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Bangkok police launch a manhunt for two Scots suspected in the killing of a Burmese businessman. The victim, Kyaw Zeyar, was found brutally beaten. Authorities… Read More ›
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Russian fugitive nabbed in Pattaya after 10 years on the run for drug offences. ‘Mr Mikail’ was arrested on an Interpol Red Notice. The public… Read More ›
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Horrifying accounts emerge of a 63-year-old German man coughing up blood mid-flight from Bangkok to Munich. Despite efforts, he succumbed to the catastrophic loss of… Read More ›
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Violent clashes at Siam BTS Station raises alarm as royalists and activists faced off. A 20-minute brawl ensued near Siam Paragon Shopping Centre. Activists’ survey… Read More ›
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Tragic accident in northern Thailand as van carrying Danish tourists crashes en route to Pai party. Driver killed, three seriously hurt. Concerns mount over road… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Finance Ministry urges support for homebuyers amid Bank of Thailand’s credit crunch. Deputy Minister Krisada calls for coordinated fiscal-monetary policy to tackle challenges. It comes… Read More ›
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Maha Sarakham police officers lauded for diffusing a tense school hostage situation. A gunman, distraught over marital woes, held hostages but surrendered without harm. Police… Read More ›
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Canadian’s shocking action halts takeoff. Chaos at Chiang Mai Airport as a crazed passenger managed to open the plane door during takeoff. Arrested and charged… Read More ›
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The danger posed by motorbikes in Thailand sees dreams crushed and lives lost every day. The situation is also an economic issue. Young Australian man… Read More ›
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Thailand in Crisis: Population plummets by 500k in 4 Years. Economic growth stagnates as the ageing crisis looms. Social Security fund faces bankruptcy. Urgent government… Read More ›
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Former PM Thaksin Shinawatra, set for parole on Feb 18, faces a shock lèse-majesté charge from 2016. OAG deliberates as uncertainty again shrouds Thaksin’s legal… Read More ›
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PM Srettha Thavisin presses on doggedly with his increasingly contentious Digital Wallet scheme. The plan faces public indifference, warnings of legal peril for ministers involved… Read More ›
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35-year-old UK national faces serious criminal charges after paying for allegedly sex with a minor. Decision taken by police to pursue people who avail of… Read More ›
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Ministry of Agriculture faces turmoil as Minister Thamanat vows silence on key suspect. Fire at ministry sparks controversy; police rule out foul play. Spokeswoman defends… Read More ›
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Thailand’s economic struggles take centre stage as the global success of elephant pants reveals a harsh truth – over 70% are manufactured in China. The… Read More ›
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Arrests highlight the uncomfortable pattern of misbehaviour of a small proportion of Western travellers to Thailand. However, in the past, the kingdom is known to… Read More ›
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Five Russian tourists arrested for allegedly abducting a Belarusian couple, extorting ฿31 million in cryptocurrency. The victims narrate a harrowing ordeal, recounting threats and violence.… Read More ›
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Last week’s arrest of Srisuwan Janya appeared to be an earthquake. However, as police dig their teeth into a widening and terrifying trail of corruption… Read More ›
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Bank of Thailand cautions against interest rate cuts, highlighting short-term gains with potential long-term pitfalls. Senior Director Sakkapop Panyanukul emphasises winners and losers in the… Read More ›
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Bizarre Pattaya kidnap hoax collapses. UK tourist’s deception unravels with elite and heavily armed Hanuman commandos. Ian Day was arrested with accomplices at an illegal… Read More ›
Central bank rate call a minor issue compared to the surge in fiscal spending and deficit planned in 2025 
UK man impaled on wall spikes in Pattaya. Second freak accident this week after engineer’s death 
In 2023, Thailand shifted away from cash just as Sweden’s central bank asked to see it protected in legislation 
Cannabis law emerges as a big political threat to the coalition judging by what happened in 2022 revolt 
Sad story of failed love between an elderly Austrian and his Thai wife aired publicly in Pattaya dispute 
Police warn travellers arriving at Bangkok’s airports of a fast-track immigration clearance scam offer 
Police chief withdraws defamation case to allow a full and open probe by investigators into his affairs 
Rabid Russian assaults police team in Phuket after going berserk at a city centre hotel on Tuesday 
Same-sex marriage law passed by lower house. Next comes a law to legalise prostitution in Thailand 
Phuket tourism boss concerned that the ‘feelings’ of locals on the island may be provoked by foreigners 
Horror greets responders after shocking high-speed motorbike crash on Phuket road leaves three dead 
Srettha dismisses speculation of a plot to defeat the budget and replace him as the Prime Minister in a heave 
Big Joke survives an alleged effort to discredit him. PM appoints temporary police chief and enquiry panel 
Big Joke’s police career on the brink as police chief threatens to suspend the high profile top cop from job 
Thaksin’s visit to Chiang Mai lays down a marker. The ex-PM is still a compelling political force in Thailand 
Shell from cannon fired from one naval frigate into another as they docked at Sattahip Naval base on Thursday 
It’s all over for Move Forward, Thailand’s largest political party, after the Election Commission’s latest move 
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