In this video, we'll take a look at the breaking news out of Pattaya, Thailand. This includes reports of gangsters in police uniforms, as well as other strange and exciting stories from the city.If you're interested in Thai culture or just want to be up to date on the latest news out of Pattaya, then this video is for you! We'll take a look at the stories that are making headlines, and discuss what this means for the city as a whole. Stay tuned for more exciting reports from Pattaya!--Bangkok Airways applies now weighing passengers before boardingBangkok Airways has introduced weight measurement for all passengers before boarding, effective until October 31st, assuring that the information obtained will be kept confidential.Source - The Phuket NewsThe gangsters in police uniformIn a shocking incident that exposed a chilling police-mafia alliance, a group of officers watched a fellow cop gunned down by a gang without intervening.Source - The Bangkok PostAmerican man faces dilemma as Thai girlfriend’s parents demand 1 million baht dowryAn American man asked netizens for advice on what to do after his Thai girlfriend’s family demanded a million baht dowry, known as sinsod in Thailand. He said he loved her very much but was not a foolish farang.Source - The Thaiger News - AseannowRussian MMA fighter Khusein, twin brother arrested for kidnap, torture, extortion in PhuketPHUKET: Well-known MMA fighter Khusein Askhabov and his twin brother Khasan have been arrested in connection with three Kazakh nationals forcing their way into an Italian man’s villa at a resort in Cherng Talay and holding him bound and gagged while beating him for information in an hours-long ordeal that ended with the three men flying out of Phuket to Dubai after robbing the Italian man of more than B12 million in personal belongings.Source - The Phuket News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this Thailand news show, we're covering the latest news from Phuket including the latest developments in the case of Thaksin Shinawatra and his application for a Royal PARDON.We also have an update on the situation at Phuket Airport. Be sure to check out this Thailand news show for all the latest updates on Phuket and Thailand politics!--Delivery riders seek crash aidA group of delivery motorcycle riders has called on the Ministry of Labour to provide them with legal protection and financial compensation if they are involved in road accidents.Source - The Bangkok PostBreaking News - Thaksin submits application for royal clemencyConvicted former prime minister Ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra, who recently began serving an 8-year prison term and is currently receiving medical treatment in the Police General Hospital in Bangkok, has already submitted a petition for royal clemency.Source - Thai PBS WorldHandout set to be based on tokensThe new government is expected to issue utility tokens to support its digital wallet scheme, with the plan requiring the approval of the Bank of Thailand as tokens are currently prohibited for use as payment...Source - The Bangkok PostPhuket airport chief confirms app taxis welcome from Sept 1Monchai Tanode, General Manager of Phuket International Airport, today (Aug 30) announced that taxi drivers who are hired through ride-sharing apps will be allowed to pick up passengers at Phuket International Airport, starting this Friday (Sept 1).Source - The Phuket NewsElite Card price to be increased by 50%Thailand Elite Card is preparing to raise its minimum membership price by 50% to 900,000 baht, from 600,000 baht.Source - The Bangkok Post--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this news video, we're covering the latest in Thailand including Thai companies imprisoning critics and the Elite Visa application process. Plus, we'll take a look at the new airport taxi service in Phuket.Don't miss the latest news from Thailand as it unfolds in this video! Thanks for watching!--Srettha plays down talk of reform as Sutin emerges as defence ministerAs Pheu Thai Party decides to nominate one of its deputy leaders, Sutin Klungsang, as defence minister, Prime Minister-elect Srettha Thavisin is playing down expectations that there will be any radical reform of the military under his new administration.Source - Thai PBS WorldPhuket airport to welcome all taxi app driversPhuket International Airport will open its doors to taxis from all ride-hailing applications, allowing them to pick up passengers from this Friday (Sept 1), reports the Phuket Info Center, operated under the Phuket office of the Ministry of Interior.Source - The Phuket NewsThai companies should not be able to jail their criticsThailand's judiciary has been playing a pivotal role in recent weeks as powerful elites sought to obstruct, harass and silence elements of society they consider a threat, including the Move Forward Party, which captured the most votes in the election held in May.Source - Nikkei AsiaThailand Elite visa membership fees set to increaseThailand Privilege Card Co (TPC), the operator of the Thailand Elite membership program for foreigners, is planning to revamp its packages and increase prices.Subdistrict chiefs grilled over illegal houses near Phuket airportPHUKET: Thalang District Chief Bancha Thanu-in has ordered the chiefs of the Thepkrasattri Tambon Administration Organisation (OrBorTor) and the Sakhu OrBorTor to investigate 49 houses believed to have been built illegally within their areas.Source - The Phuket News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

