Good Morning Thailand

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.

Today we're going to talk about some unfortunate updates regarding Thailand and Cambodia, Phuket cracking down on illegal taxi drivers, and a little later a foreign influencer's cash hunting game is causing controversy.

Today we'll be talking about tightening alcohol rules with new fines that target drinkers, a Russian man arrested for promoting online drug sales using QR stickers, and a little later Thailand's currency is getting a makeover with new polymer notes set for circulation.

In Thailand video news, Jay covers news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. The stories include a powerful typhoon edges closer to Thailand as the country braces for potential floods, while another deadly storm leaves devastation across the Philippines before hitting Vietnam. Bangkok clears nearly 400,000 krathongs after a calmer Loy Krathong night, the government prepares to tax all imported online goods, and police crack down on two dramatic local incidents — one involving a wheel-lock escape attempt in Pattaya, and another gun-pulled neighbour dispute in Chon Buri over a wandering cat.

Today we'll be talking about a bit of chaos ensuing as Miss Universe 2025 begins to unfold here in Thailand, Multiple Thai women implicated in a Nigerian-tied romance scam ring, and a little later Thailand and the UK celebrate 170 years of diplomatic ties in a temple ceremony.

Today we'll be talking about property waste in Thailand as over 1 million homes lie empty, Bangkok setting stricter diesel smoke limits, and a little later Bangkok dominates the world's best hotels list with several placed in the top ten.

Today we'll be talking about a resurgence in Chinese tourism to the land of smiles heading into high season, Ex-Prince Andrew's scandalous escapades in Thailand coming to light, and a little later a massive drug-fueled sex party in Bangkok gets raided by the police.

Today we'll be talking about a crackdown on drug dealers in Pattaya, a brawl erupting between trans women over a bar host man, and a little later we'll give you a guide on what to do this Halloween weekend.

Today we'll be talking about the conditions set by the Thai army to release Cambodian soldiers, a new direct flight from London to Bangkok aiming to boost UK tourism numbers, and a little later we'll talk about a whole bunch of Thai horror flicks to give you some chills this Halloween weekend.

Today we'll be talking about explicit search results popping up on Thai Facebook, flight chaos hitting Southeast Asia as 27 services have been cancelled, and a little later a heartwarming story of police doing right by an elderly scam victim.

Today we'll be talking about a viral video of a foreigner getting his comeuppance after attacking a lady in Bangkok, a monk and a man exchanging blows over a food offering dispute, and a little later an American airline is resuming direct flights to Thailand after a long hiatus.

Today we'll be talking about the unfortunate passing of her Majesty Queen Sirikit and the impact her mourning period will have on events and nightlife, Donald Trump's overseeing of the Thai-Cambodian border accord in Kuala Lumpur, and a little later a massive drug sting operation conducted against Nigerian drug dealers in Nana.

Today we'll be talking about PM Anutin's plans to loosen alcohol laws and extend nightlife hours, Prince Andrew being accused of misusing Thai trade trips for personal pleasure, and a little later we'll highlight some Thai haunted landmarks to explore this spooky season.

Today we'll be talking about Luigi Mangione's peculiar encounter with a group trans women in Thailand, corruption allegations at the airport as seized items pop up on Facebook marketplace, and a horrifying story of a man left in a skeletal state due to kratom addiction.

Today we'll be talking about a Thai doctor's sexual health warning regarding lewd online content consumption, the massive infrastructure project connecting Thailand's major airports hitting an impasse, and a little later we'll introduce you to some fun and funk museums to check out.

Today we have a whole mess of foreigners behaving badly in Phuket, Pattaya, and Bangkok, a deadly tropical storm ravaging the Philippines, and a little later a major Formula 1 STEM racing event wrapped up at a Bangkok hotel.

Today we'll be talking about tightening rules on cannabis regulation in Phuket, rush hour taxi surcharges set to be implemented in December, and of course foreigners behaving badly in drunken, whacky fashion.

Today we'll be talking about the Pattaya police coming to the rescue after an Italian man's ‘Hangover' experience, and a little later we'll take a look at the standings in Southeast Asia's FIFA participants.

Today we'll be talking about allegations of police extortion in Pattaya, foreigner going off the rails violently after sexual encounters with trans women, and a little later Blackpink's Lisa is taking on a new role to support tourism in Thailand.

Today we'll be talking about the upcoming ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia that's bringing Donald Trump to Southeast Asia, foreigners acting up with fake guns and drug parties, and a little later winter is coming and Thailand has set its sights high for the high season.

Today we're talking about major flooding hitting 17 Thai provinces, two Israelis arrested in Koh Samui for a counterfeit money scam, and Thaksin Shinawatra possibly teaching English in prison. Plus, a Pattaya brawl over public urination, a Brazilian woman arrested for assaulting a cop, Bangkok's street food reform, and U.S. backing the Philippines after a South China Sea clash.

Today we'll be talking about a Bangkok man losing three fingers after his neighbor planted a bomb on his motorcycle over a parking dispute, 18 sports commentators arrested in a major crackdown on illegal streaming and gambling, and a little later, Thailand bracing for heavy rain as the monsoon pushes south.

