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Sam Smith’s “Thrill of it All” Koh Samui Motorcycle Tour | Thailand News Today
English popstar Sam Smith caused quite a stir among his Thai fans after pictures emerged of his recent holiday in Koh Samui in the southern province of Surat Thani. The singer, famous for his breakthrough single “Latch,” was snapped on a motorcycle around the island where it appeared he is in Thailand for more than just “The Thrill of it…
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Thai PM wants Red Bull heir found ASAP | GMT
In today’s episode, Thai man fakes his own death in unique marriage proposal, Downhill cycling banned in Doi Inthanon National Park, Screening for drunk driving to reduce new year holiday road deaths, a Gold thief begs for freedom after being trapped by security door, PM wants ‘Boss’ found.
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Thailand offers free entry to museums and parks during New Year | Thailand News Today
As a holiday gift to the public, Thailand’s Fine Arts Department is opening all national museums and historical sites in the kingdom for free between December 30, 2022 to January 2, 2023. In a new exhibition opening on December 30, centuries-old gold jewelry from the ancient Ayutthaya period will be on display at the Chao Sam Phraya National Museum in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya. The unveiling of the exhibition…
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Bangkok Amongst Best Places to Celebrate New Years | GMT
In today’s episode, Christmas Eve raid finds 40 underage pub patrons drinking, Corpse wearing Royal Thai Navy shirt is a fisherman, not a HTMS Sukhothai sailor, Hongkongers to pay 4.5 baht for plastic bags, PM calls for NYE caution and City a top 10 NYE party spot.
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Air pollution at unsafe levels in Bangkok | GMT
In today’s episode, Giving sports a fighting chance, Record number of Thai people traveling abroad, Air pollution at unsafe levels in Bangkok, Knifed in the neck for disrespecting mum, Khao San New Year countdown cancelled.
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Grease is the Word: Brighton College Student Musical Extravaganza!
Brighton College is proud to present a spectacular musical performance based on the iconic Grease movie! attended by students from Year 7 to Year 13, performing classic songs and iconic dance moves from the movie, plenty of energy and enthusiasm, so make sure you don’t miss out on this amazing show!
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The World’s First Thai Carnival Theme Park | Carnival Magic
https://youtu.be/ZvzScwzVfhU Join Natty Warisa and Jay at the world’s first Thai carnival theme park, Carnival Magic. By the same creators as Phuket Fantasea, Carnival Magic is a night time theme park unlike no other. Carnival Magic is the crowning jewel in nighttime entertainment on the resort island of Phuket. Spanning over 40 acres and awash with dazzling colors and…
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Defying Thai beauty standards ft. Anchilee Scott-Kemmis | Thaiger Podcast Ep. 17
Meet Anchilee Scott-Kemmis, a Thai-Australian model and Miss Universe Thailand 2021 who defied Thai beauty standards and campaigned for what she believed in. By being a strong advocate for body positivity and diversity with her #RealSizeBeauty social movement, Anchilee became a big source of hope for many Thai women and young girls who have felt pressured by the existing beauty…
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The pink flower lake in Thailand that you never knew about | GMT
In today’s episode, Thai police arrest 4 men for making homemade guns and selling them online, Thailand creates new department to tackle climate change, Pink lilies pull hundreds of thousands of tourists to northeast Thailand lake, Nepal releases Pattaya’s ‘bikini killer’ – Charles ‘the Serpent’ Sobhraj, Thai police make 12,000 gambling arrests during World Cup 2022.
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Thailand News Today | Thailand ranked 4th for least corrupt country in Asia
Starting off with some incredible news, Thailand is ranked 35th in the world and 4th in Asia in the U.S. News‘ “Least Corrupt Countries” list. Yesterday, American media company U.S. News released its annual “Best Countries” ranking, featuring 73 countries all over the world. Data was collected from a worldwide survey with more than 17,000 participants. Countries are ranked…
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New Year’s weed parties illegal | GMT
In today’s episode, Alcohol banned from festive gift baskets in Thailand, DTAM to cannabis vendors: New Year’s weed parties illegal, Tourism groups in South Korea sign deals with TAT, AoT app expanding: flight info, taxis, shopping and more, Iconic Bangkok road sees staff shortage as tourists return.
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Thailand News Today | Drivers switch places in moving bus in western Thailand, 11 tourists injured
Phuket is getting ready for the annual road safety campaign known as ‘Seven Days of Danger.’ The campaign will be held around the New Year from December 29 to January 4. Phuket Vice Governor chaired a meeting about the campaign at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday. Officials will use various strategies to improve road safety during the campaign. These include prosecuting…
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Thailand News Today | Thailand to promote tourism to Pattaya in new campaign
Thailand is gearing up to focus on promoting the beach town of Pattaya as part of its new tourism campaign. Known as the country’s “sin city”, it will reportedly be part of the “Amazing Thailand, Amazing New Chapters” campaign put forth by the Tourism Authority of Thailand. Partnering with Tiger Airline, the authority will launch the “Fresh Up Chonburi Family…
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UK Tesco accused of using slave labour in Thailand | GMT
In today’s episode, Pheu Thai Party wants to reform tourism, cut red tape, UK Tesco accused of using slave labour in Thailand, Thailand leads BBC travel destination poll, Navy ship sinks in the Gulf of Thailand, 84 rescued, 1 dead, 21 missing, Thailand to open all land border crossings next year.
