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  • Pattaya police chief transferred for fining vape carrying Chinese touristsPattaya police chief transferred for fining vape carrying Chinese tourists | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Pattaya police chief transferred for fining vape carrying Chinese touristsPattaya police chief transferred for fining vape carrying Chinese tourists | Thailand News Today

    PM2.5 levels unsafe in 53 provinces, and Bangkok PM2.5 dust levels above the safe limit of 50 microgrammes per cubic metre were reported in 53 provinces across the country, including Bangkok and its suburbs, on Wednesday morning. The worst hit area was in tambon Lat Yai of Muang district in Samut Sakhon province, with harmful levels of PM2.5 dust particles…

  • Thailand Elite Card Scandal and Controversy | GMT | Thaiger

    Thailand Elite Card Scandal and Controversy | GMT

    In today’s episode, Thailand Elite Card Scandal and Controversy, Rolling Loud Thailand 2023 is coming to Songkran Festival in Pattaya, Koh Samui booms as over 200,000 tourists visit the popular island in January, Bangkok public bus condemned by Singaporean tourist, and Chinese tourists wrongly fined 60,000 baht for carrying vapes, says law expert.

  • Thai Police confess to extorting & taking bribes from Taiwanese Actress | GMT | Thaiger

    Thai Police confess to extorting & taking bribes from Taiwanese Actress | GMT

    In today’s episode, Thailand Post’s delayed service makes student lose scholarship, Thai Police confess to extorting & taking bribes from Taiwanese Actress, Truck smoke targeted over PM2.5 pollution, Remorseful husband says wife can burn ‘penis’ with ‘hot iron’ if she catches him gambling again, Transwoman complains after being banned by Bangkok bar, and Woman climbs onto car to stop husband…

  • Thai police admit extorting money from Taiwanese actress | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Thai police admit extorting money from Taiwanese actress | Thailand News Today

    Thai police admit extorting money from Taiwanese actress The compulsive melodrama continues between a Taiwanese actress and the “bastard police” who allegedly extorted 27,000 baht. In the latest episode of the compelling drama, it turns out the Royal Thai Police (RTP), are in fact lying. Late last week the RTP denied extorting money from An Yu-Qing ( 安于晴), also known as Charlene…

  • First Thai Magician on America’s Got Talent ft. Patrick Kun | Thaiger Podcast Ep.22 | Thaiger

    First Thai Magician on America’s Got Talent ft. Patrick Kun | Thaiger Podcast Ep.22

    https://youtu.be/_1_-C4GH8Mg   Patrick Kun, is the first Thai national who has worked up close and personal with world-renowned magicians, such as David Copperfield and David Blaine, designing props, illusions, and stage setups. Patrick has made a name for himself by creating amazing impromptu visual magic, using slight pan techniques to make each effect as visual as possible without utilizing any…

  • Come home soon, Thaksin, and go to jail – ex-minister | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Come home soon, Thaksin, and go to jail – ex-minister | Thailand News Today

    Come home soon, Thaksin, and go to jail – ex-minister An ex-Democrat minister and legal expert mocked Tuesday’s suggestion by fugitive former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra that he might come home soon. On Thursday, Nipit Intarasombat, an MP for Phatthalung, said Thaksin could fly anywhere in the world but if he touches down in Thailand, he’ll land in jail. Nipit was responding to Thaksin’s baseless contention on…

  • Police Scams and Scandals in Thailand | GMT | Thaiger

    Police Scams and Scandals in Thailand | GMT

    https://youtube.com/live/GcRzQvUDVvQ?feature=share In today’s episode, Australia returns 9 ancient Buddha statues to Thailand after 112 years, Police Scams and Scandals in Thailand, the UN recognises princess’ work, Year in Search 2022 – Thailand, and Chinese women in ‘escort clip’ has left.

  • Bolt vs Win motorbike taxi gang violence continues in Pattaya | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Bolt vs Win motorbike taxi gang violence continues in Pattaya | Thailand News Today

    Pattaya prepares for return of Chinese tour groups Cities across Thailand continue to prepare for the expected rise in the number of Chinese tourists to the kingdom. Pattaya is preparing for Chinese tour groups to finally return to the renowned party city. On Tuesday, Pattaya Mayor kh. Poramase met with the Thai-Chinese Tourism Association to discuss how best to accommodate the influx of Chinese tourists to the city.…

  • Lifeguards save foreign tourist from drowning in Pattaya | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Lifeguards save foreign tourist from drowning in Pattaya | Thailand News Today

      Sawasdee by AoT app adding e-payment, calendar The “Sawasdee by AoT” app is continuing to grow, with new features stretching outside the scope of airports. The app will enable tourists to pay for goods and services outside of airports. They are also gathering information and event details in the next three months to create regional calendars for tourists to know what’s going on…

