Tourism

TAT Targets 11 Million Long-Haul Tourists by 2027

BANGKOK: Thailand is targeting 11 million long-haul tourists in 2027, generating an estimated B730 billion in revenue, as the tourism industry contends with Middle East conflict, rising oil prices and increasing competition from other destinations.

National

Pancake Khemanit Comments on Boom Pannada Charity Controversy

Thai actress Pancake Khemanit addressed the controversy surrounding Boom Pannada's charitable foundation at a series launch event, confirming their long history of charity collaboration while expressing continued personal respect for Boom as an older sister figure. Pancake said she has not yet contacted Boom directly but hopes the situation resolves positively, emphasizing she relies on family support to navigate difficult times in her career.

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Regional

Giant Rodent Fossil Named for Princess Found in Krabi

A 35-million-year-old giant rodent fossil discovered in Krabi's Bang Mark lignite mine has been named Yakamys sirindhornae with royal permission honoring Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. The find, published in Scientific Reports, represents the largest known Paleogene rodent and pushes back the timeline for giant rodent evolution by 15–20 million years. The research involved collaboration between Thai, French, and Canadian scientists.

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Police

Police Near Completion of Celebrity Charity Foundation Fraud Probe

Thailand's Economic Crime Suppression Division is nearing completion of its investigation into the "Do Good" Foundation chaired by celebrity Panadda "Bum" Wongphudee. Police have traced donation flows, finding funds were diverted from stated charitable purposes, and reject Panadda's defense that she was unaware or deceived by her husband. As foundation chair, she held legal responsibility for financial oversight and certified reports to tax authorities. Investigators are also examining payments to construction contractors in Phuket and Pathum Thani to determine possible accomplice liability.

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Police

Myanmar Men Arrested for Thalang Roadside Attack

PHUKET: Two Myanmar men hiding in roadside grass attacked a woman riding her motorcycle to work in Thalang last week, with one suspect initially admitting he intended to rob and rape her, police say.

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Regional

Couple Filmed in Lewd Act at Buriram Dam

A couple was filmed engaging in sexual activity in the water at Lam Nang Rong Dam in Buriram Province, sparking widespread online outrage. Local authorities inspected the site on November 4 and found the incident occurred in a deep-water zone outside the designated swimming area, with neither person wearing a life jacket. Officials are working to identify the couple for potential legal action and plan to increase security measures at the popular tourist destination.

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