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Thailand video news | Paetongtarn gets final lifeline in leaked tape scandal, Bag bump at Pattaya bar sparks bloody brawl
In Thailand video news, Jay reports on key stories making headlines across the country. From suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s final lifeline in the leaked audio scandal, to a violent gang clash disrupting a Phuket festival, the week has seen a mix of high-stakes politics and public safety concerns. Other reports include a bloody bar brawl in Pattaya over…
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Thailand video news | Thai-Cambodian commanders agree on ceasefire measures, Deadly dispute turns festival into tragedy in Southern Thailand
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay cover news stories, including the new 7-point plan to maintain the ceasefire that’s been agreed to by Thai and Cambodian military leaders, a deadly mass shooting this time taking place in southern Thailand, and some feel-good stories involving Thai heartthrobs and friendly farangs. Thai-Cambodian Commanders Agree on Ceasefire Measures On 29 July, Thai…
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Thailand video news | Six dead in Bangkok market shooting, Ceasefire reached between Thailand and Cambodia—but tensions flare hours later
In today’s Thailand video news, Jay reports on a range of major developments across the country. Tragedy struck in Bangkok as a deadly shooting at the Or Tor Kor Market left six people dead, exposing deep issues tied to financial hardship and mental health. Meanwhile, hopes for peace between Thailand and Cambodia were dashed just hours after a ceasefire agreement,…
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Thailand Video News | Cambodia accused of war crimes in Thai hospital attack, Thailand officially recognises poker and American football as sports
Today we’ll be talking about the deadly artillery onslaught by Cambodian forces on Thai civilian targets, other pettier conflicts erupting between the two countries, and a little later a fresh batch of farangs behaving badly. Cambodia Accused of War Crimes in Thai Hospital Attack Thailand’s Public Health Minister has condemned Cambodian military strikes on Phanom Dong Rak Hospital and nearby…
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Thailand Video News | Thailand to protest Cambodia over landmine incident, Bangkok rider caught with Trump-stamped ecstasy
Today we’ll be talking about landmines being laid along the Thai/Cambodian border, the death toll rising amid the tropical storm ravaging Phuket, and a little later Trump-shaped ecstasy pills hitting the market in Bangkok. Thai caretaker denies killing bedridden patient despite grim search history A Thai caretaker, 64-year-old Nittaya, denies murdering her bedridden patient, 53-year-old Sriprai, despite suspicious online searches…
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Thailand Video News | Wipha wallop: landslide fears as storm lashes Thailand, Japanese man, 62, busted for street dancing in bikini cosplay
Thailand faces severe weather warnings from Tropical Storm Wipha while tackling social and legal challenges—from child protection efforts and a major building collapse investigation to viral local stories and fast-track immigration services. Meanwhile, a clever cashier dog in Ang Thong is brightening spirits amid serious news across the country. Paws and pay: Pooch turns cashier in Ang Thong diner A…
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Thailand Video News | Cannabis clash: small businesses fear monopoly under new rules, Bangkok crowned top destination for digital nomads in 2025
In 2025, Thailand is making headlines with booming tourism, Bangkok’s rise as the top digital nomad city, and new airport smoking rooms. Meanwhile, local controversies include stricter cannabis laws, scams targeting retirees, and several tourist-related incidents in Pattaya and Bangkok. Thailand’s Tourism Record: 2025 Sees Surging Traveller Numbers Thailand set a new tourism record in early 2025, welcoming about 16 million…
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What’s Up Thailand Episode 4: From roaring dinosaurs and elephant art to Phuket comedy and Naruto nostalgia
Time to stomp, strut, and snack your way through Thailand. From roaring dinosaurs and artful elephants to comedy chaos and anime nostalgia, this week’s lineup from What’s Up Thailand has something for everyone. Whether you’re in Bangkok or Phuket, here are the best events to check out before the end of July. What’s up in Thailand Event Details THAINOSAUR: Thai…
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Thailand Video News | Outrage in Phuket after foreign resident allegedly buries dog alive, Topless Thai transwoman busted for beach stunt in Sri Lanka
A disabled British tourist was robbed in a Pattaya hotel by a group of suspects who remain at large. After 16 years on the run, a woman was arrested for her role in her aunt’s murder. Thailand is tackling toxic pollution flowing from Myanmar that threatens public health. The government plans to open bidding for the Bangkok–Nong Khai high-speed rail…
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Thailand Video News | Tourists evacuated after Thai-Cambodian troops scuffle at Ta Muen Thom, Thai poll reveals over 80% want suspended PM to step down
A NIDA poll reveals over 80% of Thais want suspended PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra to step down or call fresh elections, reflecting political uncertainty. Meanwhile, social issues spark outrage as a man is arrested for assaulting autistic individuals in Chiang Mai. Pattaya’s new beach smoking ban faces backlash from tourists and expats, while local concerns grow over an Iranian national living…
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Thailand Video News | Naked American pulled from Bangkok drainpipe after bizarre standoff with rescuers, ex-U.S. soldier arrested after violent episode in Pattaya
