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Sponsored A healthy tomorrow starts today: Celebrate the great American Smokeout day
The Great American Smokeout, held this year on November 17, is a nationwide event that encourages smokers to take their first steps towards a smoke-free life. If you’re an expat in Thailand, this day could be a timely reminder to...
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Angry farang chases Thai-French woman who rejected him in Pattaya | GMT
In today’s episode, Man attacked by teenagers on Airport Rail Link train, Angry farang chases Thai-French woman who rejected him in Pattaya, Thailand ranks 9th in 10 Cheapest Places to Live list by Forbes, Fleeing back to the provinces, Whale shark visits Thailand’s Koh Chang in rare sighting.
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Adult Movie Star on the Quest for a Husband in Thailand | Thailand News Today
National Park officials condemned for allowing a sailboat to destroy Krabi reef Thai netizens condemned National Park officials for failing to do their job after seeing images of a tourist sailboat destroying a coral reef in the southern province of Krabi. Earlier this week, the environmental activist Facebook page Monsoon Garbage Thailand posted photos of a white sailboat docking over the coral reef near Yawasam Island. The page…
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Lights out & Unfiltered | GMT
In today’s episode, Thailand prepares measures to prevent influx of Covid-19, Pattaya set to welcome Chinese tourists, Thais can apply for a digital ID next week, Man lying on a roadside for 6 days survives accident, and Unfiltered!
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Call for Covid boosters before wave of Chinese tourism | Thailand News Today
Thai baht and Singapore dollar battle for strongest regional currency China is reopening its borders, pushing economists to predict that an influx of Chinese tourists to Thailand will propel the Thai baht into Southeast Asia’s reigning currency in 2023. But the baht has one regional competitor: the trusty Singapore dollar. Thailand’s economy heavily depends on tourism revenue. In 2019, Chinese…
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Man arrested for stealing Royal Thai Armed Forces bus | Thailand News Today
——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— IMF predicts a recession in Thailand The head of the International Monetary Fund (or IMF) predicts Thailand and Southeast Asian countries will suffer from recession this year along with the rest of the world. Kristalina Georgieva believes a third of the global economy will be in recession this year, including Thailand, and Vietnam. The 69 year old Bulgarian economist reckons 2023 will be…
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CNN confusing TAIWAN for THAILAND | GMT
In today’s episode, Proposed national uniforms to make traffic police approachable, CNN needs geography lesson after mistaking Taiwan for Thailand, Thailand makes another travel list: Fodor’s No List.
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5 Things You Need to know before Befriending or Dating a Thai
In this episode of This is Thailand, Natty Warisa will share with you 5 top cultural tips that a non-Thai would need to know before befriending or dating a Thai person. Thailand is the most conservative country and abides by a unique set of unwritten rules. Listen till the end to find out what all of the quirky Thai customs…
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Talking With Gary Butler About How ‘The Roaming Cook’ Began
Gary Butler is an Englishman who creates fun and informative videos about the street food of Bangkok on his YouTube channel. He takes viewers on an exciting culinary journey, exploring the diverse range of dishes available in the city’s bustling street markets. With a keen eye for detail, Butler expertly captures the colors, aromas, and flavors of Thai cuisine, giving…
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The Return of Thaiger Bites
Click the link for watching: https://youtu.be/E_vLwS2k9D0 Jay and Natty go through your messages, comments and feedback from Youtube, Facebook, Instagram and the Thaiger Talk forum on the website.
