Good Morning Thailand

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.

In the headlines today, two foreign women are accused of assaulting a shop worker in Phuket after a dispute over change, then, police investigate after a baby’s body is found in a Bangkok hotel refrigerator, Thai Airways faces a lot of problems, Prime Minister Anutin’s sparks hot debate, and more flood shenanigans

In the headlines today, floodwaters are receding but the economic damage is palpable, then we have some unfortunate fatalities with absolutely shocking motivations, in Chiang Mai, controversy erupts as a hotel is accused of refusing a Buddhist monk, in Phuket, a woman claims a dating app partner steals her valuables, on Koh Samui, a police officer is charged after ramming into four parked vehicles, and finally if you've been traveling, six airlines are offering flexible travel options in the wake of the flooding.

On the show today we'll be giving you a full comprehensive breakdown of the flooding situation as heavy rains continue to impact most provinces across Thailand, including major statistics, government warnings and relief efforts, as well as some of the bizarre moments that have been captured by social media users.

In the headlines today, a knife-wielding man terrorized commuters in Bangkok's Asok district, in ASEAN News Indonesia's wildfire crisis has forced several evacuations, in a shocking story, a pre-teen pregnancy has officially become Udon Thani's youngest pregnancy ever on record, on a similar subject Taiwanese authorities have uncovered a surrogacy network involving Thai women, in travel news, the deadline is fast approaching for the approval of a new 450-baht tourist fee, and finally we'll discuss the ever increasing fortunes of AGT winner and rising star Nene Royal.

In the headlines today, the World Bank is urging Thailand to invest in city centers beyond Bangkok, in Khao Yai, a former national park official is challenging a fine after driving too close to wild elephants, in a Bangkok botched surgery a Ukrainian patient is seeking help after breathing problems arose from a nose reconstruction, we also have a bit of fashion plagiarism as a Cambodian bridal studio is being accused of copying Queen Suthida's gown, and a little later we'll give you the latest updates on Nene Royal's AGT fortunes.

In the headlines today, Australian murder suspect Simon Carman has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him, then, a Narathiwat bombing convict has received a reduced sentence instead of the death penalty, also, the Thai cabinet is backing sweeping new controls on the cannabis industry, in Phuket, more than 600 families are facing possible eviction in a long-running land dispute, outside a bar in Patong, a Thai woman says a group of foreign women assaulted her, and a little later if you're in Pattaya prepare for some road closures as the Pattaya Marathon is set for this weekend.

In the headlines today, Bangkok city officials are putting communities on alert as Chao Phraya levels are set to rise, then in Chon Buri more than 14,000 foreign-linked companies have been flagged for nominee risk, in smuggling news, four suspects have been indicted in a heroin network and three more were detained in Sri Lanka with cannabis, over in Taipei a raid finds 17 Thai women at an illegal sex business, and a little later, Thailand is considering a minimum pay standard for delivery drivers.

In the headlines today, a shocking fire at an MRT station disrupts train services, then, a German tourist was tasered after a confrontation on Khao San Road, over in the UK four people have been sentenced for trafficking Thai women into brothels, also, a new poll shows widespread concern of the fairness of Thailand's justice system, in travel news Suvarnabhumi airport opens arrival e-gates to 33 nationalities, and in a bizarre, somewhat happy story a woman gives birth next to a dinosaur display in Pattaya. If that baby isn't named Bam Bam or Pebbles I will lose my mind.

In the headlines today, Prime Minister Anutin has made some bold statements regarding tougher action on foreign lawbreakers; then Thailand is set to review citizenship rules and previous approvals, in crime news a luxury mansion in bangkok was raided for targeting scams in Japan, in economic news some troubling news regarding Thais carrying debt into retirement, in a bizarre story an Omani man was caught smuggling 22 live animals at suvarnabhumi airport, and a little later Lisa made an appearance on Jimmy Fallon offering the host Som Tom and Chang beer.

