Banner of People's Party candidate Sutat Meesiri.

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 […]
MRT Bang Khun Non BTS Skytrain Station in Bangkok.

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. […]
A trailer loaded with construction materials in Thailand.

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. […]
Pattaya police at night.

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 […]
Phuket International Airport lobby

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 […]
Soi Bangla at night time in Patong, Phuket.

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 […]
Yellow tuk tuk taxi and minivan in Phuket.

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 […]
Tourists walking along a street in Patong Beach in Phuket.

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 […]
DERT training in Sriracha, Thailand.

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, […]
Isuzu D-Max belonging to the Aranyaprathet Provincial Police, Sa Kaeo

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 […]
Ban Mai Nong Sai in Sa Kaeo

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 […]
Metal well cover.

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 […]
Truck tanker

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 elephants walking across road in Thailand

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 […]
Kosum Phisai District, Maha Sarakham, Isan

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 […]
Long tail boats in Surat Thani

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 […]
Road throught fields in Kritsana, Sikhio District, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat)

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 […]
Sungai Kolok railway station in Narathiwat, southern Thailand.

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 […]
Muslims in restless Yala, Southern Thailand

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 […]
Mellow Mountain in Koh Phangan.

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., […]
Serendipity Road Sihanoukville, Cambodia

Chinese Social Media Influencer Rescued from Cambodian Streets Following Job Scam

BANGKOK – The Chinese Embassy in Cambodia announced on January…
Thai-Cambodian border and route 2407.

New Scam Center Discovered in Cambodia Following Thai Border Crackdown

BANGKOK – Cambodian authorities, in coordination with Thai officials, have…
Boats at Sea Fish Market in Papua New Guinea, Indonesia

Spanish Father and Three Children Victims in Indonesian Tourist Boat Sinking

A family vacation in Indonesia turned to tragedy when a…
A Hyundai Sonata car of South Korean Police.

Four Cambodian Men Charged in South Korea for Assault on Thai Nationals

BANGKOK – Four Cambodian men have been arrested and formally…
Blending modern technology with Thailand’s cultural heritage to reflect “Feel All the Feelings”.

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 […]
Amazing Thailand x LISA - Feel All The Feelings TVC - Cover.

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 […]
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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 […]
Social media apps on smartphone.

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 […]
Data center room with many black servers.

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 […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Robot.

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. […]
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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 […]