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26/08/2025

Bolt driver in Phuket arrested for sexually assaulting young South African teacher, a female passenger

A Bolt driver in Phuket has been arrested for sexually assaulting a 28-year-old South African teacher during a late-night ride, raising urgent questions about ride-hailing safety and driver screening while authorities call for vigilance.

A Bolt driver in Phuket has been arrested for sexually assaulting a 28-year-old South African teacher during a late-night ride, raising urgent questions about ride-hailing… Read More ›

25/08/2025

Tensions flare on Cambodian border at Sa Kaeo with locals herded by officials to confront Thai soldiers

Tensions boil at the Thai-Cambodian border as Cambodian villagers storm barricades, clash with soldiers, loudspeakers fuel chaos, and Thai troops reinforce positions to prevent further escalation and maintain control over the disputed area.

Tensions boil at the Thai-Cambodian border as Cambodian villagers storm barricades, clash with soldiers, loudspeakers fuel chaos and Thai troops reinforce positions to prevent further… Read More ›

25/08/2025

Top Thammasat economist warns plan to import Sri Lankan migrant workers cannot replace Cambodian labour

Top Thai economist warns government plan to import Sri Lankan labour cannot replace tens of thousands of fleeing Cambodians as border tensions spark shortages, halt projects and threaten construction, farming and fishing sectors nationwide.

Top Thai economist warns government plan to import Sri Lankan labour cannot replace hundreds of thousands of fleeing Cambodians as border tensions spark shortages, halt… Read More ›

25/08/2025

Ex Lebanese army duo ran restaurant as a front for drugs supermarket and alternative health treatments

Ex-Lebanese army duo ran Koh Samui eatery as a front for a narcotics supermarket and illegal health clinic. Thai police raided ‘Buffalo Jungle’, seizing five drug types, medical gear, and a bulletproof vest. Both suspects now face multiple and serious criminal charges.

Ex-Lebanese army duo ran Koh Samui eatery as a front for a narcotics supermarket and illegal health clinic. Thai police raided ‘Buffalo Jungle’, seizing five… Read More ›

24/08/2025

Thailand’s position recognised as Swedish Gripen Jets deal to be signed on Monday midday in Stockholm

Thailand to sign ฿19.5 billion Gripen jet deal with Sweden on Monday, boosting aeronautics, reinforcing defense and emphasizing lawful self-defense while addressing Cambodia’s border mine violations and international compliance.

Thailand to sign ฿19.5 billion Gripen jet deal with Sweden on Monday, boosting aeronautics, reinforcing defence and emphasising lawful self-defence while addressing Cambodia’s border mine… Read More ›

24/08/2025

Actress refused to lower windows of Porcshe Carrera and exit car for nearly an hour at drink driving stop

Bangkok actress Marie Brenner refused to exit her green Porsche at a Sunday drink-driving checkpoint for nearly an hour, defied the breathalyzer test, while her boyfriend obstructed police; both now face serious legal charges under strict Thai law.

Bangkok actress Marie Brenner refused to exit her green Porsche at a Sunday drink-driving checkpoint for nearly an hour, defied the breathalyser test, while her… Read More ›

24/08/2025

Prime Minister Paetongtarn faces her fate as she files closing argument and will be in court on Friday

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will submit her closing argument by Monday, firmly refuses to resign and will face the crucial Constitutional Court verdict this Friday that could decide the fate of her premiership and her entire government.

The Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will submit her closing argument by Monday, firmly refuses to resign and will face the crucial Constitutional Court verdict this… Read More ›

24/08/2025

South Korean Goldfinger given warm welcome by Technology and Crime Suppression police at Suvarnabhumi

A 33-year-old South Korean “Goldfinger” was arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport for laundering cryptocurrency into gold bars for a call center gang, generating ฿1.65 billion and delivering a massive blow to the global cybercrime network.

A 33-year-old South Korean “Goldfinger” arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport for laundering cryptocurrency into gold bars for a call centre gang, generating ฿1.65 billion. Police deliver… Read More ›

24/08/2025

Insurgency erupts again in South with bold and brazen attacks on security forces shielded by the border

Southern Thailand erupts in violence as militants launch brazen, coordinated attacks on security forces in Narathiwat, Yala, and Pattani, exploiting the Thai-Malaysian border to strike with deadly precision and sow fear across the deep south.

Southern Thailand erupts in violence as militants launch brazen, coordinated attacks on security forces in Narathiwat, Yala, and Pattani, exploiting the Thai-Malaysian border to strike… Read More ›

23/08/2025

Netflix to make Bangkok its Asian content capital as it announces $200 million investment in Thailand

Netflix makes Bangkok its Asian content capital with a $200M investment, boosting Thailand’s creative economy, generating jobs, attracting global productions, promoting local talent, and strengthening the kingdom’s soft power on the international entertainment stage.

Netflix makes Bangkok its Asian content capital with a $200M investment, boosting Thailand’s creative economy, generating jobs, attracting global productions, promoting local talent, and strengthening… Read More ›

23/08/2025

Tragedy, heartache and real pain off Phuket’s idyllic beaches as more die and the Blue Dragon threatens

Phuket’s beaches erupt in tragedy as four tourists die in a week. Strong monsoon currents, absent lifeguards and the venomous Blue Dragon sea slug heighten danger, leaving families grieving and local officials facing urgent calls for stricter safety measures.

Phuket’s beaches erupt in tragedy as four tourists die in a week. Strong monsoon currents, absent lifeguards and the venomous Blue Dragon sea slug heighten… Read More ›

23/08/2025

Plucky Thai woman outwits Chinese kidnapper and Pattaya vile invaders in attack targeting her boyfriend

Plucky Thai woman outwits two Chinese kidnappers in South Pattaya villa, escapes tied up and barefoot, sparks violent police chase, while authorities hunt the armed suspects believed to be targeting her boyfriend over past disputes.

Plucky Thai woman outwits two Chinese kidnappers in South Pattaya villa, escapes tied up and barefoot, sparks violent police chase, while authorities hunt the armed… Read More ›