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  • Thailand News Today | Thailand to end state of Covid emergency | Thaiger

    Thailand News Today | Thailand to end state of Covid emergency

    After over two and a half years, it’s finally time to say goodbye to our old friend, the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration. PM Prayut Chan-o-cha announced that the Emergency Decree which has been in effect since March 24, 2020, and created the CCSA to cope with the coronavirus pandemic, will not be extended a 20th time when it is…

  • Visas extended to boost tourism | GMT | Thaiger

    Visas extended to boost tourism | GMT

    Visas extended to boost tourism. After accident, Bangkok governor wants to control crowding at train stations. Intoxicated woman bites off part of a tourist’s ear on a baht bus in Pattaya. PM’s office is one of Thailand’s top advertising spenders. All this and more on today’s Good Morning Thailand.

  • Thailand’s Most Expensive Donut | This is Thailand | Thaiger

    Thailand’s Most Expensive Donut | This is Thailand

    https://youtu.be/JWICsuwNrao   Trends for foods in Thailand come and go, from truffle to charcoal, and in 2022, donuts seem to be the latest craze. Join Natty, Sara and Jay for the ultimate donut taste test where they try the cheapest Thai street food donut and the most expensive donut from Karrat Official and see what their verdicts are. Listen to…

  • A guide to bringing your pets to Thailand | Thaiger

    A guide to bringing your pets to Thailand

      Animal lovers will be happy to know that they can bring their pets with them when moving to Thailand. There are just certain requirements that need to be met and which are best handled several weeks in advance of the big move. There are also several animals which aren’t allowed. With no further ado, let’s get started! – Permitted…

  • Why plant-based foods are the superior diet ft. Root the Future | Thaiger Podcast Ep.3 | Thaiger

    Why plant-based foods are the superior diet ft. Root the Future | Thaiger Podcast Ep.3

    Joanna and Max, Founders of Root the future, Thailand’s largest plant-based and sustainable community. They’re on a mission to raise awareness about sustainability and plant-based foods through various community-building activities and charity runs, Shining light on environmental issues and providing a platform for many sustainable living establishments to make an impact in Thailand.

  • Thailand News Today | Thai actress arrested for promoting a ponzi scheme | Thaiger

    Thailand News Today | Thai actress arrested for promoting a ponzi scheme

      Famous Thai actress Savika Chaiyadej was among 19 people arrested yesterday for allegedly defrauding people of money via a ponzi scheme. Thailand’s Criminal Court denied Sawika, fearing the defendants would flee if they were granted temporary release. Sawika is accused of committing fraud under the Computer Crimes Act for their involvement in a ponzi scheme. The scam persuades people…

  • New Bill Restrictions for Cannabis use in Thailand | GMT | Thaiger

    New Bill Restrictions for Cannabis use in Thailand | GMT

    New bill outlines limits on ganja use. Electronics sniffer-dog trained to help in child sex abuse cases. ‘Win’ motorbike taxi drivers protest against GrabBike in Bangkok, Thailand. All this and more on today’s Good Morning Thailand.

  • Thailand News Today | Thais more relaxed about Covid-19 | Thaiger

    Thailand News Today | Thais more relaxed about Covid-19

      A survey conducted by the Department of Health Service Support revealed that Thai people are a bit more relaxed about Covid, though still not as relaxed as many parts of the world. These results came from comparing the data from the first round of surveys conducted between March 5 to 31 with 113,847 respondents, and the latest round between…

  • Tourists travelling for pot-smoking not welcome in Thailand | GMT | Thaiger

    Tourists travelling for pot-smoking not welcome in Thailand | GMT

    Tourists travelling for pot-smoking not welcome in Thailand. Rama 2 Road guilty of being a repeat accident offender. All this and more on today’s Good Morning Thailand

  • Thailand News Today | Fears of shenanigans in Mountain B Pub fire investigation | Thaiger

    Thailand News Today | Fears of shenanigans in Mountain B Pub fire investigation

    The families of the victims of the Mountain B Pub fire say they distrust local officials in handling the investigation, electricity prices to reach a record high, and Bangkok’s plan to bring cables underground runs out of power. All this is coming up in today’s program.

