| Cockfighting passion leads to drug gang leader’s arrest in Thailand |
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The arrest of a major drug gang leader was facilitated by an unexpected element: a passion for cockfighting. Law enforcement officials in Bang Lamung apprehended three suspects and seized 107,360 methamphetamine pills, over 1 kilogramme of crystal methamphetamine, and two vehicles, with a total estimated value of 2.3 million baht (US$66,370). Police led by Navin … The story Cockfighting passion leads to drug gang leader’s arrest in Thailand as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Peeping Tom turns violent: Ex-con caught spying on women in Chachoengsao |
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A peeping Tom, recently released from prison, was apprehended by police in Chachoengsao province after allegedly secretly spying on women bathing and later becoming violent under the influence of drugs. The suspect, 38 year old Nitikorn, had only been out of prison for two months following a drug-related conviction. The incident took place in a … The story Peeping Tom turns violent: Ex-con caught spying on women in Chachoengsao as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Swedish man rescued after jumping from ferry near Koh Chang (video) |
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A Swedish man reportedly jumped from a ferry into the sea near Koh Chang, an island in the southeastern province of Trat. The man was rescued in time but was in serious condition. Rescuers from the Sawang Boon Chuay Luea Dhamma Satan Foundation were called to the ferry to assist the man, who was stranded … The story Swedish man rescued after jumping from ferry near Koh Chang (video) as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Missing father found dead in sugarcane field in Khon Kaen |
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A father who had been missing for five days was tragically discovered dead in a sugarcane field in Khon Kaen province following a dream that led relatives to his location. Police suspect the cause of death was an accident involving his vehicle. The incident unfolded when officers from the Mancha Khiri Police Station were informed … The story Missing father found dead in sugarcane field in Khon Kaen as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Thailand video news | Thai woman sentenced to death for cyanide murders, Fundraiser supports injured British teacher in Thailand |
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In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay present a range of stories from across Thailand and Asia. Highlights include a woman sentenced to death for a series of cyanide poisonings, the nation faces rising fuel prices and debates over alcohol sales regulations. Meanwhile, tourism sees a major rebound with over 30 million visitors this … The story Thailand video news | Thai woman sentenced to death for cyanide murders, Fundraiser supports injured British teacher in Thailand as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Unidentified body with tattoo found near Bang Saray prompts probe |
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A mysterious corpse was discovered floating in the sea near Bang Saray, sparking an urgent investigation into the cause of death, which remains unclear whether it resulted from murder or accident. The deceased, unidentified and of a large build, was found with a tattoo reading HOPE CLUB on the left wrist. Yesterday, November 20, at … The story Unidentified body with tattoo found near Bang Saray prompts probe as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Tourists report smelly water at northern Thailand waterfall |
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Visitors to Phu Soi Dao National Park in northern Thailand are raising concerns over the origin of the water from the Sai Thip Waterfall. Reports of an unusual smell from the water have sparked debate and curiosity among tourists. Phu Soi Dao, covering areas in Nam Pat and Ban Khok districts in Uttaradit province, as well … The story Tourists report smelly water at northern Thailand waterfall as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Frenchman commits suicide amidst financial woes in Chon Buri |
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A Frenchman dressed in Thai-style clothing committed suicide near a temple in Chon Buri province due to his financial difficulties. His Thai ex-wife revealed that he refused to return to France because of his deep love for Thailand. Officers from Sattahip Police Station were alerted to the incident at approximately 12.30pm yesterday, November 20. The … The story Frenchman commits suicide amidst financial woes in Chon Buri as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Flight chaos: Air India passengers twice-stranded in Phuket |
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Over 100 passengers on an Air India flight to New Delhi found themselves stranded in Phuket for over 80 hours, enduring a string of delays due to persistent technical issues with their aircraft. The saga began when the flight, initially scheduled for departure on the night of November 16, was postponed by six hours, with … The story Flight chaos: Air India passengers twice-stranded in Phuket as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Woman arrested in Samut Songkhram for drug possession |
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A woman in Samut Songkhram was arrested for drug possession after police found her in suspicious circumstances. The arrest took place after law enforcement received complaints about drug trafficking in the area, leading to a police operation. Police in Amphawa district, led by Kochanat Patthawichai, had been alerted to potential drug activities in Moo 6, … The story Woman arrested in Samut Songkhram for drug possession as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Bitcoin breaks $96,000 for first time |
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SINGAPORE — Bitcoin's march toward US$100,000 made further ground on Thursday as investors bet a friendlier US regulatory approach to cryptocurrencies under President-elect Donald Trump will unleash a boom era for the asset class.