Check out this breaking news story from Thailand - the Thai government is considering extending tourist visas to 90 days! This would make Thailand one of the few countries in the world to offer such a long visa period!In addition, the Patong nightlife is set to continue into the early hours of the morning - with bars staying open until 4am! This heatwave has been good for business, with locals and tourist alike flocking to the lively nightlife in Patong. Will these changes result in longer stays in Thailand for visitors? We'll have to wait and see... but for now, enjoy the news and the amazing Phuket lifestyle!--24-7 opening hours for U-Tapao airport only, not Pattaya: govtPermission for the around-the-clock operations of entertainment places in the U-Tapao airport complex in Rayong province does not apply to nearby Pattaya and Rayong, according to the government.Source - The Bangkok PostPM to look into extending tourist visas to 90 daysThe new government will consider extending tourist visa validities from 30 days to 90 days and the easing of immigration procedures, to make them more convenient for foreign tourists, said Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, responding to call from tourism business operators for the government to boost the tourism industry.Source - Thai PBS WorldPatong bar late trading ‘possible’, says SretthaPHUKET: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin during his visit to Bangla Rd in Patong last night (Aug 25) told local bar operators that extending the closing time for entertainment venues from 2am to 4am was ‘possible’.Source - The Phuket NewsBar off Bangla caught with underage hostessPHUKET: Just hours after Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin conducted his visit to Bangla Rd in Patong last night, police moved in and charged a bar operator for having a minor work as a hostess at a venue serving alcohol, and for having a minor work inappropriate hours.Source - The Phuket NewsNew govt 'must act'The incoming government must take urgent action to stimulate the economy by injecting budget funds into the system, academics and businesspeople said.Source - The Bangkok Post--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this video, we’re covering the latest news in Phuket and Pattaya, including the 10,000 THB digital wallet plan and the crackdown on road safety. Stay safe in Thailand this summer and don’t fall victim to crime!--Activists seek answers about ‘favours’ for ThaksinActivists on Thursday pressed authorities to look into whether Thaksin Shinawatra received a special favour when he was admitted to Police General Hospital just hours after he started his eight-year prison term.Source - The Bangkok PostPT to stick to digital wallet planSrettha Thavisin of the Pheu Thai Party announced the party's 10,000-baht digital wallet policy at a campaign rally in April.Source - The Bangkok PostRoad safety campaign inches forwardThe Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office (DDPM-Phuket) is to create a map to be handed out to tourists highlighting the main roads across the island and the locations of the “high risk” points. The map is to be featured in three languages, the Phuket Road Safety Committee has announced.Source - The Phuket News - Thaiger NewsGrab driver smashes tour bus window in road rage disputeLocal police were called to defuse a road rage incident between a tour bus driver and a Grab motorcycle driver on the main road through Pa Khlok (Route 4027) yesterday (Aug 23).Source - The Phuket News - Thaiger News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this video, we'll be covering the latest news in Thailand including the sentencing of Thaksin Shinawatra and the confirmation of Thavisin as the new Prime Minister.Whether you're a fan of Thaksin or not, this news will definitely be of interest to you. Stay tuned to our channel for all the latest updates in Thailand's political landscape.--Srettha becomes the 30th prime minister of ThailandFormer real estate tycoon Srettha Thavisin has been selected as the 30th prime minister of Thailand on Tuesday, after having received overwhelming support from members of parliament and senators in a joint sitting.Source - Thai PBS World8-year term for ThaksinThaksin Shinawatra has begun serving his eight-year prison sentence after appearing at the Supreme Court on Tuesday morning following his return to the country after 15 years abroad.Source - The Bangkok PostFacebook in Thailand threatened with closureThe Thai authorities will seek a Court order to shut down the Facebook platform in the country, because they claim that the social media service has accepted advertising fees from fake investment scams, which have allegedly cheated more than 200,000 Thais.Source - Thai PBS WorldAmerican with ‘weed blower’ spurs Bangla checksPHUKET: A foreign man offering people to be doused with a cloud a marijuana smoke on Bangla Rd is what prompted the cannabis checks on the popular party street in Patong, Phuket Provincial Police have explained.Source - The Phuket News - Thaiger News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

