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Angry Residents Halt Reenactment of Laotian Man Who Confessed to Killing Girlfriend
BANGKOK — Police were forced to cut short a crime reenactment on Thursday after angry residents gathered and hurled abuse at a Laotian man who confessed to killing and dismembering his girlfriend, with tensions escalating to the point that officers had to restrain a man attempting to assault the suspect. Crowd mobs Trat Cambodian rape […]
Filipina Arrested After Newborn Found Discarded in Bag at Bangkok Mall
BANGKOK — A 25-year-old Filipina woman has been arrested following the discovery of a newborn baby’s body inside a black plastic bag at a women’s restroom in a major shopping mall on Sukhumvit Road, authorities confirmed. Newborn baby found in rubbish bin in Banglamung, suspected mother identified The body was found at approximately 4:24pm on […]
16 African Women Arrested for Prostitution in Sukhumvit Crackdown
BANGKOK — Police and social development officials have arrested 16 foreign women accused of soliciting prostitution in a coordinated crackdown in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit area following complaints from foreign tourists and reports circulating on social media, Khaosod English reported. Phuket Police Arrest Nine African Women in Bangla Road Prostitution Crackdown The operation took place at approximately […]
British Tourist Dies, Girlfriend Fights for Life After Alleged Drink Spiking in Bangkok
BANGKOK — A tragic incident has shaken the travel community after a 38-year-old British tourist died and his girlfriend was left fighting for her life following an alleged drink spiking in the Thai capital, raising urgent questions about tourist safety and prompting a police investigation, agencies reported. Public Alert Issued Over Methanol-Tainted Alcohol Tom Pardhy, […]
British Man Caught Selling Cocaine in Bangkok
BANGKOK — A 64-year-old British man has been arrested in Bangkok after police allegedly caught him selling cocaine to tourists in the Sukhumvit area, seizing approximately 400 grams of the drug along with other narcotics in one of the capital’s busiest nightlife districts. Officers detained the suspect, identified as P. T. L., near Sukhumvit Soi […]
Australian Drug Fugitive Arrested in Bangkok
BANGKOK — An Australian national wanted on drug charges in his home country has been arrested at a condominium in Din Daeng district of Bangkok, marking another success in Thailand’s efforts to prevent the kingdom from becoming a safe haven for international fugitives. Immigration officers apprehended the suspect, identified only as Isaac, 44, on Friday […]
African Women Clash with Transgender Group on Pattaya Beach
PATTAYA — A late-night altercation between a group of Thai transgender women and African women erupted on Pattaya Beach in the early hours of March 29, drawing widespread attention online and sparking renewed criticism over the management of the city’s beachfront areas. Swedish Man Assaulted by Transgender in Pattaya After Dispute The incident occurred at […]
Undertaker Brings Coffin to Chonburi Petrol Station to Prove Legitimate Fuel Need
CHONBURI — An undertaker in Chonburi province was compelled to transport a coffin containing a deceased person to a petrol station in order to purchase diesel for a cremation, after staff refused to sell fuel in containers under anti-hoarding restrictions. Thai Government to Roll Out Fuel Relief Measures from April 1 Preecha, the undertaker, explained […]
Kazakh Man, Four Indian Nationals Arrested in Pattaya Scam Crackdown
PATTAYA — Police have arrested five foreign nationals accused of running an online investment scam from a residential property in Pattaya, seizing multiple electronic devices used in an operation that lured victims into fake stock trading schemes promising high returns. Tourists in Pattaya Circulating Counterfeit Dollar Bills in Social Media Stunt The raid took place […]
Tourists in Pattaya Circulating Counterfeit Dollar Bills in Social Media Stunt
PATTAYA — Indian tourists in Pattaya have caused alarm after handing out fake US dollar notes as part of a staged social media content video, leaving local vendors shaken and potentially exposed to legal risk. Pattaya Police arrest Iranian gang using fake dollars The incident, reported on March 27, saw unsuspecting recipients attempt to exchange […]
Two Foreign Bikers Arrested for Doing Wheelies on Phuket’s Roads
PHUKET — Two foreign nationals have been arrested after being caught performing dangerous wheelies on public roads in Phuket, with police swiftly identifying and apprehending the suspects within hours of the incident being captured on video. British Motorcyclist Sparks Outrage After Wheelie Accident in Pattaya The incident occurred on March 25, 2026, on Chao Fa […]
