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10 biggest challenges retirees face in Thailand (and how to overcome them)
Retiring in Thailand comes with many benefits, like warm weather, affordable living, and a rich culture. However, it also brings challenges. Retirees must deal with visa rules, healthcare costs, language barriers, and cultural differences. Rising medical expenses, required insurance, and...
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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 Music Festival Security Guards accused of Sexual Assault | GMT
Grab Launches “Call A Tuk-Tuk Via App” Service In Phuket, 808 Festival security guards accused of sexual assault, Trance music festival coming up in Pattaya next year, Zookeeper seeks compensation after being bitten by wild monkeys.
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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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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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Fine Dining with a Phuket View | Amari Phuket
https://youtu.be/qAP2-loBVpE Join Natty Warisa and Jay for a 5 Star Fine DIning Foodie Journey, as they take you to some of their favorite dining spots in Phuket, Thailand. In this episode, they will be highlighting the must have Phuketian foods at Rim Talay Restaurant, Amari Phuket’s beach side restaurant where you can watch the island slowly awaken with color over…
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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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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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Thailand News Today | Sexy Thai model exposed as an identity thief and transwoman
A sexy Thai model became notorious almost overnight after becoming an identity thief. The model stole the identification card (ID card) of a former college friend for work, causing all sorts of problems for the innocent woman who was subjected to several police summonses. But there’s more! The identity theft revealed that the model is a transwoman, shocking her fans…
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Thaiger Unfiltered Ask Us Anything
Here’s a chance for our viewers to ask Jay, Natty, and Sara any questions they have, and they will answer you with their honest responses unfiltered! Please be kind and appropriate.
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Thailand News Today | British man who loves Thailand banned for 5 years for overstaying
Thailand expects to hit the 10 million tourist target on December 10 and Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is urging the nation’s airlines to add more flights to meet the growing demand. The Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Yuthasak Supasorn, reported the good news yesterday. From January to December 5 of this year Thailand welcomed more than nine…
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Another Taxi scam in Bangkok! | GMT
Taxi meter rises suspiciously quickly in Bangkok, Thailand. Frenchman arrested for scamming Thai woman out of 2 million baht in Bangkok. A policeman was fined 500 baht for blocking an ambulance in northeast Thailand. Overstay crackdown uses facial recognition tech. – all coming up on Thailand News Today. Check out other news or watch a news report on Thaiger’s youtube channel
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Thailand News Today | CAAT warns Thai VietJet for canceling three Phuket
The Thai government is preparing to introduce its controversial chemical castration policy on repeat sex offenders next month. The Justice Ministry revealed it is preparing for the new law which is set to take effect on January 23. The policy is aimed at preventing people convicted of sexual and violent crimes from reoffending. The Senate passed the bill, allowing the…
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Apple plans to move production out of China and into Thailand | GMT
Apple plans to move production out of China and into Thailand. Flood warning in 11 southern provinces for December 8th-11th. Officials seize 25 tonnes of illegal meat from the Chon Buri factory. NT helps create driving app.- all are coming up today. Check out other news or watch a news report on Thaiger’s youtube channel
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THAIGER PODCAST | Ep.14 Saving Thai cats one paw at a time
If you’re an animal lover, you’re going to love PAWS Bangkok, a non-profit organization founded in 2012. The woman who started it all is Amy Ann Baron. PAWS Bangkok actively helps the local community and its animals through spaying and neutering operations, vaccination programs, veterinary services, fostering and adopting and, most importantly, through education. In this episode of our podcast,…
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Thailand News Today | 9 year olds smoke cannabis on Pattaya Beach in Thailand
In December, 130,000 passengers are expected to pass through Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok every day, according to Minister of Transport Saksayam Chidchob. The airport facilitated daily traffic of around 115,000 passengers in November as tourists returned for the High Season, said Saksayam. Tourism always spikes in the festive month of December but should continue to rise afterward as Chinese tourists…
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Driving licence point deductions starting next year in Thailand | GMT