In the headlines today, asthma meds in your beef? Thai authorities uncover a bizarre cattle-doping operation, then a mystery is afoot in Chiang Mai as skeletal remains were found in a foreclosed home, in more nominee crackdowns four have been arrested in a 600-million baht tire factory investigation, in supernatural news a father has drawn criticism after filming his son riding a motorcycle blindfolded and claiming he has clairvoyant abilities, and a little later out with the old and in with the new as Bangkok eyes adding more than 1300 EV garbage trucks to overhaul the fleet.

In the headlines today, new DTV requirements leave applicants scratching their heads as different rules seem to apply at different embassies, then, more than 200 brits have been detained in cannabis smuggling cases linked to Thailand, in Nonthaburi, a woman pursues a case after a violent confrontation with her lawyer neighbor, also, a major protest involving Greenpeace broke out against Thailand's continuing investment in fossil fuels, and a little later a singer in Lampang is facing legal troubles after a performance parodying the now infamous ex-monk.

In the headlines today, a Bangkok Abbot's 2 billion baht hospital donation receives clarification, then, a proposed Phuket Tunnel could reduce the journey to Patong dramatically, in military news a family is seeking answers after a young soldier was found dead at Army camp, in greater Asian news we will indeed be covering the Hyrox soiling story just as the Aussie culprit covered the competition, and a little later some feel good news as a ride-hail driver refunds an Aussie passenger nearly 3500 baht.

In the headlines today, a supreme court precedent is back in the public eye after the high profile arrest of an Ayutthaya abbot, in ASEAN News a ferry fire in the Philippines ends in deadly tragedy, then, Chinese suspects have been arrested after tricking an elderly thai woman in a ritual scam, in trade news, Thailand and India are pushing for deeper economic ties and cross-border QR payments, and finally for feel good friday we have a heartwarming story of a police officer intervening to help a woman living without electricity.

In the headlines today, a police officer has been arrested this morning on suspicion of shooting his wife at a kindergarten, then, the owner of a pit bull was fatally mauled by their pet, in Bangkok, an oil contamination on Rama III has been contained while the source remains unknown; in some bizarre news, a Bangkok man is alleging threats from a massage shop with whom he got into an argument over sexual service payments, and a little later some royal family news as the king and queen renew their aviation licenses.

In the headlines today, a controversial French zoo owner in Koh Samui has been detained ahead of his deportation, then, proposed alcohol regulations raise concerns for Thailand's craft beer industry, in Bangkok, a British pensioner has been repatriated after a romance scam leaves him homeless, in traffic news a 77-year-old woman has been charged after driving her Mercedes on the wrong side of the road, and a little later we have some animal news in the form of an unfortunate soi dog chase as well as a very high reward for a missing cat.

In the headlines today, Thai airways halts several flights to Indonesia as Krakatoa's volcanic ash disrupts air travel, then a missing Kanchanaburi woman's story is under scrutiny after being found safe after a week-long search, then, a worker bus overturns into a canal leaving 24 injuered, in Rayong a data center dispute ends with three chinese nationals on the lamb, in health news, Thailand has officially eliminated Rubella, and a little later the Nene Royal craze continues as she's awarded scholarships ahead of the AGT finale.

In the headlines today, Thailand drops foreign business license requirements for seven service categories, then, a French woman's passing on Koh Samui raises questions about nominee holdings, in Bangkok, a data center has been accused of hoarding fuel without a permit, also, Thailand's friend for hire businesses are finding a growing audience, and a little later some good news for public transport as Bangkok prepares to roll out more than 1500 new electric buses.

In the headlines today, Thailand drops foreign business license requirements for seven service categories, then, a French woman's passing on Koh Samui raises questions about nominee holdings, in Bangkok, a data center has been accused of hoarding fuel without a permit, also, Thailand's friend for hire businesses are finding a growing audience, and a little later some good news for public transport as Bangkok prepares to roll out more than 1500 new electric buses.

In the headlines today, the USS Abraham is set to land in Thailand today, then in Phuket, a haircut dispute turns physical, back in Bangkok in Asok, a man died after falling from an escalator, up in Chiang Mai, authorities are looking for a person who abandoned a newborn child on the side of a road, also, a bizarre trend of Chinese parents sending children to hardship farm camps is gaining attention, and a little later Bangkok is enacting a new policy to give significant protections to old trees in the city.

