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Sponsored Phuket workcation: paradise with a side of productivity (is it worth it?)
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Phuket gets green light for Songkran water splashing | GMT
This week’s episode of the talkshow is sure to be an exciting one! We’ll be discussing some of the most interesting news stories from around Thailand. First, we’ll be talking about the ancient Buddhist stupa that has emerged from the Mekong river in Thailand. This is an incredible archaeological find that has been the source of much excitement in the…
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THAI says Suvarnabhumi Airport passengers should arrive 4 hours early, AOT says ‘not true’ | GMT
Thailand is in a state of flux as a police officer opened fire in Bangkok, causing the city of Chiang Mai to fret and hold its breath. The Transport Authority of Thailand (THAI) has advised that passengers travelling through Suvarnabhumi Airport should arrive four hours early, though the Airport of Thailand (AOT) has denied this. In a more positive light,…
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Phuket is facing labour shortage | GMT
This week’s episode of Good Morning Thailand is sure to be a lively one, with a range of topics that will be sure to capture the attention of viewers. The first topic of discussion is the recent surge of the Thai baht, which has been attributed to the collapse of a major US bank. The panel will be discussing the…
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New biometric scans for mobile banking | GMT
Thailand is making moves to attract more tourists to its vibrant and diverse culture. The Bank of Thailand has announced new biometric scans for mobile banking, which will make it easier for tourists to access their funds. Additionally, food trucks are being used to draw in more visitors. Russia is also making its presence known in the kingdom, with many…
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Are there ‘VIP ROOMS’ in Thai prisons? | GMT
The latest episode of Good Morning Thailand is set to be an exciting one. The show will begin with a discussion on the controversial Thai horror movie, which has been met with a lot of criticism from censors. The filmmakers of the movie will be on the show to demand that the censors reverse their decision. The show will then…
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Thaiger Unfiltered Ask Us Anything
Welcome to The Thaiger Unfiltered Ask Us Anything with Jay, Alex, and Carmel. Who have decided to open up our lives to our viewers and answer any questions they may have. We want to provide an honest and open platform for our viewers to ask us anything they want, and we will answer them with our unfiltered responses. We hope…
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TAT expects 6 million tourists from Europe | GMT
This week‘s episode of the talkshow is sure to be an exciting one, with a range of topics to discuss. First up, we‘ll be discussing the case of the billionaire‘s son who has been accused of biting a woman‘s genitals. The son has denied the allegations, and we‘ll be exploring the story further. Next, we‘ll be discussing the issue of…
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Suvarnabhumi Airport passengers advised to arrive 3 hours before departure | GMT
This week in Thailand news, police have summoned the billionaire‘s son accused of biting his date‘s genitals. Suvarnabhumi Airport passengers have been advised to arrive three hours before departure. The Indian Holi Festival of Colours is being celebrated in Pattaya. Thai netizens have called out the sentence for tiger killers as too lenient. The Arctic Monkeys are set to perform…
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The Only Swiss & German International School in Thailand | RIS Swiss Section
https://youtu.be/IezBZWJcSIQ RIS Swiss Section Bangkok has been providing top-quality education to students from all over the world for over 60 years. The school is known for its strong academic program, nurturing environment, and commitment to developing well-rounded students. The school offers the bilingual Swiss maturity, which is a challenging and highly reputable high school qualification that opens doors to universities…
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Hacker to Cybersecurity CEO ft. Gregory Pickett | Thaiger Podcast Ep.26
https://youtu.be/OU0pB7RWUAs Are we being tracked by our phones, is our phone listening to us? how easy is it for someone to hack my computer or rob my e-bank? Gregory Pickett. Cyber security specialist and the head of cybersecurity operations at Hellfire Security. Gregory specialises in protecting fortune 100 companies from cyber crime and providing intrusion analysis that Provides these multimillion…
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Thailand wins award for ‘Best Tourist Country’ in Sweden | GMT
The news from Thailand is buzzing with exciting stories. Recently, the Indian community in Pattaya has been pushing for a Holi festival near the beach, a traditional Hindu celebration of colors. Meanwhile, Hong Kong has launched a free airline ticket giveaway to help reboot their tourism industry. Thailand has also been gaining recognition for its tourism industry, winning an award…
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New ‘Red Card’ system for misbehaving foreigners | Thailand News Today