Today we'll be talking about Deputy PM Anutin's public appeal to Donald Trump regarding the Cambodia ceasefire, a Navy aircraft blocking the runway at Phuket International Airport, and a little later, the viral controversy of a Thai couple caught having sex in a public restroom

Today we'll be talking about Bangkok being named the world's best city for Generation Z, a man in Udon Thani shot dead after a dispute with his neighbor, and a little later, the bizarre incident of a Thai man locking his penis over fear of theft.

Today we'll be talking about four people drowning as flooding worsens in Ayutthaya, a dramatic fire engulfing a major restaurant in Bangkok's RCA entertainment district, and a little later, an Iranian man busted for posing as police to extort Indian tourists in Pattaya.

Today we'll be talking about Thai authorities disrupting nine major drug networks and seizing millions of narcotics, outrage over a teacher accused of assaulting a seven-year-old student, and a little later, the viral video showing former boxing champion Amnat Ruenroeng in a convenience store brawl.

Today we'll be talking about a highly strange and mysterious electrocution and disappearance on the Nan river, we're bringing back ASEAN updates and today we'll be talking about the devastating earthquake that rocked the Philippines this week, and a little later we'll wrap our your Friday with some feel good news in the form of art exhibitions and Thailand celebrating it's decades of diplomatic ties with Mexico.

Today we'll be talking about visa rework proposals to deter tourist misconduct, yet another road collapse in Bangkok raising infrastructure alarms, a massage shop owner accusing police of heinous behavior and extortion, but at the end we have some feel good news in the form of marathon season and lucky lottery winners.

Today we'll be talking about a shocking incident of self-immolation on the streets of Bangkok, a controversial incident involving Israeli's being ejected from a Samui restaurant, and a little later repercussions for alleged dirty cops as they face a purge from government authorities.

Today we'll be talking about the falling tourism confidence in Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra's plans to request a royal pardon, and a little later Thailand's drug rehabilitation approach gaining international praise.

Today we'll be talking about a police officer near retirement suffering the consequences of his extortionist practices, a UK visitor arrested after dancing in the buff in Phuket, and a little later an unfortunate case of a man selling an organ to buy an expensive electronic device.

Today we've got farangs behaving badly in the form of a Raunchy Ruski facing the consequences of his frisky sex stunt, controversy in the LGBT community as blood donations are still banned from gay men, and a little later we'll have updates on the upcoming dissolution of parliament and when we can expect a new round of elections.

Today we'll be talking about a massive sinkhole opening in Bangkok and a massive car pileup in Phuket, an update on the Miss Grand Thailand winner being stripped of her title for… well… stripping, and a little later we have farangs behaving badly in the form of scam centers and naked police assaults.

Today we'll be talking about the rise in flu cases hitting Thailand, bar brawls, hitmen, and frenzied farangs, and a little later we'll give you the lowdown on where to find great jazz and cocktails right here in Bangkok.

Today we'll be talking about how Thailand ranks in the global retirement index, Patong's municipal government refusing permits for a Jewish New Year event on a public beach, an a little bit later Farangs from the UK, Netherlands, and more all behaving very badly.

Today we'll be talking about a riot response by the Thai military against Cambodians along the border, late night drinkers to be fined for consuming after hours, and a little later a daring daytime robbery of a 2 million baht watch, but don't worry it's Friday we'll cap things off with some feel good news.

Today we'll be talking about Thailand's official diplomatic position regarding Israel and Palestine, air travel charges set to rise in October, and a little later we've got some farangs behaving badly from a usually well-behaved demographic.

Today we'll be talking about the farang response to the BBC's Dark Thailand narrative, rising prices having a detrimental effect on tourism numbers, and a little later some monkey madness and some Thai in the sky space experimentation.

Today we'll be talking about calls to create red light zoning in Pattaya amidst the fallout of a BBC documentary, Prime Minster Anutin's policy action to combat the baht's rapid rise in value, and a little later Thailand's plans increase compensation for airline delays and cancellations.

Today we're going to clear up some confusion regarding bank freezes and alcohol rule changes, a disastrous fire that broke out on boats along the Chao Phraya River, and a little later we'll explore how one British retiree is using his platform to encourages others to set up their golden years in Thailand.

Today we'll be taking a look inside of the prison where Thaksin will be serving his one year sentence, multiple districts in Bangkok being flagged as rabies alert areas, and a little later some good news for liquid lunchers as Thailand is set to scrap afternoon alcohol sales in order to boost restaurant revenue.

Today we'll be talking about the prison sentence handed down to one of Thailand's most influential political figures, a new movement calling for a unified cannabis law in Thailand, and a little later we have serious flooding news from Bangkok and beyond.

Today we'll be talking about Anutin's ambitious plans for what should be a short term in office, the Supreme Court's verdict looming over the head of Thaksin Shinawatra, and a little later the tourism authority of Thailand is being urged to give cash vouchers to foreign visitors to Thailand.

Today we'll be talking about the ascension of Thailand's most prominent cannabis advocate to the position of Prime Minister, police cracking down on fraudulent lubricants and sex toys, and a whole slew of classic tales of farangs behaving badly.

Today we'll be talking about Thaksin's trip to Singapore as Pheu Thai nominates their own candidate for Prime Minister, public pushback agains Pattaya's beach camping proposal, and a little later a Scottish tourist's scorned ex leads to a passport nightmare.