Tourist Assaulted and Robbed at ATM in Phuket
PHUKET — A foreign tourist was threatened, assaulted and robbed while using an ATM in Patong in the early hours of March 19, in an incident captured on CCTV that has sparked widespread concern about visitor safety in one of Thailand’s busiest nightlife districts. Finnish Tourist robbed by Laos Ladyboy who offered to “help” at […]
Foreign Woman Assaulted by Transgender Group on Phuket’s Bangla Road
PHUKET — A foreign woman, believed to be of Russian origin, was attacked by a group of Thai transgender women on Bangla Road in Patong, in an incident captured on video that has circulated widely online, raising questions about tourist behaviour and safety in the popular nightlife district. Russian Man Arrested for Assault on Thai […]
Two Tourists Brawl in Patong Over a Woman, One Hospitalised
PHUKET — A late-night dispute over a woman escalated into a violent brawl between two foreign tourists near Patong’s notorious entertainment district in the early hours of Thursday, leaving one man hospitalised and the other on the run from authorities. Foreign Tourists Brawl on Phuket’s Bangla Road The altercation erupted at approximately 2:40am on Thaweewong […]
Minivan Carrying Foreign Tourists Crashes into Power Pole in Phuket, Killing One and Injuring 11
PHUKET — A passenger van carrying foreign tourists to the Similan Islands crashed into a power pole in Phuket early Wednesday morning, leaving one Russian woman dead and 11 others injured, police confirmed. Tour Bus Carrying Pilgrims Crashes into Utility Pole in Cha-am, Injuring 15 The incident occurred at approximately 4:00am on Thepkrasattri Road in […]
Lucky Escape: Pilot Survives Saraburi Light Plane Crash
SARABURI – An ultralight aircraft crashed into a large tamarind tree outside a roadside shop in Phra Phutthabat district, Saraburi province, on the evening of March 15, leaving the 75-year-old pilot with minor injuries and causing widespread damage to electricity lines that cut power across a wide area. Ultralight Plane Crash in Phuket Leaves Two […]
Elephant Kills One in Nakhon Nayok, Patrols Stepped Up
NAKHON NAYOK – Authorities have ramped up surveillance measures in Nakhon Nayok province following a tragic incident in which a wild elephant fatally attacked an elderly man near his home late yesterday evening. The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has instructed officials to tighten monitoring of wild elephants that may stray into […]
Seven Arrested in Bangkok Businessman’s Abduction, Suspected Murder
BANGKOK — Police have detained seven people suspected of kidnapping the manager of a Bangkok medical instrument company, who was then believed to have been killed and his body burned in Lop Buri province in a case allegedly motivated by a love triangle. Nine people were initially involved in the plot, including one mastermind and […]
Students Clash with Weapons in Ayutthaya, Sparking Public Alarm
AYUTTHAYA — A disturbing video showing two rival groups of students engaged in a violent confrontation on Rojana Road in Ayutthaya province was widely circulated on social media on February 23, prompting public alarm and an immediate response from local authorities. The clash involved teenagers wielding dangerous weapons including knives and sickles, creating chaos along […]
Bangladeshi Man Arrested for Illegal Entry in Sa Kaeo, 11 Mobile Phones Seized
SA KAEO — A 38-year-old Bangladeshi man has been arrested in Sa Kaeo province after allegedly entering Thailand illegally from Cambodia, with officers discovering 11 mobile phones concealed among his belongings during a routine checkpoint inspection, immigration police confirmed. 27 Bangladeshi Nationals Caught in Sa Kaeo Attempting Illegal Entry into Thailand The arrest took place […]
Five Dead, Six Injured in Chainat Pickup Crash After Driver Runs Red Light
CHAINAT — Five people were killed and six others injured in a devastating road traffic collision in Sapphaya district early Saturday morning, after a pickup truck lost control, ran a red light, and slammed into an electricity pole, police confirmed. One killed, 17 hurt in pickup truck crash in Chai Nat The crash occurred at […]
250kg Safe Worth Over 3 Million Baht Stolen from Condo in Korat
NAKHON RATCHASIMA — A Korat couple has reported to police that a 250-kilogramme safe containing valuables worth more than three million baht was stolen from their condominium room in Muang district, with no signs of damage or forced entry, leaving residents shaken and authorities searching for answers. French-Arab Arrested for High-Value Burglary on Koh Samui […]
Nakhon Phanom Temple Halts Cremations Amid Fuel Restrictions
