| 1 dead, 3 seriously injured in Bangkok lift tragedy |
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A tragic accident occurred when an outdated lift at an air conditioning equipment store in the Taling Chan area of Bangkok malfunctioned, leading to one fatality and three serious injuries. The lift, unable to support more than 300 kilogrammes, resulted in a deadly fall. The incident took place at a five-storey building on Ratchaphruek Road, … The story 1 dead, 3 seriously injured in Bangkok lift tragedy as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Chaos on the Chao Phraya: Tugboat smashes into 6 tour boats |
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Tourists and locals were left stunned this morning when a heavily laden tugboat ploughed into six moored tour boats on Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River, sinking one and injuring a woman. The dramatic accident unfolded just before 11am near Krung Thep Bridge in the Bang Kholaem district, as the tug struggled against a strong current while … The story Chaos on the Chao Phraya: Tugboat smashes into 6 tour boats as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Pen gun blunder: Thai man’s bathroom mishap writes tragic end |
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A Thai man accidentally shot himself dead on December 3 with a pen gun while using the bathroom at a stranger’s house in the Isaan province of Roi Et. Officers from Suwannaphum Police Station and medical workers were called to the house in the Ban Nong Jarn Community in Suwannaphum district to investigate the death … The story Pen gun blunder: Thai man’s bathroom mishap writes tragic end as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Bangkok hospital debunks ‘incomplete blood’ myths |
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Claims that feeling sleepy and bloated after meals is common in individuals with “incomplete blood” have been debunked by medical authorities. Rajavithi Hospital, under Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health, clarified that such claims are false. A recent online post suggested that symptoms like a taut stomach, droopy eyelids, and post-meal drowsiness are indicative of “incomplete … The story Bangkok hospital debunks ‘incomplete blood’ myths as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Former bank officer arrested in Nakhon Sawan for 500k fraud |
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The Anti-Corruption Division of the police, in collaboration with the Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission, apprehended a former state bank officer involved in defrauding locals of half a million baht. The suspect faces charges at the Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Region 6 today, December 4. Police Major General Jaroonkiat Pankaew, Deputy Commissioner of the … The story Former bank officer arrested in Nakhon Sawan for 500k fraud as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Brew-haha: Coffee shop clash near Chanthaburi temple boils over |
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A dispute over the ownership of a coffee shop near a temple in Chanthaburi province escalated into a chaotic confrontation, with people vandalising property and engaging in public altercations. The incident at Ko Proet Temple in Laem Sing district saw a group of people demolishing a wall and removing signage, all of which was captured … The story Brew-haha: Coffee shop clash near Chanthaburi temple boils over as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Bangkok traffic cop under fire for fine collection via tuk tuk driver |
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Concerns over corruption arose after a Bangkok traffic police officer was caught in a viral video instructing a motorist to pay a fine through the bank account of a tuk tuk driver. The alleged misconduct came to light after a TikTok account, Talk with the Police, shared a video of the questionable incident at the … The story Bangkok traffic cop under fire for fine collection via tuk tuk driver as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Phuket and the Netherlands strengthen ties over tourism and traffic |
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H.E. Remco van Wijngaarden, Ambassador of the Netherlands to Thailand, met with Phuket Vice Governor Samawit Suphanphai at Phuket Provincial Hall, alongside Sven Smolders, Honorary Consul for the Netherlands in southern Thailand. The gathering highlighted a shared commitment to bolstering ties through tourism, infrastructure development, and citizen welfare. With 500 Dutch nationals residing in Phuket … The story Phuket and the Netherlands strengthen ties over tourism and traffic as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Thailand proposes VAT hike, cuts income tax to boost economy |
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Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira has proposed a shift in Thailand’s tax strategy to bolster state revenue and enhance the nation’s economic standing. The plan includes raising the value-added tax (VAT) while reducing corporate and personal income tax rates. This approach aims to drive national development, increase competitiveness, and address domestic disparities. The Organisation for Economic … The story Thailand proposes VAT hike, cuts income tax to boost economy as seen on Thaiger News. |
| Phuket Red Cross urges blood donations as tourist season begins |
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The Phuket branch of the Red Cross Society and Vachira Phuket Hospital have made an urgent appeal for blood donations, particularly as the tourist High Season begins. With the approach of King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s birthday, which is also observed as Thailand National Day and Father’s Day, special blood donation events are planned for tomorrow, December … The story Phuket Red Cross urges blood donations as tourist season begins as seen on Thaiger News. |
| New taxes for EVs |
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The national committee in charge of promoting the electric-vehicle (EV) industry has approved a new car tax structure to support the production of hybrid vehicles as part of a plan to convert internal combustion engines to electric power.
