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United Nations warns Terrorism in particular Islamic Terrorism is again on the rise in the World
UN issues grave warning: Islamic State (ISIS) resurges in Syria, recruits teens online for jihad. Global security at risk as terror plots threaten the Paris Olympics and beyond.
UN issues a grave warning: Islamic State (ISIS) resurges in Syria, recruits teens online for jihad. Global security is at risk as terror plots threaten… Read More ›
Catch me if you Can thief gets rude awakening by Songkhla police task force. Claims he’s innocent
Belgian thief gets rude awakening by Songkhla police raid, denies wrongdoing as officers find stolen items and cash in his luxury suite. Police investigate theft spree linked to him across southern Thailand.
Belgian theft suspect gets rude awakening by Songkhla police raid, denies wrongdoing as officers find stolen items and cash in his luxury suite. Police investigate… Read More ›
Business wants the government to get tougher with China as dumping expands, wiping out Thai firms
Thai business urges tougher action on China as dumping expands, wiping out firms. FTI Vice Chairman warns of new e-commerce giant, increased competition. Industry alarm grows with declining output, more closures, and insufficient government measures.
Thai businesses are urging tougher action against China as dumping expands and firms are wiped out. FTI Vice Chairman warns of the new e-commerce giant… Read More ›
Thaksin denied permission by the Criminal Court to leave Thailand before his August 19th hearing
Thaksin denied permission to leave Thailand by court amid political turmoil and legal battles. The court ruled he is receiving necessary medical care locally and cited the upcoming lèse-majesté hearing on August 19th. Political intrigue continues with key decisions due soon.
Thaksin denied permission to leave Thailand by the Criminal Court amid political turmoil and legal battles. The court ruled he is receiving necessary medical care… Read More ›
Big Joke presents his case orally to a Police Ethics Committee which will decide his immediate fate
Big Joke calmly faces an ethics committee to challenge his April dismissal. The former top cop says he is ready to seek court relief if needed.
Big Joke calmly faces an ethics committee to challenge his April dismissal. The former top cop says he is ready to seek court relief if… Read More ›
Former internet star and online gambling tycoon alleges he is being targeted at Bang Kwang Prison
Former internet idol and alleged gambling tycoon, Siapo Po-arnon, raises alarm over safety in Bang Kwang Prison. Lawyer to outline assassination attempts and claim rights violations in a petition to the Minister of Justice. Siapo is serving 20 years for money laundering.
Former internet idol and alleged gambling tycoon, Siapo Po-arnon, raises alarm over safety in Bang Kwang Prison. Lawyer to outline assassination attempts and claim rights… Read More ›
Either way, Thailand faces political upheaval after the August 14th decision on the PM’s future
PM Srettha faces a critical test on August 14th as the Constitutional Court rules on his controversial appointment as a cabinet minister in April. Political upheaval looms amid a backdrop of a struggling economy and growing public dissatisfaction. This decision could reshape Thailand's government amidst intense behind the scenes rivalries.
PM Srettha faces a critical test on August 14th as the Constitutional Court rules on his controversial appointment as a cabinet minister in April. Political… Read More ›
Apple’s Lampoonish vision of Thailand generates a backlash among offended commentators in Bangkok
Apple’s lampoonish vision of Thailand generates backlash among offended Bangkok commentators. The smartphone maker’s ad ruffles feathers in Bangkok, hitting too close to the bone with its garish parody of 1970s Thailand.
Apple’s lampoonish vision of Thailand generates backlash among offended Bangkok commentators. The smartphone maker’s ad ruffles feathers in Bangkok, hitting too close to the bone… Read More ›
Thailand’s July 15th visa revolution offers radical benefits for travellers to and from the Kingdom
Thailand's July 15th visa changes offer so much for travellers in and out of the country. Not so much for traditional long-term visa holders. New 60-day exemption for 103 countries extendable to 90 days, plus a DTV visa for freelancers and digital nomads. The changes, aimed at boosting the economy, mark a significant departure from previous policies.
