Crime, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Thai sports icon Somrak Khamsing faces 10 years behind bars after a hotel rendezvous with a minor in Khon Kaen. Top cop, General Surachate Hakparn… Read More ›
Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin sparks controversy by rejecting a proposed 2% minimum wage increase set by a tripartite committee. Defying warnings from the Federation of… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s tourism industry faces a 40% decline in revenues this year compared to 2019, prompting a reevaluation. A disappointing response from Chinese tourists and a… Read More ›
Culture, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
American entrepreneur, spy and silk magnate, Jim Thompson, left a lasting imprint on Thailand. His journey from World War II spy to silk merchant and… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Top Thai cop, General Surachate Hakparn, reveals wanted German national Jens Kirch could face possible charges in Germany for underage sex with a minor in… Read More ›
Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Suvarnabhumi Airport ushers in a travel revolution! Effective Dec 15, automatic exit lanes for foreigners. Twice as fast, it’s new from the Immigration Bureau. Passport… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
A gruesome crime unfolds in Sisaket, Thailand, as police unearth the brutal murder of a wealthy businessman, Sathaporn Chinkhamphanao. His wife and stepchildren orchestrated a… Read More ›
Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
High-flying Thai Airways began the week eyeing an ambitious ฿840 billion deal for 80 Boeing Dreamliners, signalling a grand comeback from bankruptcy. Amid robust financial… Read More ›
Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Democrat Party’s turbulent day out: Chalermchai Sri-on emerges as leader amidst dramatic resignations. Victory came with the backing of 21 out of 25 MPs and… Read More ›
Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Government measures, particularly in energy, led to the -0.44% November inflation or deflation, the lowest in 33 months. The silent clash over economic policies deepens,… Read More ›
Crime, Culture, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Chinese social media influencer, Zi Yu Wang, who entered Thailand on an exclusive Thai Privilege visa, faced possible deportation after being summoned over a Tik… Read More ›
Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Phnom Penh—The arrival of two Chinese naval vessels at Cambodia’s Ream naval base has reignited concerns about deepening ties between Cambodia and the Chinese military.… Read More ›
Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
It would not put a smile on your face: Thai restaurant owner, 66-year-old Jamlong Ninlakorn, faced a staggering ฿250,000 bill for a 4-day flu hospitalisation.… Read More ›
Crime, Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Top Cop launches disciplinary action: General Surachate Hakparn, known as Big Joke, confirms disciplinary action and a criminal investigation against police officers in response to… Read More ›
Culture, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Lopburi, a once-prosperous Thai city, now battles a primate onslaught, with locals caging themselves against aggressive monkeys. Once-thriving areas are ghost towns as financial donations… Read More ›
Crime, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Infant murder horror in Pattaya. Shock and heartbreak as 6-8-month-old baby’s lifeless body is found dumped in a trash can. Police launch a full-scale probe… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Elite entrepreneurs unleash convenience store clash: Thailand’s economic tightrope fuels a billionaire brawl as contenders challenge 7-Eleven’s reign. Focused on convenience, moguls like Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi… Read More ›
Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
The calamity unfolded at 1 am on December 5, 2023, prompting an urgent response from authorities and rescue services. The bus, operated by Srisiam Dernrot… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Srettha’s policies under scrutiny as former Deputy Prime Minister Kobsak Sabhavasu questions the efficacy of the Digital Wallet scheme and warns against the proposed civil… Read More ›
Crime, Culture, Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
High-stakes investigation into DW TV’s exposé sends shockwaves through Pattaya and Thailand. Deputy National Police Chief, ‘Big Joke,’ takes charge as the scandal unravels. Controversial… Read More ›
Deputy PM Phumtham says no other country would take Uyghurs. Thailand neutral in US-China spat 
Pattaya police charge 33-year-old doorman with assault causing harm after punching angry UK tourist 
Trump hits Canada and Mexico with 25% tariffs as he confirms reciprocal tariff regime from April 2nd 
Historic London talks as leaders realise they still need the United States and Trump to find peace in Ukraine 
Bangkok police in city centre security sweep following US and Japanese Embassy advisories to tourists 
Trouble in cannabis paradise on Ko Phangan as two smiling thieves make off with a shop owner’s weed 
Police Chief defends late night deportation of 48 Uyghurs back to China. How long more could it go on? 
Iranian arrested for indecent assault of female moto-taxi while riding pillion on her bike in Bangkok 
Rome says heads should roll over security screening failure of Immigration Bureau’s biometric system 
Despite a security crisis, Thailand’s Immigration Bureau biometric system is stalled over licence issues 
PM intervenes in rising standoff between Pai locals and Israeli foreigners in the idyllic tourist town 
Metropolitan Police move swiftly to obtain arrest warrant for Chinese punter in young model’s death 
Arrest of scam centre kingpin and warlord ruler of Myawaddy Colonel Saw Chit Tu demanded by MP 
Nana street hookers arrested in police crackdown on prostitution and drugs in favourite tourist haunt 
Pirate hackers who netted ฿560 million by locking devices and servers worldwide arrested in Phuket 
23-year-old Russian beauty queen being held in a Thai prison after overstaying her visa by 10 days in Pattaya 
New Zealand man who was stabbed by father-in-law forgives the older man and helps post bail for him 
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