Good Morning Thailand

Today we'll be talking about a violent robbery in Pattaya with justice being served, Thaksin Shinawatra's upcoming parole eligibility as his Pheu Thai party joins the ruling coalition, and a little later some high profile murder cases with international ramifications.

Today we'll be talking about a flare up in tensions along the Cambodian border as a mortar round drops in Thai territory, an influencer's advice on dodging police checkpoints stirs up some controversy, and a little later an up date on the ‘love guru' monk who appears to have been juggling up to six women!

Today we'll be talking about new airport screening policies rolling out imminently, how Thailand ranks amid global taxi scam complaints, and a little later a foreign travelers viral complaints about rude treatment in Thailand has elicited strong reactions online.

Today we'll be talking about the new supermajority coalition led by Prime Minister Anutin and what that means for the future of policy creation, poverty rates in Thailand climbing despite economic growth signals, and later we have some classic Thaiger tales in the form of lewd acts on beaches, foreign laughing gas smugglers, and a monk in hot water after love guru-ing multiple women.

Today we'll be talking about a monkey attack that left an influencer hospitalized, a cannabis scam foiled in Pattaya, and a little later some headlines made regarding interference in both Thai and American elections.

Today we'll be talking about sewage in the sea grossing out beachgoers in Jomtien, Cocaine worth millions seized in Phuket police raids, and a little later good news for motorists under the age of 55 looking to renew their driver's licenses.

Today we will talk about several major stories making headlines across Thailand and the region — including a Thai man who died in police detention after his arrest for assault, a series of controversial incidents involving foreign tourists in Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Pattaya, and the arrest of four Myanmar nationals over the fatal attack of an American man in Bangkok. We'll also look at Indonesia's US$7.62 billion Ramadan stimulus package and whether it can truly boost economic growth.

In todays news, a fake assault video exposed in Chiang Mai, a quake in the north, police caught stealing cannabis, a disturbing ritual abuse case, and Phuket under fire over racist behaviour.

Today we'll be talking about a horrific double-decker bus crash in Trang that has left over 30 people injured, a monkeypox death inside a Bangkok prison sparking a new health crisis behind bars, and a scandal in Pattaya involving a foreign couple's inappropriate behavior at a spirit house. We'll also look into the arrest of 46 foreign film extras in Krabi and a disturbing ritual abuse case in Ang Thong.

In today's episode we will be talking about a Russian arrested for assault in Pattaya, a stolen pickup tracked by GPS, an illegal doctor exposed, a bizarre fermented-fish protest in Bangkok, Krabi's Valentine traffic lights, and a US$2.8 billion corporate shake-up in Malaysia.

In todays stories I will be talking about a school hostage crisis in Hat Yai, a tourist found injured in Pattaya, major visa changes nationwide, Bangkok's free Valentine weddings, new sugar rules, monks completing a 3,700-km peace walk, and Thailand's corruption score falls.

Today we'll be talking about election coalition talks as well as debates over vote counting transparency, a suspect nabbed with rhino horns at Suvarnabhumi Airport, and a little later QR code systems are rolling out in Thai taxis just in time for the Chinese New Year travel rush.

Today we'll be talking about a massive case involving 44 former MPs linked to violations of lese-majeste laws, student protests erupting over vote-count transparency issues, and a little later a whole slew of classic Thaiger tales of foreigners getting up to some crazy antics around Thailand.

Today we'll be talking about the election results over the weekend and the sweeping victory for a familiar face in Thai politics, a construction site scare as yet another crane collapses, this time in Asok, and a little later a major effort to relocate and reintegrate the homeless has been launched.

Today we'll be talking about Thailand's newly dubbed status as being the ‘Sick Man of Asia,' allegations of election tampering and vote buying ahead of this weekend's vote, and a little later, Thai influencers weigh in on the prospect of Disney in the land of smiles.

Today, we'll look at a viral assault involving bar guards in Pattaya, a disturbing alleged sexual attack in Chon Buri, police action against illegal exhausts in Koh Samui, and a dramatic road confrontation in Phuket. We'll also look beyond Thailand as Bali faces mounting waste problems, before ending on a lighter note with a heartwarming cultural mix-up at a rural Thai funeral feast.

Today we'll be talking about airport fees set to be hiked soon for international travelers, shocking cases of people abusing animals as well as animals abusing people, scorching weather coming this summer, and when to expect alcohol bans ahead of the upcoming elections.

Today we'll be talking about pledges from political parties to support sex workers amid ongoing elections, a Russian man going buck-wild on a Bangkok-bound flight, and a little later they say that French is the most romantic language, and apparently that translates into exhibitionism in the form of a Tuk-Tuk fook in Phuket.

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.