  • Thief leaves an apology note in Chiang Mai, Thailand | GMT | Thaiger

    Thief leaves an apology note in Chiang Mai, Thailand | GMT

    In today’s episode, More European tourists than Chinese in Hua Hin, officials say, MP says cannabis helps reduce Yaba addicts in Bangkok, Thief leaves an apology note in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Outcry over police VIP airport escort service

  • 3 Chinese men were deported for illegally opening a restaurant in Bangkok | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    3 Chinese men were deported for illegally opening a restaurant in Bangkok | Thailand News Today

    3 Chinese men were deported for illegally opening a restaurant in Bangkok Immigration Bureau officers raided the Chaosan Osha Chinese restaurant on the Rama 9 Road in the Huay Kwang district of Bangkok. Officers reported that they found three Chinese citizens at the restaurant. 1 of them was believed to be the owner and was arrested while working on the restaurant’s…

  • You can’t ‘buy anything from the Thai police’ | GMT | Thaiger

    You can’t ‘buy anything from the Thai police’ | GMT

    In today’s episode, Grab Thailand signs up for government’s tax rebate shopping, Bonchon set for expansion with 200M baht, You can’t ‘buy anything from the Thai police’ – PM’s Office, Airport testing shows Covid numbers on arrival ‘very low’

  • Thailand Startup Pitch Competition | Thaiger Cage | Thaiger

    Thailand Startup Pitch Competition | Thaiger Cage

    The Thaiger launched a new start-up technology pitch event ‘The Thaiger Cage’ on 16th January 2023 at the Conrad Bangkok. It is a special prequel to the Thailand Tourism Forum (TTF) 2023, the country’s leading annual hospitality event. This event featured 5 Thailand-based start-ups who have specifically developed hospitality or tourism digital products or apps, pitching to 3 expert judges…

  • Is BMW really Thailand’s favourite car? | GMT | Thaiger

    Is BMW really Thailand’s favourite car? | GMT

    In today’s episode, Is BMW really Thailand’s favourite car?, China gives green light to Chinese tour groups, Sex Workers Bill will protect Thailand’s most-exploited, Taking aim at violent, sex offenders, and Maiden Flydubai direct Pattaya flight arrives

  • Celebrating Chinese New Year 2023 in Style | Thaiger

    Celebrating Chinese New Year 2023 in Style

    https://youtu.be/LY8GZYarzFk Join us at Siam Paragon Mall for an unforgettable Chinese New Year Celebration in 2023! Experience the thrill of the traditional tiger and lion dances. The spectacular Indigo green mountain dance show all the way from china and marvel at the decorations set up all around the Siam Paragon mall. There are a wide variety of fun activities that…

  • Thai Ring Announcing and Fitness ft. Mark Abbott | Thaiger Podcast Ep.21 | Thaiger

    Thai Ring Announcing and Fitness ft. Mark Abbott | Thaiger Podcast Ep.21

    https://youtu.be/GSC0FR_Bm9Q Mark Abbott. Fitness Youtuber, MC, Combat sports, Ring announcer, and One of the Voices of the world-famous Muay Thai boxing venue, Lumpinee Stadium. Mark came to Thailand 17 years ago and is one of the top bilingual MCs and Fitness Youtubers in the country. We sit with him today to talk about his journey to becoming the voice of…

  • A Pattaya bar owner punched a Russian in the face over a 60 baht bill | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    A Pattaya bar owner punched a Russian in the face over a 60 baht bill | Thailand News Today

      A Pattaya bar owner allegedly punched a Russian tourist in the face over a 60 baht bill The Russian man was identified only as “Michel,” and was reportedly on the ground and unconscious when police arrived at the scene. Kh. Jane, the 53 year old owner of the Bonzi Bar in South Pattaya, apparently didn’t back down from admitting…

  • All you need to know about Chinese new year in Thailand | GMT | Thaiger

    All you need to know about Chinese new year in Thailand | GMT

    In today’s episode, Commuters face railway woes, New public park in Bangkok to open after removal of 2 squatters, Thai man uses soy sauce to fake suicide, hoping to win wife back, Himalayan cherry trees bring splash of colour to northeast Thai province, All you need to know about Chinese New Year in Thailand and where to go.

  • BMA Provides Free Shuttle Bus Service During Chinese New Year | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    BMA Provides Free Shuttle Bus Service During Chinese New Year | Thailand News Today

      Free shuttle bus from Yaowarat to Khao San for Chinese New Year The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is providing tourists with free shuttle buses between Yaowarat Road and Khao San Road from tomorrow until January 23 to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Deputy Bangkok Governor Wissanu Subsomphon announced yesterday that the BMA would temporarily operate a Yaowarat-Khao San Road BMA Feeder to facilitate tourists and reduce…

  • Thaiger Unfiltered | Ask Us Anything | Thaiger

    Thaiger Unfiltered | Ask Us Anything

    Here’s a chance for our viewers to ask Natty, and Jay any questions they have, and they will answer you with their honest responses unfiltered! Please be kind and appropriate.