In Phuket, a Thai man pleads for the return of his beloved cat caught on CCTV being taken by foreigners. Meanwhile, an ex-U.S. soldier is arrested in Pattaya after a violent outburst, and Bangkok launches major safety reforms on Sukhumvit Road. As Thailand strengthens its stance on online safety and heritage recognition, regional tensions rise with Cambodia’s announcement of a…
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Thailand Video News | Brawl among Korean tourists erupts in Pattaya restaurant, Chinese tourist robbed by fake cops in Pattaya
In Thailand, violent brawls, nightclub raids, and tourist scams spotlight Pattaya’s growing reputation for chaos—while quick-thinking staff in Ranong foiled a major gold heist. Meanwhile, Southeast Asia grapples with bigger questions: Cambodia honors its painful past with new UNESCO recognitions, Vietnam confronts a looming population crisis, and a Thai academic urges transparency over Trump’s upcoming tariffs. Elsewhere, a viral panda,…
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Thailand video news | Russian tourists steal 160,000 baht worth of cannabis from Thai clinic, Malaysia police helicopter crashes during drill
In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay bring you top stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. This episode features a bold cannabis heist by Russian tourists in Chon Buri, a dramatic visa crackdown on Koh Phangan, and a controversial call to ban sex for under-22s in Thailand. We also cover a bus crash in Phetchaburi, a heartwarming birthday…
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Thailand Video News | Trump targets Thai imports with 36% tariff in escalating trade push, Thailand bans monkey labour in coconut industry amid global backlash
Tensions are flaring across Southeast Asia and beyond, with new U.S. tariffs on Thai and Cambodian goods reigniting global trade battles, a leading Thai human rights lawyer sentenced to 29 years sparking international concern, and major crackdowns on crime and policy shifts sweeping the region. From animal welfare reforms and storm disasters to shifting diplomatic dynamics. Phuket Bars Permitted to…
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Thailand Video News | Thai government withdraws casino bill amid political crisis and public pushback, Thailand sees 34% drop in Chinese tourists, forcing revised outlook
In Thailand, cannabis advocates are protesting potential recriminalization, fearing economic fallout for small businesses, while the government simultaneously retreats from a controversial casino bill amid political upheaval. The country is also reeling from a sharp drop in Chinese tourists, viral concerns over road safety, and heated conversations around marketing ethics, all while launching new efforts—like Phuket’s night market—to revive local…
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Thailand Video News | British man jailed 21 years for child trafficking in Pattaya, Selangor to enforce plastic bag ban across all councils by 2026
In Thailand, the government’s controversial casino bill is faltering amid public opposition, while system failures have forced major hotel chains to pull out of a domestic tourism subsidy program. The country also saw the conviction of a British man for child trafficking in Pattaya and a community-driven relief effort supporting nightlife workers struggling from the ongoing tourism slump. Meanwhile, unusual…
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Thailand Video News | Thailand denies British teen’s drug trafficking allegations, Thai woman at centre of scandal involving multiple senior monks
In Thailand, a British teen’s brush with a life-threatening illness and a shocking wildlife station attack highlight the importance of traveler awareness and environmental enforcement. Meanwhile, scandals involving senior monks, a viral pedestrian accident, and the Thai lottery’s accessibility to foreigners capture public attention. Beyond Thailand, we look at North Korea’s growing military support for Russia, Indonesia’s potential extradition agreement…
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Thailand Video News | Thai PM Paetongtarn suspended amid leaked audio scandal involving Cambodia, Thailand introduces prescription form to regulate medical cannabis use
In Thailand, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been suspended amid a leaked audio scandal, while new cannabis prescription rules tighten control over medical use. The country also saw a daring restaurant scam in Pattaya, a major heroin smuggling arrest at Suvarnabhumi Airport, and a rare bear encounter in Khao Yai National Park. Across the region, a Batik Air flight narrowly…
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Thailand Video News | Ho Chi Minh City to relocate 15,000 canal-side families in urban upgrade, Bangkok motorcyclist crashes after allegedly falling asleep on Expressway
In Bangkok, a motorcyclist’s dangerous crash, a rally sparking coup concerns, and street violence in Pattaya raise alarms over public safety. Meanwhile, Thailand’s evolving legal landscape covers drug enforcement, migrant rights, and community-police relations. Internationally, we cover a subway arson attack in Seoul, Indonesia’s call for justice over a migrant worker’s death in South Korea, and Czech intelligence’s exposure of…
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Thailand Video News | Mass protest in Bangkok demands PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s resignation over leaked call, Philippines holds first grassroots stonewall-inspired pride protest in Manila
In Thailand, over 6,000 protesters demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra following a leaked call with Cambodia’s former leader, while the government also faced growing public resistance to its delayed cannabis regulations. A shocking robbery involving a Russian journalist unfolded in Pattaya, and the country made headlines by securing the Tomorrowland music festival for 2026, a major step…