Thailand’s July 15th visa changes offer so much for travellers in and out of the country. Not so much for traditional long-term visa holders. New… Read More ›
Big Joke faces another hurdle on Tuesday in his quest to be reinstated after his April 18 sacking
Big Joke faces another hurdle on Tuesday as a police ethics committee reviews his contested April 18th sacking. The ruling will determine if he is reinstated or must take his case to the Administrative Court. The June panel revealed rampant corruption and division within the police force.
https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/07/28/big-joke-faces-another-hurdle-on-tuesday-in-his-quest-to-be-reinstated-after-his-april-18-sacking/
Big Joke faces another hurdle on Tuesday as a police ethics committee reviews his contested April 18th sacking. The ruling will determine if he is… Read More ›
North Korea reminds the World of it evil state repression by executing 30 students for watching TV
North Korea brutally executed over 30 students for watching banned South Korean dramas, underscoring the regime's harsh repression and ideological control. This act highlights North Korea's alliances with Russia, China, and Iran amid rising global tensions.
North Korea brutally executed over 30 students for watching banned South Korean dramas, underscoring the regime’s harsh repression and ideological control. This act highlights North… Read More ›
Thailand changes tack as EV revolution turns into a damp squib with warehouses full of unsold cars
Thailand shifts focus from EVs to hybrids after unsold cars pile up. New tariff-free package for hybrid cars announced, requiring a ฿3 billion investment from 2024 to 2027. EV boom stalls, glut of unsold cars impacts domestic market, traditional ICE cars' demand drops 43.06%.
Thailand shifts focus from EVs to hybrids after unsold cars pile up. New tariff-free package for hybrid cars announced, requiring a ฿3 billion investment from… Read More ›
Rising World tensions and potential South China Sea conflict being dealt with at Laos ASEAN summit
ASEAN summit in Laos sees rising world tensions and potential South China Sea conflict. Thailand pushes for a South China Sea code as diplomats from China, Russia, and the US address the Philippines clash and regional fault lines at sea.
ASEAN summit in Laos sees rising world tensions and potential South China Sea conflict. Thailand pushes for a South China Sea code as diplomats from… Read More ›
Dismissed Chiang Mai cop’s network could make 10k calls a day. Top officers fear endemic corruption
Dismissed Chiang Mai cop’s network made 10k calls daily. Senior officers warn of endemic corruption undermining Thai society. They point to two rising corruption both inside and outside the force feeding off each other creating a dangerous environment. One senior retired police general says that 90% of call centre gangs are Chinese owned.
Dismissed Chiang Mai cop’s network made 10k calls daily. Senior officers warn of endemic corruption undermining Thai society. They point to rising corruption both inside… Read More ›
Finance Ministry talks up 2024 GDP prospects with a fall in exports for June and slashed car output
Finance Ministry talks up projected GDP figure for 2024 as exports fall and car production dips. Tourism, debt concerns persist as the government battles rising economic headwinds. Quarter Two data awaited.
Finance Ministry talks up projected GDP figure for 2024 as exports fall and car production dips. Tourism and debt concerns persist as the government battles… Read More ›
Burma’s General Min Aung Hlaing suffers more setbacks as his regime moves towards certain collapse
Burma’s General Min Aung Hlaing suffers another setback as his regime moves towards certain collapse. The fall of the military's Northeastern headquarters in Shan State leaves the junta controlling just 14% of Burma’s territory and 34% of its population.
Burma’s General Min Aung Hlaing suffers another setback as his regime moves towards certain collapse. The fall of the military’s Northeastern headquarters in Shan State… Read More ›
Digital Wallet plan greeted with scepticism as country quails at the prospect of political upheaval
Minister Pichai Chunhavajira's Digital Wallet scheme failed to excite the market. The announcement of upcoming Constitutional Court decisions on PM Srettha's fate and the dissolution of Move Forward Party adding to political uncertainty, has deepened the market's woes.
