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Police Chief’s wife grilled over UK Property and Financial trail for three hours by Inquiry Panel

Police Chief’s wife grilled over UK Property and Financial trail for three hours by Inquiry Panel

September 28, 2024

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Nipaphan Sukwimol, wife of National Police Chief Torsak Sukwimol, was questioned for three hours about UK property and financial dealings. It comes amid a wider… Read More ›

Markets rally on reports China’s politburo may move to reflate its troubled economy with stimulus

Markets rally on reports China’s politburo may move to reflate its troubled economy with stimulus

September 27, 2024

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China’s plans to reflate its economy lift global markets, sparking rallies in Chinese stocks and boosting the Thai baht. However, analysts warn that without clearer… Read More ›

Upskirt threat to women in Bangkok leads to police warning as kingpin is arrested in Bangkapi raid

Upskirt threat to women in Bangkok leads to police warning as kingpin is arrested in Bangkapi raid

September 26, 2024

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Bangkok police issue warning to women and students after arrest of gang leader involved in upskirt video network. The 20-year-old suspect profited from sharing illicit… Read More ›

UK holiday maker to Thailand lands in Heathrow Airport London with £1 million worth of cannabis

UK holiday maker to Thailand lands in Heathrow Airport London with £1 million worth of cannabis

September 25, 2024

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45-year-old UK man, Nathaniel Benson, was arrested at Heathrow after flying from Thailand with 100 kilos of cannabis hidden in five suitcases. He faces a… Read More ›

Government is already divided as the PM shelves efforts at amending the 2017 Constitution on ethics

Government is already divided as the PM shelves efforts at amending the 2017 Constitution on ethics

September 25, 2024

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In a tense press conference, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra revealed her government’s rift over constitutional amendments. She deftly pivoted and spoke of prioritising flood relief… Read More ›

2nd Trump term would spell a massive shift by the US towards protectionism. It’s called Maganomics

2nd Trump term would spell a massive shift by the US towards protectionism. It’s called Maganomics

September 24, 2024

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Trump’s economic agenda, “Maganomics,” promises a massive protectionist shift for the U.S., risking global tensions and trade wars. Critics warn his aggressive tariffs and isolationist… Read More ›

Finance Minister wants to raise Thailand’s level of inflation. Proposes talks with Bank of Thailand

Finance Minister wants to raise Thailand’s level of inflation. Proposes talks with Bank of Thailand

September 23, 2024

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Finance Minister Pichai proposes raising Thailand’s inflation rate in talks with the central bank, warning that prolonged low inflation could risk a systemic economic crisis.… Read More ›

US Federal Reserve rate cut piles pressure on Bank of Thailand and its governor who is holding firm

US Federal Reserve rate cut piles pressure on Bank of Thailand and its governor who is holding firm

September 21, 2024

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Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput warns against hasty interest rate cuts. The central bank boss emphasises financial stability over government demands. It comes amid rising tensions. Mr… Read More ›

Taiwan’s Defence Minister warns that Chinese drills are constantly growing and becoming more dangerous

Taiwan’s Defence Minister warns that Chinese drills are constantly growing and becoming more dangerous

September 20, 2024

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Taiwan warns of rising Chinese military threats as Defence Minister Koo stresses urgency in response time. With record PLA incursions and heightened tensions, the new… Read More ›

New 6-country tourist visa planned by the Foreign Ministry as well as Electronic Travel Authorisation

New 6-country tourist visa planned by the Foreign Ministry as well as Electronic Travel Authorisation

September 20, 2024

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Thailand is working on a new 6-country tourist visa plan covering Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam, and Malaysia, plus a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system.… Read More ›

Israel tight lipped as a second day of en masse device explosions in Lebanon brings death and bloodshed

Israel tight lipped as a second day of en masse device explosions in Lebanon brings death and bloodshed

September 19, 2024

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Hezbollah hit by deadly blasts for a second day as walkie-talkies explode across Lebanon, killing 9 and wounding 300. Israel remains silent amid rising tensions,… Read More ›

Crazed Laotian van thief, high on methamphetamine, sped through Khon Kaen causing havoc for police

Crazed Laotian van thief, high on methamphetamine, sped through Khon Kaen causing havoc for police

September 18, 2024

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Meth-crazed Laotian steals a van from petrol station, leads police on high-speed chase in Khon Kaen, smashing through checkpoints and red lights before being arrested.… Read More ›

Trump helps promote sons’ crypto business firm just 50 days before the US Presidential election in November

Trump helps promote sons’ crypto business firm just 50 days before the US Presidential election in November

September 18, 2024

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Donald Trump joins sons in promoting a new crypto venture just 50 days before the US election. Trump’s shift toward digital assets signals a strategic… Read More ›

Commerce Minister Pichai tears into the Bank of Thailand as the baht strengthens against the US dollar

Commerce Minister Pichai tears into the Bank of Thailand as the baht strengthens against the US dollar

September 17, 2024

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Commerce Minister Blasts Bank of Thailand: Strong Baht is killing Exporters. Minister Pichai demands interest rate cuts to rescue the economy from a credit crunch… Read More ›

Palang Pracharat official to sue TV execs over explosive audio clips linked with General Prawit Wongsuwan

Palang Pracharat official to sue TV execs over explosive audio clips linked with General Prawit Wongsuwan

September 16, 2024

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Palang Pracharat official Paiboon Nititawan is suing top TV execs for ฿50M over leaked audio clips allegedly linked to General Prawit Wongsuwan. The clips, denied… Read More ›

Pheu Thai wins Phitsanulok by-election. Another defeat for the People’s Party amid public anxiety

Pheu Thai wins Phitsanulok by-election. Another defeat for the People’s Party amid public anxiety

September 15, 2024

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Pheu Thai wins Phitsanulok by-election as People’s Party faces another defeat. Public anxiety rises over government stability, as a new poll shows widespread concerns about… Read More ›

Minister outlines plans for Casinos, Disneyland and a tax support system for workers to Parliament

Minister outlines plans for Casinos, Disneyland and a tax support system for workers to Parliament

September 15, 2024

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Deputy Finance Minister proposes a Thai Disneyland, casinos, and a welfare overhaul in Parliament. The government aims to eventually boost tourism, create jobs and launch… Read More ›

Springfield Ohio becomes ground zero for the US election after Trump’s bizarre debate night cats and dogs claim

Springfield Ohio becomes ground zero for the US election after Trump’s bizarre debate night cats and dogs claim

September 14, 2024

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During last Tuesday’s debate in Philadelphia, former President Donald Trump made a startling claim about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio. He said they were eating… Read More ›

Red flags along the Mekong as PM Paetongtarn comforts the victims of this week’s Chiang Rai floods

Red flags along the Mekong as PM Paetongtarn comforts the victims of this week’s Chiang Rai floods

September 13, 2024

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PM Paetongtarn consoles flood victims in Chiang Rai as Mekong River hits 50-year high, with more rises expected. Red flags signal mass evacuations across northern… Read More ›

Northern Mekong River provinces battling the most severe flooding in 40–50 years after massive rainfall

Northern Mekong River provinces battling the most severe flooding in 40–50 years after massive rainfall

September 12, 2024

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Northern Thailand is in crisis as historic flooding hits Chiang Rai, Mae Sai, and Mekong River provinces. Severe rainfall and river overflows have caused massive… Read More ›