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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 | Suvarnabhumi scrambles as Israel–Iran Tensions trigger 32 flight cancellations, Mongkolkit floats ‘Bangkok Can Fly’ Campaign, talking flying cars and “White-Skin” injections
Today we’ll be talking about how the conflict in Iran is affecting Thai nationals and visitors, in greater ASEAN news Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar is blaming zionists for a campaign to destabilize his administration, and a little later in more classic Thaiger fare, and influencer is seeking a full refund after a botched 400,000 baht nose job. Suvarnabhumi Scrambles as…
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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 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 | Anutin locks in a 300-seat supermajority coalition, Thai police and Meta remove 52,000 Facebook pages tied to scams and illegal services
Today we’ll be talking about the new supermajority coalition led by Prime Minister Anutin and what that means for the future of policy creation, poverty rates in Thailand climbing despite economic growth signals, and later we have some classic Thaiger tales in the form of lewd acts on beaches, foreign laughing gas smugglers, and a monk in hot water after…
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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 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 | over 30 injured in Trang double-decker bus crash, China announces rules for autonomous vehicles (self-driving cars)
In today’s news, a deadly bus crash in Trang, mass arrests in Krabi for illegal work permits, a Pattaya culture clash, and China’s new rules for self-driving cars. Over 30 Injured in Trang Double-Decker Bus Crash More than 30 people were injured in a serious road accident in Trang province when a double-decker tourist bus lost control and crashed into…
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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 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 shock: Anutin Charnvirakul powers up after big win, Pattaya ransom plot: two Indian tourists freed from condo after alleged kidnapping by compatriots
Today we’ll be talking about the election results over the weekend and the sweeping victory for a familiar face in Thai politics, a construction site scare as yet another crane collapses, this time in Asok, and a little later a major effort to relocate and reintegrate the homeless has been launched. Thailand’s Election Shock: Anutin Charnvirakul powers up after big…
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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 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 | Political parties aim to improve conditions for sex workers before election, Phuket’s iconic Big Buddha viewpoint readies to welcome visitors again
Today we’ll be talking about pledges from political parties to support sex workers amid ongoing elections, a Russian man going buck-wild on a Bangkok-bound flight, and a little later they say that French is the most romantic language, and apparently that translates into exhibitionism in the form of a Tuk-Tuk fook in Phuket. Political Parties Aim to Improve Conditions for…
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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 | 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 News | Rail services restart in Northeastern Thailand after deadly crane collapse, FIFA World Cup Trophy visits Bangkok, drawing football fans to ICONSIAM
Today we’ll be talking about rail services resuming following the deadly train collapse from a couple of weeks ago, a harrowing tale of a Finnish child being rescued from torment in Sa Kaeo, and a little later the World Cup has made it’s way to Thailand for an event at Icon Siam. Rail Services Restart in Northeastern Thailand After Deadly…
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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 | 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 | knife incident on Sukhumvit raises fresh public safety questions, Chiang Mai temple plans tourist ban after yoga session sparks outrage
Today we’ll be talking about a shocking knife-wielding incident that occurred on a crowded Sukhumvit road over the weekend, a controversial ruling over the death of a Thai man in America and the teen responsible for it, and a little later, believe or not despite some of these sensational headlines, crime in Bangkok has seen a significant drop over the…
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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…
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Thailand video news | American paraglider crashes into power pole on Koh Larn, British man arrested for traffic island stunt, indecency and yaba use in Phuket
In today’s Thailand video news, Jay brings you key stories from across Thailand and the wider region, ranging from dramatic adventure-sport accidents and record-setting Antarctic skydives to law-enforcement crackdowns and developments in space technology. The lineup includes an American paraglider crashing into a power pole on Koh Larn, Thailand’s flag-raising Antarctic skydiving record, a public indecency case in Phuket, the…
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Thailand video news | Southern Thailand petrol stations suffer multiple attacks, Children’s day military exhibitions draw big crowds across Thailand
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay cover the news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. The stories include a string of arson attacks at 11 petrol stations in the south of Thailand, Elon Musk’s Grok being blocked in multiple countries over sexually explicit deepfake concerns, and a little later serious issues warning to tourists over rabid monkey attacks.…
