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  • A new medical treatment visa is anticipated on January 1st | GMT

    A new medical treatment visa is anticipated on January 1st. Police seize four tiger cubs in northeast Thailand. Police search for naked tourists riding a motorcycle in public.- all are coming up today. Check out other news or watch a news report on Thaiger’s youtube channel 

  • Thai FDA warns against drinking Erectile Dysfunction Coffee | GMT

    Thai FDA warns against drinking erectile dysfunction coffee. Tourism ministry seeks B8.7bn ‘booster shot’. Navy eyes frigate as sub purchase falters. Japanese couple’s Lantern Festival romantic marriage proposal ends in drama. TAT promotes Thailand on London buses. Road repair on Patong Hill may take more than 2 months. Broadcast agency signs B600m deal towards World Cup rights.  

  • Thailand News Today | Thailand expands e-Visa service to 23 countries worldwide

    Thailand just expanded its e-Visa service to nine additional Embassies and Consulates worldwide. A Thai visa can now be obtained online in 23 countries. Applications for all types of visas in Thailand can be done online through the e- Visa official website for passport holders of 23 countries. Instead of going to an embassy, simply create an account, fill in…

  • Cannabis Flower Bud now a controlled substance with restrictions in Thailand | GMT

    Immigration intensifies scrutiny of foreign visitors. The cannabis flower bud is now a controlled substance with restrictions. – all are coming up today. Check out other news or watch a news report on Thaiger’s youtube channel 

  • Discounts & Privileges for Tourists in Thailand at ICONSIAM

    Where in Thailand can you get unique souvenirs, is convenient to travel to and has discounts for tourists? Look no further than the ICONSIAM shopping center, where all three things can happen in one big magical place.

  • The Journey to Legalizing Cryptocurrency in Thailand ft.Topp Jirayut | Thaiger Podcast

    Topp Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Founder and Group CEO of Bitkub Capital Group Holdings Co., Ltd., — the LARGEST blockchain and digital asset group of companies in Thailand. He is one of Thailand’s youngest leading bitcoin and open blockchain experts with more than 8 years of experience in the blockchain industry. Topp is also an Executive Board Member and Vice President at…

  • Useful Thai phrases every visitor in Thailand should know

    Whether you’re visiting Thailand for business or pleasure, it’s always beneficial to understand the local language. Learning useful Thai phrases means showing effort and respect for the local culture. It will help ease interactions between you and the locals, making your trip more accessible and more enjoyable. Since Thai is a tonal language, it can be challenging to learn. You’ll…

  • Thailand News Today | Paypal shuts out foreigners in Thailand

    Russian President rejects invitation to APEC Summit in Thailand Thailand News  Russian President Vladimir Putin rejects invitation to APEC Summit in Thailand Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be attending the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meeting in Bangkok next week, despite Thailand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs confirming the Russian leader’s attendance last month. Yesterday, the Russian Embassy informed Thailand’s foreign…

  • THAILAND NEWS TODAY | Taxi fares in Bangkok to increase in two weeks

    The Ministry of Transport yesterday approved a motion to increase taxi fares in Bangkok after recent protests by the capital’s cab drivers. The new fares are expected to come into operation in the next two weeks. The Transport Ministry announced a month ago that Thailand’s taxi fares would increase after eight years of stagnation. The department of transport made the…

  • Thai Locals Suffer Hearing Loss Fever after eating Raw Pork | GMT

      101 Isaan locals suffer hearing loss fever after eating raw pork. Thailand is 1 billion baht short for World Cup 2022 broadcasting license. Failed 14 million baht temple lighting system may quash UNESCO nomination. Two Thai airlines are among the Top 10 most timely in the world. Meta to let go 11,000 employees as Zuckerberg admits he got company…

  • Thailand News Today | Interior Ministry Withdraws Foreigners’ Land Purchase Policy

    Ministry Withdraws Foreigners’ Land Purchase Policy The cabinet allowed the Interior Ministry to withdraw for reconsideration its newly drafted regulations to let specific groups of foreigners buy land for residence. Acting government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri said the drafted regulation was aimed at attracting foreign investment and was being scrutinized by the Council of State when the Interior Ministry requested its…