A foreign owned website that provides information on selling sex in Phuket and Pattaya has had its website closed down by the Thai authorities. The website, which was registered to a company in the United Kingdom, was shut down after complaints were made to the authorities.This is a significant victory for the Thai government, which has been fighting to crackdown on the sale of sex since the election of the military junta in 2014. The website was one of the most popular sources of information on the sale of sex in Thailand, and its closure will hopefully help to reduce the demand for sex trafficking in Thailand.--Poll respondents disagree with Pheu Thai’s “government of reconciliation”Most respondents to a Nida Poll disagree with the Pheu Thai party partnering with the two junta-linked parties, Palang Pracharath and United Thai Nation, to form a “government of reconciliation”, and most would prefer Paetongtarn Shinawatra as Thailand’s next prime minister.Source - Thai PBS WorldObservers question Thaksin's returnFugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's latest announcement on his return to Thailand is seen as a reflection of his confidence in Pheu Thai's formation of a new government, but some political observers remain sceptical about his trip.Source - The Bangkok PostBiggest Sex for Sale website shut down by police unit in early morning raid targeting foreignersA recent operation led by a specialized task force, mandated by Prime Minister Prayut Chan Ocha, aimed at countering online criminal activity involving foreigners in Thailand. Targeted activities tarnishing the country's image and causing public inconvenience.Source - The Thai ExaminerTourist data shows numbers on track to reach annual target, ministry saysThe number of foreign tourists visiting Thailand during the second week of August totalled 577,136, the Tourism Ministry announced, saying the number aligned with the target set for this year. About 82,500 foreign tourists stepped foot on Thai soil from August 7 to 13, with the highest number arriving from China. Malaysians, South Koreans, Indians and Japanese followed, in that order, officials said.Source - The Nation ThailandNo weed violations on Bangla, say policePHUKET: Patong police confirmed there were no violations committed following a random inspection to detect any infringements of marijuana laws on Bangla Road last night.Source - The Phuket news--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this video, we'll bring you the latest news from Thailand including the shocking story of a callous manager who sacks a grieving employee. We'll also bring you the latest news from Bangkok including the announcement of a new Prime Minister imminently!Here in the Thai Expat Daily Show we bring you the Phuket Nerws and keep you up to date on the latest developments in thailand. So make sure to check us out for all the latest news and events from Thailand!--Lengthy parliamentary debate expected during PM selection on August 22ndPheu Thai party’s prime ministerial candidate does not need to give a vision statement during the joint sitting of parliament, scheduled on August 22nd to select the prime minister, said House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha at a press conference today (Friday).Source - Thai PBS WorldBookings down as China slumpsChina's economic woes are pressuring inbound tourism during the Golden Week holiday in October, leading to sluggish forward bookings, according to tourism operators.Source - The Bangkok PostHotel’s threat to sack bereaved woman decriedThe Ministry of Labour is investigating a five-star hotel that allegedly fired one of its employees who had to take time off work to take care of her dying mother.Source - The Bangkok PostPhuket joins crackdown on Chinese rip-off schemes at templesPhuket Tourist Police and tourism officials have begun their inspections of temples across Phuket to ensure they comply with an edict by the Sangha Supreme Council to not allow foreigners to rent areas at temples in order to profit from tourists.Source - The Phuket News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this video, we'll share the latest Thailand news including reports of Kuwaitis causing chaos in Pattaya and massage shop raids.Whether you're a Thai resident or a tourist, this news will be of interest to you. We'll update you on the latest Thai news as it happens, so stay tuned!