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JUN

05

Chinese Tourists Cancelling Their Trips to Thailand Over Ransom and Safety Fears

BANGKOK – Chinese tourists are quickly changing their minds about visiting Thailand this year, causing the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA) to drop its 2026 arrival forecast from 9 million down to just 7 million. Travelers are avoiding the popular Southeast Asian destination because they are deeply worried about their safety. This massive drop […]

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JUN

02

The Call of Chiang Rai: Why Leaving Thailand’s Northern Jewel Leaves an Empty Space in Your Heart

CHIANG RAI – Have you ever returned from a journey only to feel like you left a piece of your soul behind? For many who visit or choose to live in Thailand’s northernmost province, this feeling is entirely familiar. There is a specific kind of melancholy that sets in when you pack your bags and […]

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FEB

23

Chiang Rai Times English-Language News Celebrates 19 Years

Chiang Rai Times is a non-profit English news site that has shared local, regional, and global stories since 2007, helping expats, tourists, and locals stay informed in Chiang Rai and beyond.

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DEC

05

Terence Crawford Stripped of WBC Super Middleweight Title in Bangkok

BANGKOK - On Wednesday, the World Boxing Council (WBC) officially stripped Terence Crawford of his WBC super middleweight (168-pound) title, ending his brief undisputed reign in the division just 81 days after winning it.

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OCT

19

Thailand Minimum Wage 2025: New Rates by Province, Start Dates, Overtime Explained

Thailand set new rates for the Thailand minimum wage 2025 by province. Most changes started on 1 January 2025. Bangkok moved to 400 baht on 1 July 2025.

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MAY

29

Satta Matka: The Untold Story of India’s Underground Lottery and Its Digital Comeback

From 1950s street betting to contemporary online platforms, Satta Matka , one of India's oldest lottery-style gambling activities, has transformed.

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