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The Man Who Took Dinner to The Sky ft. Friso Poldervaart | Ep.18
Friso Poldervaart is a Dutch philanthropist and entrepreneur based in Bangkok. He is dedicated to helping others through his charitable endeavors, as well as running a successful business. He has a passion for making a difference in the world, and strives to use his resources to create tangible benefits for those in need. He is highly esteemed in his field…
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12 Top News Headlines in Thailand by Month Recap 2022
Click the link for watching: https://youtu.be/CKNbrzV0BQY Let’s revisit 12 News Headlines that dominated Thai media in 2022. Whilst there were pressing issues such as taxi scams and foreigners overstaying their visas, we must not forget other important less talked about issues that happened in Thailand as well. Join Natty Warisa in recapping the top news stories that dominated each month…
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Road safety campaign spells disaster for Chiang Mai rescue services | Thailand News Today
Road safety campaign spells disaster for Chiang Mai rescue services A rescue service in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, is receiving the same “false alarm” phone call over and over again thanks to a controversial road safety campaign. Thailand sees a surge in road accidents and road deaths every year between December 29 – January 4, gaining the nickname “Seven Days of Danger.” Road…
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Fire Outbreak at the Grand Diamond City Hotel & Casino in Cambodia, 50 Thai people trapped inside | Thailand News Today
Fire Outbreak at the Grand Diamond City Hotel & Casino in Cambodia, 50 Thai people trapped inside Authorities are responding to a fire at the Grand Diamond City Hotel & Casino in Poipet, Cambodia this morning. The fire reportedly broke out on the second floor in the early morning of today. Officials have deployed several emergency personnel to the…
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Which Thai province drinks THE MOST ALCOHOL | GMT
In today’s episode, Thailand should impose restrictions on Chinese tourists, Thai woman hides 400 yaba pills in vagina to cover for drug-dealing husband, Chinese tourists may bring growing pains to the Thai travel industry, Anarchic passenger causes chaos on a bus trip from Phuket to Bangkok, Survey reveals which Thai provinces drink the most alcohol.
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Sam Smith’s “Thrill of it All” Koh Samui Motorcycle Tour | Thailand News Today
English popstar Sam Smith caused quite a stir among his Thai fans after pictures emerged of his recent holiday in Koh Samui in the southern province of Surat Thani. The singer, famous for his breakthrough single “Latch,” was snapped on a motorcycle around the island where it appeared he is in Thailand for more than just “The Thrill of it…
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Thai PM wants Red Bull heir found ASAP | GMT
In today’s episode, Thai man fakes his own death in unique marriage proposal, Downhill cycling banned in Doi Inthanon National Park, Screening for drunk driving to reduce new year holiday road deaths, a Gold thief begs for freedom after being trapped by security door, PM wants ‘Boss’ found.
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Bangkok Amongst Best Places to Celebrate New Years | GMT
In today’s episode, Christmas Eve raid finds 40 underage pub patrons drinking, Corpse wearing Royal Thai Navy shirt is a fisherman, not a HTMS Sukhothai sailor, Hongkongers to pay 4.5 baht for plastic bags, PM calls for NYE caution and City a top 10 NYE party spot.
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Foreign man fornicates with Thai woman on Pattaya street | Thailand News Today
A petrol pump was blown up by suspected insurgents at a PTT petrol station in the southern province of Yala on Saturday night. There were no casualties. Shortly before midnight on Saturday, an explosion was heard at the PTT petrol station by Highway 410 according to police. Fire engines rushed to the scene and the blaze was quickly brought under control. A police examination revealed that…
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Air pollution at unsafe levels in Bangkok | GMT
In today’s episode, Giving sports a fighting chance, Record number of Thai people traveling abroad, Air pollution at unsafe levels in Bangkok, Knifed in the neck for disrespecting mum, Khao San New Year countdown cancelled.
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Grease is the Word: Brighton College Student Musical Extravaganza!
Brighton College is proud to present a spectacular musical performance based on the iconic Grease movie! attended by students from Year 7 to Year 13, performing classic songs and iconic dance moves from the movie, plenty of energy and enthusiasm, so make sure you don’t miss out on this amazing show!