A Frenchman was fined 1,500 baht by Phuket traffic police for revving his loud rented motorbike along the Bangla Road in Phuket, southern Thailand, in the early hours of Monday morning. The incident has prompted Phuket immigration to launch a ‘red card‘ system for wayward foreigners which will see them deported after two offences. Meanwhile, over 7,000 Russians in Phuket…
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Man robbed at gunpoint by prostitute’s husband | Thailand News Today
Thailand is a popular tourist destination, but it also has its share of newsworthy events. Recently, there have been several news stories coming out of the country. Chang, a major beer company, is focusing on the mass–premium beer market. In Pattaya, a man has been arrested 19 times for thefts. Pattaya Police have also arrested 14 street beggars, including nine…
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Thailand alcohol consumption is down 2% | GMT
In this week’s episode of the talkshow, the panel discussed the need for government to ban ‘sly’ alcohol ads, a Thai man’s gratitude for the court’s decision to imprison his sons for 33 years, the Alcoholic Drink Control Act’s success in reducing drinking by 2%, and Cambodia’s denial of demanding a huge fee from Thailand for SEA Games broadcast rights.…
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Tuk tuk driver punches foreign tourist in the face in Bangkok | Thailand News Today
Thailand is beginning to return to normalcy as the pandemic restrictions are being lifted and people are regaining their sense of adventure. This is evident in the 576% increase in visa applications made in Thailand in 2021 when compared to the same time period in 2020, according to VFS Global. The company also reported that more and more people are…
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Thailand welcomed 2.14 million international tourists last month | GMT
Thailand is a country that is home to the most motorcyclists in the world and is currently in the process of haggling for discounted SEA Games broadcasting rights. Last month, the country welcomed 2.14 million international tourists, however, the recent news of a foreign tourist being slapped by a Khao San Road bouncer has caused concern. In more positive news,…
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Exploring the land of smiles FT. keisone | GMT
On todays GMT we have invited a special guest for the show, Thailand based Youtuber Adam ‘keisone’ Jones. We talk to him about his journey to Thailand and exploring the land of smiles. Adam gives us insight regarding integrating into Thai society, not needing to speak Thai to survive in Thailand and his inspiration for making videos on Youtube. We…
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First time in Thailand!? Don’t take a taxi! Do this instead…
If you’re planning a trip to Bangkok, one of the things you may be worried about is transportation. After all, the city is known for its traffic congestion and sometimes chaotic roads. However, there are several transportation options available that can make getting around Bangkok easy and convenient. One of the most popular transportation options for tourists is the airport…
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Changing Social Norms & Sex Education in Thailand feat. @TichaKanticha | Thaiger Podcast Ep.25
Kanticha Chumma Model, Actress, Youtuber, entrepreneur and TV host has taken Thailand by storm! Daring, Energetic, provocative and with an iron-clad confidence, Ticha is one of the most recognisable and rising stars in Thailand. As a Swedish Thai personality, she has changed the social norms of what it means to be a ‘celebrity’ in Thailand. A multi-talented individual. Ticha also…
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Reggae Takeover! Get Ready for Thailand’s Biggest Music Festival! | Thailand News Today
January 2023 saw a record–breaking 5.129 billion baht of foreign investment in Thailand, with the Japanese leading the way with 3.588 billion baht. This investment is expected to reach 100 billion baht by the end of the year, with the majority of investments being made through the Foreign Business Act (1999). The top foreign investors were from Japan, Singapore, USA,…
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How to start a business in Thailand FT. zostillmovingabout | GMT
In today’s episode, Thailand bans standing up on songthaews, drivers aren’t happy, Grab taxi driver accused of stealing 50,000 baht cash bouquet, and Thailand to ban all plastic waste imports in 2025
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‘Eat more rice!’ Thai officials tell youth | Thailand News Today
More than 30 manhole covers in Bangkok stolen Police launched an investigation into the disappearance of more than 30 manhole covers in the Thawi Watthana district of Bangkok. Officers conducted raids on a number of scrap dealer shops in the capital to recover the stolen items to no avail. The Director of Thawi Watthana district, Dicha Kongsi, filed a complaint with Thammasara Police Station after…
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Hundreds of Cops dispatched to Pattaya’s Walking Street | GMT
In today’s episode, Blaze damages tour boats in central Thailand, National park officer becomes an alien to promote tourism in southern Thailand, Thai man finds soulmate in sex doll after wife leaves him for another man, Samui Open Beach Volleyball Tournament in March, and Hundreds of cops dispatched to Pattaya’s Walking Street to reassure tourists.
