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Tower Crane Collapse at Asok Intersection in Bangkok Injures Two Workers
BANGKOK – Two construction workers were injured, one critically, after a tower crane collapsed at a busy construction site near the Terminal 21 shopping mall at Asok intersection on Saturday morning, the Bangkok Post reported. Crane Collapse on Rama II Road in Bangkok, Kills Two The incident occurred at 10:27 a.m. at the site on […]
German Man Detained for Damaging Election Banners in Nonthaburi
NONTHABURI – A 61-year-old German national was detained on February 4 for tearing down political campaign banners supporting People’s Party candidate Sutat Meesiri in Bang Yai district, Nonthaburi. The vandalism occurred on two consecutive days, prompting the candidate to file a complaint with local police. German Man Arrested for Pro‑Gaza Graffiti Spree on Koh Phangan […]
Myanmar Worker Dies in Bangkok Cable Tunnel Collapse
BANGKOK – A Myanmar construction worker died late Wednesday when a trench collapsed at an underground electrical cable project near Bangna BTS station in Bangkok’s Bangna district, prompting authorities to suspend work and launch a safety investigation. Construction Worker Falls into 19-Meter Deep Pit at Bangkok Orange Line Site The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. […]
30-Year Manhunt Ends: Chinese Murder Fugitive Nabbed in Bangkok
BANGKOK – A 62-year-old Chinese man, wanted in Hong Kong for a murder committed more than 30 years ago, was arrested in Bangkok’s Nong Chok district on Tuesday. The suspect, identified as Mui Yui-kiang, had been evading capture since fleeing to Thailand in 1994. Chinese Drug Dealer Arrested in Pattaya for Selling Ketamine Vape Pods […]
Immigration Officer Stabbed to Death in Samut Prakan, Manhunt Underway
SAMUT PRAKAN – Police are searching for a suspect who fatally stabbed an immigration police officer near a U-turn by the Green Line BTS Chang Erawan Station on Sunday, February 1, 2026. Woman Stabbed in Front of Dozens of Tourists on Pattaya Beach The victim, Police Lance Corporal Sutthiwut Horklang, a squad leader from Udon […]
Truck Snags Power Lines in Samut Prakan, Toppling 70 Poles
SAMUT PRAKAN – A major power outage struck a nearly two-kilometer stretch of old Sukhumvit Road early Friday morning after an 18-wheel trailer caught overhead cables and pulled down more than 70 electricity poles. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. near Muang Samut Bang Pu Hospital, extending toward the entrance of Bang Pu Industrial Estate. […]
Chinese Drug Dealer Arrested in Pattaya for Selling Ketamine Vape Pods
PATTAYA – A Chinese national was arrested on Tuesday for selling ketamine-filled vape pods, commonly known as “zombie pods,” to tourists in Pattaya. The suspect, identified as Y. K., 34, was apprehended in tambon Nong Prue, Bang Lamung district, following a police sting operation. Nigerian Drug Suspect Arrested on Koh Phangan After Evading Court Acting […]
Two Russians Arrested Over Murder, Dismemberment of Russian National in Chon Buri
CHONBURI – Police arrested two Russian men on Sunday in connection with the murder and dismemberment of a compatriot, whose remains were discovered buried in multiple locations in Bang Lamung district. Russian National Found Murdered, Dismembered Remains Discovered in Pattaya The suspects, aged 35 and 38, were apprehended at a hotel on Sukhumvit 71 in […]
Russian National Found Murdered, Dismembered Remains Discovered in Pattaya
PATTAYA – The dismembered remains of a 30-year-old Russian man were discovered buried in multiple locations near a pond in Pattaya on February 1, 2026, following an intensive 23-day investigation into his disappearance, local media reported. Russian Doctor Dies After 16th-Floor Fall in Pattaya The victim had been reported missing under suspicious circumstances, prompting a […]
Danish-Arab ‘Influencer’ Criticized After Insulting Thai Police and Locals in Pattaya
PATTAYA – A social media “influencer” known as “Ahmarnioff,” who holds both Danish and Arab heritage, has sparked outrage after videos surfaced showing him insulting Thai police and making derogatory comments about locals in Pattaya. The influencer, who boasts over 62,000 Instagram followers, was filmed violating traffic laws on a motorcycle before arguing with officers […]
Iraqi Tourist Fatally Shot in Phuket; Colombian Suspect Captured
PHUKET – A Colombian national has been arrested on suspicion of carrying out the fatal shooting of an Iraqi tourist in Phuket, in what police believe was a premeditated, contracted killing. Scottish Tourist Shot in Mae Hong Son Road Rage Incident The victim, identified as 24-year-old Ameer Mundher Mamood, was shot once in the back […]
