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Phuket police arrest 37 transgender women after an altercation with a foreign tourist, drawing criticism from Bangkok Pride. The LGBTQ+ group condemns the arrests, warns… Read More ›
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The Election Commission has launched a new probe into the 2024 Senate election after the DSI uncovered fresh evidence of collusion and money laundering. Investigators… Read More ›
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Thailand faces a deepening banking crisis as bad debts rise, with only 25% of Thais qualifying for credit. The government plans to buy ฿400 billion… Read More ›
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Deputy PM Phumtham defends Thai delegation’s visit to Xinjiang as NGOs slam trip as propaganda for China. Criticism mounts over staged meetings and restricted access… Read More ›
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Thaksin’s proposal to clear bank debt and reset credit histories sparks concern from the Bank of Thailand, warning of moral hazard. As debt rises and… Read More ›
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Thailand’s parliament has passed a landmark alcohol bill, lifting advertising restrictions and scrapping the 2-5 pm sales ban. Supporters hail it as a win for… Read More ›
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Bangkok expressway set to reopen Thursday after collapse killed six and injured 24. Furious PM orders urgent probe, contractor fined ฿16M daily. Disaster follows a… Read More ›
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China and Thailand stand united over the Uyghur issue as Thai Deputy PM Phumtham leads a delegation to Xinjiang. The visit aims to meet repatriated… Read More ›
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PM Paetongtarn vows to eradicate vaping and e-cigarette sales after ฿130 million seizure in Bang Bua Thong. Authorities crack down on smuggling networks as the… Read More ›
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Trump shuts down Voice of America, including its Bangkok HQ, leaving China free to dominate the media narrative in Thailand and Southeast Asia. Critics warn… Read More ›
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40-year-old defence forces volunteer in Pattani survives a car bomb explosion on Monday. Despite severe burns and injuries, Ms. Suyanee Seeba managed to escape the… Read More ›
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Thailand to end 60-day visa-on-arrival amid rising security concerns and illegal business fears. The move follows industry pressure as Chinese tourism declines and the sector… Read More ›
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Thailand’s Vice Minister defends Uyghur deportation to China, slamming US criticism as hypocritical given ongoing harsh migrant repatriations. He claims Thailand acted humanely amid rising… Read More ›
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Thailand faces international backlash after the US sanctions officials over the forced deportation of 40 Uyghurs to China, while the EU censures the kingdom and… Read More ›
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Allegations mount over Thailand’s 2024 Senate election as elite police probe 7,000 linked to money laundering. Lawyer submits court complaint accusing Election Commission of failing… Read More ›
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Thailand faces a severe US tariff threat as Trump targets global trade. PM meets business leaders to plan defence, promote local buying and curb cheap… Read More ›
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Former police chief questions Ferrari Joe’s prison death as officials insist it was suicide. Family claims harassment after assault complaint. Concerns grow over CCTV, bruising,… Read More ›
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German dark web kingpin arrested in Chonburi for running child porn sites and spyware services. Joint TCSD and US Homeland Security operation seizes 36 devices,… Read More ›
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Thailand’s cabinet debates legalising online gambling and luxury casinos to boost tourism. However, a proposed ฿50 million deposit requirement for casino entry sparks criticism, with… Read More ›
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Southern Senator Chaiyong Maneerungsakul demands stronger security laws and a border wall after deadly attacks in Narathiwat and Pattani. Five were killed and up to… Read More ›
Six Thai police aviation officers killed on Friday in crash off Hua Hin. Posthumous promotions declared for the crew 
Uzbek tourist’s forged dollar holiday in Thailand ends with his arrest by Pattaya police after complaints 
Russian tour guides and travel firms suppressed in Phuket task force operation led by Tourist Police 
Brit on Koh Samui in hot water after a road traffic violation. Found with Cocaine and an expired visa 
Monarch pays a touching tribute to Pope Francis as he is mourned in Rome. King and Queen ‘heartbroken’ 
$1 million or ฿34 million car wiped out instantly on Wednesday morning in Bangkok after hitting pickup 
Two young women robbed at gunpoint on Sunday in South Pattaya. Suspect arrested by police in 48 hours 
Paul Chamber’s brother says academic must be returned to United States before US-Thai trade talks 
Big political moves in the offing. Rumours in Bangkok say the Bhumjaithai may be shown the door 
Sai Scott National Park Ranger to be formally removed from role by Director-general’s order this week 
Pope Francis dead at 88. Reforming Jesuit pope leaves behind a bitterly divided church but inspired many 
Narcotics Czar issues severe warning about killer drug cocktail ‘Labubu’ sold in Bangkok over Songkran 
Road rage act by an ex-politician’s son shows old loyalties and dynastic power is still strong in Thailand 
Ranger Sai resigns but defiantly insists that he was right to teach a Western foreign tourist a lesson 
Thai economy thrown into disarray by Trump’s tariffs. Exports and Tourism may both be far lower in 2025 
Young German couple, the parents of a toddler, blown off the road in Phang-nga at a Zebra crossing point 
Prime Minister orders arrests over the Chatuchak Auditor General building disaster within seven days 
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