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Thailand’s tourist entry fee to generate 3.9 billion baht this year | Thailand News Today
Thailand’s tourist entry fee to generate 3.9 billion baht this year Thailand is expected to gain US$112 million in revenue this year by charging tourists an entry fee beginning June 1 according ti Tourism Minister Kh. Phiphat. Last week, Thailand’s Cabinet approved the collection of an entry fee from all foreign tourists Foreigners arriving by air will be charged 300 baht (US$8.67) and those arriving by…
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Thai Airways cabin crew forgets to collect meal trays before landing | Thailand News Today
Tourism in South Thailand province jumped by over 600% last year The number of tourists that visited South Thailand’s Surat Thani province last year jumped by over 600% from 2021, according to officials. The province includes the holiday paradise islands of Koh Samui and Koh Tao. Surat Thani Governor Kh. Witchawut, said the province saw 3,690,642 tourists last year, a 666%…
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AoT increasing airport services to meet tourist demand | GMT
In today’s episode, AoT increasing airport services to meet tourist demand, Chiang Mai mother pays 400 baht (plus extras) for husband’s murder, 2 monkeys dead as police catch smugglers red-handed, and Cloud Nine Celebrates their “GET LIFTED” Grand Opening Wednesday March 1st, 2023.
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The Importance of Wellness ft. Niels Steeman | Thaiger Podcast Ep.24
Click the link to watch the video: https://youtu.be/WaQ-gHWE1NA Niels Steeman. Health, Fitness & Life Coach. A former senior executive in the travel and tourist industry turned health and wellness expert. Throughout his transformative journey he has gained an extensive amount of knowledge that has led into providing sustainable success stories for many of his clients using The Thrive Approach. A…
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Police find underage prostitution at Pattaya go-go bar | Thailand News Today
Parks and sanctuaries closed by fire in N.Thailand Thailand’s air pollution centre has asked the Department of National Parks to close eight parks and wildlife sanctuaries in northern provinces to control forest fires. Department head Pinsak Suraswadi said that the closures will allow firefighters greater flexibility to deal with problems in the parks and wildlife sanctuaries. Average PM2.5 levels in the past 24 hours increased 67%, while hotspots…
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Learning Thai language and cultures FT. Kru Smuk | GMT | GMT
In today’s episode, Pattaya gains condom vending machines, Royal relief supplies head to Turkey, Thunderstorms and strong winds in Bangkok until Friday, Learning Thai and Thai cultures with Kru Smuk (Banana Thai)
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Weather Warning Issued in Bangkok After Heavy Rain | Thailand News Today
‘Benz Daemon’ returns and gets detained A prime suspect in the macau888 online gambling case returned to Bangkok from Hong Kong on Tuesday night and was immediatey taken into police custody. He denied all charges. On Wednesday morning Benz Daemon, was taken from this cell at Thung Song Hong police station to the Criminal Court. There, police applied to detain…