French Arab Arrested with Cocaine at Phuket Airport
PHUKET: A 46-year-old French man is in police custody after being caught with multiple sachets of cocaine at Phuket International Airport, leading to the discovery of additional drugs at his residence. French-Arab Arrested for High-Value Burglary on Koh Samui The arrest occurred late Thursday night after airport security personnel found 10 small press-seal sachets containing […]
Dutch Man Arrested for Assaulting Thai Vendor in Phuket
PHUKET – A Dutch national has been arrested at Phuket International Airport in connection with the assault of a Thai street vendor in Patong on January 25. The incident stemmed from a dispute over motorcycle parking in front of the vendor’s stall. Dutch Man Assaults Staff Over Misunderstanding of 130 Baht Change in Udon Thani […]
Foreign Tourists Filmed in Intimate Acts on Moving Tuk-Tuk in Phuket
PHUKET – A video showing foreign tourists engaging in sexual activity inside a moving tuk-tuk while crossing Patong Hill has sparked widespread criticism online, raising concerns about public decency and Phuket’s tourism image. The incident occurred on the night of January 29 and was captured by another motorist’s dashcam. Phuket tuk-tuk sex video goes viral […]
Phuket Intensifies Crackdown on Crime and illegal Businesses
PHUKET – Provincial authorities have ramped up enforcement operations targeting criminal networks, illegal businesses, and grey-market activities in a bid to strengthen public safety and restore confidence in Phuket as a secure tourism destination. The coordinated crackdown is being led by Governor Nirat Phongsitthavorn and involves provincial police, immigration, and other relevant agencies. Police Raid […]
Thai Woman Injured in Cross-Border Shooting at Disputed Tak Frontier
TAK – A Thai woman was shot and wounded by Myanmar military personnel while illegally crossing back into Thailand through a contested border zone in Tak province, an incident that has sparked local concern over the use of force. Myanmar Mortar Fire Injures Four in Thai Border Village The victim, a resident of Mae Sot […]
Suphan Buri Fireworks Blast Kills One, Hurts Three
SUPHAN BURI – A powerful explosion ripped through a fireworks factory in Don Chedi district on Friday morning, killing one person and injuring three others. The blast occurred around 7 a.m. at the facility in Rai Rot subdistrict, prompting a large emergency response. Two dead and four badly injured in fireworks explosion in Kalasin Police, […]
11-Year-Old Finnish Girl Rescued from Alleged Abuse in Sa Kaeo
SA KAEO – An 11-year-old Finnish girl has been rescued from a house in Thailand’s Sa Kaeo province after she emailed police in Finland to report she was being confined and tortured by two Finnish adults, the Bangkok Post reported. The dramatic international operation unfolded on Thursday night following a request from the Embassy of […]
Pickup Carrying Lao Workers Crashes, Four Killed in Sa Kaeo
SA KAEO – A deadly collision between two pickup trucks in Sa Kaeo province on Saturday evening left four people dead, including an unborn child, and several others injured. The crash occurred on the road between Khlong Hat and Watthana Nakhon districts around 6:20 p.m. on January 18, 2026. 29 illegal migrants arrested after pickup […]
Woman Found Dead at Ayutthaya Historical Site, Suicide Suspected
AYUTTHAYA – The body of a 51-year-old woman was discovered against a wall at the Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya historical park on Friday morning, along with a handwritten letter asking her family to sell her sewing machines to pay off debts. Ancient Ayutthaya Palace Walls Defaced with Graffiti The caretaker of the site, Urakit Meechusin, […]
Rescuers Locate Ankle in Search for Second Body in Lopburi Well
LOPBURI – Rescue teams in Lopburi province have located what is believed to be an ankle while searching for the body of a second retired teacher allegedly murdered and dumped in a disused artesian well. The discovery, made at 12:30 p.m. on January 17, 2026, has intensified the painstaking recovery operation amid hazardous conditions, local […]
Fuel Tanker Truck Explosion Kills One in Khon Kaen
KHON KAEN – A fuel tanker truck exploded inside a private oil depot in Kranuan district on Monday morning, triggering a massive fire that killed one worker and forced the evacuation of a nearby school. Seven injured in a sidecar explosion in Narathiwat province Flames engulfed the tanker and surrounding area, requiring multiple fire engines […]
Wild Elephant Kills Tourist in Khao Yai National Park
NAKHON RATCHASIMA – A wild elephant killed a 69-year-old tourist during a morning walk near his tent at a campground in Khao Yai National Park on Monday. Thailand Administers Contraceptive Vaccine to Wild Elephants for Population Management The incident occurred around 5:30 a.m. at the Kho Yor 4 (Khlong Pla Kang) campground in Wang Nam […]
