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Thailand video news | UK teen faces life in Georgian prison over cannabis smuggling, Cambodia marks 50 years since Khmer Rouge’s rise
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay report on a series of gripping and impactful stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. Headlines include a missing UK teen found in a Georgian prison on drug smuggling charges, a former British air hostess caught with £1.5 million worth of cannabis in Sri Lanka, and an Australian man arrested in Bangkok…
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Thailand video news | Thailand COVID-19 cases surge amid warnings of underreporting, Miss Grand International arrested in Vietnam
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay report major stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. Thailand battles a spike in COVID-19 cases, with experts warning of underreporting. In Trang, a father shocks the nation by kicking a child at a kindergarten. A violent fight erupts on Pattaya Beach between foreign tourists and transgender individuals. Rescue teams race to…
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Thailand video news | Missing British Teen found smuggling, DJ found murdered, Naked farang escapes hospital
In today’s video, we talk about a naked foreigner causing chaos in Pattaya after escaping from a hospital, the suspicious death of an Indian tourist on Koh Samet, and a missing British teen who turned up arrested in Georgia for drug smuggling. We also cover the tragic discovery of DJ Tete’s body in Kanchanaburi, a deadly wild elephant attack in…
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Thailand video news | Phuket soaked and stranded as downpours drench tourist zones, Alcohol law shake-up sparks tension before Buddhist festivals
Thailand’s tourism hotspots are making headlines for all the wrong reasons this week, with chaos caused by flash floods, odd antics from unruly tourists, and troubling reports of child exploitation. From a soaked and stranded Phuket to changes in alcohol laws during sacred Buddhist festivals, here’s your roundup of the top stories shaking the Kingdom. Phuket Soaked and Stranded as…
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Thailand video news | Pattaya street brawl leaves three foreigners injured, Belgian man deported over repeated drunken behaviour
Today’s top regional headlines cover a spate of incidents across Southeast Asia, from violent brawls and drug-linked border clashes to diplomatic developments and natural disruptions. Thailand sees rising scrutiny over police response to stalking, a tourist’s arrest for ADHD medication, and the deportation of a repeat offender. Elsewhere, Indonesia halts a controversial crypto project, while tensions flare along the Thai-Lao…
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Thailand video news | Ladyboy brawl sparks image concerns in Phuket, Serial concrete attacker caught in Bangkok
From viral brawls in Phuket to tourism surges in Ho Chi Minh City, today’s top stories highlight a region balancing growth, image, and safety. Thailand grapples with public disturbances, cultural soft power strategies, and transport incidents, while neighbouring countries address trade tensions, infrastructure upgrades, and tragic accidents. These diverse headlines capture the pulse of Southeast Asia’s shifting social and political…
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Thailand video news | Polish couple fined for public nudity on Koh Phangan, Drunk Thai hospital director injures TV crew in car crash
From shocking tourist behaviour to growing political tensions, today’s regional news captures a complex mix of public disorder, diplomatic shifts, and national milestones. In Thailand, controversial incidents involving foreigners—from nudity and drunken antics to visa fraud—spark concern over cultural respect and tourism policy. Meanwhile, stories from Vietnam, Cambodia, South Korea, and Indonesia spotlight national pride, political transitions, and press freedom…
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Thailand video news | Taxi blocks ambulance, causing patient’s death in Phuket, ‘Family holiday’ revealed as drug trafficking operation
This week in Thailand and Southeast Asia, tragedy struck in Phuket as a blocked ambulance led to a patient’s death, while a supposed family trip was exposed as a drug-smuggling convoy. Viral incidents involving unruly tourists in Pattaya and Phuket reignited scrutiny over visa-free travel policies. Amid the chaos, Thai locals earned praise for their compassion during a medical emergency…
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Thailand video news | Chinese Man Arrested for Murder and Dismemberment of Trans Woman in Pattaya, Sword-Wielding Man Arrested After Violent Dispute in Phuket
Today’s regional news, Jay and Alex cover serious crime cases in Thailand, including a murder in Pattaya and public scandals involving tourists. Meanwhile, Thailand moves to modernise immigration procedures with a digital arrival card. Updates from across Southeast Asia also highlight major drug busts, public health initiatives, and trade negotiations shaping the region’s future. Chinese Man Arrested for Murder and…
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Thailand video news | Brit Arrested for Drugs and Overstaying in Koh Samui, Indians Caught Smuggling Hydroponic Weed from Bangkok to Mumbai
In today’s regional news update by Jay and Alex, law enforcement across Southeast Asia remains active, from drug busts in Thailand and India to visa crackdowns and safety investigations. Meanwhile, political shifts are underway in Singapore ahead of the general election, and new public health regulations are rolling out in Malaysia. Tensions surrounding foreign influence in the Philippines and infrastructure…