Minister Pichai Chunhavajira’s Digital Wallet scheme failed to excite the market. The announcement of upcoming Constitutional Court decisions on PM Srettha’s fate and the dissolution… Read More ›
Government MP and House Chair calls for an urgent review of the Thai Chinese visa waiver scheme
MP calls for urgent review of Thai-Chinese visa deal after controversial signs. A government MP demands a review of the Thai-Chinese visa agreement following Chinese billboards in Bangkok and Prachin Buri. The signs, advertising jobs and passports, are seen as a threat to Thai workers and businesses. In short, part of a wider movement undermining the genuine Thai economy.
MP calls for urgent review of Thai-Chinese visa deal after controversial signs. A government MP demands a review of the Thai-Chinese visa agreement following Chinese… Read More ›
Aussie Dad travels to Thailand and finds his son in Bangkok only to be told he won’t talk to him
Aussie dad travels to Thailand, finds missing son in Bangkok after two weeks, but son refuses to speak with him, leaving father still worried for his safety.
Aussie dad travels to Thailand and finds his missing son in Bangkok after two weeks, but the son refuses to speak with him, leaving the… Read More ›
Power of Anutin and Bhumjaithai grows as Pheu Thai and Srettha make an embarrassing U-turn on pot
Pheu Thai caves to Bhumjaithai pressure, halts cannabis recriminalisation. Parliament to decide as public support for police enforcement and a closure of the industry is ignored. Anutin's influence and power grows despite low public support for him and his party in opinion polls.
Pheu Thai caves to Bhumjaithai pressure and halts cannabis recriminalisation. Parliament to decide as public support for police enforcement and closure of the industry is… Read More ›
Road rage caused a ma*****na dealer to fatally stab a Burmese painter in Bangkok on Sunday night
Road rage leads to fatal stabbing in Bangkok. Thai ma*****na dealer kills Burmese painter in violent altercation at city centre shopping centre car park.
Road rage leads to fatal stabbing in Bangkok. Thai ma*****na dealer kills Burmese painter in violent altercation at city centre shopping centre car park. A… Read More ›
Chinese billboard aimed at grey area operators causes outrage and prompts PM to visit the police
Mysterious Chinese billboard in Bangkok offers foreign citizenship, sparks outrage, and prompts PM's visit to Huai Khwang police station urging an urgent investigation into legality and grey-area operations.
Mysterious Chinese billboard in Bangkok offers foreign citizenship, sparks outrage, and prompts PM’s visit to Huai Khwang police station urging an urgent investigation into illegality… Read More ›
Trump resurgent with new running mate JD Vance as President Biden attempts to stay in the race
Biden Faces Mounting Pressure as Trump Rises with JD Vance: With Democratic calls for Biden to exit the race intensifying, the President vows to fight on despite COVID-19 and internal party turmoil. Meanwhile, Trump, alongside new running mate JD Vance, gains momentum and leads in Rust Belt states.
Biden Faces Mounting Pressure as Trump rises with JD Vance: With Democratic calls for Biden to exit the race intensifying, the President vows to fight… Read More ›
PM Srettha expresses concern for Thais in Bangladesh and advises them to monitor Embassy alerts
Thai PM Srettha Thavisin warns Thai nationals in Dhaka to stay vigilant amidst ongoing violent protests, urges them to monitor embassy alerts as hundreds have died and Bangladesh faces internet blackout and curfews.
Thai PM Srettha Thavisin warns Thai nationals in Dhaka to stay vigilant amidst ongoing violent protests and urged them to monitor embassy alerts as hundreds… Read More ›
Minister confirms hold on electricity prices as government policy aims for cheaper tariffs
Thailand's Minister of Energy scolds media, confirms no rise in electricity prices from September to December 2024, keeping rates stable at ฿4.18 per unit. The government remains committed to reducing electricity costs to support consumers and industry amidst economic challenges.
