Good Morning Thailand

Today we'll be talking about a deadly crash during a Royal Thai Air Force training mission, a British Tourist hurt in an illegal paragliding mishap, and a little later a Danish-Arab Influencer's videos mocking Thai culture have gone viral. Sounds like bad news but don't worry I've got some feel good stuff at the end of the show brought to you by the inimitable LaLisa.

Today we'll be talking about the dangerous level of pollution in Bangkok as the city pushes for more work-from-home measures, Thai political parties riding nationalist currents amid rising border tensions, and a little later, a Thai fugitive being extradited to the US for murder charges after nearly 30 years on the run.

Today we'll be talking about some shocking shooting incidents stemming from domestic disputes, a Bangkok Cat Cafe facing an abuse probe after viral footage emerges, and a little later hide your panties, hide your drawers because there is an underwear thief on the loose.

Today we'll be talking about new screening policies being rolled out at entry points in the case of a new viral threat, a drug bust in Koh Phangan over Labubu-shaped narcotics, and a little later a massive protest by delivery riders over the handling of an assault incident.

Today we'll be talking about rail services resuming following the deadly train collapse from a couple of weeks ago, a harrowing tale of a Finnish child being rescued from torment in Sa Kaeo, and a little later the World Cup has made it's way to Thailand for an event at Icon Siam.

Today we'll be talking about a violent clash between Thai's and Taiwanese at a Chiang Rai landmark, serious allegations against a police officer involving a minor, and a shocking attack on a homeless man, but don't worry, feel good news is on the way at the end to send you off into your weekend.

Today we'll be talking about a Thai family left stranded in China after a major travel scam, a final destination moment involving a steel bars falling off a truck and smashing vehicles behind it, and a little later bizarre cases involving ladyboy permission slips and alien species marriage proposals.

In today's news, Thailand's tourism boom with dozens of new hotels planned, a missing Scottish visitor in Bangkok, an arrest in a Hua Hin hotel murder, sexual assault allegations rocking the nightlife scene, a major women's FIFA event coming to Thailand, and a crocodile caught near homes. Thats all coming up on Good Morning Thailand.

Today we'll be talking about a shocking knife-wielding incident that occurred on a crowded Sukhumvit road over the weekend, a controversial ruling over the death of a Thai man in America and the teen responsible for it, and a little later, believe or not despite some of these sensational headlines, crime in Bangkok has seen a significant drop over the past year.

Today we'll be talking about the two crane collapses in as many days and the company behind these disasters, plus, leading Thai political parties are vowing to reclassify cannabis in an effort to make the plant medical use only, and later on we'll talk about the pea soup pollution that is currently plaguing the country. Don't worry though, still some feel good news at the end to send you off into your weekend.

Today we'll be giving you an update on the horrifying crane collapse that claimed dozens of lives yesterday, the United States is officially halting visa processing for Thai applicants in less than a week, and a little later we'll try to brighten your day with news about tourism numbers, exotic wildlife, and Thailand's thriving night markets.

Today we'll be talking about some viral incidents on Thai Trains and hotel balconies, French and Russian crime figures being tracked down and arrested, and a little later Thailand is mulling age limits for social media users.

Today we'll be talking about the failure of Thailand's THEOS-2A satellite launch following a rocket malfunction in India, a historic skydiving record involving the Thai flag in Antarctica, and a little later, a British man arrested in Phuket after a lewd stunt on a traffic island while under the influence of yaba.

Today we'll be talking about a string of arson attacks at 11 petrol stations in the south of Thailand, Elon Musk's Grok being blocked in multiple countries over sexually explicit deepfake concerns, and a little later serious issues warning to tourists over rabid monkey attacks.

Today we'll be talking about flu mutations spiking thailand cases, a whole gaggle of foreigners behaving badly, and in feel-good Friday news we have Thai students winning the top prize in a snow sculpting contest in China.

Today we'll be talking about Thailand's regional neighbors set to outpace them economically in 2026, Phuket Taxi drivers threatening a strike over ride-hail app competition, did Colonel Sanders assault a Thai woman? A peculiar police interaction has gone viral.