Driving license point deductions starting next year in Thailand. Bangkok ranked No.6 in the top 10 best cities for ex-pats. TAT launches luxury travel package to Thailand for rich South Korean tourists. The teen girl’s ID card request was denied as she doesn’t look like her mother. – all are coming up today. Check out other news or watch a news report…
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Thailand News Today | Thai Actress Forex 3D scammer released on bail after 3 months behind bars
Savika “Pinky” Chaiyadej, a famous actress, was released on bail for 5 million baht yesterday after being detained for over three months inside Central Women’s Correctional Institution in Bangkok. Thailand’s Criminal Court granted bail to Pinky on the condition that she does not leave the country, must inform the court within seven days if she changes her address, and must report to the…
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THAILAND NEWS TODAY | Korean woman arrested for 5-million-baht theft, 6-year overstay
The Thai cabinet decided Tuesday to revoke a law, which has been in force for more than three decades, exempting stock market share trades from financial transaction tax. Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith said that the abrogation of the law means that all trading of stocks on the stock market, whether at a profit or loss, will be subject to a…
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Angry Thai man condemns foreigner for not wearing a mask on BTS | GMT
Angry Thai man condemns foreigner for not wearing a mask on BTS. Ex-Korean taekwondo coach receives Thai ID card, is now ‘Chatchai Choi’. Bang Sue Grand Station: Thailand’s new rail hub is finally ready to roll. Stop and smell the tulips at Floral Fair 2022 in Bangkok. – all are coming up today. Check out other news or watch a news report…
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Thailand News Today | Raid finds all monks on drugs in Phetchabun temple
Despite conflicting optimistic predictions, the Tourism Authority of Thailand is warning that Thai tourism may take a sharp downturn next year. While international travellers are flocking to Thailand now, industry experts fear that it may be a flood of pent-up demand and, by next year, all those who waited through the whole pandemic to get to Thailand will have already…
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Murderer offers 100,000 baht to netizens to cut off his EM ankle bracelet | GMT
The murderer offers 100,000 baht to netizens to cut off his EM ankle bracelet. The walk and Eat Food Festival is back in Pattaya starting on December 10th. Gus, 7, youngest Thai person to reach Everest Base Camp. Sea turtles choked to death on plastic waste. – all are coming up today. Check out other news or watch a news report on Thaiger’s…
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World Cup to be shown in Thai prison | GMT
World Cup to be shown in Thai prison. The first cruise ship in three years docks at Samui Island. Khao San Road calls out for help. Thai government ends popular co-payment stimulus measure. – all are coming up today. Check out other news or watch a news report on Thaiger’s youtube channel
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Explore Thailand’s least visited city in the South!
https://youtu.be/s8AG7EQrau8 Phatthalung might not have the popular attractions in Chiang Mai or the touristy glitz of the islands, but that’s part of the appeal. It’s a lesser-known province in the south, so there are chances to avoid the backpacker crowds and explore some of Thailand’s less well-known historic sites and tourist hotspots. Our list of the top Phatthalung attractions will…
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Try These Weird Thai Foods… If You Dare
https://youtu.be/xvJlPvJ3hz0 Thailand has bizarre and exotic foods, which you wouldn’t expect compared to other Southeast Asian nations. We’re talking about edible cobra blood, crocodile flesh, and unusual insects just waiting for you to eat them. Without further ado, check out our list of the best exotic foods in Thailand! Bamboo Worms (Rot Duan) The most tourist-friendly fried insect for newcomers…
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Why Is Thailand So Cheap?
https://youtu.be/2kRDnypF9S4 Thailand is one of Asia’s most popular tourist destinations, thanks to its rich culture, delectable cuisine, and sun-kissed beaches. But, aside from the fascinating sights, another significant benefit draws visitors from all over the world. Thailand is also extremely reasonably priced! But why? We listed a few reasons. Why is Thailand so cheap? Thailand is reasonably priced for the…
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Farmer sets Car on Fire and drives into Government Building | GMT ON TOUR
The 2023 MICHELIN Guide Thailand celebrates 5 new MICHELIN Star Restaurants. Drivers were advised to check cars after faulty Takata airbags caused three deaths in Thailand. A farmer sets a car on fire and drives into a government building in northeast Thailand. Three children aged 8 escape a school kidnapping plot in Thailand. 189 Thai eateries win Michelin Guide’s Bib…
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Thailand News Today | Thai pro car racer fined 1,000 baht for smashing friend’s Ferrari into a tree
Cannabis shops and cafes in Thailand are no longer allowed to let customers smoke Cannabis shops and cafes in Thailand are no longer allowed to let customers smoke the plant recreationally on the premises anymore. On-site consumption of cannabis for medical purposes is still permitted if the cannabis is sold by a medical practitioner. The announcement was made in the…