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Insurgency links probed to Sunday evening’s precise and brutal gold shop heist which netted ฿24 million

Insurgency links probed to Sunday evening’s precise and brutal gold shop heist which netted ฿24 million

October 6, 2025

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Eight masked gunmen storm a gold shop in Narathiwat, netting ฿24M in a 10-minute raid. Soldier shot, hostage taken, decoy bombs planted. Authorities probe likely… Read More ›

Chuwit raises the alarm over a ‘working group’ into sensitive cases set up by the new Justice Minister

Chuwit raises the alarm over a ‘working group’ into sensitive cases set up by the new Justice Minister

October 5, 2025

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Whistleblower Chuwit Kamolvisit warns the new Justice Minister’s ‘working group’ could secretly influence sensitive probes into Senate collusion, Khao Kradong land, and Khanong Phra Airport… Read More ›

Australian arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Held overnight on defamation complaint from Malaysia

Australian arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Held overnight on defamation complaint from Malaysia

October 5, 2025

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Australian journalist Murray Hunter, 66, was pulled off a Bangkok flight over a Malaysian defamation complaint, held overnight in lockup, bailed for ฿20,000, and faces… Read More ›

Ben Smith money fixer to the elite in Thailand lines up ฿100M defamation case against Rangsiman Rome

Ben Smith money fixer to the elite in Thailand lines up ฿100M defamation case against Rangsiman Rome

October 5, 2025

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Money Man vs MP! Ben Smith, fixer to Thai elites, slaps ฿100M defamation suit on Rangsiman Rome MP over explosive claims linking him to Cambodia’s… Read More ›

Steely new line being taken as Thailand toughens its Cambodian border posture. Families ordered out

Steely new line being taken as Thailand toughens its Cambodian border posture. Families ordered out

October 4, 2025

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Thailand escalates its hardline border stance as Cambodian families in Ban Nong Ya Kaeo and Ban Nong Chan in Sa Kaeo Province face forced removal.… Read More ›

Hitman who murdered Kim Limya in Bangkok gets life in prison on Friday. Cambodian abettors remain free

Hitman who murdered Kim Limya in Bangkok gets life in prison on Friday. Cambodian abettors remain free

October 4, 2025

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Hitman who murdered Cambodian opposition leader Lim Kimya in Bangkok is sentenced to life in prison, while his Cambodian handlers remain free, shielded by Hun… Read More ›

Another false dawn? Minister announces delayed tourism levy will be instituted under his watch

Another false dawn? Minister announces delayed tourism levy will be instituted under his watch

October 4, 2025

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Thailand’s long-delayed ฿300 tourism tax is finally set to launch under Minister Atthakorn, promising automatic insurance coverage for all foreign visitors and billions in tourism… Read More ›

China denies any interest in the Thai Cambodian conflict after it was revealed Chinese arms were used

China denies any interest in the Thai Cambodian conflict after it was revealed Chinese arms were used

October 3, 2025

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China denies any role or stake in the Thai‑Cambodian border conflict after Chinese arms were used, as Thailand strengthens military readiness, closes crossings, reviews agreements,… Read More ›

US trade pact being finalised by Commerce Ministry officials despite the shutdown in Washington

US trade pact being finalised by Commerce Ministry officials despite the shutdown in Washington

October 3, 2025

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New Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun races to finalise the US trade pact despite Washington shutdown, determined to boost Thailand exports 6-7% in 2025 as firms… Read More ›

People’s Party MP Rangsiman Rome defends against Thamanat’s legal threat of over money man claims

People’s Party MP Rangsiman Rome defends against Thamanat’s legal threat of over money man claims

October 3, 2025

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Thailand’s parliament erupts as MP Rangsiman defends warnings on Cambodian scam funds. Deputy PM Thamanat threatens legal action over alleged links to a South African… Read More ›

Bank of Thailand boss stresses stability taking up the reins with a new man at the Ministry of Finance

Bank of Thailand boss stresses stability taking up the reins with a new man at the Ministry of Finance

October 2, 2025

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Bank of Thailand Governor Vitai Ratanakorn takes charge, vowing stability and independence, while new Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanpraphat tackles weak GDP, a rising baht and… Read More ›

Phuket People’s Party MP wants action to limit and screen foreign tourist visas to weed out undesirables

Phuket People’s Party MP wants action to limit and screen foreign tourist visas to weed out undesirables

October 2, 2025

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Phuket MP Chalermpong demands tighter visa rules and pre-arrival screening for foreign tourists after repeated crimes, public scandals and disruptive behaviour spark outrage and threaten… Read More ›

PM confirms government’s referendum plan to scrap MOUs with Cambodia. Top People’s Party MP shocked

PM confirms government’s referendum plan to scrap MOUs with Cambodia. Top People’s Party MP shocked

October 2, 2025

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PM Anutin confirms government plan for a referendum to cancel MOUs 43 and 44 with Cambodia. People’s Party MP Rome warns the move risks national… Read More ›

People’s Party firebrand MP warns of billions pouring into Thai markets and critical firms from Cambodia

People’s Party firebrand MP warns of billions pouring into Thai markets and critical firms from Cambodia

October 1, 2025

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People’s Party MP Wiroj warns that billions from Cambodian scam and casino networks could flow into Thailand, threatening markets and critical firms, while gold exports… Read More ›

Prime Minister Anutin plays the hero on Tuesday as he personally flew organs donated by 19 year old man 

Prime Minister Anutin plays the hero on Tuesday as he personally flew organs donated by 19 year old man 

October 1, 2025

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Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul plays hero as he personally flies organs donated by a 19-year-old, saving seven lives, meeting the grieving family, and showing hands-on… Read More ›

Dark days ahead for the economy despite a 1.8% GDP gain with ominous warning signs on employment

Dark days ahead for the economy despite a 1.8% GDP gain with ominous warning signs on employment

September 30, 2025

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Dark days loom for Thailand’s economy as GDP growth falls to 1.8%, but unemployment spikes, consumer confidence plunges, exports falter, tourism declines and fiscal pressures… Read More ›

Senate collusion raised by People’s Party MP who says he was intimidated as Commission probe progresses

Senate collusion raised by People’s Party MP who says he was intimidated as Commission probe progresses

September 30, 2025

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People’s Party MP says he was physically intimidated and forcibly silenced in Parliament while exposing Senate collusion, as the ongoing investigation into 138 senators and… Read More ›

Talks with Chinese ambassador indicate link between politics and Chinese visitors numbers to Thailand

Talks with Chinese ambassador indicate link between politics and Chinese visitors numbers to Thailand

September 30, 2025

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Politics and anti-Chinese sentiment may have played a role in collapsing Chinese tourist flows to Thailand in 2025 as Golden Week arrivals plunge 24%, while… Read More ›

Prime Minister Anutin’s policy statement on Monday mauled by Pheu Thai legal heavyweight Chusak Sirinil

Prime Minister Anutin’s policy statement on Monday mauled by Pheu Thai legal heavyweight Chusak Sirinil

September 30, 2025

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Anutin’s policy speech on Monday failed to impress as Pheu Thai legal heavyweight Chusak Sirinil tore apart the interim government, exposing its empty promises, political… Read More ›

Thailand gives Cambodian squatters days to leave Thai soil or face prosecution and up to 15 years jail

Thailand gives Cambodian squatters days to leave Thai soil or face prosecution and up to 15 years jail

September 29, 2025

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Thailand escalates its hardline border crackdown after deadly clashes with Cambodia, sealing crossings, deploying troops and forestry officers, installing fences, and ordering illegal Cambodian settlers… Read More ›

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