  • ACD commander dedicated to eradicate corruption in Thailand | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    ACD commander dedicated to eradicate corruption in Thailand | Thailand News Today

      Bangkok to become brighter, greener, cheaper after street lights upgrade Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) plans to improve the city’s streetlights. The Department of Public Works reported it will replace 25,000 of the capital’s 400,000 high-pressure sodium (HPS) light bulbs with light-emitting diodes (LED) to make Bangkok brighter, greener, and cheaper. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt is working to change the…

  • Tourists outnumber hotel staff | GMT | Thaiger

    Tourists outnumber hotel staff | GMT

    In today’s episode, Sea nomads take struggle over alleged land encroachment to Bangkok, Thai farmer makes 1 million baht per month selling buffalo semen, Hotels struggling with staff shortage, Thais target World Cup spot, Trouble breathing? Try singing!

  • Thailand plans to extend 45 day visa free stays until year end | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Thailand plans to extend 45 day visa free stays until year end | Thailand News Today

      Thailand plans to extend 45 day visa free stays until year end The Tourism Authority of Thailand will propose extending the 45 day visa exemption on arrival policy until the end of the year to boost tourism recovery. In September last year, Thailand’s Cabinet approved the temporary extension of visa on arrival and visa exemption on arrival for the High Season. Between October 1, 2022 – March…

  • Tough penalties for Thai nominees | GMT | Thaiger

    Tough penalties for Thai nominees | GMT

    In today’s episode, Thailand’s Chiang Mai Zoo to open -10°C snow dome, Thailand among 25 countries with least paid leave days, Southern Thai man strikes gold with rare cobra encounter, CIB warns netizens of smartphone hacking risk, Foreigners must follow visa rules.

  • Top Chef Thailand Season 1 Winner ft. Tam Chudaree Debhakam | Thaiger Podcast Ep.20 | Thaiger

    Top Chef Thailand Season 1 Winner ft. Tam Chudaree Debhakam | Thaiger Podcast Ep.20

    Click the link to watch the video: https://youtu.be/2sbQTKbfD_U Chef Tam Chudaree Debhakam, owner of the famous 1 Michelin star restaurant, Baan Tepa, and the youngest contestant and winner of Top Chef Thailand Season 1. Chef Tam has made a name for herself traveling the world to showcase modern Thai cuisine. She is an advocate of food waste reduction after being…

  • From Ancient to Modern: The Cannabis Tale of Thailand | Thaiger

    From Ancient to Modern: The Cannabis Tale of Thailand

    Click the link to watch a video: https://youtu.be/-dwu7yev0UA On June 9, 2022, Thailand became the first country in Asia—and only the third in the world, after Canada and Uruguay—to decriminalize cannabis nationwide. But did you know that cannabis was not always illegal in Thailand? In this video, we give you a brief history of cannabis in Thailand as well as…

  • Bangkok taxi fare increase effective today | Thailand News Today | Thaiger

    Bangkok taxi fare increase effective today | Thailand News Today

      Bangkok taxi fare increase effective today Bangkok taxi fares will increase to a minimum fare of 40 baht today after staying at 35 baht for 30 years. The increased fare, which applies to Bangkok registered taxis with no more than seven seats, is effective today according to its announcement in the Royal Gazette yesterday. However, passengers may not notice…

  • New Plan for tourism 2023 | GMT | Thaiger

    New Plan for tourism 2023 | GMT

    In today’s episode, Officials panic Thailand hits lowest birth rate in 7 decades, Thailand is the happiest of 7 regional APAC countries, survey says, Merged True-DTAC to be called True Corp, TAT unveils strategy to raise B2.38tn.

  • Thaiger Unfiltered | Ask Us Anything | Thaiger

    Thaiger Unfiltered | Ask Us Anything

    Click the link to watch the video: https://youtu.be/OldX0msS1jI Here’s a chance for our viewers to ask Natty, and Sara any questions they have, and they will answer you with their honest responses unfiltered! Please be kind and appropriate.

  • Will there be a legal casino in Thailand soon? | GMT | Thaiger

    Will there be a legal casino in Thailand soon? | GMT

      In today’s episode, Legal casino in Thailand to be considered again tomorrow, Govt to introduce 300 baht tourist fee in June, Indian flight departs with 55 passengers left on bus, Condom usage reportedly drops among Pattaya sex workers, STDs increase, and More than 1,500 arrested in Thailand last year for gambling, online fraud