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Thailand’s 80-Billion-Baht “Gambling Kickback” Economy Exposed: A Shadow Power Network

As Thailand’s government urgently seeks new revenue streams to stabilize its budget, one of the country’s largest untaxed economies continues to operate in the shadows: the illegal gambling kickback system,…

Police to Charge ‘Drift King of Phu Thab Boek’ After Viral BMW Stunt

Police to Charge ‘Drift King of Phu Thab Boek’ After Viral BMW Stunt PHETCHABUN, Thailand — Authorities are moving to press charges against a suspected foreign national after a viral…

Over the Rainbow Rooftop Party at Mimi’s BKK

Free Entry | Sunset Vibes | Drag Spectacle | Rooftop Revelry Bangkok’s nightlife calendar just got a whole lot brighter with the highly anticipated return of the Over the Rainbow…

Small Aircraft Crashes into Sea Near Hua Hin Airport

A small plane crashed into the sea near Hua Hin airport on Friday, leaving an unknown number of passengers injured. The 191 Emergency Centre in Phetchaburi reported the incident at…

Million-Dollar Ferrari Erupts in Flames After High-Speed Crash in Bangkok

Million-Dollar Ferrari Erupts in Flames After High-Speed Crash in Bangkok BANGKOK — A fiery three-car collision in the early hours of April 23 destroyed a $1 million Ferrari F8 Tributo…

Thailand Faces Decline in Chinese Tourists Amid Fierce Regional Competition

Thailand Faces Decline in Chinese Tourists Amid Fierce Regional Competition Key Statistics (Q1 2025): Challenges Identified: Strategic Response from Thailand: Tourism Forecast for 2025: Industry Voices & Solutions:

Two Major Fires Rock Thailand Overnight: Phanom Sarakham Market and Dara Dhevi Hotel

Two Major Fires Rock Thailand Overnight: Phanom Sarakham Market and Dara Dhevi Hotel Phanom Sarakham Market Fire – Chachoengsao Province A local witness, 36-year-old Veerachai Chaipong, said the fire started…

Thai Professor Denies Involvement in Nude Image, Blames AI Deepfake

Thai Professor Denies Involvement in Nude Image, Blames AI Deepfake SONGKHLA — A Thai university professor from a well-known institution in Songkhla has resigned following the circulation of a nude…

Thailand Cracks Down on Vaping with Tougher Legal Action

Thailand Cracks Down on Vaping with Tougher Legal Action BANGKOK — The Thai government has escalated its crackdown on e-cigarettes, warning that not only smugglers and distributors but also users…

Thailand Bans Underwater Photography by Diving Trainees and Instructors

Thailand Bans Underwater Photography by Diving Trainees and Instructors BANGKOK — In a significant move to protect fragile marine ecosystems, Thailand’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has issued a…