The Thai government has hailed the success of “Team Thailand” at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival , where Thai film and creative industry representatives generated more than 1.08 billion baht (over U...
The Thai government has hailed the success of “Team Thailand” at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival , where Thai film and creative industry representatives generated more than 1.08 billion baht (over U...
Boxer Phichit Suk confessed to deliberately losing a July 16 match at Rajdamnern Stadium after being paid 200,000 baht by a gambling figure to throw the fight. Promoters filed a police report and called for strict prosecution to protect Mua
Following the Petchyindee bout on July 16, 2026 at Rajdamnoen Stadium, an incident occurred in a significant match between Phichit Suk from Thammasat School Klongluan and Phleng Payak from the Payak Phu Luang camp. The fight ended in the fourth round when Phichit Suk was disqualified by the referee for unsportsmanlike conduct. Promoter Nattadej Wachirratanawong, known as Seiyaboat, spoke with the fighter backstage, and Phichit Suk admitted that he deliberately lost the match. He confessed to being hired by a gambling figure named Whaeng to throw the fight for a fee of 200,000 baht, of which he had received 30,000-40,000 baht initially. Seiyaboat stated that the boxer has already given a confession and his team has filed a police report at Nang Loeng Police Station to pursue legal action. He emphasized that boxers must maintain honor and integrity, and called on police to make this case an example by prosecuting those who corrupt the sport. Seiyaboat further appealed to authorities: "Muay Thai is already struggling; we cannot allow people who destroy the sport to go unpunished. Please make this case exemplary and ensure the person responsible faces jail time."
A Bangkok courier discovered 2.059 kilograms of methamphetamine hidden inside tamarind paste jars she was hired to ship to Japan, and reported the finding to police after unpacking the suspicious shipment on July 7.
Japan-bound courier finds, reports hidden meth haulLegacyPolice seized about 2.059 kilogrammes of methamphetamine concealed inside six tamarind paste jars after a shopping courier transporting goods from Thailand to Japan reported finding suspicious objects hidden inside one of the jars while preparing a shipment, police said yesterday, July 16. The 43 year old woman, who works as a courier transporting goods for 450 baht per kilogramme, told Bang Yi Khan police that she was contacted on July 3 by a Facebook account using the name “Chayamin Pai.” The account asked her to deliver a package from Thailand to Japan. The following day, July 4, the Facebook user arranged for a rider to deliver the parcel to her condominium in Bangkok Noi district, Bangkok. She returned to the condominium on July 6 to prepare for her trip to Japan. Photo via MGR Online On July 7, the shopping courier unpacked the shipment before placing it in her luggage. The parcel contained six 1.5 kilogramme jars of tamarind paste, along with instant noodles, sweets, jelly, dried coconut, snacks, seasonings, peanut butter and herbal inhalers. The total weight of the shipment was about 10 kilogrammes. While checking the contents, she noticed the tamarind paste jars were unusually heavy. After opening one, she found tamarind paste covering the top, but when she reached further inside, she discovered a clear plastic bag containing a white solid object. Suspecting something was wrong, she returned the bag to the jar, repacked all of the items in the cardboard box and placed it back beneath the condominium where it had originally been left. She then travelled to Japan as scheduled. Photo via MGR Online After returning to Thailand on July 11, she reported her discovery to Bang Yi Khan police on July 13, asking officers to inspect the package. Police inspected the parcel and found suspected Category 1 narcotics concealed beneath the tamarind paste in all six jars, with a combined weight of about 2.059 kilogrammes. A preliminary field test returned a positive result for methamphetamine. MGR Online reported that the seized evidence has been sent to the Office of Police Forensic Science for further analysis. Police are continuing to investigate the origin of the drugs and identify those responsible. The story Japan-bound courier finds, reports hidden meth haul as seen on Thaiger News.
Thailand's tourism ministry is proposing a B2.45 billion stimulus package featuring domestic travel co-payments, flight discounts and subsidies aimed at generating B56 billion in economic activity.
