| Throat slashing attack at Thammasat University sparks safety talks |
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A female student yesterday allegedly slashed the throat of a male junior in a student dormitory at Thammasat University, sparking discussions regarding violence and campus safety. The victim is in critical condition in the intensive care unit. The incident, which was widely discussed on social media and topped trending hashtags, involved a third-year female student … The story Throat slashing attack at Thammasat University sparks safety talks as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Thai MPs set to jump ship as PM Srettha prepares major reshuffle |
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Two Members of Parliament from the ruling Pheu Thai Party are on the brink of securing seats in the Cabinet, according to insider sources. Paopoom Rojanasakul, a party-list MP, and Jiraporn Sindhuprai, representing Roi Et, were reportedly spotted at Government House on Tuesday, fuelling speculation of their imminent ascent. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, despite dismissing … The story Thai MPs set to jump ship as PM Srettha prepares major reshuffle as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Children rescued after father forces them to trade sex for his drugs |
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Officers from the Pavena Foundation for Children and Women yesterday rescued a seven year old boy and nine year old girl from a drug dealer on Koh Samui, an island in the southern province of Surat Thani. Their drug-addicted father confessed to sending his children to work as sex slaves for the dealer in exchange … The story Children rescued after father forces them to trade sex for his drugs as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Study exposes widespread microplastics in food |
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Recent research has revealed a silent hazard in our diets: microplastic contamination in various foods, some of which are consumed frequently. A study published in February found that 90% of plant and animal protein samples contained microplastics, substances linked to serious health issues including breast and prostate cancer, as well as genetic abnormalities in cells. … The story Study exposes widespread microplastics in food as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Thai police dismantle 700 million baht online gambling ring |
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Thai police dismantled a substantial online gambling operation, discovering that three residential properties were used to facilitate the illegal activity. The raid led to the apprehension of the site’s owner and several administrators, revealing a vast network that had been operational for seven years with financial transactions exceeding 700 million baht. Today, April 25, a … The story Thai police dismantle 700 million baht online gambling ring as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Thai woman sues cops over search for drugs in her vagina (video) |
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A 61 year old Thai woman condemned police officers in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok for their unethical behaviour. She alleges that the officers accused her of involvement in a drug case without evidence and injured her during a search of her vagina for drugs. The 61 year old woman, identified as Pook, and her 35 … The story Thai woman sues cops over search for drugs in her vagina (video) as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Sun safety in Thailand: A guide to flawless skin in the heat |
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Sun safety in Thailand is a crucial aspect to consider when planning your trip. With its tropical climate and strong sunlight, it becomes even more essential to prioritise skin health and sunburn prevention to make the most of your time under the Thai sun. By implementing effective sun protection tips, you can shield your skin … The story Sun safety in Thailand: A guide to flawless skin in the heat as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Transport minister sets off for China for high-speed rail talks |
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Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit will jet off to China next month for a meeting to discuss Thailand’s ambitious high-speed railway project and ignite the engines on the Land Bridge megaproject, worth a staggering 1 trillion baht. Suriya declared yesterday his forthcoming leadership at the 31st Thailand-China joint ministerial committee meeting scheduled for May 7 to … The story Transport minister sets off for China for high-speed rail talks as seen on Thaiger News. |
| M Centre by BNH leads the way in Thailand for enlarged prostate treatments |
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As you age, your body undergoes changes beyond your control, even if you have done a lot to take care of yourself. One common change for men is the enlargement of the prostate, a small gland below the bladder. This condition, medically known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), occurs when the prostate becomes larger than … The story M Centre by BNH leads the way in Thailand for enlarged prostate treatments as seen on Thaiger News. |
| US carrier strike group returns to Thailand after three-year hiatus |
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After a three-year gap, the US carrier strike group marked its return to Thailand yesterday, as it anchored at Laem Chabang for a routine port visit. The group, led by its flagship, the USS Theodore Roosevelt, last visited the Southeast Asian nation in 2018. Along with the flagship, Carrier Air Wing 11 also made its appearance. … The story US carrier strike group returns to Thailand after three-year hiatus as seen on Thaiger News. |
| TikTok CEO expects to defeat US restrictions: 'We aren't going anywhere' |
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WASHINGTON: TikTok's chief executive said on Wednesday the social media company expects to win a legal challenge to block legislation signed into law by President Joe Biden that he said would ban its popular short video app used by 170 million Americans.