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Thailand News Today I Devastating Navy ship sinks in the Gulf of Thailand, 73 rescued, 33 missing
The Royal Thai Navy‘s HTMS Sukhothai sank in the Gulf of Thailand last night, around 20 miles from the coast of Prachuap Khiri Khan province, with 106 navy personnel on board. Navy vessels, tug boats, and oil tankers rescued 73 crew members from the water, three of whom are in critical condition, and are still searching for 33 missing Marines.…
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Winning the Masterchef Thailand title ft. Angkrit Chuer-am | Thaiger Podcast Ep.16
https://youtu.be/tecbB4mCNEE Angkrit Chuer-am, the winner of Masterchef Thailand Season 5, known for his calm and collected demeanor, Angkrit has consistently wowed the judges and even his competitors with his creative culinary skills throughout the whole season. Despite never having any formal culinary training, Angkrit’s obsession to understand how food is prepared and cooked, combined with his innate leadership skills has…
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Massive surge of Japanese restaurants in Thailand | GMT
In today’s episode, Bill committee removes the section stating cannabis isn’t a narcotic, Online system to control cannabis bud sales will be ready next year, Thai people wishing the princess well, Massive surge of Japanese restaurants in Thailand, Phuket cashes in as tourists return.
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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…
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Thailand News Today | TAT reveals top things tourists like to do in Thailand
Eating Thai food, Thai massage and spa treatments, going to the beach and visiting historical sites are the most popular activities among foreign tourists, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). A survey, conducted by the TAT, shows that 90.75% want to eat Thai food, followed by 48.23% who want to experience Thai traditional massage and spas, 48.12% prefer…
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The Ultimate Showdown of Youth Football Talent | BISP Soccer 7’s
The BISP Soccer 7’s is back and it is bigger and better than ever! After a two-year hiatus, the international school football tournament is returning to Phuket, Thailand. This international school soccer tournament, which has been running for many years, is one of the oldest and longest-standing events in the region. It brings together teams from all across Asia and…
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Thailand News Today | Thai policewoman arrests her own Facebook impersonator
A Thai policewoman has arrested her own Facebook impersonator in what seems to be a gratifying moment for the officer. Police say the woman created a fake Facebook profile impersonating the policewoman and proceeded to steal around 400,000 baht from her online acquaintances. The senior policewoman, Kanjira Norsan, a Crime Suppression Subdivision inspector, arrested Natthaya Khomaram in a rented…
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E-visas now available in 38 cities, 23 countries | GMT
E-visas are now available in 38 cities, and 23 countries, Life is about to get easier for pedestrians in Bangkok, Thailand’s weather may require warmer clothes over the next seven days, and Bangkok runs a Hidden Temples tour while Deep South restores temples.
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Thailand News Today | Overstaying former pro footballer arrested for hawking lottery tickets
American and Chinese nationals have made the most applications for Thailand’s 10-year Long Term Resident (LTR) visa since its launch in September, according to the secretary-general of the Board of Investment (BOI). Thailand introduced the LTR visa on September 1, 2022, to lure ‘high potential,’ talented foreigners and investors from around the world into the kingdom to boost Thailand’s…
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You Can Buy Counterfeit Thai Banknotes on Facebook | GMT
Fearless Facebook page sells counterfeit banknotes, Thailand’s Full Moon Party attracts 12,000 tourists, Pattaya police warn unlicensed street marijuana sellers on Walking Street.
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The Ultimate Thrill & Chill, Day & Night Place in Phuket | Blue Tree Phuket
Join Natty Warisa and Jay in the ultimate thrill and chill, day and night venue in Phuket, the Blue Tree Phuket. Originally known for its fun filled activities, which include cliff jumping, ziplining, wakeboarding, paddle boarding and is home to Thailand’s longest slider, the iconic Super Fly,Blue Tree Phuket has now evolved to becoming one of the best entertainment hubs…
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Dancing to the rhythm of her own beat ft. Sophie Indracusin | Thaiger Podcast EP.15
https://youtu.be/TrScnrYXytc Sophie Indracusin, a Thai-French actress, singer, and one of the most sought-after dancers and choreographers in Thailand. She’s been shining bright in the limelight since the age of 14 and has worked with various television shows and dramas for Channel 7 as main role characters. And at just 24, Sophie founded her own dancing company, Rhythmique Dance Camp, where…
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Thailand News Today | Immigration Police to Revise Visa Extension Criteria
The Immigration Bureau will revise its criteria for visa extension to prevent foreign criminals from citing their “study or foundations” as an excuse to prolong their stay in the country. The commissioner of the Immigration Bureau, said it would have a working group to revise criteria for visa extension and the revision would concern the foreigners who reported their necessity…
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Bangkok could hit lows of 18°C next week | GMT
TABBA requests 4am closing time during the festive season, Beastly reptile crocs the world of a small village in southern Thailand, Pattaya officials continue to struggle with the homeless problem and Bangkok could hit lows of 18°C next week.
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Patong Hill road to reopen to all on christmas day| GMT
Christmas present to Phuket motorists: Patong Hill road to reopen. Thailand teaches Indonesia how to legalize cannabis. Pheu Thai clarifies the wage-hike pledge. 23 military students were hospitalized after being trained too hard. – all are coming up today.
