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Today we'll be talking about visa crackdowns and QR-code rules causing concern in the Pattaya expat community, a deadly landslide hitting rain-soaked Chiang Mai, and a little later some Thai Hi-So drama among the family behind one of Thailand's most recognizable hotel brands.
Today we'll be talking about Phuket authorities cracking down on tourists driving without permits, a psychiatric patients' machete rampage, and a little later a fresh batch of farangs behaving badly.
Today we have some unsavory updates about the Thai/Cambodian tensions, a British couple's Thai retirement dream turns into a legal nightmare, and a little later we're on weather watch as Typhoon Kajiki intensifies as it approaches Thailand.
Today we'll be talking about Trump's tariffs disrupting Thailand's postal services to America, the immigration bureau revoking 10,000 visas in what they are describing as a ‘clean-up', and a little later a Brazilian man's rooftop antics lead to his arrest.
Today we'll be talking about yet another earthquake that rattled parts of Bangkok, a new Tax policy that may impact expats benefits, and a little later a massive planned expansion of Suvarnabhumi Airport aimed at doubling its capacity.
Today we'll be talking about the criminal charges being levied against the reckless British driver whose driving ended in tragedy for a mother of two, an update on Pheu Thai leadership as rumors swirl, and a little later we'll dive into the ongoing problem of cross boarder crime in the form of both call centers and a new smuggling phenomenon: Durian Meth.
Today we'll be talking about a free domestic flight program for tens of thousands of incoming international tourists, new banking regulations aiming to protects youths and olds from scams, and a little later some updates on Thai soft power in the form of Aliens and street food.
Today we'll be talking about incredibly overpriced food from one of Bangkok's most famous street-food vendors, foreigners causing violence and tragedy in Pattaya and Phuket, and a little later three feel good stories involving crypto, green developments, and adorable soi dogs.
Today we'll be talking about the nationwide crackdown that saw over 1000 cannabis shops shuttered, visa overhauls that may impact Thailand's attractiveness to retirees, and a little later a macabre case of a senator allegedly robbing a corpse.
Today we'll be talking about the downturn in Thai tourism caused by a peculiarly strong Baht as well as safety concerns among Chinese tourists, later we'll explore how the Tourism Authority of Thailand is taking steps to rebound visitor numbers, plus Bangkok has just been crowned the best city in the world for Gen Z.
Today we'll be talking about landmine issues and viral fake news between Thailand and Cambodia, the defrocking of several monks on meth after temple drug tests, and a little later an update on Pheu Thai's political strategy among Paetongtarn Shinawatra's suspension
Today we'll be talking about a Bangkok gallery censoring an exhibition under pressure from Beijing, corruption allegations swirling around Thailand's submarine deal with China, and a little later, an armed Chinese man who surrendered after a tense standoff in a Pattaya store.
Today we'll be talking about the 13-point peace plan agreed to by Thailand and Cambodia, a mental health crisis affecting Thailand's middle aged population, and a little later a police bust of a foreign-run sex streaming show at a Pattaya villa.
Today we'll be talking about Thailand being ranked the #1 country worldwide in terms of marital infidelity, in a possibly related incident a bar brawl between a Brit and a Yank involving jealousy over a bar girl, and of course we'll also have some updates on the ongoing Thai-Cambodian peace talks.
Today we'll be talking about disputed claims regarding assassination attempts and espionage accusations between Thailand and Cambodia, the game of poker being officially recognized as a sport in the kingdom, and a little later Thailand's plans for tax-free repatriation of foreign income to boos the economy.
Today we've got North Korea weighing in on the ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia, a drunken foreign couple's baht bus antics going viral in Pattaya, and a little later a message of support for the Thai people from Leicester City FC.
Today we'll be talking about the ongoing cyber battle between Thailand and Cambodia in the wake of the ceasefire, a Nigerian man leading police on a cocaine fueled high speed chase, and a little later a British expats hunt for the perfect Sunday roast goes viral.
Today we'll be talking about PM Paetongtarn getting a final lifeline in her leaked tape scandal, gang violence shattering a Phuket festival with weapons and meth arrests, and a little later, a Thai singer accusing a retired police officer of a gun threat over a parking dispute.
Today we'll be talking about the new 7-point plan to maintain the ceasefire that's been agreed to by Thai and Cambodian military leaders, yet another deadly mass shooting this time taking place in southern Thailand, and a little later we'll try to end on a higher note with some feel-good stories involving Thai heartthrobs and friendly farangs.
Today we'll be talking about Six Dead in Bangkok Market Shooting Sparked by Personal and Financial Struggles, 2. Ceasefire Reached Between Thailand and Cambodia—But Tensions Flare Hours Later, Chiang Rai Declares Red Alert Amid Severe Flooding and Saudi Tourist Found Dead Near Phuket Beach; Jet-Ski Operator Still Missing
Today we'll be talking about the deadly artillery onslaught by Cambodian forces on Thai civilian targets, other pettier conflicts erupting between the two countries, and a little later a fresh batch of farangs behaving badly.
Today we'll be talking about the British embassy warning their citizens of the risks involved traveling to China, Thailand downgrading diplomatic ties with Cambodia following a recent landmine blast at the border, and a little later two farangs caught on a robbery spree in Krabi.
Today we'll be talking about landmines being laid along the Thai/Cambodian border, the death toll rising amid the tropical storm ravaging Phuket, and a little later Trump-shaped ecstasy pills hitting the market in Bangkok.
Today we'll be talking about the tropical storm ravaging Southeast Asia and heading to Thailand, Phuket declaring war on sex tourism, and a little later immigration unveiling fast track entry for families and students.