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Tourism and Sports is planning to propose three tourism stimulus projects worth B2.45 billion, aiming to generate B56bn in economic value through a domestic travel co-payment scheme, domestic flight discounts and international flight subsidies.
Artist Hub Thailand has launched a free platform connecting Thai artists, vendors, and event organizers, opening pre-registration for its beta phase in August–September 2026 with no fees or commissions.
Connecting vendors, organizers, and artists — invites Thai talent to join free during Beta. Under the motto “Local Talents. Global Stage.,” AHT opens pre-registration for its August–September 2026 beta, with free access, no set-up fees, no hidden costs, and no commission.
Thai authorities raided 33 companies in Chonburi Province on Thursday as part of a nationwide crackdown on foreign investors illegally using Thai nominees to own land and businesses, seizing assets worth 235 million baht.
A large-scale operation targeting a foreign nominee business network was launched at 6:30 a.m. on July 17, 2025 at Huai Yai Police Station in Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province. National Police Commander Pol. Gen. Nopsilp Poolsawasdi and Chonburi Governor Narit Niramaiwongse jointly oversaw the operation, which involved coordinated efforts from the Royal Thai Police special task force, Border Patrol Police, provincial administration, commerce, and land offices to examine companies and real estate projects suspected of using Thai nationals as nominee shareholders for foreign investors to evade Thai business and land ownership restrictions.
This operation marks the fourth phase of an ongoing nationwide investigation, following previous operations in Surat Thani (Koh Phangan), Phuket, Krabi, and Phang Nga. In the first three phases, authorities identified approximately 130 rai of land linked to nominee entities worth over 1.671 billion baht and executed more than 100 arrest warrants against both Thai and foreign suspects.
In Chonburi, authorities targeted 33 companies linked to 32 properties with suspected nominee ownership valued at approximately 235 million baht. The operation included 4 arrest warrants and 41 search warrants. One focus area was a residential development project in Pattaya under investigation for suspected foreign land ownership violations. Governor Narit emphasized that combating nominee companies and foreign land ownership is a key government priority requiring inter-agency cooperation, including deep investigation into shareholder structures and financial trails to close legal loopholes. Officers were deployed simultaneously to search target locations, gather evidence, examine shareholding structures and financial transactions, and verify land ownership rights, with any violations to be prosecuted under Thai law and land potentially subject to forfeiture or sale as prescribed by law.
Three dogs were electrocuted by a live power line in Samut Prakan province on July 16 after a sagging communication cable became energized during a rainstorm. An electrical technician said the cable had not been properly secured after being
A tragic incident unfolded in Wang Takian subdistrict, Samut Prakan province, on the evening of July 16, 2025, when three dogs were electrocuted by a live power line during a rainstorm. A white dog named Mongkhol began convulsing near a power pole, and two other dogs rushed to its aid but were all fatally shocked. Residents suspected electrical current was involved when they found a black communication cable wrapped around the pole, and they waited for utility workers to cut the power before removing the bodies.
The dog owners were devastated. Boonrut, 59, owned two red Thai dogs named Yut and Sri that she had kept for 5-6 years; she had fed them earlier that evening before letting them out to play. Thepee, 67, owned the white dog Mongkhol, a mixed breed that had been abandoned by its previous owner. She said the dog regularly played in the neighborhood at night and had only left the house that evening after receiving a phone call about the incident.
Thanapon Wanaswaddi, 36, an electrical technician with the Samut Prakan provincial power authority, explained that preliminary investigation found a live current leaking from a power line to a communication cable in the same bundle at the pole. The communication cable had sagged to the ground, and after workers cut the cable, they apparently did not reel it back up. When rain fell and the power line leaked current into the communication cable, the energized sagging cable electrocuted all three dogs. The power to that section has since been disconnected. The incident deeply shocked the owners and residents, and fortunately no people were nearby when it happened, or there could have been casualties.
