PHUKET: A Russian man has been arrested for working as an unlicensed tour guide after being observed leading a group of 10 foreign tourists at two popular Phuket attractions.
PHUKET: A Russian man has been arrested for working as an unlicensed tour guide after being observed leading a group of 10 foreign tourists at two popular Phuket attractions.
MedPark Hospital doctors at Sustainability Expo 2026 warned that high-intensity competitions like HYROX pose serious cardiac and injury risks, urging health screening before
A new ranking reveals Thailand's top 10 most popular fortune tellers and astrologers since 2000, led by Mor Kritsorn Confirm with nearly 8 million combined social media followers and an international award. The list highlights how fortune-telling media evolved from live satellite TV call-in shows to short-form video stars, with Mor Lakorn Fanthong taking second place for his signature catchphrase and distinctive prediction style.
Thailand will host the WSSA 2026 Asian Sport Stacking Championships in Chonburi, welcoming competitors from 11 nations. The opening press conference took place on November 5, 2026, with provincial officials and international federation leaders in attendance. The event aims to boost Chonburi's tourism profile and provide Thai athletes a home-field opportunity to qualify for global competition.
The Central Investigation Bureau has cleared and cleaned its holding cells to accommodate two high-profile suspects, Buem Panadda and Got, who face overnight interrogation before a court appearance tomorrow. Earlier today, 28 detainees from gambling and human trafficking cases were transferred to court, emptying the facility. Relatives may visit during three designated daily time slots.
Immigration police arrested two foreign nationals at a Bangkok visa office who were both wanted for fraud in their home countries. A Chinese man was sought for a multi-million baht scam in China, while an Indian man was wanted by Pattaya police for a romance scam that defrauded Thai women of about 5 million baht. Both had their visa extensions denied and were handed over to authorities.
COCOLOVE coconut water and Bangkok University held the second annual Viral Ads Contest 2026, challenging students to create viral marketing clips for the brand. Over 400 teams competed across animation, short drama, and entertainment categories for prizes exceeding 100,000 baht. The contest aims to bridge classroom learning with real-world content creation and marketing experience.
CP Group Senior Chairman Thinin Jiaravanon told THE STANDARD ECONOMIC FORUM 2026 that Thailand's economic growth hinges on developing an AI-ready workforce, securing energy for new industries, and systematic water management to unlock agricultural potential. He stressed continuous learning, robotics investment, and efficiency gains to deliver quality products at affordable prices.
The Thai National Shippers Council warns that severe congestion at Suvarnabhumi Airport's cargo warehouse is disrupting supply chains, halting factory production, and jeopardizing fourth-quarter exports. The council has issued urgent recommendations to THAI Cargo, Airports of Thailand, and government agencies, demanding improved tracking systems, temporary storage space, and increased customs staffing to clear the backlog.
Villagers in Kabin Buri, Prachinburi, accuse businessman Got Athip, husband of celebrity Boom Panadda, of illegally seizing a 4-rai public pond built with state funds. He allegedly fenced it off, destroyed drainage pipes, and caused severe flooding that destroyed crops. Despite complaints filed since 2022 to local authorities and the Ombudsman, no action was taken until the new district chief pledged an urgent investigation.
CP Axtra reported Q3 2026 revenue of 130.4 billion baht with normal net profit of 2.01 billion baht, driven by wholesale growth, 26% online sales increase, and Malaysia expansion. One-time strategic expenses impacted current profit but are expected to boost results from Q4 onward. The company also acquired Malaysia's premium supermarket chain The Food Purveyor and was named Thailand's top grocery e-commerce player.
