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Police Raid Gay Party in Bangkok, 97 Test Positive for Drugs

BANGKOK — Thonglor police conducted a pre-dawn raid on Sunday, December 8, targeting a gay party at a hotel in Bangkok's Wattana district. Acting...

Indian Tourist Falls to Death from Bangkok Hotel

A 29-year-old Indian tourist died in a tragic fall from an 18-story hotel building in Bangkok's Klong Toey district on October 14. Thong Lo...

BYD Launches Electric Bus Trial in Thonglor

BYD, a prominent Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has introduced its electric bus to the bustling streets of Bangkok, signaling a shift towards eco-friendly...

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News from across Bangkok

Bangkok bridge collapse kills five, injures 27 in Chom Thong

At least five people were killed and approximately 27 others injured when a concrete beam of an under-construction expressway bridge collapsed near Rama 2...

Regional, National & International News

Thailand Marks National Elephant Day on March 13

Thailand observes National Elephant Day annually on March 13 to highlight the importance of elephant conservation. The initiative originated from the National Identity Committee...

GOING OUT IN THONGLOR

A Taste of Tradition: Fish & Chips and Gammon Steak at The Londoner

The Londoner Fish & Chips Review At The Londoner, their Fish and Chips isn’t just a meal—it’s an experience that delivers both comfort and quality....

A Taste of Tradition: Beer-Battered Fish and Hand-Cut Chips at Hunter’s Garden & Restaurant

Nestled within the lush tranquility of Sukhumvit 101/1, Hunter's Garden & Restaurant offers a refreshing retreat from Bangkok's urban hustle. Among the variety of English and...

Thailand Welcomes Its First Three Michelin-Starred Restaurant

Sorn, a celebrated restaurant specializing in southern Thai cuisine, has become the first in Thailand to earn the prestigious three Michelin stars. The announcement...

LIfestyle

Thailand Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage with Historic Registration Event

On January 23, 2025, Thailand took a monumental step forward in LGBTQ+ rights as 1,832 same-sex couples across the country registered their marriages, marking...

Thailand’s Virtual Bank Competition Heats Up with Five Major Bidders

Lede: The competition for Thailand's virtual banking licences has intensified, with five major business groups confirming their interest ahead of the submission deadline. The...

Thailand Leads Global Ranking for Marital Infidelity

Married men in Thailand reportedly top the global list for infidelity, with 56% admitting to cheating on their spouses, according to data released by...

Sport

Thai Cyclists Win 2 Golds, Thanapat Takes Bronze

On February 13, 2025, at the Asian Road Cycling Championships in Bueng Si Fai, Phichit, Thailand's cyclists continued their strong performance, claiming two gold...

New Thai Badminton Duo Clinches First Title at Kumamoto Masters

Thai badminton pair Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran secured their first mixed doubles title together at the US$420,000 BWF Kumamoto Masters in Japan on...

Thailand Aims to Host Formula 1 Race to Boost Tourism

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has reaffirmed the Thai government's determination to bring a Formula 1 (F1) race to Thailand, a move aimed at boosting...
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Business

Chinese EV Battery Maker to Invest $1 Billion in Thai Plant

Chinese battery manufacturer Sunwoda Electronic has received approval to invest $1 billion in a new electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in Thailand, the country’s...

Thailand Expands FTAs to Boost Export Growth

Thailand is expanding its free trade agreements (FTAs) to boost exports and strengthen its competitive edge in global markets. The government reports that exports...

PM Identifies Causes of Thailand’s Slow GDP Growth

Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has highlighted several factors contributing to the country's sluggish economic growth, with a focus on insufficient investment in emerging...

Arts & Culture

HBO Renews The White Lotus for Fourth Season

HBO has officially renewed its critically acclaimed series The White Lotus for a fourth season, ahead of the highly anticipated premiere of its third...

White Lotus Season 3 Heads to Thailand with New Faces

The White Lotus, HBO’s multi-Emmy-winning series, is set to return for its highly-anticipated third season on February 16, 2025. This time, the satirical drama...

Thailand raises film rebate to 30% to boost revenue

Thailand’s newly revised cash rebate scheme for foreign film productions, which offers up to 30% with no maximum refund limit, is projected to boost...

Drive & Ride

New EV Tax Measures for PHEVs to be Presented by April

BANGKOK (Bangkok Post) – The Thai Finance Ministry is set to present new support measures for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) to the cabinet...

Toyota Plans Hybrid Expansion in Thailand with $1.5 Billion Investment

Toyota Motor Corporation has announced plans to invest 55 billion baht (approximately $1.5 billion) in Thailand to expand hybrid vehicle production, according to Industry...

Used Car Market Struggles Amid Oversupply and EV Price War

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Travel

Chinese New Year arrivals in Thailand to exceed 770k

Thailand is expecting a significant surge in Chinese visitors during the 2025 Lunar New Year period, with arrivals set to surpass 770,000 from January...

Thailand Targets 40 Million Tourists in 2025

On December 20, a seminar titled "ISAN NEXT: Revitalizing Thailand’s Economy Amid Global Challenges" was held at Ratchaphruek Auditorium, Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University, in...

Chinese tourist numbers to Thailand to remain flat in 2024

Thailand’s inbound tourism from China is projected to stagnate in 2024, with expected arrivals hovering around 7 to 8 million. The subdued outlook stems...

Education

Thai Education Ministry to Provide 600000 Students With Tablets and Laptops

The Thai Education Ministry is set to distribute electronic devices, including tablets and laptops, to 600,000 high school students this year as part of...

Online Classes Suggested for Schools Amid PM2.5 Crisis

Schools in Thailand may shift to online classes as PM2.5 fine dust pollution worsens across the country, including in Bangkok, according to the Education...

Thailand re-enrolls 360,000 children in Zero Dropout push

The Thai government has successfully reintegrated over 360,000 children into classrooms as part of its Thailand Zero Dropout policy, an initiative aimed at reducing...

Feel at home at The LA49 hotel

Located in one of the quietest parts of Thonglor, in the blend of houses and residences is The LA49 Hotel. You might almost miss...