--I’m a victim of political persecution : PitaMove Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat has questioned whether he had been a victim of political persecution by the Election Commission (EC). He wrote in his Facebook post today that he would like to know whether the investigative committee had concluded its findings before the EC asked the Constitutional Court to suspend him from performing duty as an MP, even though the EC claims that the investigation process and its petition to the Charter Court are separate issues.Source - Thai PBS WorldConstitutional Court dismisses Move Forward Party’s petition, clearing path for the next prime ministerial votingThe Constitutional Court’s unanimous decision to dismiss the Move Forward Party (MFP)’s petition to rule on the constitutionality of the rejection of MFP leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s renomination by the 394 parliamentarians means that the upcoming Prime Minister (PM) voting can now proceed.Source - Thai EnquirerKuwaiti Motorcyclist Slams into Power Pole in PattayaA Kuwaiti tourist crashed his motorbike into a power pole in the small hours of Wednesday, August 16th. He suffered only minor scratches and injuries and was taken to a hospital by his friends.Source - The Pattaya NewsPatong massage parlour raids continuePHUKET: Patong Police have raided another massage parlour whose owner was caught operating the venue without a licence.Source - The Phuket News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

Thailand News - SEX Drug Party Raided | Are TOURISTS safe in Pattaya?Do tourists in Pattaya still feel safe? This week, authorities raided a sex drug party and arrested dozens of people, including foreigners. Is this the sign that Pattaya is losing its appeal to tourists?--Foreign nationals arrested at drug party in BangkokPolice conducted a raid on a luxury house in Saphan Sung district of Bangkok on Friday, resulting in the arrest of nine foreign nationals.Source - The Bangkok PostPheu Thai coalition 'done'The Pheu Thai Party has now sealed a deal with the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) and United Thai Nation (UTN) Party in which the two parties have agreed to vote for Pheu Thai's prime ministerial candidate in exchange for slices of the cabinet quota cake, according to a source.Source - The Bangkok PostPattaya Police Raid Major Nightclub for Drugs and Overstayers, But Find Nothing WrongPattaya police raided a major nightclub catering mostly to Thai nationals on Third Road around 1:00 A.M. this morning, August 12th, 2023, but despite disrupting an evening of partying and fun for over a hundred people found nothing wrong.Source - The Pattaya NewsB34bn Koh Samui bridge project starts public hearingsThe Express Authority of Thailand (Exat) held the first public hearing for its plan to build a 20-kilometre bridge linking the mainland to Koh Samui, with construction due to start in 2028.Source - The Bangkok Post--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this video, we're sharing the latest news from Pattaya and Phuket. As of today, 10,000 Thai Baht (about US$258) will be given to all Thai citizens as a sign of goodwill. Additionally, the visa requirements for Chinese tourists to Thailand have been eased. This is great news for Phuket and Pattaya tourists, who now have more options when it comes to travelling to Thailand. Be sure to check out the latest news from these beach towns today!--Tourist visa requirements eased for Chinese visitorshe government has further relaxed its tourist visa requirements and shortened the standard time required for approving visas for Chinese visitors in a bid to make the process easier for people visiting the country.Source - The Bangkok PostPheu Thai to revive ‘digital wallet’The Pheu Thai Party intends to reintroduce its 10,000-baht digital wallet programme once the government it is forming takes office, says deputy secretary-general Paopoom Rojanasakul.Source - The Bangkok PostPatong massage parlour raidedPHUKET: Police have raided a massage parlour in Patong that was operating without a licence and providing masseuses under the age of 18.Source - The Phuket NewsPatong officials arrested for corruptionTwo officials at Patong Municipality have been arrested for extorting B250,000 from a business owner wanting to change the permit of use for his building under the Building Control Act 1979. The two also demanded an extra B50,000 for ‘services rendered’.Source - The Phuket News - Thaiger NewsDon Mueang police slammed for being lenient towards aggressive foreignerPolice officers at Don Mueang International Airport have been criticised by netizens for not using cracking down on an aggressive Chinese tourist who caused a commotion at the airport in Bangkok on Wednesday night.Source - The Nation Thailand--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this breaking news story, Pheu Thai party bosses have been accused of betraying their voters by signing a deal with the Bhumjaithai Party and Anutin Charnvirakul.Stay up to date on the latest news in Phuket with this breaking news story. You won't want to miss what happened this morning as foreigners admit to murder and Pheu Thai party bosses betray their voters. Stay connected with us for the latest Thailand news as it happens!