Good Morning Thailand

In the headlines today, Thailand is considering expanding visa-free entry to even more countries, then a football coach and striker report racist abuse after a Pattaya match, also, customs officials seize nearly 9,000 illegal weight-loss injection pens, plus, a Myanmar migrant worker leader was attacked during a Bangkok protest, in automotive news, a former boy-band singer drove his pickup through a walking street injuring several people and in a related story Thailand is considering offering up to 40,000 baht to replace outdated trucks, and a little later we are working with Rescue P.A.W.S. to try and find a forever home for one really cute puppy.

In the headlines today, a notable Rabbi has entered the crosshairs as 19 companies are under investigation amidst a citizenship revocation, then, Myanmar airstrikes damage several buildings across the border in Mae Hong Son, also, Thailand refuses to reopen Cambodian border crossings without security guarantees, in Buriram, an inferno devastates multiple homes, and a little later Japanese police have arrested three in a tortoise smuggling scheme.

In the headlines today, Pattaya deals with flooding of up to 80 cm as the tourism minister order emergency assistance for visitors caught in floods, then, a Pathum Thani man goes on a rampage after setting fire to a building and attacking his ex-wife and a police officer with deadly weapons, also a former Thai boxer is evading justice after attacking a delivery rider he suspected of having an affair with his wife, then, in Cambodia a luxury cruise abruptly ends its round-the-world voyage leaving hundreds stranded, and a little later the proposed 450-baht tourist fee gains industry support, but still faces skepticism.

In the headlines today, Thailand recorded a 42% increase in hotel and accommodation closures and tourism demand weakens, then, heavy rain triggers flash flooding in Phuket, also, a daring escape as a Chinese woman jumps from a moving vehicle to escape abduction, in Bangkok, police reject a mans claim of assault following arrest, and a little later a nasty little story about a street food vender using cooking utensils... inappropriately.

In the headlines today, more smuggling scandals emerge involving both E-waste and Ivory, then, a Bangkok fortune teller has been accused of fraud (redundant) and pressuring a woman into a sexual ritual, also, a ONE Lumphinee muay thai fighter was attacked in a roadside incident in Chiang Mai, plus, an endangered red panda was from a pickup truck in Tak province, and a little later, can you think of anything more horrifying than Khaosan Road on Halloween? we'll tell you the plans for some fun over there this weekend.

In the headlines today, heavy rain is still pummeling the kingdom, with Bangkok set for more downpours, then a political scandal involving alleged forged bribery evidence against Anutin, in greater Asian news a Japanese mother is seeking justice after her teen daughter dies following police custody, also, airport luggage checks net more than 1000 restricted items in Don Mueang alone, in Nonthaburi, a wannabe influencer attempts to extort a restaurant, and a little later a wildcat sighting prompts conservation concerns near a proposed mining site.

In the headlines today, heavy rains are threatening Phuket, Koh Samui and other southern provinces, then several seizures occur at Suvarnabhumi customs including cannabis and... French meats? also, a Bangkok hotel has been raided after an illegal K-pod production set up was discovered, and a little later a bizarre story of a Khon Kaen woman putting her house up for sale after multiple burglaries despite living across the street from a police station.

INTRO: Thailand moves to tackle rising delivery app fees, while criticising Grapao KAI sparks a million-baht legal threat. Some interesting stories from Pattaya. Thailand welcomes more foreign investment, and Princess Sirivannavari of Thailand receives a prestigious honour from Italy.

In the headlines today, we have a bunch of crime news as two suspects plea guilty to all charges in the infamous Russian siblings murder case, also, and Affair dispute ends in a deadly axe murdering spree, then an olympic boxing champion has received bail after appealing a court ruling in an SA case, in energy policy news, Thailand advances a 50,000 baht solar panel subsidy for 1 million households, also, Samsung users can now add virtual rabbit cards for Bangkok transit, and a little later a bizarre case of a missing child being found 30-kilometers away from his home in a forest.