  • Thailand approves all time high electricity price | GMT | Thaiger

    Thailand approves all time high electricity price | GMT

      Safety checks for Khao San nightspots, Dangerous social media trend encourages Thai teens to take Rohypnol, Record-high electricity price rise approved and more on todays Good Morning Thailand.  

  • Thailand News Today | Opposition to extending nightlife to 4am | Thaiger

    Thailand News Today | Opposition to extending nightlife to 4am

      Supporters of the current proposal to allow nightlife venues to operate til 4am think it will increase revenue. Meanwhile, opposition to the proposal worries that it will also increase crime and deaths. The Centre of Alcohol Studies of Mahasarakham University Faculty of Pharmacy believes that the increase in drinking will also see a rise in injuries and deaths due…

  • Tenant fined 140,000 baht for keeping dog in Bangkok condominium | GMT | Thaiger

    Tenant fined 140,000 baht for keeping dog in Bangkok condominium | GMT

    Hotly-contested bill favouring small parties in elections killed. Southeastern Bangkok submerged as rain lashes central Thailand. Court issues arrest warrant for Sia B’s father, the ‘real owner’ of Mountain B. Tenant fined 140,000 baht for keeping dog in Bangkok condominium. All this and more on today’s Good Morning Thailand.

  • Thailand News Today | Tourism minister joins Full Moon Party on Koh PhaNgan | Thaiger

    Thailand News Today | Tourism minister joins Full Moon Party on Koh PhaNgan

      The Full Moon Party week is just wrapping on the island of Koh Phangan, and while attendance was down, there was at least one special attendee that could influence the future of the party. Minister of Tourism and Sports Pipat Ratchakitprakarn visited Haad Rin, home of the iconic party that draws tens of thousands of tourists to the island…

  • Thailand among top 5 destinations for Chinese travelers | GMT | Thaiger

    Thailand among top 5 destinations for Chinese travelers | GMT

    Thailand Ranked Among Top 5 Destinations for Chinese Travelers. Chinatown manhole covers to use art, tech to become cultural map. Tourism Minister visits Full Moon Party, supports later curfew. Cannabis sales on Khao San Rd ‘illegal. All this and more on today’s Good Morning Thailand.

  • Expats in Thailand, Cartoon characters & Letting Loose | Thaiger Bites | Thaiger

    Expats in Thailand, Cartoon characters & Letting Loose | Thaiger Bites

    Jay and Natty go through your messages, comments and feedback from Youtube, Facebook, Instagram and the Thaiger Talk forum on the website.

  • 10 Unique Superstitions of Thai People | Thaiger

    10 Unique Superstitions of Thai People

    Thai culture is full of the supernatural, and here are some superstition that have been passed from generations and the reasons behind it! Every country has its own unique culture and beliefs that make them different from others. Some ideas are based on tradition, while others are based on religion and superstitions. As Thailand is an Asian country with the…

  • The Voice Behind the World’s Top Brands ft. Krit Tone Sukawat | Thaiger Podcast Ep.2 | Thaiger

    The Voice Behind the World’s Top Brands ft. Krit Tone Sukawat | Thaiger Podcast Ep.2

    Krit Tone Sukkawat, you might not be familiar with his face, but if you have ever gone to a cinema in Thailand, or have watched the first 5 seconds of any car commercial on youtube then you have definitely heard him. He is one of Thailand’s bilingual top voice artists. He has done voice overs commercials for the world’s top…

  • Similarity of Mothers Around the World | Thai Mother’s Day 2022 | Thaiger

    Similarity of Mothers Around the World | Thai Mother’s Day 2022

    August 12th is Thailand’s official Mother’s day. Join Natty Warisa in finding the similarities and differences of mother’s around the world in this heartwarming episode.

  • Bars and clubs in Thailand proposed to open until 4.00 am | GMT | Thaiger

    Bars and clubs in Thailand proposed to open until 4.00 am | GMT

    CCSA to give thumbs up to 4am licensing in Thailand next week. ‘Democracy Must Go On:’ Protestors have three demands for Thailand’s government. Bangkok OAP arrested after slapstick armed robbery of gold shop. All this and more on today’s Good Morning Thailand.

