Articles by: Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor
Crime, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
A 29-year-old Indian tourist jumped to his death from a 15th-floor hotel in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit area. Police found cannabis in his room but no signs… Read More ›
Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
China’s biggest military incursion into Taiwan’s airspace has alarmed the US. The PLA’s 125 warplanes marked a record deployment. This follows Taiwan President Lai’s assertive… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s Labour Minister proposes ฿3,000 per month per child for seven years to boost the workforce and counter demographic decline. With falling birth rates and… Read More ›
Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Obama blasts Trump, criticises Black male voters supporting him, and urges them to back Harris. As polls tighten in key swing states, he emphasises the… Read More ›
Crime, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
UK ambassador warns Thai officials about rising cannabis smuggling cases as 200 people arrested in the UK this year. Thai government moves to tighten cannabis… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has arrested five Nigerian suspects involved in a Bangkok-based crime gang tied to ฿1.2 billion in online romance… Read More ›
Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
UK’s Conservative Party braces for new leader announcement after historic election loss. Badenoch and Jenrick face off in the final online poll, following Cleverly’s shock… Read More ›
Crime, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Police are probing a suspected murder-suicide after four family members were discovered dead in a locked home in Songkhla. A gun was found at the… Read More ›
Crime, Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit has launched an inquiry after Deere admitted to bribery and corruption in Thailand, involving cash, lavish trips, and massages for officials.… Read More ›
Crime, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Death bus firm under fire as officials raid secret garage, uncover illegal gas tanks. Driver denied bail after 23 perish in Tuesday’s inferno. Ongoing investigation… Read More ›
Culture, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Thailand’s viral baby hippo, Moo Deng, becomes a global sensation, featured on Saturday Night Live. Her playful antics, which captivated hearts on TikTok, now represent… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
29-year-old UK tourist arrested in Pattaya after punching 58-year-old Australian man, resulting in his death. The victim, John Max Neale, was a construction worker from… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Bus driver surrenders after horrific inferno claims 23 lives. Devastating video shows him attempting to put out flames instead of evacuating passengers. Officials call for… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Thai gold scam: Online empire couple arrested for public fraud and false advertising. Police seize assets, deny bail, and continue investigation. Alleged victims urged to… Read More ›
Foreigners, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Israel has killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in a dramatic airstrike on Beirut, marking a significant escalation in their conflict. Analysts speculate on a potential… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
A violent German man wearing a dress terrorises a Phuket neighbourhood for hours, smashing restaurant windows, assaulting the owner’s husband, and causing chaos at a… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s exports surged 7% in August as global markets recovered, but concerns have arisen over a stronger baht and flooding. Exporters warn the baht’s rapid… Read More ›
Crime, Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Chinese woman, duped by a call centre gang for 6 months, doubted Thai police until her parents arrived with proof of the scam. She lost… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s Digital Wallet cash hits bank accounts as over 3 million people receive ฿10,000, offering relief to many struggling families. But reports of creditors targeting… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
The Thai government plans to bring Grab drivers and sex workers into the tax system with a new welfare bill aiming to include freelancers in… Read More ›
Cambodians and scammers risk all to get back into Thailand across a closed and dangerous border 
Brutal murder of beautiful young nurse by her malevolent uncle leads to death penalty calls in Trang 
Chinese cyber theft car drivers with mobile network transmitters touring Bangkok arrested by police 
American lobbyist streams from the Thai Cambodian border as top Bangkok officials brief World’s media 
Brit on electric motorbike attacked by angry Pattaya mob after causing serious injury to an innocent Thai woman 
Quiet, disciplined soldier dies in Surin after opening fire on two locals partying into the night loudly 
Russian firearms dealer arrested while keeping his visa status legal in Thailand at Phuket Immigration 
People’s Party MPs claim they were offered ฿10 million to vote for casino bill before it was withdrawn 
Trouble in paradise for marriages between foreigner and Thais as Australian gets ready to return home 
Tensions are still rising on Thai Cambodian border as 2nd Army commander reveals defensive tactics 
Brainy 16 year old swats his maths teacher leaving her with a black eye in act which has stunned Thailand 
Arrest in Phang-nga linked to grisly murder found at a local pier. Body dumped in chains and dumbbells 
Expert warns foreign tourism has become Thailand’s curse, fueling inertia and a widespread malaise 
Early morning Pattaya madness dumps UK biker in hot water after obstructing an ambulance rescue 
Flailing Hun Sen wages new war on his own nationals in Thailand by threatening them if they don’t return 
Conservatives behind plan to bring back General Prayut. Pheu Thai on Sunday insisted politics will hold 
Finance Ministry & central bank move to boost credit by shifting non-performing debt into asset firms 
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