Today we'll be talking about the fear of market consolidation in the wake of new cannabis regulations, in separate incidents Indian tourists robbing a transgender person and calling the cops over a bar girls smaller than expected cup size, and a little later Bangkok and Thailand in general seeing a surge in tourism that should help boost a sluggish economy.
Today we'll be talking about an American tourist attempting to smuggle substances in Phuket, a British tourist taking a beating for a disputed karaoke bill, and a little later we'll talk about how Thailand is tapping crypto to attract digital-savvy tourists.
Today we'll be talking about an outrageous incident involving a foreign resident burying a dog a live, a disabled tourist robbed by a trio in a Pattaya hotel room, and a little later a topless Thai trans woman busted for a beach stunt in Sri Lanka.
Today we'll be talking about a scuffle between Thai and Cambodian troops at a tourist trap along the border, a British tourist offering cannabis instead of cash for services rendered, and a little later monks defrocked in a sex scandal rocking the Buddhist clergy.
Today we'll be talking about a naked American man pulled from a drainpipe in Bangkok, an ex-U.S. soldier arrested in Pattaya after a violent episode at a bar, and a little later online consumer protections and Sukhumvit Road safety improvements.
Today we'll be talking about public scrutiny over Trump's tariffs on Thailand, a brawl erupting amongst Korean tourists in Pattaya, and a little later Vietnam's birthrate decline and aging population crisis.
Today we'll be talking about a Thai activist calling for a ban on sex for those under 22-years old for reasons we'll discuss soon, a Chinese cross-dresser secretly filming and distributing illicit videos with over 1600 men, and a little later it's everybody's favorite pigmy hippo's birthday - wonder who that could be…
Today we'll be talking about the Trump tariffs getting slapped on several southeast asian countries, a civil rights lawyer facing a nearly 30-year sentence for royal defamation, and a little later the literal end of monkey business in Thailand.
Today we'll be talking the economic impact of the cannabis law changes, the proposed casino bill getting axed, and a little later a viral video of a family of seven on a motorbike causing concern in Phuket.
Today we'll give you an update on Thailand's Casino Bill Nears Collapse Amid Growing Backlash, British Man Jailed 21 Years for Child Trafficking in Pattaya and Sri Lankan Man Caught Smuggling Snakes in Underwear at Bangkok Airport
Today we'll be talking about the new requirements for cannabis dispensaries to become health clinics, a Russian MMA fighter's electrifying - literally - victory, and a little later a bizarre incident involving a naked motorbike driver and his sex toys.
Today we'll give you an update on the British cannabis smuggler trapped in Georgia, a scandalous story involving a Thai woman and her multiple monastic lovers, and a little later foreigners getting wrapped up in Thailand's lottery frenzy.
Today we'll be talking about the suspension of Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, a Welshman waking from a coma after a brutal assault, and a little later new prescription forms for medical marijuana being introduced.
Today we'll be talking about outrage in Thailand over alleged coup rhetoric at a recent rally, an Australian tourist causing a rampage in Pattaya, and a little later, a Thai mother's desperate plea for police to arrest her drug-addicted son.
Today we'll be talking about Mass Protest in Bangkok Demands PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra's Resignation Over Leaked Call, Thailand Postpones Tougher Cannabis Rules Amid Public Pushback and Russian Journalist Robbed in Pattaya Hotel; Escapes with 2 Million Baht Loss
Today we'll be talking about heavy police presence expected for a major Bangkok protest, cannabis advocates planning a mass protest over recriminalisation, and a little later, Thailand and Cambodia easing border rules amidst political tensions.
Today we'll be talking about Thailand's new cannabis clampdown threatening the green boom, a Finnish murder and drug suspect captured in Hua Hin, and a little later, Thai-Cambodia border closures pushing visa runners towards Laos.
Today we'll be talking about Thailand's plans to restrict cannabis to medical use only, Cambodia criticizing Thailand for allegedly copying Angkor Wat in temple design, and a little later a Taiwanese woman detained in China after testing positive for cannabis use.
Today we'll be talking about over 150,000 protesters set to rally against the Thai PM, the Prime Minister facing possible suspension as legal pressure mounts, and a little later, why the majority of Thais reject casino-linked entertainment complexes.
Today we'll be talking about PM Resists Resignation, New Driving Test Rule and Huge Scam Arrest
Today we'll be talking about Thailand's opposition demanding new elections, a major coalition crisis after Bhumjaithai's exit, and a little later, Phuket's plans for new cannabis zones.
Today we'll be talking about ongoing efforts to crack down on foreign drug networks in Pattaya, a major Thai citizen evacuation amidst the Israel-Iran crisis, and a little later, the leaked phone call fueling diplomatic strain between Thailand and Cambodia.
Today we'll be talking about increased scrutiny and enforcement on illegal foreign workers, a shift towards higher quality tourists in lieu of quantity, and a little later Cambodia and Thailand trading economic barbs in their ongoing territory dispute.
Today we'll be talking about the results of the Cambodian/Thai border talks, a bomb threat diverting a flight in Phuket, and an escalator malfunction at Survanabumi Airport.
Today the news is all about sniffing in all the wrong ways. We're talking about a serial panty sniffer in Udon Thani, Bangkok port seizing 736,000 kgs of hazardous red dust, and a little later Phuket's waste odor crises worsening in rainy season.
Today we'll be talking about a presumed dead man mysteriously reviving in Nonthaburi, in Phuket, a car that was a rockin' and authorities came a knockin', and a little later an Indonesian romantic scam ring targeting Americans busted by police.
Today we'll be talking about Russian teens and Thai rappers brawling on Walking Street, MK restaurants buffet promo causing chaos, and a little later Cambodian hackers defacing Thai government websites over border tensions.
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