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| Office demand turns negative in 1st quarter |
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The office market recorded negative absorption in the first quarter of 2024, ending a consecutive seven-quarter rise from mid-2022, as demand shifted from non-green to green spaces and downsized offices, according to property consultant Knight Frank Thailand.
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| The thorny issue of digital wallet funding |
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The coalition government led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin made a significant pivot on its flagship scheme, which aims to hands out 10,000 baht each to 50 million Thais via a digital wallet, shifting from government borrowing, which drew sharp criticism and raised concerns about potential violations of financial and fiscal discipline regulations.
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| Central bank urges banks to help vulnerable |
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The Bank of Thailand (BoT) is allowing commercial banks to adapt their business models to help vulnerable customers, in response to the prime minister's directive urging large local banks to lower lending interest rates for vulnerable groups and small businesses.
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| Rising expenses add to hotels' woes |
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Hotel operators anticipate high expenses from power bills, food prices and labour wages as the low season arrives amid scorching temperatures.
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| Suriya outlines China visit agenda |
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Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit will visit China next month to discuss the Thai-Chinese high-speed railway project and further promote the 1-trillion-baht Land Bridge megaproject.
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| Thailand proposes peace plan |
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Thailand has proposed having three or more Asean member countries work in unison to engage with Myanmar's military junta to ease the crisis and bring about peace in the conflict-torn nation while remaining firm on its stance on humanitarian assistance and promoting peace.
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| Yakuza suspected of dismembering countryman |
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Two Japanese men are prime suspects in the murder and dismemberment of their compatriots whose remains were found in Nonthaburi province last week.
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| A coastal gem |
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Throughout my work life I have gone on many group tours, but this was my first solo trip to Koh Lan in Chon Buri. About a 90-minute drive from Bangkok, Koh Lan is the perfect destination for anyone wanting an island vacation without having to take a flight south.
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| Former PTTEP execs face charges in Rolls-Royce bribes scandal |
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The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has found grounds to believe that four former executives of PTT Exploration and Production Plc (PTTEP) colluded to manipulate the bidding for an equipment procurement contract worth almost a billion baht that was awarded to Rolls-Royce and implemented between 2004 and 2008.
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| SET chairman’s exit could pave way for cabinet post |
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Stock Exchange of Thailand chairman Pichai Chunhavajira has resigned in a move that is seen as paving the way for his appointment as finance minister in a cabinet reshuffle.
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| Ex-minister Supachai ‘guilty of forest encroachment’ |
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The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has found former deputy agriculture minister Supachai Phosu guilty of severe ethical misconduct in connection with illegal occupation of a forest reserve in Nakhon Phanom province.
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| Hundreds of Japanese towns at 'risk of disappearing' |
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TOKYO - More than 40% of Japanese municipalities are likely to see the number of their young female residents drop by more than half in the 30 years through 2050 as the country's population rapidly declines, a study by private-sector experts' panel showed on Wednesday.
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| Banks to cut rates by 25 bps for 'vulnerable groups' |
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Banks will cut lending rates by 25 basis points for vulnerable groups for a period of six months, the Thai bankers' association said on Thursday, responding to a government request to help small businesses.
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| Sentenced drug defendant escapes from court |
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KHON KAEN: Police were hunting down a convicted defendant in a drug case who escaped while being taken to a prison vehicle at the provincial court on Wednesday night.
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| Car production down 23.1% y/y in March |
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Car production in Thailand dropped 23.08% in March from a year earlier to 138,331 units, the Federation of Thai Industries said on Thursday.
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| TikTok CEO expects to defeat US restrictions: 'We aren't going anywhere' |
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WASHINGTON: TikTok's chief executive said on Wednesday the social media company expects to win a legal challenge to block legislation signed into law by President Joe Biden that he said would ban its popular short video app used by 170 million Americans.
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| Office demand turns negative in 1st quarter |
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The office market recorded negative absorption in the first quarter of 2024, ending a consecutive seven-quarter rise from mid-2022, as demand shifted from non-green to green spaces and downsized offices, according to property consultant Knight Frank Thailand.
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| Overcrowded Venice introduces first entry charge for tourists |
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VENICE - Venice becomes the first city in the world on Thursday to introduce a payment system for tourists in an effort to thin the crowds that throng the canals during the peak holiday season.
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| PM lauds 'team effort' to clear Rama II Road |
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The prime minister has complimented the government and private agencies on improving traffic flow along Rama II Road while all construction work there is expected to be completed by next year.
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