Phuket Airport Addresses Viral Incident of Tourist Urinating in Terminal
A foreign passenger was detained at Phuket International Airport after urinating in the arrival hall. The incident, which went viral on social media, led to the airport reaffirming its strict enforcement of passenger
Thailand Solidifies Position as Global Gem and Jewelry Hub with $9.6B Export
Thailand's gem and jewelry industry continues to strengthen its global market position, achieving $9.6 billion in export value (excluding unwrought gold) in 2024, marking an impressive 10.99% growth despite worldwide economic challenges.
Midair Collision Kills 67 People in the Deadliest US Air Disaster in 24 Years
A midair collision between an Army helicopter and a jetliner killed all 67 people aboard the two aircraft, officials said Thursday, as they scrutinized the actions of the military pilot in the country's deadliest aviation disaster
Gaza Militants Release 5 Thai and 3 Israeli Hostages
Hamas-led militants freed the first of eight hostages on Thursday in the latest release since a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip took hold earlier this month.
Labor Ministry Assists Family of Thai Student Who Died in Japan
The Thai government is coordinating efforts to repatriate the remains of a Thai vocational student who was found deceased in Hiroshima, Japan, after being reported missing for nearly a month.
Russian Couple Struck While Crossing Pattaya Road; Husband Dead
A tragic accident in Pattaya claimed the life of a foreign tourist and left his wife critically injured when they were struck by a motorcycle, whose rider was also a foreigner while crossing the street hand in hand.
Russian, Estonian Workers Among Those Swept Up in Koh Phangan Raid
Following orders from Tourist Police Commissioner Pol. Lt. Gen. Saksira Phuek-am, authorities have intensified their crackdown on illegal foreign workers on Koh Phangan
Hamas Is Set to Free 3 Israelis and 5 Thais in Next Hostage Release,...
An Israeli official said Wednesday that Hamas will release three Israelis, including two women and an 80-year-old man, and five Thai nationals in the next hostage release, slated for Thursday.
Bangkok Governor Seeks New Powers as PM2.5 Set to Surge
Chadchart Sittipunt, the Bangkok Governor, has called for expanded legal authority to combat air pollution as the capital braces for worsening PM2.5 levels in the coming week.
The Year of the Snake Is Underway with Lunar New Year Festivities
Lunar New Year festivals and prayers marked the start of the Year of the Snake around Asia and farther afield on Wednesday — including in Moscow.