NAKHON PHANOM – A prominent temple in northeastern Thailand has suspended cremation services due to a regional fuel shortage, as local gas stations implement strict rationing measures that prevent religious institutions from securing adequate fuel supplies for funeral rites. Pump Prices to Rise Starting Wednesday as Government Adjusts Fuel Subsidies Wat Mahathat, a major religious […]
Buriram Woman Marries Two Foreigners in One Ceremony
BURIRAM — A 37-year-old Thai woman has drawn widespread attention after marrying two Austrian men in a single ceremony in Prakhon Chai district, Buriram province, in what is believed to be the first such case in the province. Ladyboy-Tomboy Join Pattaya Mass Wedding Duangduan Ketsaro, also known as Gig, wed Roman, a retired Austrian police […]
Thai Soldier Injured by Explosive Trap on Cambodia Border in Buriram
BURIRAM — A Thai soldier was injured on Tuesday after triggering a concealed explosive device while on patrol near the Cambodian border, marking another incident along the tense frontier between the two neighboring countries. Thai Navy Finds Newly Planted Landmines on Trat Border Sergeant Thanaphon Mudyadam, a soldier with the First Army Region, sustained injuries […]
Furious Elephant Attacks Owner During Forced Breeding in Buriram
BURIRAM – A bull elephant attacked its owner and damaged two vehicles while being forced to mate in a field outside an elephant village in northern Buriram province on Monday, WorkpointNews23 reported. Wild Elephant Kills Tourist in Khao Yai National Park The incident occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m. in a dry paddy field in Ban […]
Canadian tourist dies while climbing Tiger Cave Temple in Krabi
KRABI — A Canadian tourist has died from heart failure while attempting the strenuous 1,260-step climb at Krabi’s Tiger Cave Temple, marking the second fatal incident at the popular spiritual landmark in just three days. 12 Tourists Rescued After Long-Tail Boat Capsizes Off Krabi Coast The man collapsed near the 1,100th step, where his wife […]
Italian Man Arrested for Drug Use on Koh Chang Following Domestic Altercation
TRAT — An Italian man was arrested on Koh Chang on Thursday following a violent altercation with his Thai wife, after police discovered methamphetamine in their rented home and confirmed drug use through testing. German Man Arrested in Koh Samui Drugs Raid, Accused of Global Cocaine Network Ties The suspect, identified only as G. L. […]
Brake Failure Sends Truck Crashing into Rayong Home, Injuring Seven
RAYONG — Seven workers were injured and a home was left badly damaged after a passenger truck suffered brake failure and plowed into a house in Ban Khai district early on the morning of March 23, renewing local concerns about a junction residents say has long been prone to accidents. BMW Crashes into Karaoke Bar […]
12 Tourists Rescued After Long-Tail Boat Capsizes Off Krabi Coast
KRABI — Twelve tourists were rescued after a long-tail boat capsized at sea off the coast of Krabi on Saturday, March 21, 2026, in an incident that left two people injured and prompted a swift multi-agency emergency response. 14 Tourists Rescued After Charter Boat Capsizes Off Pattaya Coast The accident occurred at approximately 3:30pm on […]
Scandal Involving Fake Building Permits Uncovered on Koh Samui
SURAT THANI – A growing scandal over forged construction permits in Koh Samui has triggered widespread concern, particularly regarding the safety of luxury villas owned by foreign nationals, as authorities scramble to investigate a scheme involving fraudulent documents and alleged bribery. Two luxury villas demolished in Koh Samui Local officials have confirmed that fake documents […]
German Man Arrested in Koh Samui Drugs Raid, Accused of Global Cocaine Network Ties
SURAT THANI – Immigration police have arrested a 37-year-old German man accused of involvement in a global cocaine trafficking network, with the suspect allegedly using a cannabis shop on Koh Samui as a front while evading authorities. African Man Arrested with Cocaine at Phuket Hospital in Drug Crackdown The arrest took place on March 19 […]
Pakistan and Afghanistan at War Again: Cross-Border Conflict Escalates
ISLAMABAD/KABUL — Pakistan and Afghanistan are once again at war,…
Thai Woman Killed in South Korea; Boyfriend Arrested
MOKPO, South Korea – A Thai woman has died in…
Chinese Social Media Influencer Rescued from Cambodian Streets Following Job Scam
BANGKOK – The Chinese Embassy in Cambodia announced on January…
New Scam Center Discovered in Cambodia Following Thai Border Crackdown
BANGKOK – Cambodian authorities, in coordination with Thai officials, have…
Where is LISA? TAT extends ‘feel all the feelings’ Campaign