Thailand's government upgraded the ThaiWater app to provide real-time water and weather data for disaster prevention, integrating information from 56 agencies across 13 ministries into a single interactive platform available free to the pub
The Thai government has upgraded its ThaiWater platform to provide real-time water data and prevent crises before they occur, integrating comprehensive information on rainfall, dam levels, high-risk areas, and air quality. Deputy Spokesperson Pattadarasmi Thongsalueykorn announced on July 17 that the government has shifted from reactive disaster management to proactive prevention by developing the new ThaiWater version, designed to serve users from the general public to experts. The platform currently connects data from 56 agencies under 13 ministries and one independent organization, ensuring that the country's water management operates on unified data standards and eliminates conflicting information during emergencies.
The new ThaiWater version features an interactive map that consolidates critical data on a single screen, including rainfall radar, precipitation levels, water levels, dam conditions, monitored areas, and PM2.5 readings. It also includes an improved alert system with advance warnings for specific locations, enabling residents and local officials to prepare for various scenarios. The platform is available free to the public through www.thaiwater.net and the ThaiWater mobile application on both iOS and Android devices.
Beyond the main ThaiWater platform, the government has integrated provincial water data centers covering all 76 provinces to help governors and local agencies analyze disaster risks based on local conditions. This reduces redundant command procedures and accelerates decision-making for evacuation and emergency assistance, with province-specific access available through URLs such as phrae.thaiwater.net, chiangrai.thaiwater.net, and nan.thaiwater.net.
SHANGHAI: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Shanghai today (July 17) during his visit to China, with Thai-Cambodian border security expected to be high on the agenda.
SHANGHAI: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Shanghai today (July 17) during his visit to China, with Thai-Cambodian border security expected to be high on the agenda.
Gold prices dropped 600 baht per baht-weight on July 17, with ornamental gold falling to 64,300 baht as global spot prices declined to $3,987 per ounce.
Gold prices fell sharply on July 17, 2025, according to the Thai Gold Traders Association. Ornamental gold (96.5%) dropped 600 baht per baht-weight to a selling price of 64,300 baht, down from the previous day's close on July 16. The association released the updated pricing at 9:01 a.m. Gold bars are trading at 63,300 baht per baht-weight for buying and 63,500 baht for selling, while ornamental gold (96.5%) trades at 62,034.72 baht for buying and 64,300 baht for selling. The global gold spot price stands at 3,987.00 U.S. dollars per ounce. Gold traders predict the market may rebound by 1,000 to 2,000 baht per baht-weight tomorrow, potentially reaching 80,000 baht.
A doctor called for mandatory evacuation training after a deadly Bangkok bar fire, warning that people must practice staying calm and following safety procedures before disaster strikes rather than relying on instinct in emergencies.
Following the fire at a Ladprao beer bar on July 12 that killed multiple people and left many injured, Dr. Srawit Suaboon, known as Mor Kaeng, shared crucial survival advice while appearing at the Finn Stars Market event at The Mall Lifestyle Store in Bangkapi. He emphasized that all victims deserve care and treatment, and called on authorities to strengthen safety protocols to prevent future disasters.
On survival techniques for mass casualty events, Mor Kaeng stressed the importance of staying calm: "In theory, everyone knows the first step is to keep your wits about you, but in reality, when faced with such an event, it's nearly impossible to stay mentally alert. We must train ourselves starting today, not wait for disaster to strike. We need practical training so our bodies become accustomed to maintaining composure." He advised that when encountering an emergency, people should first stay still and observe their surroundings, listen for guidance from those who understand the situation, and avoid panicking or pushing others. He noted that basic knowledge like wetting cloth to cover the nose and mouth and crouching low are essential but often forgotten in the chaos of the moment.
Regarding burn injuries, Mor Kaeng cautioned that serious burns, especially on the face and neck, require immediate medical attention and cannot be self-treated, as victims risk losing critical fluids and minerals. On prevention measures, he acknowledged his own limitations in knowing all regulations, and expressed skepticism that operators of large establishments like bars would be unaware of safety requirements. He implied that both business owners who violate safety standards and government agencies responsible for enforcement must be held accountable to prevent future tragedies.