Today we'll be talking about some updates in the long running Red Bull heir scandal, a Belgian tourist complaining of withheld care following a motorbike crash and unpaid bills, and a little later a peculiar case of an allegedly haunted hotel room.

Today we'll be talking about new rules for screening sobriety by alcohol sellers, Mass traffic violations recorded over the New Year holiday, and a little later the Immigration Bureau denies claims of long airport queues.

Today we'll be talking about Thailand and Cambodia's latest rounds of peace talks and nearly immediate violations, the People's Party's latest hopefuls found in familiar faces, one last round of whacky stories from around the Kingdom to send you off into your New Year's Celebration as well as a look back on some of the crazier stories we've experienced this year.

Today we'll be talking about how the current political climate is affecting holiday tourism revenue, new warning of rising air pollution over the new year, and a little later a proposal to get rid of 500 and 1000 baht bank notes from circulation.

Well it's Boxing Day so you know what that means - plenty of tourist brawls to cover! Plus a couple of high profile drug cases involving celebrities and foreign authorities, and a little later a hair-raising - or lack thereof- scam that saw a man lose over 20,000 baht.

Today we'll be talking about new initiatives to combat the homeless…ness problem in Bangkok, a slap in Patong causing more drama than a Christmas dinner, and a little later we'll give you some tips on where to plan your new years celebrations.

Today we'll be talking about a drone incident causing security concerns at Suvarnabhumi Airport, a couple of primate rescue missions with happy endings - the fairy tale kind, not the massage kind, and a little later we'll give you a guide on some ways to celebrate Christmas right here in Bangkok.

Today we'll be talking about renewed efforts at peace talks between Thailand and Cambodia, new rules coming into force in early 2026 for cannabis clinical license compliance, and a little later renewed calls for reforming sex toy laws in Thailand.

Today we'll be talking about new rules prohibiting alcohol sales to already intoxicated customers, regional earthquake activity rattling Southeast Asia, and a little later foreigners behaving badly in sexual encounters and food eating contests, PLUS exactly where does Bangkok lie on the world's most visited travel destinations.

Today we'll be talking about a deadly bridge collapse, ASEAN observers heading to the Thai-Cambodian border, and a little later we'll make sure to send you off with some feel Good Friday news before you get to your weekend.

Today we'll be talking about Thailand's ambitious plan to target 10 million long-haul tourists in 2025, the Malaysian Pencak Silat team accused of assaulting referees after a SEA Games dispute, and a little later, Cambodia ramping up diplomatic lobbying over its long-standing border dispute with Thailand.

Today we'll be talking about authorities cracking down on borderland scam hubs, foreigners getting in trouble for graffiti and pee pee, a little later controversy over a cheating scandal at the Southeast Asian Games.

Today we'll be talking about tightening visa-free entry checks amid mercenary concerns, the baht's rally to a four year high and the concerns that's brining to the central bank, and of course we'll have some foreigners behaving badly along with some bizarre animal incidents across the country.ß

Today we'll be talking about Thailand's plans to put pressure on Cambodia's supply lines, punishments being passed down after a violent tourist altercation in Pattaya, and a little later familiar family names are throwing their hats in the ring for the upcoming Thai elections.

Today we'll be talking about the dissolution of Parliament that will be leading to a new round of elections, Two Indian brothers finally caught in Phuket after fleeing responsibility for a deadly nightclub blaze in Goa, and a little later the Thai tourism industry is pushing for clearer guidelines on new immigration enforcement.

Today we'll be talking about how the Thai/Cambodia tensions are affecting the South East Asian Games, a whopping SIX stories of foreigners behaving badly across the country, and finally could the Kingdom of Thailand become the Magic Kingdom of Thailand? Disney fans prepare for some interesting news.

Today we'll be talking about pressure from the White House for Thailand and Cambodia to honor their cease-fire deal, The kicking off of the Southeast Asian Games, and a little later some dangerous behaviors behind the wheel.

