BANGKOK – Thailand’s biggest travel hub is now taking a major step to stop illegal drugs. Thai Customs at Suvarnabhumi Airport recently decided to keep highly trained sniffer dogs on duty at all times. This smart move aims to catch sneaky drug smugglers long before they can leave the country. These clever dogs will help […]

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British Tourist, 41 Found Dead in Phuket Hotel Room

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Jeff Tomas

PHUKET – A 41-year-old British tourist was tragically found dead in his hotel room in Phuket on Monday morning. Local police are now patiently waiting for official autopsy results to discover exactly what happened. This sudden and unexpected event has shocked visitors and locals in the busy Patong resort area. Hotel workers discovered the man, […]

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Luxury Hotels Successfully Use Bio-Gas To Boost Profits And Save The Environment

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Rebecca Kim

BANGKOK – The hospitality industry is experiencing a massive shift toward sustainable energy solutions and green practices today. Luxury hotels are no longer competing just on beautiful ocean views and excellent customer service. Modern tourists actively seek out eco-friendly accommodations that significantly reduce their overall environmental carbon footprint. Many luxury resorts are now replacing traditional […]

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Chiang Rai Village Fights Drugs With New Community Center Constitution

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Rebecca Kim

CHIANG RAI – On August 2, 2026, Chiang Rai Deputy Governor Ruttisak Rangsri led the launch of a new anti-drug village constitution at Farm Samphanthakit Church. Organized by the Chiang Rai Provincial Court, the initiative uses cultural practices and community rules to help locals prevent drug abuse. The goal is to build strong social defenses […]

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Heartbreak in Chiang Rai: 11-Year-Old Boy Loses Life in Tragic Truck Crash

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – A peaceful night quickly turned into a tragic nightmare for a local family in northern Thailand. An 11-year-old boy has tragically died after a pickup truck crashed directly into his rural home. This heartbreaking incident happened late at night in the Phaya Mengrai district of Chiang Rai province. The young victim, affectionately […]

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Victims of TikTok Job Scam File Complaint With Chiang Rai Employment Office

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Dozens of job seekers in Thailand recently fell victim to a massive overseas employment scam. They lost tens of millions of baht to illegal brokers operating online. Nearly 100 victims gathered at the Chiang Rai Employment Office to file official complaints. They hope to recover their stolen money and bring the scammers […]

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Thailand Fast-Tracks Deportation Rules for Foreigners Violating Laws and Social Norms

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Jeff Tomas

BANGKOK – Thailand’s Cabinet has approved a new draft regulation to quickly deport foreign nationals who violate local laws or act against Thai social norms. Spearheaded by Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilprapunt, the measure aims to replace outdated, slow administrative procedures. It allows authorities to swiftly remove those who commit crimes, work illegally, or threaten […]

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Golden Triangle Buddha Statue in Chiang Rai Undergoes Major Restoration

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – The Wiang Subdistrict Municipality is starting a major renovation for the Golden Triangle Buddha Statue in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Starting immediately, the large riverside monument is being repaired and freshly coated in gold to restore its magnificent beauty. While the site is temporarily closed for safety, officials promise to reopen it for […]

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Mae Sai Embankment Collapses Causing Flash Flood to Hit Phaholyothin Road

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – On July 2, 2026, heavy rainfall caused a critical flood embankment in Chiang Rai’s Mae Sai district to collapse, triggering severe localized flooding. The sudden breach created a 10-meter gap near the Tha Khilek border, while separate mountain runoff from Doi Liki inundated Phaholyothin Road in Mueang Chiang Rai. Authorities are now […]

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Lumpini Park in Bangkok Launches High-Tech Smart Parking System

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Rebecca Kim

BANGKOK – City authorities are taking bold steps to fix traffic headaches near the capital’s oldest public park. Drivers who regularly visit Lumpini Park will soon experience a faster and much smarter way to park their vehicles. This new initiative aims to replace outdated manual systems with automated license plate readers and digital payments. The […]

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