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| MONO threatens to sue over SET warning |
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Mono Next Plc (MONO) is considering legal action against the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), saying the bourse's announcement on Dec 3 about MONO's irregular trading caused unnecessary panic among investors and affected its share price.
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| Call for less investment in power plants |
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Energy advocates are asking the government to downgrade its forecast for electricity demand in the 2024 power development plan (PDP) and promote free electricity trade to reduce power bills, which impose a huge financial burden on households and businesses.
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| Panel aims to delay wage hike |
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The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) is preparing to submit a petition letter to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Friday, asking her to delay the plan to increase the daily minimum wage to 400 baht on Jan 1 next year as businesses are struggling to deal with the sluggish economy.
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| Headline inflation this year forecast between 0.2-0.8% |
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The Commerce Ministry predicts headline inflation for 2024 will be between 0.2% and 0.8%, with a midpoint of 0.5%.
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| Phuket unfazed by threats against Israelis |
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Israel's warning of a terrorist threat against Israeli citizens in the region should not impact Phuket, a popular destination for Israeli tourists, as safety and security measures have been tightened, according to the Phuket Tourist Association (PTA).
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| Calls grow for South Korean president to quit |
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SEOUL — South Korean lawmakers on Wednesday proposed impeaching President Yoon Suk Yeol for his sudden decision to declare martial law, which he rescinded after a chaotic standoff between parliament and the army that damaged the country’s standing.
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| Ex-minister seen in Chiang Mai after release from prison |
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CHIANG MAI - Former commerce minister Boonsong Teriyapirom has been seen in public for the first time since his release on parole on Monday, after serving more than seven years in prison for corruption linked to the Yingluck Shinawatra government’s rice pledging scheme.
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| Nvidia chief backs Thai ‘sovereign AI’ project |
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Thailand can become the “land of artificial intelligence” (AI), creating an economic impact and enhancing national competitiveness, says Jensen Huang, the founder and chief executive of Nvidia.
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| 1,000 arrests made in crackdown on proxies |
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More than 1,000 Thai and foreign nationals have been rounded up in a joint operation by police and commerce ministry authorities for the use of Thai nominees by foreign businesses over the past few weeks, authorities said on Wednesday.
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| AIS unveils new streaming package |
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Advanced Info Service (AIS) has launched its Play Ultimate package, combining top streaming platforms into one package for post-paid customers.
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| New taxes for EVs |
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The national committee in charge of promoting the electric-vehicle (EV) industry has approved a new car tax structure to support the production of hybrid vehicles as part of a plan to convert internal combustion engines to electric power.
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| Sacred Buddha tooth relic at Sanam Luang from today |
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The public is being invited to pay respects to the sacred relic of the Buddha's tooth that has been loaned by China and will be enshrined at Sanam Luang from Thursday till Feb 14, said government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub.
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| MONO threatens to sue over SET warning |
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Mono Next Plc (MONO) is considering legal action against the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), saying the bourse's announcement on Dec 3 about MONO's irregular trading caused unnecessary panic among investors and affected its share price.
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| Call for less investment in power plants |
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Energy advocates are asking the government to downgrade its forecast for electricity demand in the 2024 power development plan (PDP) and promote free electricity trade to reduce power bills, which impose a huge financial burden on households and businesses.
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| Panel aims to delay wage hike |
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The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) is preparing to submit a petition letter to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Friday, asking her to delay the plan to increase the daily minimum wage to 400 baht on Jan 1 next year as businesses are struggling to deal with the sluggish economy.
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| Buriram and Johor stay in hunt after fiery battle |
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Buriram United could only pick up a point following a goalless draw with Malaysia's Johor Darul Ta'zim in their AFC Champions League Elite tie at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium on Tuesday night.
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| Headline inflation this year forecast between 0.2-0.8% |
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The Commerce Ministry predicts headline inflation for 2024 will be between 0.2% and 0.8%, with a midpoint of 0.5%.
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| Phuket unfazed by threats against Israelis |
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Israel's warning of a terrorist threat against Israeli citizens in the region should not impact Phuket, a popular destination for Israeli tourists, as safety and security measures have been tightened, according to the Phuket Tourist Association (PTA).
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| Calls grow for South Korean president to quit |
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SEOUL — South Korean lawmakers on Wednesday proposed impeaching President Yoon Suk Yeol for his sudden decision to declare martial law, which he rescinded after a chaotic standoff between parliament and the army that damaged the country’s standing.
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