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WORLD2d agoThailand moves to seize US$1 billion in scam assets from money laundering groupThai authorities have vowed to seize more than US$1 billion in assets from a group accused of laundering proceeds from Southeast Asia-based scam syndicates. A criminal court issued arrest warrants on Tuesday for the alleged ringleader, South African Benjamin Mauerberger, his Thai wife Cattaliya Beevor, Cambodian businessman Yim Leak and four others, police said. Media reports have previously linked Smith, also known as Ben Smith, to transnational scam operations in Cambodia, part of a...South China Morning Post
CONFLICT3d agoViolence Flares Again in Thailand’s Deep SouthWith a pro-military government in power and nationalism on the rise, locals fear further escalation.Foreign Policy
POLITICS6d agoIndia Foreign Ministry Holds Live Briefing on Prime Minister Upcoming Visit to Thailand and Sri LankaIndia's Foreign Ministry is holding a live briefing regarding the Prime Minister's upcoming visit to Thailand and Sri Lanka. This signals important diplomatic engagements and strengthens bilateral relations between these countries.lankanewspapers.com · Sri Lanka
DISASTER6d agoHeavy rain forecast for southern Thailand as upper regions face stormsFlash floods and fast-flowing run-off could affect the South, while gusts and lightning are forecast in upper Thailand. Waves will exceed two metres in thundershowers.nationthailand · thailand
BUSINESSOct 19Emirates Holidays releases Thailand PassEmirates Holidays has introduced a 'Thailand Pass,' likely a travel package or offering related to visiting Thailand. This indicates a new product release in the travel and tourism sector.ttrweekly.com · Thailand
BUSINESSOct 18Thailand Tourism Drops Amid Safety Fears and Visa ShiftsThailand's tourism sector is experiencing a decline due to concerns about safety and changes in visa policies. This affects the country's economy and its travel industry.chiangraitimes.com · Thailand
CYBEROct 16Thailand Introduces New Mobile Banking Rules to Combat Scam GangsThailand has implemented new mobile banking regulations aimed at countering scam gangs. This measure seeks to enhance financial security and protect citizens from cybercrime.chiangraitimes.com · Thailand
WORLDOct 5One day behind bars: Students and incarcerated women break prison stigma in Thailand“Your mind follows the thread, one by one, row by row. You know? It’s like meditation. I don’t like machines.”UN News