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Thailand scores poorly in corruption ranking
Gary Boyle, Published on 13/02/2026
» The government has said it will act after Thailand scored 33 out of 100 and ranked 116th in the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI).
Drink driving tops list of New Year road violations
Gary Boyle, Published on 02/01/2026
» Over 90% of road traffic violations between Dec 30 and Dec 31, 2025, were linked to alcohol consumption, according to police.
SEA Games gambling-advert incident reported to police
R May, Published on 10/12/2025
» The Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) has filed a complaint with police after fans advertising a gambling website was seen on a SEA Games live broadcast.
Latest 2025 tax rules for foreign workers in Thailand
Gary Boyle, Published on 10/10/2025
» Foreigners working legally in Thailand face tighter tax regulations as the Thai government moves to align its tax system with international standards.
Regular metro fares to resume as 20-baht cap ends
Gary Boyle, Published on 23/09/2025
» Operators of Bangkok's suburban Red and Purple metro lines are preparing to revert fares to standard rates from Oct 1, as the previous government's 20-baht fare cap policy ends.
Govt issues new rules for SIM cards
Gary Boyle, Published on 21/08/2025
» The government has announced stricter measures for SIM card registration to combat rising online fraud.
Are you being overcharged by Thai motorcycle taxis?
Gary Boyle, Published on 09/07/2025
» A motorcycle taxi is a fast, direct and sometimes exciting form of transport when navigating Bangkok’s heavy traffic. However, unlike the BTS or MRT with their fixed pricing, or metered taxis, motorcycle taxi fares can sometimes be unclear, leading to overcharging.
Cannabis users in Thailand ‘will need medical certificates’
Gary Boyle, Published on 22/05/2025
» Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin says cannabis users in Thailand will be required to have medical certificates to make sure that the plant is used for medical purposes only.
Snakes released in condo hallway to protest noisy dog
R May, Published on 20/05/2025
» A resident of a Bangkok condominium that has a no-pets policy released two large snakes in the corridor to warn a neighbour who kept a noisy dog.
Bangkok residents worry about building safety after earthquake
Gary Boyle, Published on 07/04/2025
» A recent survey by Nida Poll has revealed concerns among Bangkok residents about the structural safety of buildings and other issues following the recent earthquake.