Bangkok, 19 February 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) continues to drive tourism momentum following the grand launch of the “Amazing Thailand: feel all the feelings” TVC in late January, featuring Lalisa “LISA” Manobal as the Amazing Thailand Ambassador, showcasing Thailand’s immense charm. Most recently, TAT has invited everyone to participate in an […]
Thailand’s Foreign Tourist Arrivals Drop 7.6% in Early 2026
BANGKOK – Thailand’s foreign tourist arrivals fell by 7.59 percent year-on-year during the period from January 1 to February 15, totaling approximately 5.07 million visitors, the Tourism Ministry reported on Tuesday. Thailand Records 1.1 Million Tourist Arrivals in First 11 Days of 2026 China remained the largest source market with 770,427 arrivals, followed by Malaysia […]
Thailand Surpasses 4 Million Visitors in Early 2026
BANGKOK — Thailand welcomed more than 4.18 million international tourists between January 1 and February 8, 2026, generating an estimated 207.07 billion baht in revenue, according to the latest figures released by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports on February 10. Thailand Expands Visa Measures to Boost Tourism and Attract Long-Term Visitors The 4,185,291 arrivals […]
Grand Opening of Amazing Thailand Ambassador is Stunning with Spectacular Drone and Fireworks Show over Wat Arun
Bangkok, 3 February 2026 – A breathtaking spectacle to be etched in every memory, the launch night of “Lalisa LISA Manobal,” a world-renowned rapper, singer, dancer and actor, as the Amazing Thailand Ambassador unfolded at Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchaworamahawihan—a historic and cultural landmark that embodies the timeless beauty of Thailand. TAT Invites Visitors to follow […]
TAT Invites Visitors to follow Footsteps of ‘LISA’
TAT Invites Visitors to follow Footsteps of “LISA”, The Amazing Thailand Ambassador, in a Journey exploring Landmarks presented in TVC: “feel all the feelings” Bangkok, 3 February 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) invites everyone to visit the Thai locations featured in its latest commercial, “feel all the feelings”, which portrays a journey […]
Mor Prom launches a LINE tool to track the effects of PM 2.5 on health
Mor Prom, an application launched by the Ministry of Public Health, has introduced a new LINE official account to help track and respond to health issues caused by rising air pollution. As PM 2.5 levels increase during the winter months, the tool offers a fast and accessible way for individuals to report symptoms potentially linked […]
Yahoo Search Ceases Operations in Thailand
BANGKOK – Yahoo has discontinued its search engine services in Thailand, effectively blocking users with Thai IP addresses from accessing the platform without technical workarounds. According to the Bangkok Post, attempts to visit Yahoo Search from Thailand now result in a redirect to sg.search.yahoo.com, which operates under Singaporean jurisdiction. Google, Microsoft and AWS to invest […]
Thailand Considers Social Media Limits for Minors Amid Global Trend
BANGKOK – As countries worldwide grapple with the impacts of social media on youth, Thailand is witnessing growing public support for restricting underage access to platforms—a measure already enacted in Australia and under consideration in several nations. Thai Public Health Minister says he was ‘setup’ after kids spotted smoking pot on Pattaya Beach Australia made […]
Major Cloudflare Outage Disrupts X, ChatGPT and Multiple Online Services
BANGKOK – A widespread technical failure at internet infrastructure giant Cloudflare caused significant disruptions across multiple high-profile platforms on Tuesday, including X and ChatGPT. The outage began around 11:30 GMT when thousands of users began reporting inaccessible services through Downdetector and other monitoring platforms. Distributed malware attacks Dyn DNS, takes down websites in US Cloudflare […]
Google Warns of New AI-Powered Malware Capable of Rewriting Its Own Code
BANGKOK – Google’s Threat Intelligence Group has issued a warning about a new generation of malware that uses artificial intelligence to dynamically rewrite its own code during execution, creating a significant challenge for traditional cybersecurity defenses. These AI-powered threats can adapt their behavior in real-time to evade detection while systematically harvesting data from compromised systems. […]
Facebook Search Glitch Exposes Thai Users to Pornographic Content
BANGKOK – Thai Facebook users have reported a disturbing technical malfunction on the social media platform, where searches for the common name and month “May” are returning explicit pornographic video results. The issue, which emerged on Tuesday, affects both mobile and desktop versions of the platform, triggering widespread concern about the effectiveness of the platform’s […]