BEIJING – The U.S. Embassy in Beijing is issuing a stark new warning to Americans currently living in or traveling to China. Officials are raising the alarm over rapidly growing security risks across the entire country. This urgent notice comes as diplomatic and economic tensions between the two global superpowers continue to simmer. For travelers […]

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Bank of Thailand Tightens Controls on High-Value Cash Property Purchases

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – The Bank of Thailand is stepping up its fight against illegal financial activities by proposing new rules to monitor massive cash transactions. Under these new plans, commercial banks will need to closely examine customers who buy expensive real estate using physical cash. Officials want to make sure the banking system stays safe from […]

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Identity Theft and Cyber Scams Now Targeting Thailand’s Youth

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Jeff Tomas

BANGKOK – A fake message from a friend can empty a bank account before anyone notices. Identity theft in Thailand is now part of a wider scam problem affecting children, teenagers, university students, and young workers. Scammers use Facebook, LINE, gaming platforms, study and job websites, fake officials, and stolen personal details. Their schemes include […]

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Typhoon Dolphin Paralyzes Shanghai: Flights Grounded Amid Historic Flooding

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Anna Wong

SHANGHAI, China – Typhoon Dolphin brought daily life to a grinding halt in Shanghai on Monday, August 10, 2026, as torrential rain turned busy streets into rivers. The severe weather flooded roads and major commercial districts, forcing the city’s two main airports to cancel 943 flights. This massive wave of cancellations reduced Shanghai’s combined aviation […]

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Thailand Eyes New Tourist Fee and Huge Travel Subsidy to Boost Local Economy

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – Thailand is getting ready to shake up its travel sector with two major new policies. Starting this September, the country plans to launch a massive domestic travel subsidy program. Furthermore, government officials are also looking at a brand-new fee for foreign visitors arriving in the country. The primary goal is to grow the […]

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Mekong River Levels Stabilize in Chiang Rai as Officials Monitor Floods

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – The mighty Mekong River is finally showing clear signs of calming down across northern Thailand today. Recent water levels throughout Chiang Rai have officially stabilized and are beginning to slowly decrease. This gentle drop brings a much-needed sense of relief to the anxious local communities nearby. However, government officials are still urging […]

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Chiang Mai Elephant Village Moves Animals to High Ground as River Waters Rise Fast

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG MAI – Heavy rainstorms are once again threatening local elephant camp communities across the beautiful northern region of Thailand. The Mae Taeng River in Chiang Mai is currently experiencing a rapid and dangerous rise in water levels. Local elephant caretakers are simply taking no chances with the safety of their beloved gentle giants. Dedicated […]

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Huge Drug Bust: Police Seize 1 Ton of Crystal Meth

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Jeff Tomas

BANGKOK – Metropolitan police recently stopped a massive drug smuggling operation headed straight for the capital city. Officers successfully seized exactly one ton of crystal methamphetamine during a highly coordinated roadside sting operation. The bust safely took place at a busy gas station in Chai Nat province on August 8. The smuggling ring tried to […]

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Thailand-Myanmar Water Pact Sparks Outrage Over Hidden Pollution Risks

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Thailand and Myanmar recently signed a new agreement to manage shared river water quality. However, environmental experts say the deal leaves Thailand at a massive disadvantage. The Terms of Reference (TOR) agreement was finalized during a recent visit by Myanmar’s leadership to Thailand. Local scholars warn that the pact ignores severe pollution […]

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Nominee Crackdown in Hua Hin: 13 Foreigners Home Owners Detained

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Jeff Tomas

HUA HIN, Thailand – Thai police have arrested 13 foreign nationals during a massive raid on nominee-structured luxury properties in Hua Hin. The targeted location was a high-end housing and pool villa estate in the Thap Tai subdistrict. During the sweep, officers thoroughly searched a total of 15 different locations across the area. This decisive […]

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