  • Online Visa Extensions Now Available in Thailand | GMT

    Expats get online visa extensions. Business leaders back U-turn on land sales. Bat-eating YouTuber sparks outrage in Thailand. Suvarnabhumi Airport offers 7 days of free parking for APEC Summit. The first LOT, Polish Airlines flight, arrives in Phuket. Pubs, gas stations, and 24-hour stores close early to save energy. – all are coming up today. Check out other news or…

  • All You Need to know about Loy Krathong in Thailand 2022

    Click the link to watch a video: https://youtu.be/mRBDExcvXXQ In this episode, you will understand Everything you need to know about Loy Krathong Thailand celebrates a number of festivals throughout the year, including the beautiful Loy Krathong festival.  Known as Thailand’s Festival of Lights, Loy Krathong is one of the biggest celebrations on the Thai calendar. This picturesque festival is a…

  • BMA to increase Loy Krathong Festival security | GMT

    Chadchart worries about the increase in drowning on Loy Kratong Festival day. Pattaya Terminal 21 to host the Loy Krathong festival under a dinosaur theme on November 8th. Drunk police doctor who crashed Porsche killing 2 in Thailand avoids prison for now. Pattaya man runs away after plunging pickup truck into pond. Chinese nationals are top applicants for Thailand’s 10-year…

  • Thailand News Today | Delivery driver finds huge stash of Thai, Laos and Japanese banknotes under a tree

    Delivery driver finds a massive stash of Thai, Laos, and Japanese banknotes under a tree Thailand News. Delivery driver finds massive stash of Thai, Laos, and Japanese banknotes under a tree This morning, a delivery driver stumbled across a store of Thai, Japanese, and Laos banknotes scattered beneath a tree in Udon Thani city center, northeast Thailand. The cash –…

  • Overstaying Foreigners Targeted in Pattaya, Thailand | GMT

    Overstaying foreigners targeted in Pattaya club inspections. Chiang Rai doctor suspended over ‘stupid’ argument. Singaporean man trashes red-plate Lamborghini on Don Mueang Tollway. Thailand ends emergency Covid vaccine procurement. Khon Kaen Zoo treats tigers and hippos to the Loy Krathong feeding festival. Fly tipping with real flies – ‘Tourist’ trash anger Kanchanaburi villagers. – all are coming up today. Check…

  • Plus-Size Competition in Thailand | Miss Krungthong 2022

    Join Natty Warisa in discovering Thailand’s very own plus-size beauty pageant, “Miss Krungthong 2022” held at Krungthong Plaza. Krungthong Plaza is a wholesale and retail shopping center in Pathumwan area, Bangkok that is known specifically for its plus-size appareal. On October 27th, 2022, the shopping mall hosted its very first beauty pageant competition for plus-sized people called “Miss Krungthong 2022”.…

  • American Entrepreneur running a restaurant empire in Thailand ft.Greg Lange | Thaiger Podcast Ep.11

    Greg Lange. American Entrepreneur, Restauranteur, Philanthropist and Businessman runs a restaurant empire in Thailand consisting of 12 subway outlets and 14 Mexican food restaurants called Margherita Storm & Sunrise Tacos. One of the more famous and successful expats in Thailand, Greg is not only known for his successful restaurant chain Sunrise Tacos but also for his philanthropic charity work in…

  • Life of A Sex Worker In Bangkok

    Sex tourism is something that happens around the world. A potentially unfortunate byproduct of the tourism industry, it’s particularly prevalent in tourism in Thailand. Statistics for sex tourism in Thailand are hard to come by. Estimates suggest there are anywhere between 250,000 and two million sex workers in the country. Many still like to paint sex workers as a different…

  • Thailand News Today | New foreign land ownership law can be scrapped if Thais don’t agree

