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Passenger Protection Center Catches Tuk-Tuk Driver Overcharging Japanese Tourist

Recently, a Japanese tourist took to social media to complain about being overcharged by a tuk-tuk driver in Bangkok. The post Passenger Protection Center Catches Tuk-Tuk Driver Overcharging Japanese Tourist appeared first on Khaosod English.

Khaosod - 15 May 2024

Cabinet okays 10-year EEC visa for foreigners

The cabinet has approved a special 10-year visa for executives and experts working in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) to support the development of targeted industries in the country.

Bangkok Post - 15 May 2024

Governor to lead Phuket Senator selection

PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat, a Bangkok-appointed official, will chair the selection committee for the so-called “election” of Phuket’s next senator.

Phuket News - 15 May 2024

Should Thai Durian Fear Vietnamese Competitors? Durian Risk Index Says Yes

Vietnamese durian exports to China are expected to increase by 30 percent in 2024. Exports are projected to increase by 105 percent The post Should Thai Durian Fear Vietnamese Competitors? Durian Risk Index Says Yes appeared first on Khaosod English.

Khaosod - 15 May 2024

Venus clam harvesting sustains livelihoods and culture in Pattaya communities

PATTAYA, Thailand – The shores of Naklua and Krating Lai Beach in Banglamung District comes alive with activity as local residents and factory workers engage in the time-honoured tradition of harvesting Venus clams. This daily ritual not only (...)

Pattaya Mail - 15 May 2024

Pep Guardiola:’Chúng tôi không mượn và cũng không cần Tottenham trải thảm đỏ’

Man City quyết tâm hạ gục Tottenham trong trận “chung kết” Ngoại hạng Anh Tình thế cân não, áp lực đè nặng lên Tottenham. Cuộc đua vô địch Ngoại hạng Anh mùa giải 2023-24 đang đi đến hồi kết gay cấn hơn bao giờ hết, với hai ứng cử viên sáng giá (...)

Pattaya Daily News - 14 May 2024

Two men arrested for the body in barrel murder of a South Korean tourist, final suspect at large in Burma

Two suspects in the body-in-a-barrel murder caught. One still at large in Burma. Bangkok police confirm arrests of two suspects in the murder of South… Read More › The post Two men arrested for the body in barrel murder of a South Korean (...)

Thai Examiner - 14 May 2024

Cabinet okays 10-year EEC visa for foreigners

BANGKOK: The Cabinet has approved a special 10-year visa for executives and experts working in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) to support the development of targeted industries in the country.

Phuket News - 15 May 2024

Forest rangers called on to help prevent Phuket deforestation

PHUKET: Phuket Vice Governor Adul Chuthong has ordered all forest rangers on the island to ramp up efforts to prevent illegal encroachment and deforestation in their respective areas.

Phuket News - 15 May 2024

Power outage to affect north of Heroines Monument

PHUKET: The Thalang branch of the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA Thalang) has announced a scheduled power outage that will affect the area around the Shell petrol station north of the Heroines Monument tomorrow (May 16).

Phuket News - 15 May 2024

Victim seeks justice after road rage assault at Pattaya railway crossing

PATTAYA, Thailand – CCTV footage captured a troubling incident at the railway crossing on Soi Chaipornwithi, east Pattaya, on May 6. It shows a young man kicking a middle-aged motorcyclist who was parking by the roadside, following an argument (...)

Pattaya Mail - 15 May 2024

Israeli tourist abandoned by deceitful motorbike taxi in Sattahip

PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya Tourist Police swiftly responded to a distress call from concerned citizens reporting a foreign national in a state of distress found sitting by the roadside, seemingly lost and confused, at the J intersection on (...)

Pattaya Mail - 15 May 2024

Pattaya citizens condemn desecration of iconic landmark

EDITORIAL PATTAYA, Thailand – The desecration of Pattaya City’s cherished symbol, the PATTAYA CITY sign at Bali Hai Pier, is not just an attack on public property but a brazen affront to the very soul of the city. This act of vandalism, (...)