--Pheu Thai party slammed on social media for betraying its votersThe Pheu Thai party slogan, “Chase Away the Mouse, Strike the Cobra”, which was used in the general election campaign in Si Sa Ket province, has top trended on Twitter (X), after the party announced their partnership with the Bhumjaithai party to become the core in the formation of the new government.Source - Thai PBS WorldTaxi drivers protest against Pheu Thai-Bhumjaithai coalitionSeveral groups of taxi drivers gathered in front of Pheu Thai headquarters today (Tuesday), to express their disagreement over the Pheu Thai-Bhumjaithai bid to form a government.Source - Thai PBS WorldSpanish chef admits to Koh Phangan killingA Spanish chef has admitted to killing his Colombian surgeon lover and dismembering his body before dumping parts in a landfill on Koh Phangan and his head and other parts in the sea, police say.Source - The Bangkok PostGerman man, 52, drowns at KaronPHUKET: A 52-year-old German tourist drowned at Karon Beach while playing in the water with his 11-year-old son last night (Aug 7).Source - The Phuket News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this Thailand news update, we report on the latest news in the Thai political scene. The Prime Minister vote has been CANCELEED AGAIN, and it seems that the Thai Prime Minister may be unable to take office soon. We also report on the latest breaking news in Pattaya. Finally, we cover the latest in Phuket xtra, including a report on Maya Bay. stay safe out there!--Pheu Thai dumps MFP, forming new coalitionThe Pheu Thai Party, which came second in the May 14 general election, has dumped the election-winning Move Forward Party (MFP) and will move to form its own coalition government because the MFP insists on amending the lese majeste law.Source - The Bangkok PostCharter Court postpones Pita’s renomination case to August 16The Constitutional Court decided today (Thursday) to postpone to August 16 the consideration of the ombudsman’s petition for the court to rule on the constitutionality of parliament’s decision, by a majority vote, to reject the renomination of Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat as prime minister.Source - Thai PBS WorldThaksin likely to postpone his return to Thailand amid delay in government formationFormer prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is likely to postpone his return to Thailand due to ongoing uncertainties over the formation of a new government, a source familiar with the matter said on Thursday.Source - The Nation ThailandMaya Bay closing for natural rehabilitationKRABI: Maya Bay, made world famous by the Hollywood blockbuster ‘The Beach’ starring Leonardo DiCaprio 23 years ago, will be closed for two months during the monsoon season for the purposes of natural rehabilitation.Source - The Phuket News - The Bangkok Post--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this video, we'll discuss the latest news in Thailand, including police plans to target foreign biker gangs and the visa fee waiver. Stay up to date with the latest news in Thailand by watching this video! We'll discuss the latest news in Thailand, including the police plans to target foreign biker gangs and the visa fee waiver. Don't miss out on any breaking news in Thailand, stay tuned!--Pheu Thai bloc 'excludes Move Forward'The Pheu Thai Party is cobbling together a 302-seat government without the Move Forward Party (MFP) and will nominate property tycoon Srettha Thavisin as prime minister in the next round of voting scheduled for August 4th.Source – The Bangkok PostCall for reintroduction of visa fee waiver schemeTourism operators want the government to reintroduce a visa fee waiver scheme in a bid to boost Chinese and Indian arrivals within this year after experiencing tepid recovery in several key markets.Source – The Bangkok PostDriving out the gangsThe Royal Thai Police (RTP) will now look into five major biker gangs based in the country after arresting the leader, an Austrian national, and some members of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club in Pattaya on July 21.Source – The Bangkok Post – the Phuket NewsB11m bill gives hotel owner joltThe Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) on Monday apologized to a small hotel owner in Surat Thani's Koh Samui district for miscalculating her usage and sending her a bill for more than 11 million baht...Source – The Bangkok Post – Thai PBS World--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this video, you'll watch as Phuket's rich Russian invasion continues! You'll see as Russian businessmen and their families move into some of the most exclusive resorts on the island, and soon Phuket will be nothing like it has been before.So what does this mean for the locals? Well, it means more competition for jobs, lower wages, and less opportunity for the locals. But don't worry, the Russians seem to be having a lot of fun. In this video, you'll see for yourself as the Russian invasion of Phuket continues!Thanathorn queried over Thaksin claimsThanathorn Juangroongruangkit, the leader of the Progressive Movement and key supporter of the Move Forward Party (MFP), has been questioned if he has made a political deal with Thaksin Shinawatra, the de facto leader of the Pheu Thai Party.Source - The Bangkok PostBody of missing foreign man found on Freedom BeachPHUKET: The body of the Senegalese man washed into the sea by strong waves at Freedom Beach on Friday (July 28) has been found this morning (July 30) near the location where he was last seen swimming.Source - The Phuket NewsRussian Elites Are Transforming Thailand’s Biggest Island as They Become More Unwelcome in the WestThailand has long been a top destination for tourists. But one group in particular is now flocking to Phuket, the country’s largest island: Russian elites.Sources - Bloomberg News - Robbo ReportForeign tourist dies after drinking ganja tea in