In the headlines today, will the walls of Pattaya hold as 5,000 American seamen are set to arrive in Pattaya this week, also, Thailand prepares to cute visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days, then, Thailand's nominee business crackdown sees a sharp drop in high-risk registrations, however, a nightclub raid leads to allegations of police nominee schemes, then a little later a Chiang Mai couple claims a supposedly free beauty treatment ended up with an 85,000 THB bill.

In the headlines today, another major fire raged through a shopping center over the weekend, then, an FBI wanted American has been arrested in Phuket on child abuse allegations, over in Jomtien a bar brawl leaves British tourists hospitalized, also down in Koh Larn a speedboat fight brings new restrictions, in business news the government is speaking out regarding a CP-linked firms decision to withdraw from Airport rail link deals, and a little later how far would you go to get out of a massive bar bill, would a little public humiliation do the trick?

In the headlines today, Thailand introduces expanded deportation rules that take effect today, then, Anutin's visit to the border brings condemnation from Cambodia, in Myanmar, a Thai woman has been sentenced as questions remain over her ex-husband's death, back in Bangkok a driver records a blood alcohol content five times the legal limit after sucking on a breathalyzer, in education news the country is set to end any competitive testing or rankings for children under six, and in some feel good news a mystery benefactor has donated 100 million baht to expand Pattaya hospital.

In the headlines today, Thailand is inviting citizens and visitors alike to give feedback on a proposed tourist fee, then, Dengue fever cases climb as well as the associated death toll, in other tragic news deadly flash flood has struck the Nepal-Chinese border leaving hundreds dead or missing, in drug news, testing has confirmed the presence of methamphetamine in so-called 'Zombie Vape' liquid, in bizarre crime news 32 people have been convicted after stealing... shrimp? and a little later we'll take a look at the upcoming American Navy visit as well as Nene Royal's fortunes on America's Got Talent.

In the headlines today, Thailand's unemployment rises as inflation continues to impact pay, then, the Chao Phraya river is set to rise as seven provinces are told to prepare, also, a Chinese tourist jumps from a moving car in order to escape an alleged abduction in Bangkok, over in Pattaya, a paring argument turns violent as a Russian man confronts and Indian national, and a little later the tourism authority of Thailand is looking to turn famous film sets into new tourism routes.

In the headlines today, a Giant Bee Swarm injures more than a dozen near a Pattaya government complex, then, a pokemon trading card dealer has been accused of causing more than 5 million baht in losses, down on Koh Pha Ngan a tourist finally admits to thievery after being confronted with CCTV footage, in trade news Thailand is investigating reported restrictions on herbal inhalers at Chinese trade shows, and a little later a new global ranking of the world's most attractive tourist cities has been released, find out where Bangkok ranks on the list.

In the headlines today, Thailand is reminding travelers to be ready to show proof of funds upon arrival, then in Taiwan a Thai woman is being accused of smuggling 72 heroin capsules inside of her body, back in Bangkok a driver is rejecting claimes that he intentionally rammed a motorcycle carrying a baby, also an ambulance fee dispute allegedly delays a cancer patients hospital trip, and finally in some business news Central Retail takes over 30+ MaxValu stores in a move to expand its Tops brand.

In the headlines today, Suvarnabhumi airport is expanding automated immigration access for 31 more nationalities, then, a Thai emergency doctor warns that hospitals are struggling with a recent surge in patients, in related news a prominent fitness coach tragically passed away after collapsing at Hyrox Bangkok last week, also, a four-year-old was saved in a daring rescue after clinging to the back of a truck for more than 10 kilometers, and finally we have some diplomatic news as Prime Minister Anutin continues his goodwill trip in Australia.

In the headlines today, Bangkok is set to tighten alcohol sales for minors and intoxicated customers, then more nominee business crackdowns as villagers' ID documents were allegedly used to set up dozens of Chinese-owned companies, also, the issue of pre-signed cannabis prescriptions is coming into the spotlight, in ASEAN News Bali has deported hundreds of foreigners staying on the island beyond their visa limitations, and a little later a classic Thaiger story as a woman relieves herself in a place she shouldn't as cameras of course capture the unladylike behavior.