Thailand’s Minister of Energy scolds media and confirms no rise in electricity prices from September to December 2024, keeping rates stable at ฿4.18 per unit.… Read More ›
Anutin raises the stakes a notch as he expresses opposition to the PM’s policy outlawing cannabis
Anutin confronts the PM over cannabis policy, pledges to vote against criminalization. Calls data incomplete and questions the reversal of the stance of top officials since 2022.
Anutin confronts the PM over cannabis policy and pledges to vote against criminalisation. He says the data is incomplete and questions the reversal of the… Read More ›
Top Thai firm in widening crisis after fraud claims by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
Energy Absolute (EA) in crisis as fraud allegations hit. Confidence in Thailand's EV industry, Stock Exchange, and leading banks damaged. EA's share price decimated while top executives resigned with firm over ฿81 billion in debt to financial institutions.
Energy Absolute (EA) in crisis as fraud allegations hit. Confidence in Thailand’s EV industry, Stock Exchange, and leading banks damaged. EA’s share price decimated while… Read More ›
Evil act of mass murder at Bangkok tea party of death in the heart of the capital shocks Thailand
Six people were found dead in a Bangkok hotel, poisoned at a tea party orchestrated by Sherine Chong, a Vietnamese American. Chong, facing a legal dispute in Japan, took her own life in the act. The incident has shocked and angered Thailand. On Wednesday, police detained a senet Vietnamese national for questioning over the nature of the substance.
Six people were found dead in a Bangkok hotel, poisoned at a tea party orchestrated by Sherine Chong, a Vietnamese American. Chong, facing a legal… Read More ›
Economy facing a liquidity crisis as the property and manufacturing nosedive impeding growth
As property and manufacturing sectors plummet, access to credit tightens, and economic chiefs warn of worsening conditions. Analysts doubt 2.6% GDP growth for 2024 amid rising household debt and slumping vehicle sales.
As property and manufacturing sectors plummet, access to credit tightens, and economic chiefs warn of worsening conditions. Analysts doubt 2.6% GDP growth for 2024 amid… Read More ›
Economy in bad shape as the Thai Revenue Department ramps up demands for more taxpayers to pay up
Revenue Department boss Kulaya Tantitemit emphasised that her department had sent out 100,000 letters to individuals and entities who should be reporting for tax. Certainly, this is not yet linked to the Kingdom’s plan to tax foreigners resident in Thailand. However, from January 1st, it will be.
Revenue Department boss Kulaya Tantitemit emphasised that her department had sent out 100,000 letters to individuals and entities who should be reporting for tax. Certainly,… Read More ›
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Blind man conned out of land by aunt after asking for a loan In a week of generous new payouts for the disabled, a blind man told a darker tale. Tricked out of land by an aunt after signing for a loan. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/10/blind-man-conned-out-of-land-by-aunt-after-asking-for-a-loan/
Nakhon Sawan Police find 2 steel coffins submerged in a pond Macabre crime, a double murder discovered by police Nakhon Sawan on Tuesday morning at a pond, they found two submerged steel boxes. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/09/nakhon-sawan-police-find-2-steel-coffins-submerged-in-a-pond-evil-double-murder/
PM attacks Bank of Thailand on interest rates on X platform PM Srettha Thavisin on X, attacked the Bank of Thailand’s interest rate policy. On Monday, advisers and key ministers followed suit. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/08/pm-attacks-bank-of-thailand-on-interest-rates-on-x-platform/
75 year old woman raped, murdered by prior killer in Sa Kaeo Police in Sa Kaeo on Sunday arrested a 45 year old man for the murder and rape of a 75 year old woman. The incident took place on Friday. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/08/75-year-old-woman-raped-murdered-by-prior-killer-in-sa-kae/
Cannabis outlets face disaster as Health Minister unveils law Proposed law clear about outlawing recreational cannabis use in Thailand. Public Minister Health Cholnan puts future of pot shops in doubt. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/07/cannabis-outlets-face-disaster-as-health-minister-unveils-law-making-recreation-pot-illegal/
Jury still out on EV vehicles Thailand is up against the wall Thailand’s auto industry enters 2024 after sales slumped by 30% in 2023, Pickup sales fell through the floor. Is the answer EV vehicles? https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/06/jury-still-out-on-ev-vehicles-thailand-is-up-against-the-wall/
