that is currently plaguing the country. Don’t worry though, still some…
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Thailand News|Massive crane collapse in Korat trains claims dozens of lives,Thailand sees strong tourist numbers in early 2026, Thailand’s night markets shine in global rankings
Today we’ll be giving you an update on the horrifying crane collapse that claimed dozens of lives yesterday, the United States is officially halting visa processing for Thai applicants in less than a week, and a little later we’ll try to brighten your day with news about tourism numbers, exotic wildlife, and Thailand’s thriving night markets. Massive Crane Collapse in…