PattayaA foreign tourist collapsed and died inside a marijuana café on Pattaya’s Walking Street early Sunday after drinking a cup of marijuana tea, police said.Source - The Nation Thailand--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this Thailand news video, we're reporting on the latest development in the saga of Thaksin Shinawatra. It looks like the eccentric former Prime Minister will be making a return to Thailand on August 10th, and foreign residents and tourists will be paying more for Parks and historical sites.Whether you're a fan of Thaksin or not, this video is sure to have you interested in the latest news from Thailand. Stay up to date on the latest developments in the ongoing saga of Thaksin Shinawatra with xtra!Heavy rain forecast for most of Thailand from July 29th to August 1stPeople living in northern, north-eastern, central and southern Thailand can expect heavy to very heavy rain and accumulations, which may cause flash floods and overflows, especially along waterways and lowland from July 29th to August 1st, according to the Meteorological Department.Source - Thai PBS WorldThailand charges foreigners’ higher fees to enter historical sitesThe Cabinet meeting on July 25 approved the proposal to increase entrance fees for foreigners at historic sites. The revised rates apply to registered historical sites and 72 national museums, except that Thai nationals will retain the same rates as they have since 2008.Source - Khaosod EnglishCharter Court to consider ombudsman’s petition on August 3rdThailand’s Constitutional Court has scheduled a meeting on August 3rd to consider whether to accept for consideration the ombudsman’s petition for the court to rule on the constitutionality of the July 19th decision by parliament, by a majority vote, to reject Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s renomination for the prime ministerial post.Source - Thai PBS WorldThaksin to return on Aug 10Fugitive former premier Thaksin Shinawatra is scheduled to return to Thailand on August 10, after 17 years of self-imposed exile, his youngest daughter Paetongtarn announced on Wednesday in a Facebook posting.Her announcement was made on her father’s 74th birthday.Source - The Bangkok Post - Thai PBS World Phuket airport to create an ‘all taxi’ areaPHUKET: Phuket International Airport will have an ‘all taxi’ area where all legally registered, legally operating taxis can pick up tourists at the island’s key tourism portal.Source - The Phuket News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

Breaking news in Pattaya, Phuket: Prime Minister Vote POSTPONED Indefinitely! Stay up to date with the latest news and updates as it happens.--TAT: Long holiday could bring B2.2bn to Phuket The long holiday at the end of the month is expected to generate more than 2 billion baht in tourism revenue for Phuket, according to the local office of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).Source - The Bangkok PostParliament vote for PM postponed indefinitelyParliament President Wan Muhamad Noor Matha has indefinitely postponed Thursday's planned joint sitting to vote for a new prime minister, pending a Constitutional Court ruling on the rejected renomination of Move Forward Party leader Pita Limjaroenrat.Source - The Bangkok PostSenior police in hot water after raid on illegal pubsRatchaburi Provincial Police have launched a probe into five senior officers at Ban Pong police station following a raid on two unlicensed pubs where 77 customers tested positive for drugs early on Saturday.Source - The Bangkok Post - Thai PBS WorldAussie MP ‘cautious’ over Phuket’s cannabis stateA Member of Parliament of the Australian state of Victoria has voiced his concerns over lack of awareness regarding the laws regulating the use of cannabis and how the availability of marijuana on the island may land tourists, especially Australians, in trouble.Source - The Phuket News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thaiexpatdailyshow #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this news video, we'll share the latest headlines from Thailand including reports of foreigners behaving badly and the next Prime Minister.If you're looking for the latest news from Thailand, then you'll want to watch this video! We'll share reports of foreigners behaving badly and the next Prime Minister, as well as the latest headlines from all the major news outlets in Thailand. Keep up to date with the latest news from Thailand and be sure to Subscribe to our channel for more updates!