New tax era as Revenue now shares data with 138 countries Thailand is moves towards integration with the international tax framework to stamp out tax evasion. Revenue reports a surge in income. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/06/new-tax-era-as-revenue-now-shares-data-with-138-countries/
Film and creative revolution being brewed by Paetongtarn Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra unveils plan to completely revolutionise film production and the creative industry in Thailand. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/05/film-and-creative-revolution-being-brewed-by-paetongtarn/
5 boat drivers in Phuket test positive for methamphetamine Phuket reels from Sunday’s fatal speedboat crash. Surprise testing of boat drivers at Ao Por Pier sees 5 test positive for methamphetamine. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/05/5-boat-drivers-in-phuket-test-positive-for-methamphetamine/
UK man arrested in Phuket after using a gun in an assault 38 year old British tourist arrested by Phuekt police on New Year's Day after viciously assaulting a friend with a firearm in a quarrel. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/04/uk-man-arrested-in-phuket-after-using-a-gun-in-an-assault/
PM takes aim at the Bank of Thailand over borrowing rate Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin struck a discordant note on Wednesday as he took aim at the Bank of Thailand over interest rate policy. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/03/pm-takes-aim-at-the-bank-of-thailand-over-borrowing-rate/
Social security fund faces bankruptcy in a decade over ageing Fund valued at the end of 2022 at ฿2.36 trillion. Disturbing data shows the fund has begun to make a loss and is haemorrhaging money. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/01/social-security-fund-faces-bankruptcy-in-a-decade-over-ageing/
Tourist speedboat crashes into rocks in Phuket injuring nine Hospitals in Phuket on Sunday received patients from a rescue operation launched after a speed boat collided with rocks off Maiton Island. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2023/12/31/tourist-speedboat-crashes-into-rocks-in-phuket-injuring-nine/
Economy is stable but strangled by debt, lack of investment Disturbing data shows the country’s manufacturing sector dived 4.71% in November, a key official hails the country's financial stability. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2023/12/29/economy-is-stable-but-strangled-by-debt-lack-of-investment/
Police Chief wants criminal responsibility age lowered to 12 14 year old Siam Paragon killer released into care under Mental Health Act. General Torsak argues that young people are more dangerous. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/03/police-chief-wants-criminal-responsibility-age-lowered-to-12/
Russian girl dies as Captain tests positive for amphetamine Phuket officials scramble to probe speedboat crash which claimed the life of a 5 year Russian girl and left others horrifically injured. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2024/01/01/social-security-fund-faces-bankruptcy-in-a-decade-over-ageing-crisis/
Either way, senators predict Srettha to last 2024 in power After a momentous year in politics which saw Srettha Thavisin elected PM, the day Thaksin Shinawatra came home, the country seeks stability. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2023/12/31/either-way-senators-predict-srettha-to-last-2024-in-power/
Tourist behind hit on Russian in June arrested by police Phuket police arrest a Russian arriving off a flight for Moscow on Christmas Day. The 53 year old is linked to a hit in June this year. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2023/12/31/tourist-behind-hit-on-russian-in-june-arrested-by-phuket-police/
Fears for UK tourist Millie Young and boat cook in Phang-nga Search off Phang-nga and the Surin Islands National Park continues for the missing passenger of the tour boat that sank last Saturday. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2023/12/29/fears-for-uk-tourist-millie-young-and-boat-cook-in-phang-nga/
Prosecution of underage age Siam Paragon shooter halted Bombshell for Investigators at Pathumwan Police Station. Proceedings against the 14 year old Siam Paragon mass shooter halted as ‘illegal’. https://www.thaiexaminer.com/thai-news-foreigners/2023/12/28/prosecution-of-underage-age-siam-paragon-shooter-halted-as-illegal/
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