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Cambodia repatriates 79 Thais after scammer crackdown
Cambodian officials repatriated 79 Thai nationals today, July 10, after arresting them in a crackdown on scammer networks and completing legal proceedings, with five initially found to have links to 20 criminal cases. The group was received at the Thai-Cambodian Friendship Bridge near the Ban Khlong Luek border checkpoint in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo province. The returnees comprised 45 men…
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Thai travel blogger faces backlash for damaging Japan nature
A Thai travel blogger living in Japan has apologised following backlash from Japanese social media users over a video she filmed inside a protected national park. The criticism began after the X account @masanews reposted a video featuring the blogger, identified as Nat, accusing her of damaging vegetation by lying on alpine plants on Mount Komagatake in Towada-Hachimantai National Park…
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Hong Kong arrests Japanese man carrying cannabis from Bangkok
A Japanese man has been charged after Hong Kong Customs allegedly found about 22 kilogrammes of cannabis flower in his luggage when he arrived at Hong Kong International Airport on a flight from Bangkok on July 3. Hong Kong Customs said officers inspected the 57 year old’s baggage after his arrival and discovered the suspected cannabis concealed inside a suitcase.…
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Thai airport security set to increase after flight attendant arrest in Australia
Thailand’s Ministry of Transport tightened its airport baggage screening procedures for both passengers and cabin crew following the Thai flight attendant’s arrest in Australia linked to an alleged drug smuggling case. Deputy Transport Minister Siripong Angkasakulkiat attended a meeting of the Narcotics Prevention and Suppression Committee and related agencies on Friday, July 3, on behalf of Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn.…
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Udon Thani airport eyes Indochina aviation hub with new routes
The Transport Ministry said yesterday, June 2, that it is moving ahead with plans to develop Udon Thani airport into an aviation hub for the Indochina region by supporting new international routes and closer cooperation with Thai VietJet Air. Deputy Transport Minister Phattrapong Phattraprasit chaired a meeting with Department of Airports (DOA) officials and Thai VietJet Air executives to discuss…
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French woman held with drugs upon arrival in Australia from Thailand
A French woman appeared in the court on June 26 after she was arrested for drug possession upon her arrival at Perth International Airport in Australia from Thailand on May 29. The case has drawn attention in Thailand following a separate drug crackdown involving a Thai Airways flight attendant in Melbourne. Australian Federal Police (AFP) officers arrested the 31 year…
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Ten Thai vessels safely depart Strait of Hormuz after coordinated efforts
Ten Thai-flagged vessels and ships chartered by Thai operators have safely departed the Strait of Hormuz following coordinated efforts by Thai authorities, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) announced yesterday, June 30. The vessels had been stranded in the Strait of Hormuz since its closure on February 28. The MFA said only one vessel, Hatthaya Naree, remains in the area…
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Eight Thai women arrested in Hong Kong prostitution crackdown
Hong Kong police arrested eight Thai women across two raids targeting alleged illegal prostitution activities in the Sham Shui Po district on June 28 and June 29, according to local media reports. Police from Sham Shui Po district launched an operation codenamed Ling Yi at about 4pm on June 29 after gathering intelligence through an investigation. Officers searched a building…
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Belarus airline launches direct Minsk to Bangkok flights
Belavia, Belarus’ national carrier, will launch its first direct flights between Minsk and Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport from October 25, 2026, providing a non-stop connection between Belarus and Thailand. The carrier announced the new Minsk to Bangkok service will operate every Sunday using an Airbus A330-200 wide-body aircraft. The airline said the new route will eliminate the need for passengers to…
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American WWII pilot’s remains identified 80 years after Thailand crash
An American fighter pilot who went missing after his aircraft crashed in Lampang, Thailand, during World War II has been officially identified more than 80 years later, following a joint recovery effort involving Thai and US teams. The US Embassy in Bangkok announced yesterday, June 29, that the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) had identified the remains of 1st Lt.…
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Thai mother gets 7.5 years for forcing daughter into Japan sex work
A Thai mother is sentenced to seven years and six months in prison for a human trafficking case after forcing her 12 year old daughter into prostitution in Japan. The Criminal Court delivered the verdict yesterday, June 29, following an investigation into offences that took place in Tokyo last year. The case began in November when the child reported to…
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Cambodia lodges protest accusing Thailand of border encroachment
Cambodia lodged a formal protest against Thailand today, June 28, accusing Thai troops of encroaching on its territory by clearing forest and installing barbed wire in Oddar Meanchey province, claiming the activities violated bilateral border agreements. In a statement, Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation said the alleged encroachment took place in the Ampil community, Banteay Ampil district, between…
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Rescue teams flood into earthquake-hit Venezuela
More than 1,400 people have died in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes struck the country on Wednesday, June 24, with international rescue teams continuing to arrive as search and recovery efforts enter their fourth day. The death toll was updated on June 27, while emergency teams kept up search operations along the hardest hit stretches of coastline. The government says…
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Thailand airports set for major expansion through 2034
Airports of Thailand (AOT) has announced a series of expansion projects for its airports as part of a long-term plan to increase passenger capacity, improve facilities and strengthen Thailand’s position as a World-Class Aviation Hub. The projects, announced ahead of AOT’s 47th anniversary on July 1, include new terminals, expanded passenger facilities and infrastructure upgrades scheduled for completion between 2031…
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Small plane crashes into Beijing’s tallest tower
A small plane crashed into the CITIC Tower, Beijing’s tallest building, on Friday evening, June 26, according to two eyewitnesses who spoke to Reuters. Chinese police quickly cordoned off streets around the skyscraper and stopped people from filming the scene. The building, also known as China Zun, is a 108 storey skyscraper located in Beijing’s central business district. It serves…
