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Complex Regulations vs. Safety: Time to Balance and Elevate Thailand's Ride-Hailing System
Thailand is tightening ride-hailing regulations to boost safety, but faces a major implementation gap: only 2,000 vehicles have registered since January despite 39,000 driver applications, while systemic barriers like insurance costs and li
Chompoo Araya Prepares for Cannes 2026 – Guarantees Durian Must Be Eaten at the Orchard, Reveals Why She Still Carries Abigail
Thai actress Chompoo Araya is preparing for Cannes 2026 with her looks nearly complete, insisting that durian must be eaten fresh from Chanthaburi orchards rather than transported. She's so dedicated to the fruit that she eliminates carbs e
Virtual banks allotted more time
The Bank of Thailand extended deadlines for virtual bank licence applicants struggling to meet pre-licensing requirements, accommodating delays in the approval process.
Phuket readies for Red Cross mobile eye surgery clinic
The Thai Red Cross will bring free eye surgeries to vulnerable residents across Phuket through a mobile clinic launching later this month.
CCTV Reveals New Angle in Sticky Rice Tragedy: Vendor's Stabbing Death Found to Be Self-Defense
CCTV footage from a fatal stabbing at a Chiang Mai intersection reveals the sticky rice vendor acted in self-defense after being attacked by the deceased and his grandmother, who initiated the assault with a chair and physical violence.
Fortune Teller Issues Dire Disaster Warning, Alerts Public to Danger Signs This Month and Economic Hardship Ahead
A fortune teller warned of economic decline through next month, potential floods and epidemics starting May, and advised people in central Thailand to prepare for water and fire hazards amid deteriorating infrastructure.
Tragic: Deranged Son Attacks Father Over Money, Father Dies in Home Struggle
A 74-year-old man in Phatthalung Province died after a violent struggle with his 44-year-old son over 90,000 baht; the son, with a history of drug addiction, fled before police arrived.
Monster Truck Brakes Fail During Show, Crashes Into Barrier and Spectators; 3 Dead, Multiple Injured
A monster truck's brake failure during an exhibition in Popayán, Colombia on May 2nd caused it to crash into spectators, killing three people including a 10-year-old girl and injuring 38 others.
Biu Khing Shocked by JJ and Ta Neng Downgrading Status, Respects Their Decision and Sends Encouragement
Thai actor Biu Khing expressed shock upon learning that couple JJ Gritchnapon and Ta Neng Kanyavee ended their 10-year relationship, but respected their decision and sent them encouragement as former company colleagues.
Manchester City Narrowly Avoids Defeat Against Toffees in Thrilling Draw, But Trails Arsenal by Five Points
Manchester City fought back from 3-1 down to draw 3-3 with Everton, with Jeremy Doku scoring in stoppage time, but the Premier League title contenders remain five points behind Arsenal.
Boat Capsizes in Storm: Man's Last Cry of 'I Can't Take It Anymore' Before Drowning in Front of Would-Be Rescuers
A man drowned in Mae Klong Bay near Samut Songkhram on May 4th after his boat capsized in a storm, with would-be rescuers unable to reach him as strong currents swept him under despite immediate rescue attempts.
Rude Foreign Tourists Spark Outrage in Phuket After Dine-and-Dash Incident Involving Spitting, Snot Gesture, and Middle Finger
A foreign couple sparked outrage across Thailand after allegedly skipping payment at a Patong food stall and returning to harass the vendor with offensive gestures in a viral video.