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| Police chief orders probe into alleged molestation by lecturer |
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National police chief Pol Gen Kitrat Phanphet has ordered an investigation into allegations that a lecturer at the Police Cadet Academy and a police interrogator made a cadet intoxicated and molested him at the academy.
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| City Hall ‘sorry’ for cycle lane chaos |
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The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has issued an apology and reopened a lane to traffic in Sukhumvit Soi 39 a day after closing it for a bicycle lane.
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| Jury still out on Thaksin’s ‘dual citizenship’ |
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Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa on Wednesday downplayed reports that former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s role as a “campaign assistant” for the Pheu Thai Party may be illegal as he holds dual citizenship.
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| Thailand detects first case of new vaping disease |
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Thai health authorities have reported the first local case of a new vaping-related disease, and they fear more cases linked to heavy use of e-cigarettes.
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| Cyanide killer gets death sentence |
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The Criminal Court has given the death sentence to a woman suspected of killing 14 people with cyanide and found guilty of murdering one, a friend, during a merit-making trip last year.
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| Conflict in Myanmar sparks surge in Thai property purchases |
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Buyers from Myanmar have been snapping up condominiums in Bangkok and other parts of Thailand, providing a bright spark for the kingdom's sluggish real-estate market, as they look to move money out of an economy battered by civil war.
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| Trump tariffs ‘could cost Thailand B160 billion’ |
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Thailand risks missing its economic growth target next year if US President-elect Donald Trump follows through with his pledge to raise tariffs as it could hurt the country’s exports and weaken the baht, according to a study.
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| Third phase of handout to cost B140 billion |
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The Thai government expects to carry out the third phase of its cash handout stimulus programme in the second quarter next year, when 140 billion baht will be distributed to 14 million people, according to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
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| Bombs injure 3 at Guanyin statue site in Songkhla |
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SONGKHLA - Three people, one a 9-year-old, were injured by two exploding grenades fired into a construction camp for the world’s tallest Guanyin statue in Thepha district on Wednesday morning.
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| Indonesia to assess $100m Apple bid to end iPhone 16 ban |
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Indonesia is set to assess a US$100 million investment proposal from Apple Inc, as the American tech giant attempts to coax the government to unblock its sales ban on the iPhone 16.
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| Bitcoin breaks $96,000 for first time |
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SINGAPORE — Bitcoin's march toward US$100,000 made further ground on Thursday as investors bet a friendlier US regulatory approach to cryptocurrencies under President-elect Donald Trump will unleash a boom era for the asset class.
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| Thai economy to grow 2.7%, beat forecast, Paetongtarn says |
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Thailand's economy is expected to grow 2.7% this year, helped by an anticipated annual rise of 28% in foreign visitors to 36 million, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Thursday.
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| Police chief orders probe into alleged molestation by lecturer |
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National police chief Pol Gen Kitrat Phanphet has ordered an investigation into allegations that a lecturer at the Police Cadet Academy and a police interrogator made a cadet intoxicated and molested him at the academy.
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| Thunderstorm warning issued for South |
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The Meteorological Department has issued a warning for severe thunderstorms affecting the southern region, anticipating torrential rain, gusty winds and rough sea conditions from Thursday to Saturday.
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| Middle path sought in referendum majority row |
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A United Thai Nation list-MP has expressed support for a middle path as MPs and Senators continue to thrash out their differences over the size of the majority required to pass a referendum on amending the constitution.
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| Thailand to increase emission reduction targets |
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Thailand will aim to further reduce its emissions of harmful gases because a follow-up on the 2015 Paris climate agreement shows the country’s efforts are falling short of its target to help control the rising temperature of the planet, according to Chalermchai Sri-on, the minister of Natural Resources and Environment.
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| City Hall ‘sorry’ for cycle lane chaos |
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The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has issued an apology and reopened a lane to traffic in Sukhumvit Soi 39 a day after closing it for a bicycle lane.
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| Old national stadium eyed as concert venue |
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The Ministry of Tourism and Sports plans to turn the Supachalasai National Stadium on Rama I Road into a new concert venue.
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| Jury still out on Thaksin’s ‘dual citizenship’ |
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Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa on Wednesday downplayed reports that former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s role as a “campaign assistant” for the Pheu Thai Party may be illegal as he holds dual citizenship.
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