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  • TAT expects 6 million tourists from Europe | GMT

    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…

  • Suvarnabhumi Airport passengers advised to arrive 3 hours before departure | GMT

    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…

  • 1 in 10 Thai kids clinically obese, will they be the fattest generation yet? | GMT

    1 in 10 Thai kids clinically obese, will they be the fattest generation yet? | GMT

    This YouTube video discusses the recent news from Thailand. Five poachers have been jailed for killing and skinning Bengal tigers in Thailand, a crime that has been on the rise in the country. The video also looks at the alarming statistic that 1 in 10 Thai children are clinically obese, raising the question of whether they will be the fattest…

  • The Only Swiss & German International School in Thailand | RIS Swiss Section

    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…

  • Thailand wins award for ‘Best Tourist Country’ in Sweden | GMT

    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…

  • New ‘Red Card’ system for misbehaving foreigners | Thailand News Today

    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…

  • American soldier dies at Cobra Gold military exercise in Thailand | GMT

    American soldier dies at Cobra Gold military exercise in Thailand | GMT

    A recent talkshow episode has discussed a range of topics related to Thailand, from the bizarre to the tragic. The episode began with a discussion of a recent video that has gone viral on social media. The video shows a tourist in Thailand smoking a blunt while riding an elephant. The incident has caused outrage among animal rights activists, who…

  • Man robbed at gunpoint by prostitute’s husband | Thailand News Today

    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…

  • Tuk tuk driver punches foreign tourist in the face in Bangkok | Thailand News Today

    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…

  • Thailand welcomed 2.14 million international tourists last month | GMT

    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,…

  • Thai Airways to merge with Thai Smile to ‘reduce losses’ | Thailand News Today

    Thai Airways to merge with Thai Smile to ‘reduce losses’ | Thailand News Today

    This week, Thailand has seen a variety of news stories, from scammers nabbing 16 million baht from a Chon Buri businessman to an electrical short circuit closing the runway at Krabi Airport. Police in Rayong also destroyed thousands of guns, while Thai Airways announced plans to merge with Thai Smile to ‘reduce losses’. Finally, Netflix cut subscription fees in over…

  • Exploring the land of smiles FT. keisone | GMT

    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…

  • Changing Social Norms & Sex Education in Thailand feat. @TichaKanticha | Thaiger Podcast Ep.25

    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…

  • Reggae Takeover! Get Ready for Thailand’s Biggest Music Festival! | Thailand News Today

    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,…

  • Thai tea ranked 7th in the world’s best non-alcohol drinks’ list | GMT

    Thai tea ranked 7th in the world’s best non-alcohol drinks’ list | GMT

    Today’s episode of the talk show is set to be a powerful one, with a range of important stories. The show will start by looking at a tragic event, with a man having accidentally shot and killed his cousin, as well as injuring his two–year–old niece. This story will be followed by a report on the arrest of three Thais…

  • How to start a business in Thailand FT. zostillmovingabout | GMT

    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

  • Hundreds of Cops dispatched to Pattaya’s Walking Street | GMT

    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.

  • 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 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…

  • The most common complaint about Bangkok taxi drivers is… | GMT

    The most common complaint about Bangkok taxi drivers is… | GMT

    In today’s episode, Patong Police catch 3 Mongolian credit card thieves, The most common complaint about Bangkok taxi drivers is…, and Russian tourists fined 20,000 baht for jet skiing in Krabi, Thailand.

  • Thai Airways cabin crew forgets to collect meal trays before landing | Thailand News Today

    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%…

  • The Importance of Wellness ft. Niels Steeman | Thaiger Podcast Ep.24

    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…

  • Police find underage prostitution at Pattaya go-go bar | Thailand News Today

    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…

  • Wild Boar football team pays tribute to captain “Dom” after his sudden death | Thailand News Today

    Wild Boar football team pays tribute to captain “Dom” after his sudden death | Thailand News Today

      Mosquito bite in Thailand causes Dutchman to lose both legs A Dutchman living in Nakhon Rathasima in Thailand is on a mission to spread awareness about “flesh-eating bacteria” (necrotising fasciitis) after a mosquito bite led to the amputation of his left leg and lower right leg. Long-term expat, 62 year old Ed Olieslagers from the Netherlands, went to the hospital in April last year after a mosquito…

  • Learning Thai language and cultures FT. Kru Smuk | GMT | GMT

    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)

  • Tourist entry fees confirmed for June | GMT

    Tourist entry fees confirmed for June | GMT

      In today’s episode, Lifull Connect acquires FazWaz in Thailand, forming exciting PropTech partnership with Dot Property, English-born Buddhist monk Ajahn Jayasaro becomes Thai, Man walks over ‘500 miles’ and ‘500 more’ to marry his girlfriend on Valentine’s Day, Ignorant foreigner stops traffic to take pictures of a 10-wheel truck, Migrants in crosshairs for taking up ‘Thai jobs’, LGBTQ+ couples…

  • Fishing Crew Rescued After 1 month at Sea in Thailand | Thailand News Today

    Fishing Crew Rescued After 1 month at Sea in Thailand | Thailand News Today

      Phuket fishing crew rescued after almost one month at sea A Phuket fishing crew survived for nearly one month at sea after their boat, the Soi Sakul Petch, suffered engine failure a week after it departed from the island in southern Thailand on January 19. The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) launched a huge search operation after losing contact with the boat, combining marine and…

  • Phuket police can’t catch foreigner stealing tourists’ credit cards for shopping sprees | GMT

    Phuket police can’t catch foreigner stealing tourists’ credit cards for shopping sprees | GMT

    In today’s episode, Phuket police can’t catch foreigner stealing tourists’ credit cards for shopping sprees, Phuket rescuers bring French tourists lost in forest to safety, Man accuses son of drugging him and killing his wife to steal 65 million baht, Report finds most Thais don’t understand climate change, and Stop Corrupt officers in Thailand ‘PM Prayut said’

  • Thailand’s lovers warned about ‘sextortion’ ahead of Valentine’s Day | Thailand News Today

    Thailand’s lovers warned about ‘sextortion’ ahead of Valentine’s Day | Thailand News Today

    Thailand’s lovers warned about ‘sextortion’ ahead of Valentine’s Day The Thai police have warned women to be wary of “sextortion” scams as lovers throughout the world tomorrow celebrate the most romantic day of the year – Valentine’s Day. The Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) warned that danger lurks around the corner. They issued a warning to couples about the dangers of recording their sexy…

  • Air Force Captain to Celebrity ft. Daniel Kim | Thaiger Podcast Ep.23

    Air Force Captain to Celebrity ft. Daniel Kim | Thaiger Podcast Ep.23

    https://youtu.be/_bPhVfNGe7w Daniel Kim, a former veteran US Air force captain turned reality TV show superstar. Daniel stars in the reality TV dating show “The Courtship” which is one of the top US TV networks, NBC. Not only is Daniel an actor and model, but he is also a motivational speaker and lifestyle coach. In this podcast, we talk to Daniel…

  • Phuket Gunman with Mental Health Illness Commits Suicide | Thailand News Today

    Phuket Gunman with Mental Health Illness Commits Suicide | Thailand News Today

      Phuket gunman with mental health illness commits suicide A deranged gunman shot a male and female passenger on a Phuket-Phattalung minibus at 6.49am today. According to a report on Channel 3, the incident happened just after the Phuket-Phattalung minibus departed from the bus terminal. After about a kilometre, the gunman opened fire and started shooting passengers around the Kuan…