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Indian man accused of harassing hotel staff in Thailand; viral video triggers outrage

A video that is rapidly circulating across social media platforms has become a major topic of discussion, drawing strong reactions from users and raising broader questions about public behaviour and the power of viral content.

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Chiang Mai’s New Year revelry hit by smog and war-related price spikes

Air pollution caused by wildfires is another blow to northern Thailand’s tourism industry as businesses suffer amid war in Iran

The Guardian - AU

Young Thais react with delight and dismay to ‘Hunger Games’-style military draft lottery

Growing sense of nationalism and unemployment drive up conscription this year

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Thailand marks Songkran New Year with water fights and travel surge

Thailand marked the start of the Songkran New Year on Monday, 13 April 2026, with large crowds gathering in Bangkok for its traditional water festival.

Euronews

The Best Cryptocurrency Cards for Residents in Thailand: 2026 Review

For people in Thailand, spending digital assets directly has become more practical both online and offline. As a result, crypto cards are gaining popularity, with a range of providers offering various options. This guide covers the leading crypto cards in Thailand to make choosing easier.

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Some countries in Asia are rationing energy – why they’ve been hit hardest by the crisis in the Gulf

The war in Iran has led to a global energy crisis. Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a major energy chokepoint that handles roughly 20% of the world’s oil, has been largely blocked by Iran since hostilities broke out in late February. This has, at times, caused oil prices…

The Conversation

CCTV: Man breaks into viral pygmy hippo Moo Deng’s enclosure in Thailand

A man was captured on CCTV breaking into viral pygmy hippo Moo Deng’s enclosure.

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Thailand calls for mandatory travel insurance after unpaid medical bills soar

The move follows unpaid medical bills amounting to £2.3m

The Independent UK

Thailand Military Draft Explained: Viral Videos Show Men Fainting During Red or Black Lottery

Explore the intense drama of Thailand's annual military conscription lottery, where young men face life-changing outcomes based on a simple card draw.

International Business Times UK

Drug kingpin with B1m bounty expatriated to Thailand

A fugitive Thai drug kingpin with a 1-million-baht bounty, who was wanted under 60 arrest warrants and played dead, was arrested in South Korea and extradited to Thailand on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post

5 Cheapest Exotic Places for Seniors to Visit on a Social Security Budget

A passport does not need a luxury price tag to unlock unforgettable views, bold flavors, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. The world holds destinations that feel rich, vibrant, and wildly different, yet they welcome travelers with modest budgets and open arms. A fixed income does not block adventure—it simply demands smarter choices…

Everybody Loves Your Money

Bullet holes and scam scripts: Inside the global fraud centres on frontline of deadly conflict

What began as a small-time fraud operation run illegally from apartments have now expanded into a massive industry in Cambodia as authorities race against time to crack down on scam centres. Alisha Rahaman Sarkar reports

The Independent UK

Inside a huge compound on Thailand-Cambodia border where 10,000 workers scammed people globally

Scam compounds have mushroomed across Southeast Asia since the pandemic

The Independent UK

Russian tour guide arrested

Tourist police in Phuket arrested a Russian national for illegally offering tour services on a Destination Thailand Visa (DTV).

Bangkok Post

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The Guardian - UK

Thailand PM urges working from home amid fears over energy crisis

Anutin Charnvirakul encourages measures such as home working and carpooling as country is reliant on oil imports

Bangkok Post

Thailand plans mandatory accident insurance for foreign visitors

Thailand is pushing for regulations that would require international tourists to obtain accident insurance before entering the country, as rising unpaid medical bills and accident risks place a mounting strain on public healthcare.

PC Gamer

Never doubt the commitment of horse-girl fans: Umamusume cosplayers are having actual races at tracks around the world

Real-life races have taken place in Malaysia, Thailand, Peru, and the US.

The Independent UK

Human remains found on Thai-flagged cargo ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz

Families informed as investigation continues into attack on Thai vessel in critical oil route

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Bangkok Post

Thai cannabis shops given 3 years to become clinics

The Ministry of Public Health has announced moves to make cannabis use in Thailand for medicinal purposes only, allowing shops a three-year timeframe to convert into medical clinics in order to continue operating.

Bangkok Post

Thai diesel prices rise another 3.50 baht

Diesel prices will rise another 3.50 baht a litre to 44.24 baht — 48% higher than a month ago — at service stations across Thailand on Thursday morning.

The Guardian - UK

Under Water by Tara Menon review – love, loss and a longing for the ocean

This debut about female friendship and environmental fragility set after the 2004 tsunami in Thailand is strong on grief, but the storytelling remains uneven

Bangkok Post

Record 4,750 'hotspots' detected across Thailand

Satellite data shows a record number of hotspots across Thailand, with 4,750 detected in a single day, the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda) reported on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Hidden gold treasure found inside 1300-year-old Buddha statue in Thailand shocks archaeologists

Archaeologists in Thailand have reportedly discovered something unusual in an ancient Buddha statue that is said to be centuries old. What seemed like an ordinary historical artefact was found to have a secret collection of gold items within its composition. The discovery is said to be associated with historical religious…

Evening Standard

Eurovision to launch first ever Asian song contest this year

Bangkok in Thailand will be the final’s first host city with confirmed participants including Bangladesh, Malaysia, Nepal, South Korea and Vietnam.

International Business Times UK

Thai Tourists Wake Up to a King Cobra 'Slithering Across My Neck' Inside A Hotel

Thai tourists' terrifying encounter with a king cobra in a hotel room has gone viral. Learn how the incident unfolded and what to do if you encounter a snake.

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