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Thailand video news | Nude photo scandal at Hat Yai sacred sites sparks outrage and investigation, Vietnam cracks down on trade fraud to avoid US tariffs
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay report on top stories making headlines across Thailand and Southeast Asia. From public outrage over nude photos taken at sacred sites in Hat Yai, to arrests in Patong involving a reckless French tourist and an armed Australian man, the team covers serious concerns around safety and respect. They also highlight a king…
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Thailand video news | Thailand faces hot weather and storms as 28 provinces warned, South Korea finds companies labelled products ‘Made in Korea’ to dodge Trump-Era US tariffs
In today’s Thailand video news, Jay brings viewers the latest headlines from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. From scorching temperatures and summer storms affecting 28 provinces, to a growing online debate over the use of the word “farang,” the region is facing intense social and environmental shifts. Meanwhile, controversy surrounds Thai police after a fatal shooting at a checkpoint, an…
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Thailand video news | Thai ranger drowns retrieving tourist’s phone in flooded cave, Landslide injures two Filipinas on Khao Yai waterfall trail
Today’s regional headlines highlight a mix of tragedy, controversy, and progress across Southeast Asia. From a heroic ranger’s death in Thailand and a landslide at a national park, to viral clashes in Pattaya and heated cultural debates during Songkran, the country has seen both celebration and chaos. Meanwhile, regional developments include a major diplomatic visit by China’s president to…
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Thailand video news | Pickup Truck Ploughs into Songkran Crowd, Injures 12, 138 Deaths Reported in Four Days of Songkran’s “Seven Dangerous Days”
In today’s news recap, Jay covers a heartbreaking start to Songkran in Thailand, where a pickup truck ploughed into a crowd, injuring several people — including young children. The country’s “Seven Dangerous Days” continue to live up to their name, with road fatalities climbing sharply. Meanwhile, Thailand gears up for a digital shift in immigration procedures with a new mandatory…
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Thailand Video News | Building collapse death toll, Burger King fire, Lewd Pattaya shoot
In today’s roundup for Friday, April 11, we’re tracking the biggest headlines making waves across Thailand and Southeast Asia. A fire in Phuket damaged a Burger King and several motorbikes, while tragedy strikes in Bangkok as the death toll from a building collapse continues to rise. In Pattaya, a Chinese couple’s explicit photo shoot sparks public outrage and legal consequences.…
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Thailand video news | British man critical after Russian roulette incident in Pattaya, Philippine volcano erupts, sends ash 2.5 miles into sky
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay report on major stories from Thailand and across Southeast Asia. Headlines include a British man critically injured in a Russian roulette incident in Pattaya, a drunken foreigner causing chaos in Phuket, and Bangkok closing unsafe buildings after recent earthquake checks. The episode also covers the arrest of an ex-Israeli commando on Koh…
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Thailand video news | Russians now hold 1 in 4 foreign work permits in Phuket, Vietnam warns of economic hit from sudden 46% US tariff
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay deliver key headlines from Thailand and Southeast Asia. In Phuket, Russians now hold one in four foreign work permits, signalling a shift from tourism to long-term residency. Meanwhile in Bangkok, a fraud scandal leads to a dramatic police station jump. Over in Ayutthaya, a bus crash injures more than 20 factory workers.…
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Thailand video news | US nurse suffers devastating injuries in Krabi moped crash, Myanmar quake deaths pass 3,000 as junta leader visits Bangkok
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay cover some of the most pressing stories from Thailand and Southeast Asia. They report on tragic motorbike accidents involving foreign tourists, issue urgent warnings about new U.S. tariffs, and highlight the region’s personal, political, and environmental challenges. The program shows dramatic scenes in Bangkok, outlines government aid following a major quake, and…
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Thailand video news | Drunk Hungarian tourist causes chaos at Bangkok collapse site, Myanmar junta rejects ceasefire amid earthquake crisis
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay bring you the latest headlines from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. A drunken Hungarian tourist caused a scene at a Bangkok disaster site, sparking police intervention. Thai authorities arrested a Hong Kong mafia murder suspect in Pattaya following an Interpol request. In a bizarre crime, an American man was caught robbing a…
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Thailand video news | Substandard steel blamed for Bangkok tower collapse, Pregnant woman rescued from Myanmar quake rubble
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay report on major developments across the region. Investigations into the Bangkok tower collapse reveal substandard steel from a Chinese-owned factory, raising safety concerns. Meanwhile, PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra reassures the public that the incident was isolated, with authorities conducting thousands of building inspections. In Phuket, a speedboat explosion injures six, sparking calls for stricter…