In the headlines today, Prime Minister Anutin has set a December deadline for the nationwide probe into suspected foreign land nominees, then Rayong police are being investigated amongst karaoke venue bribery allegations, in Bangkok, five foreign nationals have been detained after a seizure of five tons of cannabis, some bizarre daredevil stories as viral videos show a woman clinging to a car near walking street and a unicyclist in Chiang Mai facing legal action, and a little later Virgin Atlantic has opened direct London-Phuket flights in time for high season.

In the headlines today, Thailand has paid out billions in flood relief but is still looking in the budget for billions more, in ASEAN News, Indonesian fires push southeast Asian haze to maximum levels, then, a family of three was hospitalized after mistaking a package of cannabis infused gummies for a regular snack, in Pathum Thani, white foam and dead fish raise canal pollution concerns, and a little later a bizarre story of a Pattaya cafe owner buying a burglar a beer as they await the police.

In the headlines today, demonstrators gathered to protest the IMF and world bank meetings in Bangkok, in ASEAN news, the Philippines is moving towards youth social media restrictions as Thailand considers similar measures, in crime news, a Thai man steals an entire lottery display and sells tickets during his escape, in Hua Hin, demolition begins on beachfront buildings after a long-running legal dispute, and a little later a raunchy tale as a ride-hailing driver begs his customers to wait until they get to their destination before getting down and dirty.

In the headlines today, Thailand is falling dramatically short of its annual tourist target, in other economic news, a major labor shortage is leaving Thai farmers watching their crops rot, in a couple of shocking sticker-price driving stories we have a tuk tuk driver inflating their price as well as a potential employer demanding too much of applicants, and a little later, Netflix has a keen eye on Thailand as its next major production destination.

In the headlines today, a trial date has been announced for the Australian national accused of murder in Pattaya, then, a South Korean fugitive has been arrested in Bangkok over an illegal pornography operation, also, 7 Myanmar nationals have been rescued as a result of a child trafficking investigation, in unfortunate clergy news a drug using abbot has been defrocked after fleeing police, and a little later the proposed 1000 baht departure tax is being hotly debated, would it impact your decision to come to Thailand?

In the headlines today, Thailand is launching nationwide inspections of elder care centers in the wake of shocking jail-cell like discovery, then, Thailand and the United States are targeting a november signing for a trade agreement, also, when does gaming become gambling? a Phuket festival has been arrested for apparently crossing the line, and a little later we'll see how Nene Royal was honored by the King and the Queen.

Here are the latest stories from Thailand — from a devastating flood crisis affecting 27 provinces and thousands of farm animals, to a proposed 1,000-baht departure tax for air travellers, a fatal crash at a Phuket pedestrian crossing, a deadly crane accident in Bangkok, a tragic incident involving a couple in Tak, new opportunities for street performers in Pattaya, Bangkok being named the world’s best city, and a Thai dessert that has people joking about Peking duck

Here are the latest stories from Thailand — from a fatal punch in Buriram and a major property fraud arrest in Phuket, to controversy over pet evacuations, a shocking assault allegation, Bangkok’s iconic buses getting a second life, and a surprise gathering of more than 20 otters.

In today's episode: Thailand continues to deal with widespread flooding, while residents protest over flood waste and thousands register for government relief. Plus, police arrest a Phuket delivery rider over millions in alleged thefts, foreign films bring record revenue to Thailand, and a rare serow makes an unexpected appearance on a Prachuap beach.

In today’s episode: Bangkok sees an unusual hailstorm, an electric car crashes into a Yaowarat shrine, and Maya Bay reopens after its conservation break. Plus, a Phuket tuk tuk driver is allegedly attacked, a key diver from the 2018 Thai cave rescue dies, and Koh Larn’s waters turn green after heavy rain.

In the headlines today, aw shiiiii here we go again as more than 5000 US Navy personnel are headed to Phuket, then, conflicting reports emerge regarding updates to Thailand's weather detection systems, in Bangkok, a woman and her Turkish ex have ben arrested over an alleged arson plot, in Chachoengsao, residents have been evacuated after their building begins to sink, in Pattaya, three police officers have ben suspended over alleged tourist cash demands, and a little bit later, Thailand is welcoming home 11 antiquities being repatriated from New York.