Articles by: Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Biden faced Mounting Pressure as Trump rose with JD Vance: With Democratic calls for Biden to exit the race intensifying, the President has pulled out… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s Minister of Energy scolds media and confirms no rise in electricity prices from September to December 2024, keeping rates stable at ฿4.18 per unit.… Read More ›
Crime, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Chinese TikTok star Yan Ruimin believed murdered by a fellow Chinese tourist in Bangkok. Police tamp down crime syndicate speculation but identify a key suspect… Read More ›
Crime, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Elderly British couple in Thailand face turmoil after a violent clash with neighbours. Legal battles loom over assault and CCTV use. An elderly British couple… Read More ›
Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Senate confirmed amid controversy: Thailand’s new Upper House to be formally seated. Election Commission issues ‘Orange Cards’ after detailing rigorous vetting of over 48,000 applications.… Read More ›
Crime, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Berserk foreigner in Phuket escapes hospital, assaults a man, steals a passenger van, and crashes it. Massive traffic delays ensue. Severely injured, he was cut… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Jilted Thai lover arrested for blackmailing former French flame after abusive breakup in Vietnam. Published explicit videos, extorted €900, caught in Pattaya by Technology Crime… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
AXE TO FALL ON DUTY-FREE ON ARRIVAL SHOPS: Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira orders duty-free concessions at Thailand’s eight international airports to shut down, aiming to… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Local official arrested and another hunted in Yala bomb probe. A young engineer is questioned by the military after a deadly explosion, while a second… Read More ›
Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
A 43-year-old deputy school director in Lamphun, northern Thailand, was found dead on Friday night after being missing for over 12 days. Teacher Bank, or… Read More ›
Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
A poignant tale of an elderly US serviceman and his Thai girlfriend from the Vietnam War era went viral before the serviceman’s son halted the… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Alisa Makarenko pursued a purse snatcher through Phuket town, capturing the thrilling chase on video. Police are confident of catching the culprit using CCTV footage.… Read More ›
Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Blaze destroys Bangkok EV station. Police probe fire at Winnonie motorbike charging hub. No injuries, but extensive damage feared. Station part of expanding eco-friendly taxi… Read More ›
Crime, Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Zero-dollar tours are crippling Thailand’s tourism recovery. Up to 50% of Chinese tour group arrivals could be victims of these extortion rackets, spreading negative views… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
After arresting three escaped oil smuggling vessels, concerns rise over collusion and corruption. With no oil found, just crew, dogs, and puppies, AG official warns… Read More ›
Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Thai hotels and tourism firms were shocked by the June 3rd collapse of German travel giant FTI, responsible for 100,000 bookings last year. Amid reports… Read More ›
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Governor Sittipunt mandates strict standards for any new Chatuchak pet centre after a fire kills 5,000 animals. With a July 15 deadline, city officials intensify… Read More ›
Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
A fire at the controversial Bangkok wildlife market early Tuesday has caused global sorrow. Thousands of species, including dogs, cats, birds and monkeys, perished. City… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s private sector and government promise free-to-air coverage of the Euro 2024 tournament. This move, driven by football’s growing popularity, aims to benefit bars, hostelries… Read More ›
Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Filming will start next week in Trang, Krabi, and Phang-nga. Directed by Gareth Edwards, this instalment promises breathtaking scenes at Ko Kradan’s Sunset Beach. The… Read More ›
Trump stuns World with an even greater victory than in 2016. Massive electoral gains in US swing state wipeout 
War between spouses of top police officers offers a terrifying glimpse of behind the scene rivalries 
An old man smashes EV car through a car park wall and tumbles to the ground wheel up on Monday. Survives 
Prime Minister Paetongtarn holds urgent talks and briefings to diffuse the rising Ko Kood controversy 
Chinese illegal migrant flow to Thailand increasing bringing challenges for the Royal Thai Police and the economy 
UK Conservatives elect first Black leader amid turmoil following a disastrous July 4th General Election rout 
Legal eagle in hot water as wealthy French-based Thai woman claims she gave him ฿71 million for deal 
Trump trains his guns on ex US congresswoman Liz Cheney, a reviled figure for MAGA Republicans 
Phuket doctor Dr Thandao Chandam to appeal Phuket Court decision to acquit Swiss man Urs Fehr 
Ministry of Interior clarifies new citizenship measure not aimed at expats but stateless people 
Extreme weather event hits Southern and Eastern Spain leaving at least 70 people dead and devastation 
New citizenship path for foreign residents in Thailand agreed by cabinet. Interior Ministry to frame details 
49-year-old Chinese fraudster arrested by Immigration Bureau in Pattaya after staying for 2 months in the city 
PM to visit South as Tak Bai accused officials return and take back their roles and lives as normal 
His Majesty the King praises Sunday’s exquisite Royal Barge ceremony along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok 
Thailand takes another step backwards as a staunch US ally with its BRICS partnership seen last week 
China closes border crossings with Burma after bomb attack on its consulate in Mandalay last week 
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