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Food poisoning in Thailand: It’s a real danger to Thais and a menace to western foreigners

June 27, 2018

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The heat, the sunshine, a multitude of food outlets, large numbers of visitors and cultural differences make the threat of food poisoning in Thailand a… Read More ›

Thai Government warns about fake news online as political discourse picks up before elections

June 21, 2018

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Tough laws concerning online speech and commentary should be noted by foreigners as Thailand resumes political discourse Thailand’s authorities have warned the public that it… Read More ›

Thai Female Minister declares the end of sex tourism as Thailand too moves towards girl power

June 12, 2018

Culture, Foreigners, Living, Thai World, Thailand:

Thai sex tourism recently involved UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson in controversy when he acknowledged it was popular with UK men. Probably one of the… Read More ›

Thailand is a highly connected society and powerful force on the internet

June 8, 2018

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Thailand is an advanced country for internet usage with Thai women leading the way Thailand continues to be placed in the top 10 worldwide for… Read More ›

Clash of two worlds: French couple accused of theft in Thailand

May 29, 2018

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Two French teachers in Thailand disgust world online community and tarnish the reputation of foreigners in Thailand with theft of iPhone captured on CCTV Thai… Read More ›

Fake goods and counterfeit brands in Thailand not yet a thing of the past but maybe soon

May 13, 2018

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Thailand is suppressing fake and counterfeit goods but intellectual property infringement remains 2017 raids on Bangkok’s gigantic shopping centres which for decades were a mecca… Read More ›

Love Destiny may be the way forward for Thailand

May 10, 2018

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Thailand may have found a new formula for harmony and love The Thai Ministry of Defence has launched a new mascot to promote unity in… Read More ›

Violent elephants a part of life in Thailand as Zoo elephant kills trainer in Chiang Mai

December 6, 2017

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The elephant is the most revered animal in Thailand. It is also a symbol of prestige and good fortune intertwined in Thailand’s history for hundreds… Read More ›

New internet laws give Thai government all the cards to regulate online content

June 11, 2017

Culture, Economy, Media, Personal, Thailand:

The new digital economy legislation and amendments to the wide ranging Computer Crime Act will usher in a new era for the internet in Thailand.… Read More ›

Thai young people take up ghost hunting as craze spikes

May 31, 2017

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Many younger and urban Thais have developed a passion for ghost hunting as part of social network and media phenomenon in the country. Ghost hunting… Read More ›

Thai singles using online dating sites must be aware of scamming threat

May 28, 2017

Crime, Culture, Media, Personal, Thai World:

Thai women have been leading the surge in internet usage in the Kingdom for years. As well as education and job searching, one notable trend… Read More ›

Bangkok feminists declare V Day over expat foreigners in media war

May 10, 2017

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The feminist agenda has arrived in Bangkok scoring a famous victory over a hugely popular Facebook expat page used by western men in Thailand. The… Read More ›

Thailand key to world’s greatest feel good story as Thai owners set to win big financially

May 4, 2016

Culture, Foreigners, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World:

The achievement of Leicester FC in winning the UK Premiership is a welcome and positive coup for Thailand and one of its leading families. It… Read More ›