Pattaya Mail - 15 May 2024

Gunkul suspends cannabis investment amid confusion

SET-listed Gunkul Engineering, a renewable energy developer that diversified into the cannabis and hemp business three years ago, is suspending further investment in cannabis based on its nearly 2-billion-baht budget, pending clarity from the (...)

Bangkok Post - 15 May 2024

Siam Piwat gets behind push to host 'World Pride' in 2030

Siam Piwat Group, a leading real estate and retail developer, is reinforcing its support for diversity, equality and inclusion with its The Celebration: Right to Love campaign that celebrates the same-sex marriage bill coming into force by (...)

Bangkok Post - 15 May 2024

Costumes at temples ignites trend

Temples and palaces in Bangkok have attracted more foreign visitors, bolstered by the rising popularity of dressing in Thai costumes among Asian tourists, with a recent viral video clip showing groups of male travellers dressed in female attire.

Bangkok Post - 15 May 2024

Paetongtarn backs transgender rights law

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, leader of the ruling Pheu Thai Party and chairwoman of the National Committee on Soft Power Development, is backing efforts to push for a law on recognition of transgender people before 2030, when Thailand hopes to be (...)

Bangkok Post - 15 May 2024

Court warrant sought to test 'psychic' boy

The Social Development and Human Security Ministry is seeking a court warrant to take eight-year-old Nong Nice to psychologists after his parents continued to refuse requests by the authorities to make a house visit to assess the boy's mental (...)

Bangkok Post - 15 May 2024

Thailand, Bhutan prepare for trade talks

Thailand and Bhutan are preparing to hold talks on a free trade agreement (FTA) during the 5th Joint Trade Committee (JTC) meeting this month, which could help boost bilateral trade to US$120 million.

Bangkok Post - 15 May 2024

Insurance pushed for natural disasters

The Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC) has issued a warning to high-rise building operators, farmers and the public to obtain insurance coverage for properties to deal with mounting natural disaster risks.

Bangkok Post - 15 May 2024

Historical park to receive Unesco push

The Ministry of Culture aims to nominate Phra Nakhon Khiri National Historical Park, aka Khao Wang, in Phetchaburi as a Unesco World Heritage Site, according to Culture Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol.

Bangkok Post - 15 May 2024

Superrich responds digitally to growing travel card threat

Despite growth in foreign arrivals, Superrich Currency Exchange (1995) Co, a leading local money changer, recorded zero growth in transactions during the first four months of this year, primarily attributed to competition from travel card services.

Bangkok Post - 15 May 2024

PM’s overseas mission on May 15-24

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is scheduled to pay his second official visit to France on 15-16 May 2024. He will also visit Italy and attend parallel activities from 17 to 21 May. The Prime Minister will later attend the 29th Nikkei Forum (...)

Pattaya Mail - 14 May 2024

Bangkok to add 3,390 new air-conditioned clean energy buses to improve public transportation and air quality

In an effort to enhance the quality of public bus services, the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) has initiated plans to procure 3,390 new air-conditioned, clean energy buses to improve public transportation. Deputy transport minister (...)

Pattaya Mail - 14 May 2024

Google to use AI-generated answers in search results

UNITED STATES: Google on Tuesday (May 14) said it would introduce AI-generated answers to online queries made by users in the United States, in one of the biggest updates to its search engine in 25 years.

Phuket News - 14 May 2024

FIFA Council takes key decisions in preparation for 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok on May 17

The FIFA Council has made several important decisions in preparation for the upcoming 74th FIFA Congress, including a unified stand against racism in football and significant investments in football development. The council has unanimously (...)

Pattaya Mail - 14 May 2024

NCB reports 15% rise in Q1 non-performing loans driven by defaults on auto and mortgage loans

The National Credit Bureau (NCB) has announced it recorded a 15% rise in non-performing loans (NPLs) in Q1 2024, driven by defaults on auto and mortgage loans. NPLs reached 1.09 trillion baht, with auto NPLs surging by 32% to 240 billion baht (...)

Pattaya Mail - 14 May 2024