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Thailand video news | Iran confirms strike on Thai-flagged ship in Hormuz, Four Chinese nationals escape suspected trafficking route in Tak
Today we’ll be talking about Thai airways plans to increase ticket prices in the face of higher fuel costs, a drunken Pattaya clash that ends with an American soldier fighting police, and a little later some good news with ambitious promises to end scam centers combined with scam center rescues. Iran confirms strike on Thai-flagged ship in Hormuz Iran has…
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Thailand video news | Cargo vessel evacuated after attack Near Hormuz, Songkran 2026 Toll Waiver planned for key motorways
Today we’ll be talking about the Thai-flagged shipping vessel that was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, an Air India hard landing at Phuket airport disrupting runway operations, and a little later Don Mueang airport is getting ready automated passport screening to 24/7 service. Cargo Vessel Evacuated After Attack Near Hormuz A Thai-flagged cargo ship was abandoned after coming under…
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Thailand News | Thailand says fuel supply is stable despite market jitters, Koh Chang monkeys cleared in tourist key mix-up
Today we’ll be talking about the government’s response to the increasingly volatile fuel market supply, a Thai actress’s husband that’s been accused of creating a multi-billion baht crypto fraud scam, and a little later a monk’s attempt at purchasing beer as stirred some debate online. Thailand Says Fuel Supply Is Stable Despite Market Jitters Thai officials said there is no…
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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 | 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 | 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 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 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 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…