In the headlines today, a crackdown on nominee businesses in Koh Samui sees 60 entities in the crosshairs, then in Phuket, Freedom beach has been shut down after a tourists death and dangerous sea conditions, that's not the only dangerous nature news as four people were injured by a falling tree in Ayutthaya and flash floods sweep tourists off a waterfall in Chiang Mai, and finally back down in Phuket some tourists have been arrested after disturbing neighbors with several incidents of balcony sex.

In the headlines today, a former Thai boy band member was found dead in the chao phraya river with 20kg of concrete in his backpack, then in Nakhon ratchasima an armed group attacked fairgoers leaving six injured, also, an Air Force Sergeant has confessed to drugging and secretly filming three of his partners, in political news the Thai government has rejected claims of leveraging it's US alliance in tariff talks, and a little later an Australian man was slapped with a 32,000 baht bill after a 13 hour stint at a bar, was he ripped off or was it a fair amount?

In the headlines today, foreigners are being warned agains moving to Thailand without a financial safety net, also, new school safety measures are being ruled out nationwide after the nonthaburi shooting, then the Prime minister elucidates certain gun policies, including the fact that you would indeed be breaking the law if you shot a burglar invading your home, down in Phuket six tourists had to be rescued after swimming in rip currents despite red flag warnings, and finally in some feel good news Phuket Rocker Nene Royal has rocked her way to the next round of America's Got Talent

In the headlines today, there's an unfortunate update in the Nonthaburi shooting as the death toll reaches 9, also, more gun violence in Nonthaburi after a former MP shoots an official dead and appears to receive preferential treatment in his arrest, in environmental news an unknown oily substance washes ashore in Koh Larn, then in Hua Hin, foreign property owners have been caught in a Hua Hin nominee investigation, and a little later in ASEAN news we'll give an update on the wildfires that are currently raging through Indonesia.

In the headlines today, we have updates related to the school shooting that took place in Nonthaburi last Friday, in related news we'll find out exactly where Thailand ranks in terms of fire-arm related crime in Southeast Asia, later, a car smashes through a childcare center injuring 16, in crime news a woman has been arrested for selling unapproved weightloss pens that appear to be growing in popularity, and finally a Norwegian man who'd become homeless and overstayed his visa by more than 3 years is set to be repatriated to his home.

In the headlines today, Thailand's tourism numbers continue to dip as Vietnam closes the gap, then seven sinkholes open up and prompt emergency measures in Kohn Kaen, in crim new a livestock farm was linked to a 93-million baht laundering network and gold robbers in Chiang Rai escaped across the border to Laos, and littler later a possible case of cultural misunderstanding has divided the internet as a foreigner appears to take offerings from a spirit house.

In the headlines today, a couple of freak accidents occur involving a lightning strike on a football field and a sanctuary tiger attack end in tragedy, then at the airport Chinese passengers were barred from a flight after swarming for a Chinese celebrity, in crime news a Pakistani passenger was jailed and banned from Thailand over an in-flight assault and a Swedish interpol suspect has been arrested in Phuket, and a little later a new ranking of best retirement destinations has been released, find out where Thailand ranks.

In today’s news… Thailand moves to tighten deportation rules for foreigners, a British tourist is found dead in a Phuket hotel, Bangkok disputes UN claims over the Cambodia conflict. A man nearly dies after a severe infection linked to raw seafood, and a 130-million-year-old dinosaur fossil is discovered in Chaiyaphum.”

In the headlines today, the Prime Minister has met with the family of the murdered Russian siblings and assured them of justice, in Narathiwat a drug raid ends in tragedy for two police officers, then, a funeral shooting ends in a deadly police siege, we also have a couple of bizarre stories, one involving a Thai singer taking legal action over an in-flight meal injury, and another involving a missing person who was apparently just taking a social media detox, and finally Japanese city-pop art is making its way to Bangkok.