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Thailand Video News | suspected time bomb found in car en route to Phuket, two arrested,Thailand’s cannabis clampdown: new rules threaten to derail green boom
Thailand tightens its cannabis laws, disrupts illegal drug networks, and confronts youth stimulant abuse, while regional partners like Vietnam and Malaysia tackle major policy changes and narcotics seizures. Meanwhile, the Philippines celebrates surging millionaire growth, Thailand’s border policies reroute visa runners, and a kitten’s remarkable survival story captures hearts. Thailand’s Cannabis Clampdown: New Rules Threaten to Derail Green Boom Thailand…
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Thailand Video News | Thailand to reclassify cannabis and restrict use to medical only, Malaysia backs Iran’s right to self-defence, urges diplomatic solution to conflict
Today we’ll be talking about Thailand’s plans to restrict cannabis to medical use only, Cambodia criticizing Thailand for allegedly copying Angkor Wat in temple design, and a little later a Taiwanese woman detained in China after testing positive for cannabis use. Thailand to Reclassify Cannabis as Narcotic, Restrict Use to Medical Only Thailand’s Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin has signed…
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Thailand Video News | Squid Game’s giant doll brings buzz to Bangkok, Cannabis shops raided for selling unapproved edibles
From protests in Thailand to a tourist rescue in Indonesia and political tensions in the Philippines, today’s stories span heated streets, courtroom clashes, and international headlines. 150,000 Protesters to Rally Against Thai PM at Victory Monument Over 150,000 people are expected to gather at Victory Monument on June 28 in a mass protest demanding Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s resignation. Led…
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Thailand Video News | Thai couple arrested after scamming 2,000 businesses, Phuket retires iconic pink buses for modern electric fleet
Phuket’s familiar pink buses are now a thing of the past as the city shifts to electric transport. Across Thailand, a scam operation targeting thousands of businesses has been shut down, and changes are coming for foreigners applying for a Thai driver’s licence. Meanwhile, political tensions rise as PM Paetongtarn faces calls to step down. Phuket Retires Iconic Pink Buses…
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Thailand video news | Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki erupts, sends ash 11km high, Thailand urges employers to offer menstrual leave and period products
Tourists misbehaving, jellyfish invading, and tuk-tuk drivers filming it all—Thailand’s top stories are making waves today. Meanwhile, Cambodia bans Thai produce, Malaysia climbs in global rankings, and Indonesia’s volcano sends ash 11km high. Thailand Urges Employers to Offer Menstrual Leave and Period Products Thailand’s Ministry of Labour has asked employers to offer paid menstrual leave and free period products following…
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Thailand video news | four Filipinos injured in Israel after Iran missile attack, weaponized drones found near Thai-Malaysian border trigger security alert
Tensions are rising across Thailand with violent clashes in Bangkok, drone threats near the southern border, and fake doctors operating in Phuket. As natural disasters and diplomatic disputes unfold across the region, here’s what’s shaping today’s headlines. Thai-Filipina Transwomen Brawl Erupts Again on Soi Sukhumvit 11 A violent altercation erupted once again between Thai and Filipina transwomen on Bangkok’s Soi…
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Thailand video news | Air India jet crashes after takeoff in Ahmedabad, killing hundreds, MIFFest 2025 to screen 62 films from 48 countries in July
Today’s top stories in Thailand include a violent incident involving a security guard and two young boys, a 40-million-baht student visa scam tied to Chinese mafia networks, and an unsettling underwear-sniffing case caught on CCTV. Environmental concerns mount with toxic red dust seized at Bangkok Port and worsening landfill odors in Phuket. Internationally, the tragic crash of an Air India…
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Thailand video news | British influencer reunited with stolen Lamborghini after 8-year global hunt, Ukrainian tourists arrested after assault over public urination in Phuket
Today we’ll be talking about a presumed dead man mysteriously reviving in Nonthaburi, in Phuket, a car that was a rockin’ and authorities came a knockin’, and a little later an Indonesian romantic scam ring targeting Americans busted by police. Phuket Pool Guard Attacked by Drunk Ukrainians, arrests have been made Two intoxicated Ukrainian men were arrested after assaulting a…
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Thailand video news | Thai man found dead at internet café from suspected heart failure, Indonesia urges BRICS to embrace AI for education transformation
Today we’ll be talking about Digital nomads stranded amid the chaos of Thailand’s new visa scheme, a Thai lawyer who’s come forward to claim the mysterious 12 million baht found in the trash, and a little later are fatal bus crash in Malaysia that has rocked the nation. Cambodia Withdraws Troops from Thai Border After Bilateral Talks Cambodian troops have…
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Thailand Video News | Thailand-Cambodia border closure strands thousands and halts trade, missing British backpacker found dead in Malaysia
Today we’ll be talking about the continuing escalation on the Thai-Cambodian border, a Chinatown tuk tuk crackdown and a Russian rub and run, and a little later the first Vietnamese-American woman in spaaaaaaace. Thai Hostage’s Body Recovered from Gaza During Military Operation Israel has retrieved the body of Thai agricultural worker Nattapong Pinta, kidnapped and killed by militants during the…