  • Flight Searches Surge 290% with Bangkok Top Pick out of HK | GMT | Thaiger

    Flight Searches Surge 290% with Bangkok Top Pick out of HK | GMT

    2018 Thai cave rescue inspires new attraction in Chiang Rai. Suchart aims at wage hikes from October. Flight searches out of Hong Kong jump 290% with Bangkok top pick. Phuket recovery relying on Indian flights. All this and more on today’s Good Morning Thailand.

  • Thailand News Today | New traffic rule to affect entire country | Thaiger

    Thailand News Today | New traffic rule to affect entire country

      Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha warned Thailand to brace itself for another deluge of water this month. The 68 year old PM ordered governors in provincial areas to prepare for potential flooding after weather forecasters predicted more heavy rainfall until the end of the month. Thailand witnessed a heavy taste of what is to come over the past 24 hours…

  • CCSA to consider extending Thailand tourist visa to 45 days | GMT | Thaiger

    CCSA to consider extending Thailand tourist visa to 45 days | GMT

    CCSA to consider extending Thailand tourist visa to 45 days. After Seoul video, MRTA assures Bangkok subway flood-proof. Man caught taking drugs inside a Bangkok police booth didn’t give a crap. All this and more on today’s Good Morning Thailand.

  • Thailand News Today | Thailand no longer considers Covid “dangerous infectious disease” | Thaiger

    Thailand News Today | Thailand no longer considers Covid “dangerous infectious disease”

      Thailand’s Communicable Disease Committee no longer considers Covid a “dangerous infections disease”, the owner of the nightclub that burned down has been released on bail, and will Prayut resign at the end of this month? All this and much more, coming up in today’s programYou’re watching Thailand News Today, bringing you the latest top stories in Thailand beyond. My…

  • Thailand News Today | Poll says 64% Thais had enough with PM Prayut | Thaiger

    Thailand News Today | Poll says 64% Thais had enough with PM Prayut

      A new poll from the National Institute of Development Administration (or NIDA) showed that the majority of people want PM Prayut Chan-o-cha to finish his role as prime minister at the end of his eight year term on August 24. There have been different interpretations of the current constitution and whether the prime minister is eligible to continue his…

  • Thailand amongst Top 10 Best Countries for Expats | GMT | Thaiger

    Thailand amongst Top 10 Best Countries for Expats | GMT

    Thailand amongst Top 10 Best Countries for Expats. New app to help migrant women in Thailand facing abuse. Fire at Ministry of Energy in Bangkok now under control. All this and more on today’s Good Morning Thailand.

  • How to get the Thailand Elite Visa? | Thaiger

    How to get the Thailand Elite Visa?

      How do you get an elite visa for Thailand? Are you eligible for the elite visa? What are the requirements to qualify? How much does it cost and how long does it take? Here is a video explaining everything you need to know about the Thai elite visa.

  • Building a $100mil business in Thailand feat. Michael Kenner | Thaiger Podcast Ep. 1 | Thaiger

    Building a $100mil business in Thailand feat. Michael Kenner | Thaiger Podcast Ep. 1

    For our first episode of Thaiger Podcast, we sit with entrepreneur Michael Kenner and ask him about his experience building a business empire in Thailand. CEO of DB Ventures – the parent company that owns media company ‘The Thaiger’ and real estate company ‘Faz Waz’; Michael owns business’s in Thailand that value up to $100million. We talk about the failures,…

  • The ‘American’ fried rice you only find in Thailand | This is Thailand | Thaiger

    The ‘American’ fried rice you only find in Thailand | This is Thailand

    One particular Thai dish is getting its moment in the spotlight after the famous Chinese celebrity revealed his secret affection for it during an exclusive radio interview. We did a taste test with our colleagues at the Thaiger and we got some really honest reviews. Have you tried it? If so, was it a hit or miss, let us know!…

  • Thailand News Today | LATEST Thailand Entry Requirements 2022 | Thaiger

    Thailand News Today | LATEST Thailand Entry Requirements 2022

      If you’re planning to stay in the kingdom for less than 30 days, and you hold a passport from one of 64 qualifying countries, you don’t need a visa to enter Thailand. Do check with your embassy if you’re from one of those countries. Tourists are no longer required to apply for the Thailand Pass or buy health insurance…