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Chinese man caught after attempting to steal 400,000 baht from Thai man
A Thai businessman shared his experience of catching a Chinese thief on a flight to Hong Kong and retrieving stolen cash worth nearly 400,000 baht. Anuchart Rojpitipongsathon, owner of an auto parts business named SSC Autoparts, posted details of the incident on his businessâs official Facebook page to warn travellers about theft during flights. According to Anuchart, the incident took place…
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USA beat Australia 2-0 despite Pulisic injury blow
Co-hosts of the 2026 World Cup secured a 2-0 win over Australia in their second Group D match at Lumen Field in Seattle on June 19. Both teams had opened the tournament with victories. The Americans beat Paraguay 4-1, while Australia got past Turkey 2-0. The hosts controlled the match from start to finish, even without star forward Christian Pulisic,…
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Mister Universe Thailand winner loses phone to Philippines taxi scam
The winner of Mister Universe Thailand 2026 warned travellers about a suspected taxi scam in Manila, the Philippines, after losing his mobile phone. The pageant winner, Nattirut âAlexâ Srichatwanit, shared details of the incident on Facebook, explaining that the theft took place in Manila on June 13 while he was travelling with Meriza âRisaâ Meier, first runner-up of Miss Universe…
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ANA tightens personal item rules from July 1 as Japan airlines standardise cabin baggage
All Nippon Airways (ANA) will introduce a fixed size limit for personal items carried onto its flights from July 1, 2026, replacing a vague guideline that has been in place for years and catching out passengers who travel with large handbags, laptop cases or small backpacks. Personal items on ANA Group-operated flights must not exceed 40cm x 30cm x 20cm…
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Woman refused to smuggle goods from Thailand kidnapped, raped in UK
A London man who kidnapped, raped, and tortured a woman as she returned from Thailand has been sentenced to 28 years in prison, plus a six-year extended licence period, at Isleworth Crown Court. Residing in Wandsworth, south London, 34 year old Gagandeep Singh will not be eligible for parole until he has served at least 18 years and will be…
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Thailand could gain 11 new international routes after airline talks
Thailand could see more international flight options after 87 airlines held talks on Thailand flight slots during an International Air Transport Association (IATA) conference in Bangkok, held from June 9 to 11. The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) said the talks took place during the 158th IATA Slot Conference. A total of 87 airlines out of 146 participating carriers…
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Mexico face South Africa in FIFA World Cup 2026 opening match
The FIFA World Cup 2026 officially kicks off tonight at 2am Thailand time at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, with co-hosts Mexico facing South Africa in Group A. Thai football fans can watch the opening match live for free on Mono29. The fixture carries a sense of history as 16 years ago, on June 11, 2010, these two teams also met…
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Thai girl rescued from forced prostitution in Nigeria
A 17 year old Thai girl has returned to Thailand after allegedly being forced by her own family to travel to Nigeria for prostitution for more than two months. The victim arrived back in Thailand through Suvarnabhumi Airport after receiving assistance from the Royal Thai Embassy in Nigeria. She was later taken to the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) on June…
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Princess Anne to make first Thailand visit since 1987
The Princess Royal, Princess Anne, and her husband Sir Tim Laurence, are scheduled to make an official visit to Thailand on July 16 and 17, 2026, the British Embassy in Bangkok has confirmed. It will be her fourth visit to the country, and the first in nearly four decades. During the two-day programme, the Princess Royal will attend an audience…
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Thailand to launch Krabi-Phuket seaplane to target high-spending tourists
Thailand is preparing to launch a seaplane service linking Krabi and Phuket by the end of this year, aiming to enhance tourism connectivity among the tourism hotspots and strengthen its position as a regional aviation hub. Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister’s Office, Lalida Phiriswattana, reported today, June 9, that the Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul are shifting focus…
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Honey seizure allegedly leads foreigner’s Bangkok airport complaint
A foreign tourist drew attention online after posting a Bangkok airport complaint on social media, criticising airport facilities and alleging poor service while urging others to reconsider travelling to Thailand. The man shared his experience on Threads, posting an image of a passenger terminal floor that appeared damaged with a caption that read… “Bangkok airport is absolute crap! Singapore’s Changi…
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Thai chef praised for returning lost wallet in Hong Kong
A Chon Buri restaurant owner was praised after returning a wallet containing credit cards, documents and a large amount of cash in Hong Kong yesterday, June 6, after finding it near a roadside smoking area. The wallet was found by Pratchaya Prayad, also known as Chef Maggie, owner of Klang Na Pla Khao restaurant in Chon Buri. The story caught…
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Indonesian man sentenced to jail for molesting Thai girl on flight
A Singapore court sentenced an Indonesian man to 15 months in jail and caning on June 3 after he admitted molesting a 17 year old Thai girl during a flight from Okinawa to Singapore on April 15. The suspect, 20 year old Ariel Lhudfiyan Muarifin pleaded guilty to outrage of modesty after the incident on a flight. The court heard…
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Thai Airways welcomes first female pilot after 66 years
Thai Airways celebrated a milestone in its history after its first female pilot operated her inaugural commercial flight on the Bangkok-Hanoi route on Monday, June 1. The airline announced the achievement through its official THAI Corporate Communications Facebook page, highlighting Pannathon âBamâ Thanrungrueangchaiâs first commercial flight as a pilot with the national carrier. According to Naewna, Pannathon is the first…
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Thailand aviation hub push drives airport upgrades, flight routes
Thailand is ramping up airport upgrades and expanding domestic and international flight routes as part of a broader push to establish itself as an aviation hub and regional centre for travel, tourism, and investment. Deputy government spokesperson Lalida Persvivatana said the strategy aims to improve connectivity between major cities and emerging destinations while strengthening the country’s long-term aviation and logistics…
