| Bangkok: Thai authorities crack down on illegal immigrant workers |
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Thai immigration officers cracked down on immigrant workers allegedly encroaching on local professions in Bangkok’s bustling Ratchathewi district. Thai immigration officers, alongside immigration police and Phaya Thai police, have disclosed a meticulously planned operation aimed at eliminating immigrant workers accused of infringing upon the livelihoods of Thai locals without proper authorisation. The operation, which took … The story Bangkok: Thai authorities crack down on illegal immigrant workers as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Thailand and Bangladesh pursue free trade agreement |
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PM Srettha confirmed that Thailand and Bangladesh are keen on pursuing a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The two nations signed a letter of intent last week to speed up the negotiation process, marking a significant milestone in their collaborative efforts. Speaking at a press conference following his meeting with Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the … The story Thailand and Bangladesh pursue free trade agreement as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Thai-Lao friendship bridge to open in November |
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The fifth Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge, connecting Thailand’s Bueng Kan province and Laos’ Pakxan town, has been scheduled to open in November. The announcement was made by Deputy Transport Minister, Manaporn Charoensri. The bridge will span from Bueng Kan, Khai Si and Wisit subdistricts in the Mueang Bueng Kan district, situated across the river from Pakxan. … The story Thai-Lao friendship bridge to open in November as seen on Thaiger News. |
| The 5 beautiful cafes in Khao Yai you need to visit |
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It’s impossible to get bored in Bangkok, but if you want a change of scenery without travelling too far, a visit to Khao Yai might be the answer. Located around 2.5 hours by car from the capital, Khao Yai is blessed with breathtaking natural landscapes. Most visit to explore its lush forests, beautiful waterfalls, and … The story The 5 beautiful cafes in Khao Yai you need to visit as seen on Thaiger News. |
| AirAsia ventures into aviation consulting and planning |
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AirAsia is looking to expand its horizons beyond Southeast Asia by stepping into the realm of aviation consulting and planning. This strategic move comes as a part of a larger plan to separate its non-aviation ventures from its core aviation business. Tony Fernandes, the chief executive of Capital A, disclosed that a conditional sales and … The story AirAsia ventures into aviation consulting and planning as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Elderly Thai man’s x-ray reveals 42 bullets from Vietnam War (video) |
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An elderly Thai man’s chest x-ray displaying 42 bullets lodged in his lung for 40 years dramatically reveals his survival from a near-fatal error during the Vietnam War. The x-ray, uploaded to TikTok by user @chanakan355 showcases the shrapnel-filled lungs of a man who was mistakenly shot and has lived with the remnants of the … The story Elderly Thai man’s x-ray reveals 42 bullets from Vietnam War (video) as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Man shot and beaten in Chachoengsao over suspected affair |
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A violent altercation erupted outside a noodle shop in Chachoengsao province when a man, suspecting his wife of infidelity, returned with a gun after seeing her with another man. The incident led to the shooting and brutal beating of the man she was with, leaving local authorities urgently searching for the perpetrator. Police were alerted … The story Man shot and beaten in Chachoengsao over suspected affair as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Thailand’s EC investigates potential senator election manipulation |
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The Election Commission (EC) of Thailand is currently probing into claims of potential manipulation in the upcoming senator election process. The EC has cautioned potential candidates about registering with a questionable website. The EC indicated that the act of encouraging individuals to form groups for the Senate election competition could be a breach of election … The story Thailand’s EC investigates potential senator election manipulation as seen on Thaiger News. |
| British tourist left high and dry as hotel vanishes on Koh Samui |
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An idyllic Thai getaway turned into a financial nightmare for a 30 year old British tourist when he landed on Koh Samui only to discover his booked hotel was nowhere to be found. Glen Parke had his holiday dreams turn into a financial quagmire when he shelled out £282 (approximately 13,000 baht) for a 59-night … The story British tourist left high and dry as hotel vanishes on Koh Samui as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Everything you need to know before teaching English in Thailand |
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English teaching in Thailand can be a rewarding and challenging career. If you have the passion, dedication, and drive, it can be a great way to help people learn English in an environment that is friendly and welcoming. You’ll need to commit your time and effort to this field if you want to make a … The story Everything you need to know before teaching English in Thailand as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Fifth Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge to 'open in November' |
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The fifth Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge, which links Bueng Kan province of Thailand and Pakxan town in Laos, will open for public use this November, Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri said on Friday.