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Defying Thai beauty standards ft. Anchilee Scott-Kemmis | Thaiger Podcast Ep. 17
Meet Anchilee Scott-Kemmis, a Thai-Australian model and Miss Universe Thailand 2021 who defied Thai beauty standards and campaigned for what she believed in. By being a strong advocate for body positivity and diversity with her #RealSizeBeauty social movement, Anchilee became a big source of hope for many Thai women and young girls who have felt pressured by the existing beauty…
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Thailand News Today | Thai university student sentenced to prison on royal defamation charges
Starting off today with some heartwarming news . . .Kindergarten students in Chiang Rai province in northernmost Thailand saved up one baht every day for a year to buy blankets for people suffering in the cold weather this winter, especially those living at high altitudes in the province’s mountainous regions. Teachers at Chiang Rai Kindergarten invited students to join a…
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The pink flower lake in Thailand that you never knew about | GMT
In today’s episode, Thai police arrest 4 men for making homemade guns and selling them online, Thailand creates new department to tackle climate change, Pink lilies pull hundreds of thousands of tourists to northeast Thailand lake, Nepal releases Pattaya’s ‘bikini killer’ – Charles ‘the Serpent’ Sobhraj, Thai police make 12,000 gambling arrests during World Cup 2022.
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Thailand News Today | Thailand ranked 4th for least corrupt country in Asia
Starting off with some incredible news, Thailand is ranked 35th in the world and 4th in Asia in the U.S. News‘ “Least Corrupt Countries” list. Yesterday, American media company U.S. News released its annual “Best Countries” ranking, featuring 73 countries all over the world. Data was collected from a worldwide survey with more than 17,000 participants. Countries are ranked…
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Thailand News Today | Drivers switch places in moving bus in western Thailand, 11 tourists injured
Phuket is getting ready for the annual road safety campaign known as ‘Seven Days of Danger.’ The campaign will be held around the New Year from December 29 to January 4. Phuket Vice Governor chaired a meeting about the campaign at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday. Officials will use various strategies to improve road safety during the campaign. These include prosecuting…
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Taxi forgets and drives off leaving tourist at gas station | GMT
In today’s episode, a Taxi drives off forgetting Norwegian tourists at petrol station in Thailand, Dining carriages and catering trolleys return to Thai trains, Burmese workers in Bangkok protest for 600 baht minimum wage, Thousands attend run-walk in Chon Buri to raise money for children’s organisations, Anutin promises no 4am curfew; Tourism Ministry suggests Bangla Road trial, New Year govt…
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Thailand News Today | Thailand to promote tourism to Pattaya in new campaign
Thailand is gearing up to focus on promoting the beach town of Pattaya as part of its new tourism campaign. Known as the country’s “sin city”, it will reportedly be part of the “Amazing Thailand, Amazing New Chapters” campaign put forth by the Tourism Authority of Thailand. Partnering with Tiger Airline, the authority will launch the “Fresh Up Chonburi Family…
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UK Tesco accused of using slave labour in Thailand | GMT
In today’s episode, Pheu Thai Party wants to reform tourism, cut red tape, UK Tesco accused of using slave labour in Thailand, Thailand leads BBC travel destination poll, Navy ship sinks in the Gulf of Thailand, 84 rescued, 1 dead, 21 missing, Thailand to open all land border crossings next year.
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Winning the Masterchef Thailand title ft. Angkrit Chuer-am | Thaiger Podcast Ep.16
https://youtu.be/tecbB4mCNEE Angkrit Chuer-am, the winner of Masterchef Thailand Season 5, known for his calm and collected demeanor, Angkrit has consistently wowed the judges and even his competitors with his creative culinary skills throughout the whole season. Despite never having any formal culinary training, Angkrit’s obsession to understand how food is prepared and cooked, combined with his innate leadership skills has…
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Thailand News Today | Police raided a live pornographic studio set up in Pattaya
Police raided a live pornographic studio set up at a condominium in Pattaya yesterday, arrested six people, and confiscated recording equipment and sex toys. Police found five men and a woman either participating, filming or live streaming obscene sexual acts to a Chinese audience Police seized more than 50 sex toys, lubricating gels, jelly Viagra pills, four lighting units, four mobile phone stands, and…