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Thailand video news | Bangkok skyscraper collapse triggers investigation after earthquake, Earthquake cracks over 300 apartments in Ho Chi Minh City
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay bring the latest news from Thailand and Southeast Asia, covering major developments and unfolding crises. In Thailand, a Bangkok skyscraper collapsed during Myanmar’s powerful earthquake, sparking an urgent investigation into construction flaws. The capital has been declared a disaster zone, with rescue operations underway. Meanwhile, Thailand has sent a military team to aid…
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Thailand video news | Pattaya expands CCTV network for smart city development, Phnom Penh tops global air pollution rankings
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay bring the latest headlines from Thailand and Southeast Asia, covering key developments in security, economy, and politics. In Thailand, Pattaya expands its CCTV network as part of a smart city initiative, while the country’s overcrowded prisons spark renewed calls for reform. The government moves forward with an Entertainment Complex Bill, placing limits on…
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Thailand video news | Trump tariff threat hits Thai auto industry, Cambodia rebuilds cathedral destroyed by Khmer rouge
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay bring key stories from Thailand and Southeast Asia. Thailand’s auto industry faces uncertainty as Trump’s proposed tariff threatens exports. Meanwhile, dramatic incidents unfold in Pattaya, including a hostage standoff involving a Tunisian tourist and a drunk American causing chaos on the road. In Bangkok, plans for a Formula One Grand Prix by…
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Thailand video news | British man dies after Bangkok street scuffle, Mystery underwater device found on Malaysian beach
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay bring the latest news from Thailand and Southeast Asia, covering major political and public safety developments. In Thailand, a British man’s sudden death after a street altercation raises questions, while MP Rangsiman Rome accuses PM Paetongtarn of shielding her father, Thaksin, from prison. A German tourist was brutally attacked in Pattaya, and a…
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Thailand video news | Thailand delays decision on cutting visa-free stay to 30 days, Philippines adds buses, trains amid transport strike
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay cover key updates, including Thailand’s delayed decision on reducing visa-free stays and a dramatic BMW crash in Phuket. A German man linked to dentist attacks was found dead in Korat, while a violent brawl at MBK Center has sparked calls for tighter mall security. A British tourist alleges mistreatment in a Thai jail,…
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Thailand video news | Nightclub owner jailed over deadly Pattaya fire, Malaysia restarts MH370 search with ‘no find, no fee’ deal
In today’s Thailand video news update, Alex and Jay bring key stories from Thailand and Southeast Asia. A Pattaya court sentenced nightclub owner Phongsiri and associates to prison over the deadly 2022 fire, while Phuket prepares for a major water outage in Patong. Thailand climbed to 49th in the World Happiness Report, though challenges remain. Meanwhile, PM2.5 pollution surges across…
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Thailand video news | Belgian MMA fighter fends off four attackers in Pattaya parking brawl, Indonesia’s richest woman loses $3.6 billion in three days
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay bring viewers the latest headlines from Thailand and Southeast Asia in today’s news roundup. A Belgian MMA fighter in Pattaya fended off four attackers in a parking dispute, while police in Koh Phangan are searching for foreign shoplifters caught on CCTV. In Phuket, two Dutch tourists were fined for provocative dancing on Bangla…
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Thailand video news | British paedophile caught after 27 years on the run, Vietnamese women risk lives for train track photos
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay cover top stories from Thailand and Southeast Asia. A fugitive British paedophile is caught after 27 years, while an Iranian tourist attacks Phuket hotel staff with a syringe. Thai police seize 260,000 smuggled vape products, and Thailand’s heat index reaches dangerous levels. Bangkok’s governor fast-tracks Asoke footpath renovations, and a road sweeper’s viral…
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Thailand video news | Chiang Mai tops global air pollution rankings amid regional fires, Java’s sinking coast displaces residents
In today’s Thailand news update, Alex and Jay bring the latest headlines from across the region. Thai authorities arrested four foreign nationals at Samui Airport for smuggling 110 kg of cannabis, just a day after another major bust. Meanwhile, Chiang Mai has topped the global air pollution rankings due to cross-border fires, sparking health concerns. In entertainment, Kim Soo-hyun’s past…
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Thailand video news | British TikTok star jailed in Thailand for visa and benefit fraud, Archaeologists uncover ancient Buddha statue at Cambodia’s Angkor complex
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay bring the latest headlines from Thailand and Southeast Asia, covering a mix of crime, tourism, and historical discoveries. This week’s top stories include a British TikTok influencer jailed in Thailand for visa and benefit fraud, a British couple narrowly avoiding prison over a violent land dispute, and Thai authorities intercepting foreign smugglers attempting…