Briton Arrested in Fatal Shooting of Thai Wife in Maha Sarakham
MAHA SARAKHAM – A British national has been arrested in Khon Kaen for the fatal shooting of his Thai wife in Maha Sarakham on Tuesday. The incident occurred in front of the victim’s homestay in Village Moo 4, Tambon Khok Ko, Muang district. Foreigner Punches Transgender Woman Unconscious in Pattaya Walking Street Police responding to […]
Boat Crashes Into Riverside Restaurant Raft in Surin
SURIN – A boat collided with a floating restaurant raft in Surin province on January 21, causing panic among diners and prompting a rapid rescue effort by customers and locals. The incident occurred along a river where such floating eateries are popular, though no serious injuries were reported. Fishing Boat Destroyed by Fire Off Nakhon […]
Famous Korat Band Leader Shot Dead on Roadside
NAKHON RATCHASIMA – A prominent local musician was shot and killed in a targeted roadside attack in Dan Khun Thot district early Friday morning, sparking an urgent police manhunt. The incident, which occurred around 4:45 a.m. on the Dan Khun Thot–Thepharak road, is believed to be linked to a professional dispute. Two Teenagers Shot Dead […]
Anti-Government Banners, Suspected Explosives Found in Narathiwat Ahead of Election
NARATHIWAT – Security forces are on high alert after the discovery of multiple anti-government banners and objects resembling improvised explosive devices (IEDs) across this southern province, in what officials believe is an attempt to disrupt Sunday’s general election. Bomb Defused At Pattani Bus Terminal; Authorities Warn Of Possible Further Devices Provincial police commander Pol Maj […]
Two Foreign Tourists Safely Rescued After Getting Lost on Koh Phangan
KOH PHANGAN – Two foreign tourists were successfully rescued by authorities on Sunday night after becoming lost in a forested area near Ban Haad Rin on Koh Phangan. All 33 Crew Rescued After Fishing Vessel Sinks Off Chonburi Coast The Than Sadet–Ko Pha-ngan National Park received an emergency request for assistance at approximately 9:30 p.m. […]
Bomb Defused At Pattani Bus Terminal; Authorities Warn Of Possible Further Devices
PATTANI, Thailand – A potentially deadly explosive device was successfully neutralized by bomb disposal experts at the Pattani provincial bus terminal on Thursday, averting what officials describe as an attempted attack aimed at causing civilian casualties. Bomb Attacks Target 11 PTT Stations in Thailand’s Deep South, Four Injured The improvised explosive device (IED) was discovered […]
Russian Tourist Killed in Apparent Cliff Fall at Koh Samui Scenic Viewpoint
SURAT THANI, Thailand – A 36-year-old Russian tourist died on Thursday after a tragic fall from a cliff at a popular viewpoint on the resort island of Koh Samui, according to local authorities. Ukrainian Woman Arrested After Spray Painting Famous Viewpoint in Phuket Koh Samui Police were notified after tourists at the Na Phra Lan […]
Foreigner Arrested After Hijacking SUV in Terrifying Koh Samui Joyride
SURAT THANI – A foreign national, believed to be under the influence or experiencing hallucinations, was arrested on Koh Samui on Thursday after forcibly dragging a driver from his SUV and speeding off with the victim clinging to the vehicle for 3.5 kilometers. Intoxicated Foreigner Steals Taxi From Checkpoint and Crashes into Utility Pole in […]
German Man Arrested for Pro‑Gaza Graffiti Spree on Koh Phangan
KOH PHANGAN – A German tourist known online as “Mr Spray” has been arrested for allegedly spray‑painting pro‑Gaza and other political messages across more than 40 locations on Koh Phangan, triggering a police investigation and widespread public criticism. Resident call for legal action against foreign graffiti in Phuket The suspect, identified as 58‑year‑old T. H., […]
Chinese Social Media Influencer Rescued from Cambodian Streets Following Job Scam
BANGKOK – The Chinese Embassy in Cambodia announced on January…
New Scam Center Discovered in Cambodia Following Thai Border Crackdown
BANGKOK – Cambodian authorities, in coordination with Thai officials, have…
Spanish Father and Three Children Victims in Indonesian Tourist Boat Sinking
A family vacation in Indonesia turned to tragedy when a…
Four Cambodian Men Charged in South Korea for Assault on Thai Nationals
BANGKOK – Four Cambodian men have been arrested and formally…
Grand Opening of Amazing Thailand Ambassador is Stunning with Spectacular Drone and Fireworks Show over Wat Arun