--Pheu Thai solicits coalition supportBoth the Bhumjaithai Party and Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) say they will not join a coalition government being formed by the Pheu Thai Party if the Move Forward Party (MFP) remains in the eight-party bloc.Source - The Bangkok PostBiker club leader arrested after German man’s murderCHON BURI: Police arrested four foreign suspects, including the leader of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club in Pattaya, in a raid connected to a club member’s alleged murder of Hans Peter Walter Mack, a German property broker in Nong Prue district.Source - The Phuket News - The Bangkok PostOfficials use envoys meeting to highlight law-breaking foreignersPHUKET: A special meeting with consuls and honorary consuls from across the island was held at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday (July 19) to discuss a range of issues, with Thai officials focussing on foreigners committing crimes on the island.Source - The Phuket NewsPolice tase foreigner to stop rampage on parked carsPHUKET: A foreign man was tased by police to stop his rampage on cars parked at a convenience store near where he was staying before being taken to Vachira Phuket Hospital yesterday.Source - The Phuket NewsImmigration officers transferred after providing VIP escort to Chinese starThe Immigration Police Bureau has ordered the transfers of nine immigration officers from Suvarnabhumi Airport, after they were seen in viral video clips escorting Chinese superstar Jackson Wang.Source - Thai PBS World--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

Thailand News - Pheu Thai ready to LEAD, Russians arrested for WORKING ILLEGALLYGet the latest headlines in Pattaya and Phuket from Thailand News – the world's leading online news source for Thailand. Find out what's happening in the headlines and read about the latest news in Thailand.--Prayut calls for calmOutgoing Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha appealed for calm on Thursday, after supporters of the Move Forward leader, whose hopes of becoming prime minister have been dashed, conducted two noisy but peaceful gatherings.Source - Thai PBS WorldPheu Thai primed to form govtThe Pheu Thai Party has emerged in pole position to form a new government after parliament on Wednesday rejected a bid to renominate Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat for a prime ministerial vote, citing a parliamentary meeting regulation.Source - The Bangkok PostJordanian man arrested for working illegally as a barber in PatongPHUKET: A Jordanian man has been arrested in Patong for working illegally as a barber serving foreign tourists.Source - The Phuket News - Thaiger NewsRussian women arrested for working illegally at beauty salonOfficers from Phuket Immigration have arrested three Russian women for working illegally at a beauty salon in Cherng Talay.Source - The Phuket News - Thaiger News--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #phuketnewsSupport the show

In this Thailand news video, you'll learn about the MVP plan to DEMILITARIZE Thailands Armed Forces. This is a big news story and we've got the latest details for you.So what is the MVP plan, and why is it so important? Well, the MVP plan is a strategy to gradually reduce the size of the Thai Army over the next five years. This is a major step forward for Thai democracy and freedom, and we're excited to see how the plan will progress. Stay tuned for more Thailand news as it comes in!--Talks fail: No accord on Pita's renominationRepresentatives of the coalition allies, other political parties and senators cannot agree on the legality of Pita Limjaroenrat's renomination for prime minister and the joint parliament will debate the issue on Wednesday, when the second round of voting is scheduled.Source - The Bangkok PostMove Forward submits 7 bills for 'change'The Move Forward Party has submitted seven bills intended to "demilitarise" the armed forces and "demonopolise" the economy. The draft legislation was submitted on Tuesday by a group of Move Forward MPs led by Parit Wacharasindhu, and accepted by a representative of the House speaker.Source - The Bangkok PostPheu Thai to nominate Srettha as PM if Pita fails again : PaetongtarnThe Pheu Thai party will nominate Srettha Thavisin as a prime ministerial candidate in parliament, if Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat fails again to get his candidacy approved by the joint sitting of tomorrow (Wednesday), Paetongtarn Shinawatra said Tuesday.Source - Thai PBS WorldPhang Nga airport ‘needed’BANGKOK: The Joint Public and Private Sector Consultative Committee (JPPSCC) in the Andaman provinces has urged Airports of Thailand (AoT) to continue its feasibility study on Phang Nga Airport.Source - The Phuket News14.15m foreign arrivals so far this yearThailand received 14.15 million foreign visitors from Jan 1 to July 16, with spending of 588 billion baht (US$17.11 billion), the Tourism and Sports Ministry said on Tuesday.Source - The Bangkok Post--Want to support the show? Then why not buy me a coffee! You can do so by following the link belowhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/thaiexpatshow--Interested in starting your own podcast like the Thai Expat Daily Show? I use Buzzsprout and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It makes everything super easy. Sign up today to get on the path to making great podcasts!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1751572--Check out our website and forum - https://www.thaiexpatdailyshow.com--LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every dayhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8khQ_NapVMDiW09oqL-rw--Listen to our podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon or on our podcast website: https://thaiexpatdailyshow.buzzsprout.com--Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thaiexpatdailyshow--#thaiexpatdailyshow #thailandnews #thailandelection2023Support the show