Bitter divorce row boiled over into rage on Monday leading husband to shoot wife dead in Lampang
A Lampang businesswoman was shot dead inside the home she still shared with her ex-husband after a bitter property dispute. Neighbours heard a heated argument… Read More ›
Qatari tourist to be deported after unprovoked attacks in Hua Hin after third visit to a cannabis shop
A Qatari tourist who had previously visited the same cannabis shop without incident is accused of launching an unprovoked assault spree in Hua Hin. Six… Read More ›
Thailand’s EV sales momentum downside as officials prepare to deal with rising consumer complaints
Economy, Living, Politics, Thailand:
Hundreds of EV owners could get their day in court without paying legal costs after Thailand moved towards unprecedented action against one manufacturer. A total… Read More ›
Police sergeant fends off four attackers with gunfire in latest southern insurgency attack in Pattani
A wounded police sergeant returned fire after four gunmen opened fire in a brazen Pattani ambush. The attackers escaped by motorcycle and boat, sparking a… Read More ›
Ex PM and Democrat Party leader urges politicians implicated in Senate Collusion files to come clean
As the Senate collusion case reaches its biggest test, Abhisit has urged named politicians to answer publicly, while opposition leaders warn the Election Commission against… Read More ›
Hotel fronting a den of iniquity catering to Chinese punters raided for the second time on Saturday by armed police
Police stormed a heavily guarded Chinese-only hotel in Nonthaburi, uncovering drugs, gambling, prostitution and airport transfers under one roof. More than 200 items were seized… Read More ›
Frenchman who attacked police on Friday with a knife dies after being shot when he refused to surrender
Knife-wielding Frenchman Ba Adam has died after police shot him in Bangkok when two Taser deployments failed and an officer was wounded. Investigators are probing… Read More ›
Consumer products counterfeit racket smashed in Bangkok and Saraburi. Police warn of real health risks
Crime, Economy, Media, Thailand:
Counterfeit coffee, cocoa and fabric softener flooded small shops before police smashed a fake goods network. Four suspects confessed after raids uncovered 226,720 bogus branded… Read More ›
Security forces hunt men responsible for a deadly attack this week. One arrested and a warrant issued
One suspect arrested and another wanted over the Narathiwat checkpoint massacre that killed five rangers. Defence Minister Lt Gen Adul orders a relentless manhunt as… Read More ›
Crackdown on foreign nominee firms and business concerns moves into Krabi with 1,000 firms hot listed
Krabi becomes the next target in Thailand’s illegal business crackdown as more than 1,000 companies face investigation. Deputy Interior Minister Polpeera orders a money trail… Read More ›
Father in law kills daughter’s husband as showdown with estranged wife grew heated and tempers flared
A last-ditch attempt to save a marriage ended in a fatal shotgun blast in Phrae. Police say a 69-year-old father-in-law killed his son-in-law during a… Read More ›
Four rescued 12 miles offshore from Pattaya on Friday evening when a speedboat capsized in windy seas
A speedboat sank in violent seas off Chonburi, triggering a dramatic offshore rescue that saved four people. The rescue boat was then forced to shelter… Read More ›
Five foreign women arrested on Saturday working as prostitutes on Sukhumvit in Bangkok to be deported
Bangkok police swooped on Sukhumvit Soi 4 after viral videos exposed street prostitution, arresting five foreign women now facing prosecution, deportation and lifetime bans. The… Read More ›
Shift in the Thai economy sees the lowest baht value in 15 months as imports rise far faster than exports
Economy, Living, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand’s economy faces a new warning as the baht slumps to a 15-month low, imports outstrip record exports and the current account swings to a… Read More ›
Police say Italians may face action and visa revocation if a formal complaint is made over BTS incident
Crime, Living, Media, Thailand:
Mocking a Thai passenger on a Bangkok BTS may now have legal consequences. Police say complaints against Italian students can proceed under Thai law after… Read More ›
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Abhisit shifts to active support for opposition’s efforts to expose massive collusion in 2024 Senate election
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Former PM Abhisit Vejjajiva joins opposition demands
Five soldiers killed in attack by armed insurgents at a checkpoint in Narathiwat on Wednesday evening
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July 23, 2026
Former DJ disappears after decomposing body is found
New Zealand teenager released on bail after mum flies to the rescue. Days spent in jail and head shaved
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Am Cyanide beats second murder rap in court. Judges rule not enough evidence she poisoned a vegetable vendor
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Thailand’s suspected cyanide serial killer
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July 22, 2026
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July 22, 2026
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Top lawyer in fight with Nakhon Ratchasima host bar over the use of formal legal gowns to serve guests
July 21, 2026
Celebrity lawyer Saiyut Pengboonchu has gone to police
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July 21, 2026
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July 20, 2026
The race for Thailand’s top police job appears
People’s Party leader launches scathing attack on Prime Minister Anutin and government on corruption
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People’s Party declares political war on the
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