Bangkok, 3 February 2026 – A breathtaking spectacle to be etched in every memory, the launch night of “Lalisa LISA Manobal,” a world-renowned rapper, singer, dancer and actor, as the Amazing Thailand Ambassador unfolded at Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchaworamahawihan—a historic and cultural landmark that embodies the timeless beauty of Thailand. TAT Invites Visitors to follow […]
TAT Invites Visitors to follow Footsteps of ‘LISA’
TAT Invites Visitors to follow Footsteps of “LISA”, The Amazing Thailand Ambassador, in a Journey exploring Landmarks presented in TVC: “feel all the feelings” Bangkok, 3 February 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) invites everyone to visit the Thai locations featured in its latest commercial, “feel all the feelings”, which portrays a journey […]
TAT partners with LISA Manobal, unveils the New TVC ‘Feel All The Feelings’
TAT partners with Lalisa ‘LISA’ Manobal, Amazing Thailand Ambassador, to invite Tourists to discover the Multitude of Feelings upon travelling in Thailand, unveiling the New TVC “Feel All The Feelings” Reinforcing Thailand’s position as a trusted, high-quality destination through emotion-driven storytelling Tourism Surges at Thailand’s Red Lotus Lake After Lisa TAT’s Promotion Bangkok, 30 January […]
Tourism Surges at Thailand’s Red Lotus Lake After Lisa TAT’s Promotion
UDON THANI – A promotional campaign featuring K-pop icon Lalisa “Lisa” Manobal of Blackpink has sparked an extraordinary tourism boom at the Red Lotus Lake in Udon Thani, with daily boat tour bookings quadrupling in just three days. TAT Releases Teaser of ‘Feel All The Feelings’, featuring LISA as Amazing Thailand Ambassador Following the release […]
Thailand Records 1.1 Million Tourist Arrivals in First 11 Days of 2026
BANGKOK – Thailand welcomed over 1.1 million international visitors in the first 11 days of 2026, generating approximately 55.03 billion baht in tourism revenue, according to the Ministry of Tourism and Sports. Although the figure represents a 7.02% decrease compared to the same period last year, the sustained volume underscores the country’s ongoing recovery and […]
Mor Prom launches a LINE tool to track the effects of PM 2.5 on health
Mor Prom, an application launched by the Ministry of Public Health, has introduced a new LINE official account to help track and respond to health issues caused by rising air pollution. As PM 2.5 levels increase during the winter months, the tool offers a fast and accessible way for individuals to report symptoms potentially linked […]
Yahoo Search Ceases Operations in Thailand
BANGKOK – Yahoo has discontinued its search engine services in Thailand, effectively blocking users with Thai IP addresses from accessing the platform without technical workarounds. According to the Bangkok Post, attempts to visit Yahoo Search from Thailand now result in a redirect to sg.search.yahoo.com, which operates under Singaporean jurisdiction. Google, Microsoft and AWS to invest […]
Thailand Considers Social Media Limits for Minors Amid Global Trend
BANGKOK – As countries worldwide grapple with the impacts of social media on youth, Thailand is witnessing growing public support for restricting underage access to platforms—a measure already enacted in Australia and under consideration in several nations. Thai Public Health Minister says he was ‘setup’ after kids spotted smoking pot on Pattaya Beach Australia made […]
Major Cloudflare Outage Disrupts X, ChatGPT and Multiple Online Services
BANGKOK – A widespread technical failure at internet infrastructure giant Cloudflare caused significant disruptions across multiple high-profile platforms on Tuesday, including X and ChatGPT. The outage began around 11:30 GMT when thousands of users began reporting inaccessible services through Downdetector and other monitoring platforms. Distributed malware attacks Dyn DNS, takes down websites in US Cloudflare […]
Google Warns of New AI-Powered Malware Capable of Rewriting Its Own Code
BANGKOK – Google’s Threat Intelligence Group has issued a warning about a new generation of malware that uses artificial intelligence to dynamically rewrite its own code during execution, creating a significant challenge for traditional cybersecurity defenses. These AI-powered threats can adapt their behavior in real-time to evade detection while systematically harvesting data from compromised systems. […]
Facebook Search Glitch Exposes Thai Users to Pornographic Content
BANGKOK – Thai Facebook users have reported a disturbing technical malfunction on the social media platform, where searches for the common name and month “May” are returning explicit pornographic video results. The issue, which emerged on Tuesday, affects both mobile and desktop versions of the platform, triggering widespread concern about the effectiveness of the platform’s […]