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Skrevet d. 07-09-2023 08:23
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Han Zhiqiang, the Chinese Ambassador to Thailand, expressed support for the impending visa privileges aimed towards Chinese tourists. These measures are being considered by both governments, to bolster Chinese tourism and investment in their respective countries ahead of the approaching peak season.
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Residents and business owners in Phuket are furious over the increasing number of Russians who have settled on the island, taking jobs, operating businesses illegally, and introducing prostitution exclusively for Eurasians. The surge in Russian arrivals, estimated at around 400,000 between January and July of this year, has stirred resentment among the Thai community, leading to calls for action against their illegal activities.
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Skrevet d. 08-09-2023 05:31
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PHUKET XTRA - 15 Implicated in Boss Red Bull ‘graft’, Drug mules caught, Fugitive caught || September 7
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Skrevet d. 08-09-2023 14:26
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PHUKET XTRA - Golden gun arrest, Airport cabbies complain, Patong Hill ‘repairs’, Field burning || September 8
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Skrevet d. 09-09-2023 09:23
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Phuket International Airport officials recently detained three Kenyan women, who were found carrying nearly 3 kilogrammes of cocaine. The narcotics, estimated to be worth approximately 10 million baht, were concealed within their bodies.
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Thailand News | Massive Fire Destroys Pattaya Floating Market
A fire razed Pattaya Floating Market on September 7. Some escaped into the water, and firefighters battled the blaze in challenging conditions. Thankfully, no serious injuries were reported. The causes and damages will be investigated further.
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Skrevet d. 11-09-2023 12:02
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Evidence gathered by Thai police indicates that Praween Chankhlai, aka Kamnan Nok a former subdistrict head of tambon Thakong in Nakhon Pathom’s Muang district, orchestrated the assassination of a senior highway police officer during a dinner party at the 35 year old’s residence on Wednesday evening. Deputy National Police Chief, Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn, who is leading the investigation, revealed that the authorities possess the evidence and remain in the process of investigation.
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Thailand secured a place in the top 30 of the American media company US News & World Report’s 2023 Best Countries list.
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Skrevet d. 11-09-2023 20:29
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PHUKET XTRA - Search continues after fatal boat sinking, Top cops: Russians not overtaking Phuket || September 11
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Skrevet d. 12-09-2023 08:43
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Two leading Asian e-commerce platforms, Lazada and Shopee, have banned Lung Jun Coffee after discovering the brand sold coffee beans with explicit pictures and advertisements referring to a man and woman’s private parts.
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A group of enthusiastic foreigners sparked both amusement and criticism among Thai netizens after sharing a video of dancing and singing in the rain Gene Kelly style in front of a crematorium at a temple in Thailand.
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Skrevet d. 12-09-2023 08:44
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Two leading Asian e-commerce platforms, Lazada and Shopee, have banned Lung Jun Coffee after discovering the brand sold coffee beans with explicit pictures and advertisements referring to a man and woman’s private parts.
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A group of enthusiastic foreigners sparked both amusement and criticism among Thai netizens after sharing a video of dancing and singing in the rain Gene Kelly style in front of a crematorium at a temple in Thailand.
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Skrevet d. 13-09-2023 02:54
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PHUKET XTRA - Twin fighters arrested for kidnap, torture & extortion in Phuket; Fatal cop party update || September 12
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Skrevet d. 13-09-2023 14:54
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Thailand's former leader, Thaksin Shinawatra, returned from exile only to be swiftly transferred to a premium hospital ward. Reports suggest he enjoyed air conditioning, TV, a fridge, a sofa, and more, raising questions about prison standards. Activists highlight the disparity in treatment within the Thai prison system. Discover the spotlight on Thailand's prison conditions.
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Thai vendors of a renowned deep-fried chicken store in the southern province of Songkhla faced criticism from Thai netizens for overcharging two South Korean YouTubers. The controversy erupted following a video posted by the foreigners, showcasing their purchase of six pieces of fried chicken and two boxes of rice for 520 baht.
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Skrevet d. 13-09-2023 14:56
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PHUKET XTRA - B5.6bn fraud gets Chinese national arrested in Phuket, 103 road deaths in Phuket so far || September 13
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Skrevet d. 14-09-2023 11:14
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A considerable haul of over 250,000 methamphetamine pills was seized by army rangers on the Mekong River’s shoreline in the district of Ban Phaeng, Nakhon Phanom province, as three smugglers made a hasty escape. The drugs were found stashed in sacks which were callously abandoned by the fleeing perpetrators.
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An American man asked netizens for advice on what to do after his Thai girlfriend’s family demanded a million baht dowry, known as sinsod in Thailand. He said he loved her very much but was not a foolish farang.
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Skrevet d. 14-09-2023 14:13
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PHUKET XTRA - Crane topples at new Chalong mall, Patong tuk-tuk hit-and-run, Burying smuggled pork || September 14
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Skrevet d. 15-09-2023 13:52
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A Chiang Mai University professor revealed he struggled for a year on a monthly wage of just 118 baht, a situation that led to a difficult life.
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A woman’s late-night drive took a slithery turn when a python, perhaps seeking a different kind of ‘carb’uretor, surprised her by emerging from the engine compartment after she returned from a meal. At around 1am on September 14, emergency services from the Thung Mahamek Fire Station were called to a parking lot in front of a convenience store in the Yan Nawa district of Bangkok.
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Skrevet d. 15-09-2023 14:01
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PHUKET XTRA -Corrupt Phuket prosecutors sent to prison, Tablets for students revived, Pita on ‘Time’ || September 15
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Skrevet d. 18-09-2023 08:54
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A foreign family, currently residing in Phuket, experienced a shocking robbery of their villa in Chalong, raising serious safety concerns. The audacious theft occurred while the family of four, including two children, were present in the house, and the thief managed to escape with stolen goods worth over 50,000 baht.
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Bangkok Airways is introducing passenger weighing as a safety measure, joining airlines like Korean Air and Air New Zealand. This practice aims to calculate precise aircraft weight distribution, reducing fuel consumption. Your privacy is protected, as the data will be confidential.
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Skrevet d. 18-09-2023 15:19
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PHUKET XTRA - Phuket Town floods, Home invasion concerns, Chalong-Patong Rd concerns || September 18
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Skrevet d. 19-09-2023 10:45
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The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) is fast-tracking an investigation into police officers who attended the housewarming party of village headman Praween Chanklai, also known as Nok, which led to the death of two police officers.
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A shocking discovery was made by a TikTok user after a year away from home – his house had been burgled and stripped bare. Upon his return, the user, known as @thishol, found his house burgled and in a state of disarray, stripped bare by burglars. The entire place was littered with debris, with every item that had any potential resale value taken.
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Skrevet d. 19-09-2023 14:40
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PHUKET XTRA - Chalong garbage dump woes, Taxing foreign earned income, Best stir fry in the world! || September 19
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Skrevet d. 20-09-2023 12:42
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A comprehensive nationwide examination into the possible mafia ties of local chiefs has reached a progression stage of 20-30%. Deputy Interior Minister, Chada Thaiset, disclosed that the gathered data will eventually be organised into zones marked by distinct colours.
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Thai netizens criticised the Thai government after the newly crowned Miss Universe Singapore expressed her commitment to combatting human trafficking in Thailand.
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