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Anutin readies for coalition talks after election win
Gary Boyle, Published on 09/02/2026
» Caretaker premier Anutin Charnvirakul was preparing for coalition talks Monday after a stunning election victory for his Bhumjaithai Party.
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.
Tourists found with drugs in Bangkok pub raid
Gary Boyle, Published on 18/08/2025
» Police in Bangkok's Huai Khwang district raided an unlicensed pub popular among Chinese tourists on Friday night, with six patrons testing positive for illegal drugs.
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.
Russian smuggled hash in swallowed condoms
Gary Boyle, Published on 07/05/2025
» A 36-year-old Russian who admitted smuggling hashish by putting it in condoms he then swallowed has been arrested on Koh Phangan, police said.
Fake Thailand Digital Arrival Card website alert
Gary Boyle, Published on 01/05/2025
» The first fake Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) website has already been spotted on the day that the real system made its debut for foreign visitors to the kingdom.
Bangkok Port a possible casino site
Gary Boyle, Published on 27/01/2025
» The Transport Ministry has given the green light for Bangkok Port to have an entertainment complex.
Online TM6 form for visitors to Thailand coming on May 1
Gary Boyle, Published on 24/01/2025
» The Ministry of Tourism and Sports is preparing to promote the online TM6 immigration form, which will be compulsory for all foreign arrivals entering Thailand as of May 1, though the government is reluctant to start collecting the 300-baht tourism fee this year.
Chinese couple arrested for ransoming ex-husband for B12m
Gary Boyle, Published on 23/10/2024
» A Chinese couple were arrested for forming a gang who abducted and ransomed two compatriots, including an ex-husband, for about 12 million baht.
Suspension of TM6 form for travellers extended
Gary Boyle, Published on 16/10/2024
» Use of TM6 immigration forms will remain suspended until April 30 next year while the new electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system -- which could include a tourism fee -- is being developed, officials say.