    Thailand News Today | New foreign land ownership law can be scrapped if Thais don’t agree New foreign land ownership law can be scrapped if Thais don’t agree If Thai people aren’t happy with the newly proposed foreign land ownership law in Thailand, the whole plan can be scrapped, said Minister of Interior General Anupong Paochinda in Parliament yesterday. “We…

  • Thailand News Today | Aussie surf star dies in Pattaya motorcycle crash

    Aussie surf star dies in Pattaya motorcycle crash A well-known Australian surfboard designer has died after crashing his motorcycle in Chonburi. Kym Thompson smashed into an electricity pole while avoiding a truck turning at a junction on November 1. CCTV shows how Thompson was flung from his bike and skidded along the road. Thompson had died at the scene, having…

  • Women crawls off plane in Bangkok after told to pay for wheelchair | GMT

    Woman crawls off the plane in Bangkok after allegedly being told to pay for a wheelchair. Meta and TAT offer new visions of tourism. GMT No gambling dens in the city: police chief. A superstitious Thai woman has not cut her hair for 10 years. GMT Operators fret over Suvarnabhumi airport congestion. – all are coming up today. GMT Check…

  • Thailand News Today | Foreign tourists swarm into Thailand

    NEW LAW ALLOWS HOMEBREWING FOR THAIS – BUT WITH LIMITS Thailand news Is Thailand set to see a microbrewery renaissance? New regulations are coming into effect today that open the door for small distilleries and breweries. The new regulations outline rules that loosen restrictions on small breweries and even allow home alcohol distilling for personal use. The regulation was published…

  • All you need to know about Long Term Resident (LTR) Visa

    Thailand is a magical place that has charmed so many people. And for those of you who are allured by its beauty, relocating and living your dream life is now easier with the new Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa. This new visa offers multiple benefits for its holders. These include a 10-year extendable stay and permission to work in the Kingdom.…

  • Thailand News Today | Top 10 nationalities buying condos in Thailand

    Top 10 nationalities buying condos in Thailand Thailand’s Real Estate Information Centre (REIC) revealed the top 10 nationalities buying condos in Thailand in the first six months of 2022. In Thailand, foreigners are permitted to own 49% of the units in any condominium building. The remaining 51% must have Thai ownership. The Inspector-General of the Government Housing Bank and Acting…

  • 10 must-eat Central Thai food on your next trip to Thailand

    We all know that Thailand is the land of delicious dishes, and each region has its own unique flavours. Central Thailand, where Bangkok, Sukhothai, and Ayutthaya are located, has a lot of amazing local cuisine that’ll make your taste buds tingle with happiness. To complement your stay in this region, you wouldn’t want to skip out on its most mouthwatering…

  • Where to go in Chiang Mai for a memorable holiday

    When you think about a province in Thailand that is rich in culture and tradition, Chiang Mai will surely be the first thing to come to mind. And rightly so! Chiang Mai used to be part of the “Lanna” Kingdom (during 1292-1775). Some Thai people called Chiang Mai “the town of art”. It has its own style, worthy history, and…

  • Criticism for foreign land ownership bill | GMT

    Criticism for foreign land ownership bill. A Thai man cooks and eats a wild snapping turtle that bit his finger. Pattaya International Bikini Beach Race draws 3,000 runners. Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend APEC summit in Bangkok, Thailand. Russian airlines resume direct flights to Phuket. The largest Indian restaurant in Southeast Asia opens in Pattaya. – all are coming…

  • Can you bring your pets to Thailand? Here’s all you need to know

    Want to bring your pets with you to Thailand but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry; we have you covered! As an animal lover, it’s only natural that you want your lovely furry friends to be with you everywhere you go. Luckily, Thailand allows most pets to come along with you in your big move. There are, however, certain…

  • Thailand hits 7 million international tourists | GMT

    GMT – Thailand hits 7 million international tourists. Information on currency forgers might earn you large prizes. Recreational use ‘doubled’ since delisting. Puffing Israeli passenger puts Bangkok flights at risk. – all are coming up today. Check out other news or watch a news report on Thaiger’s youtube channel