A suspected insurgent wanted on murder and numerous other charges was killed in a clash by security forces in the Deep South province Pattani near the Malaysian border, an area prone to violence due to the ongoing religious separatist insurgency. A Thai government unit had surrounded a home on a rubber plantation in Nong Chik district suspected of being used by insurgents. Officers went to the home at around 3am. Religious and community leaders also went to the home to try to persuade the suspects to surrender. Shots were fired at security forces and officers reportedly fired back. After the gunfire […]

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The Phang Nga’s reopening to travellers from overseas has been postponed until August 15, and the “7+7 Island Hopping” extension to the “Phuket Sandbox,” which includes a sealed route to Phang Nga, has been postponed indefinitely. The province’s reopening to foreign tourists under the “Phang Nga Prompt” campaign was initially set for August 1, but the scheme has not yet been approved by the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration. The move comes with the tightening of disease control measures both locally and nationwide. Both Phuket and Phang Nga, are closing borders to the general public, with the exception of emergency […]

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Bangkok’s SHA Plus Certified hotels have definitely figured out that they can offer a great stay for those needing to undergo mandatory alternative state quarantines. Here, these hotels are rated 4 to 5 stars, with their atmosphere and amenities serving as your upscale home for the duration of your stay. With dedicated staff to make your quarantine experience comfortable and safety measures in place, these hotels have earned the coveted qualification of a SHA Plus Certified hotel. 1. The Okura Prestige Bangkok This hotel’s name says it all. In fact, guests can find prestige and sophistication at a convenient location […]

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For meat-eaters, there’s nothing better than a tender and juicy steak seasoned just enough to highlight its natural flavour. Some people prefer wagyu, some love ribeye, some opt for Angus, and some like filet. Everyone has different preferences when it comes to steak, and fortunately, Phuket has a number of great steakhouses. So, if you’re looking for the best place to eat steak on the island, here are the top 5 Steakhouses in Phuket you should try in 2021. Top 5 Steakhouses in Phuket 1. Sam’s Steaks & Grill One place you definitely shouldn’t miss when it comes to steaks […]

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The Thaiger recently wrote that Bangkok’s Train Market/Ratchada Night Market was possibly closing for good. However, now, a member of the management team for the market says the closure is only temporary and that it will reopen as soon as conditions allow it to do so. “We had to close because of the situation right now, and we will announce later when we will reopen”, said an unnamed Train Market administrator today. When the administrator was asked how so many publications could have got this erroneous idea, the administrator said she had no idea. SOURCE: Coconuts Bangkok

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Thailand has opened its mass Covid-19 vaccination campaign to the general public who are at least 18 years old, including foreign residents. Priority is still given to those who are 60 and above, and those who have one of the specified underlying conditions that puts them at risk of severe infection if they were to contract Covid-19. By the end of the month, the Thai government plans to have 80% of Bangkok residents vaccinated against Covid-19 as well as 70% of those in the other 28 “dark red” provinces, according to Ministry of Foreign Affairs deputy spokesperson Natapanu Nopakun, who […]

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300 hospital beds have been erected at a meeting hall at Phuket Rajabhat University AKA PRU, in Rassada. It is set to be the second field hospital for “light green” Covid cases. The Phuket Vice Governor, Pichet Panapong says the 300 additional beds were set up because all beds at the first field hospital at Prince of Songkla University were already full. Pichet went on to say that Rassada Municipality is responsible for setting up the paper beds, bedding, and fans that were donated by private companies. He adds that there are also partitions and mosquito wire screens and that […]

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(Video Link Below) Here is a link to the donation page… https://gogetfunding.com/the-thaigers-i-am-strong-campaign/ The Thaiger (The Thaiger Pte Ltd) is reaching out to readers and viewers of our news channels to help the thousands of people who are falling through the cracks of government and community help at this time. Many of these people are migrant workers, but many are also Thai people who, through no fault of their own, have suddenly found themselves without employment, or even any chance of immediate employment. As Thailand fights its own battle with the Coronavirus, and even as it tries to open up again […]

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Earlier today, a 5.9 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Indonesia’s Papua region, says the United States Geological Survey. There was no reported tsunami warning, nor were there any reports of damage. The earthquake struck at what is considered a shallow depth of 12 kilometres. According to a 2020 census report, the population of Papua is over 4 million people. Because of its position on the “Ring of Fire”, Indonesia is a frequent recipient of earth-shakers, AKA earthquakes. The Ring of Fire is comprised of a grid of many, large tectonic plates. In fact,  90% of earthquakes happen in […]

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You can donate to our “I Am Strong Campaign” here…. https://gogetfunding.com/the-thaigers-i-am-strong-campaign/ Starting off with an extended report on the new restrictions in Dark Red Zones, and exactly how the new zonings may affect you. Down south, and Phuket has been re-categorised, going from a “yellow” zone to an “orange” zone. Following a rumour that a military coup to remove PM Prayut Chan-o-cha from office was in the works, a state official has now been detained, accused of spreading fake news. A ruling in a Hua Hin court has sentenced 2 executives of the Maya Club in Hua Hin to 3 […]

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