BANGKOK, Thailand — Thailand has officially raised the Passenger Service Charge for international departing passengers, with the new fee structure taking effect on June 20, 2026. The adjustment increases the charge by 390 baht, bringing the total cost to 1,120 baht per person for eligible travelers. Thailand Raises Airport Departure Fee 53% From June 20 […]
BURIRAM, Thailand — A 58-year-old man was found dead in the Dong Yai Wildlife Sanctuary in Buriram province after being fatally attacked by a wild elephant while foraging for mushrooms in the dense forest. The tragic incident highlights the ongoing dangers faced by local residents living on the fringes of protected wildlife habitats. Wild Elephant […]
BANGKOK, Thailand — One man was killed and another person was injured after a concrete balcony of an old building collapsed onto a busy thoroughfare in Bangkok’s historic Samphanthawong district on Saturday afternoon. Overloaded Truck Causes Concrete Collapse in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit Rd The tragic incident occurred at approximately 4:52 p.m. when the second-floor balcony of […]
CHIANG RAI, Thailand — Two construction workers were killed and three others sustained serious injuries on Saturday after a heavy installation component detached and fell onto them inside a major railway tunnel under construction in Chiang Rai province. Train tunnel being built in Nakhon Ratchasima collapses, trapping 3 The fatal accident occurred inside the 3.4-kilometer […]
PATTAYA, Thailand — A heavily intoxicated foreign national was taken into custody in the early hours of June 20, 2026, following a chaotic street brawl in Pattaya that left an Indian tourist injured, damaged a public transport vehicle, and required the deployment of more than ten police officers to restore order. Dj Attacked By Patron […]
NAKHON PATHOM, Thailand — A high-profile, after-hours raid on a popular entertainment venue in Nakhon Pathom province has exposed an unlicensed operation characterized by rampant drug use and the presence of dozens of underage patrons, resulting in a proposed five-year closure order for the establishment. Unlicensed Pub Raided in Nakhon Pathom: 81 Test Positive for […]
PATTAYA, Thailand — Two Australian tourists have reported being deceived into purchasing overpriced herbal coffee products in Pattaya, prompting a formal police investigation and highlighting ongoing concerns regarding alleged scams targeting foreign visitors in the coastal city. Indian Leader Complains Over Indecent Exposure Amid Pattaya Herbal Scam Surge The incident was reported to Pattaya City […]
PHUKET, Thailand — The Thai Interior Ministry has initiated a comprehensive investigation into land ownership in Phuket following mounting evidence that foreign-linked companies are unlawfully occupying land plots across the island. The sweeping crackdown aims to enforce national property laws and reclaim territory illegally held by non-Thai entities. Phuket Intensifies Crackdown on Crime and illegal […]