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| Trade talks to start with Bangladesh |
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Thailand and Bangladesh are committed to working together towards a free trade agreement (FTA), and a letter of intent signed on Friday will help expedite the negotiation process, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said.
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| Special status sought for Phuket |
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The governor of Phuket has proposed designating the island province as a special administrative area to gain more authority over taxation and budget allocation so it can be developed in line with Bangkok and Pattaya in terms of its administrative frameworks.
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| BMA to spruce up busy pedestrian areas |
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The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has begun a pavement renovation programme aiming to upgrade footpaths along 16 routes in highly populated areas of the capital.
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| Police explain inaction after Tak Bai massacre |
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Police have cited force majeure as the reason they did not pursue legal action against an army officer and seven others involved in a crackdown on protesters that led to dozens of deaths in Tak Bai 20 years ago.
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| Your horoscope for Apr 26 - May 2 |
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Your spot-on horoscope for work, money and relationship from Guru by the Bangkok Post's famously accurate fortune teller. Let's see how you will fare this week and beyond.
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| Tak Bai massacre victims sue top officials |
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Injured protesters and families of those killed in the 2004 Tak Bai tragedy have filed a lawsuit against nine former top officials, accusing them of murder and other charges.
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| SCG tracking events in the Middle East |
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SET-listed Siam Cement Group (SCG), Thailand's largest cement maker and industrial conglomerate, expects its energy and operating costs as well as expenses for raw materials to increase if conflicts in the Middle East escalate.
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| Domestic car sales see 30% fall in March |
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Domestic car sales in Thailand remained sluggish in March, falling by 29.8% year-on-year to 56,099 units, though the tally is slightly greater than the February total, according to the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
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| Gulf quashes KBank takeover rumour as stake increases |
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Gulf Energy Development clarified that it has no plans to take over Kasikornbank (KBank), attributing its recent increased shareholding in the bank solely to its pursuit of investment gains.
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| Ayutthaya's organic rice farm: A tourist hotspot |
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Welcome to Na Tip Kasem Farm, which specialises in organic rice farming in Ayutthaya. The farm has organised agricultural tourism activities that have attracted visitors worldwide.
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| Website promoting Senate candidate registration goes dark |
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A website set up by the Progressive Movement to encourage people to run in the Senate election has temporarily shut down after being targeted by the Election Commission (EC).
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| Philippines denies South China Sea deal with China |
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MANILA - The Philippines on Saturday denied a Chinese claim that the two countries had reached an agreement over an escalating maritime dispute in the South China Sea, calling the claim propaganda.
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| What to do about weed? |
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The legalisation of cannabis was recently back in the spotlight, threatening to test the coalition government’s unity.
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| PM urges vigilance after Covid-19 surge |
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Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has ordered local authorities to monitor Covid-19 cases after infections spiked during Songkran.
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| Cybercriminals using AI for attacks |
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Cyber-attacks will increasingly use artificial intelligence (AI) to speed up their post-exploitation activities at targeted organisations, according to Palo Alto Networks.
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| Asian shares get lift from US tech results |
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RECAP: Asian shares rose yesterday, led by tech firms after strong earnings reports from Microsoft and Alphabet on Wall Street. But investors are becoming resigned to the idea that US interest rate cuts are probably many more months away.
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| AirAsia looks outside Asean after divestment |
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AirAsia wants to extend beyond Southeast Asia by offering aviation consulting and planning, separating aviation from non-aviation ventures.
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| Met to return 2 looted bronze statues |
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The Ministry of Culture has sent a representative to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York to inspect two artefacts before they are returned to Thailand, according to Culture Minister Sermsak Pongpanit.
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| Fifth Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge to 'open in November' |
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The fifth Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge, which links Bueng Kan province of Thailand and Pakxan town in Laos, will open for public use this November, Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri said on Friday.
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