Today we'll be talking about the escalation of hostilities between Thailand and Cambodia, a tourist getting turned away at Don Mueang for failing to provide evidence of funds, and a little later we'll give you a preview of some magical experiences in the form of theme parks and music festivals.

Today we'll be talking about some significant changes coming to the way travelers fly in Thailand, murder and intrigues as cyanide was found after a toxicology report of a deceased Channel 8 reporter, and a little later an outrageous case of a Norwegian man going full GTA in Bangkok.

Today we'll be talking about the official start of the new, loosened alcohol sales rules, Gambling, Drugs, and defamation on deck for our misbehaving foreigners of the day, and a little later a heartwarming tale of a man going from rags to riches.

Today we'll be talking about government relief efforts for flood struck areas, strange incidents involving toilet trucks and paragliders, and a little later we'll preview some of the fun events coming this holiday season.

Today we'll be talking about the ever-worsening air quality of Bangkok as smog season begins, a foreign woman and Hat Yai residents caught stealing strange things, and a little later a bizarre case of an alleged squatter and her conspiracy claims against the homeowner.

Today we'll be talking about the devastating floods in the south of Thailand as well as the relief efforts that are underway, updates to mobile banking in early 2026, and a little later airline travel to Thailand is surging, but can our airports keep up with the traffic?

Today, Jay covers major stories from across the country, including severe flooding in the South, cooler weather brought by Typhoon Koto, and Bangkok's unveiling of a proposed F1 street circuit.

Today, we covered stories including a viral video showing Thai men risking their lives on wires during severe flooding in Hat Yai, an Instagram ‘Hi‑So' conman accused of raping at least four women in Bangkok, a Google Maps location that led police to an online gambling network suspect, a livestream that sparked a fight between South Korean and Chinese men in Pattaya, and, later, the arrest of six Vietnamese nationals at an illegal and unhygienic ice cream factory.

Today we'll be talking about new banking regulations set to flag suspicious activity, a curiously macabre case of a woman awaking at her own funeral, and a little later dozens of airlines are competing for  flight slots in Thailand as travel interest seemingly surges.

Today we'll be talking about protests breaking out over the weekend against foreign leaders influencing Thai domestic politics, the tightening of visa controls to stem the abuse of so-called border runners, and a little later we'll give you the final results of this years very controversial Miss Universe contest.

Today we'll be talking about some shake-ups at the highest levels of Thai politics, foreign DJ's and bloggers getting into some hot water, and a little later we'll find out where Thailand ranks among the world's top food destinations.

Today we'll be talking about a police rescue of a boy from an Ayutthaya bridge, a shocking incident involving Miss Universe Jamaica during competition in Thailand, and a little later a quirky hitchhiking incident involving a British TikToker going viral.

Today we'll be talking about a tragic incident of a Thai woman's forced labor in a Cambodian scam center, an American tourist warning the world have a henna face tattoo goes awry in Bangkok, a Thai influencer facing backlash after a perceived disrespectful video filmed near Mount Fuji.

Today we'll be talking about a continuation of the war of words between Thailand and Cambodia at the UN, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra being ordered to bay billions in back taxes, and a little later we'll look into a cross-dressing robbery and naked motorbike antics.

Today we're going to hopefully figure out what the hell is going on with the alcohol law changes, we'll take a look at the newly announced tax on low-cost imports to protect local SMEs, and as usual you guys can look forward to some foreigners behaving badly as well as some feel good news.

Today we'll be talking about Thailand tightening visa rules to curb abuse by repeat visitors, a German tourist losing 140,000 baht in a high-pressure scam in Pattaya, and a little later, a late-night earthquake rattling the island of Koh Samui.

Today we'll be talking about a horrific trafficking case involving a Thai woman in Tokyo, sever flooding hitting several provinces across Thailand, but don't worry we're going to end with some uplifting news from Bangkok's housing market to Phuket's tourism industry.

Today we'll be giving you some clarity on Thailand's alcohol sales ban laws, some advice on how to avoid getting scammed when applying for your Thailand Digital Arrival Card, and a little later Thailand crypto-bro's rejoice as Binance launches new plans to convert digital currencies into Thai baht.