Thailand Daily News on July 14, 2025, covers a variety of news and incidents across Thailand. It highlights controversial immigration policies, such as a new fast-track lane for Chinese travelers, and reports on criminal activities, including a 100-kilometer police chase involving stolen diesel and the arrest of a Chinese national for kidnapping. The dispatch also details an international incident where a former Thai ranger attacked a Cambodian officer, and an airstrike by Burmese forces near the Thai border. Furthermore, it covers local events in Pattaya, specifically a mechanic fatally assaulting a customer and the city's efforts to improve crosswalk safety. The source concludes with general information like the daily weather forecast, exchange rates, and gold prices.

Topics for today's broadcast:
Immigration: Chinese Travelers Get Their Own Lane
100-Kilometer Police Chase Over Stolen Diesel
Thai Ranger Attacks Cambodian Officer
Chinese Kidnapper Arrested
Airstrike on KNLA Positions
Pattaya: Mechanic Beats Customer to Death
Pattaya Pushes for Safer Crosswalks

Weather Forecast for July 14, 2025
Bangkok – Mostly cloudy – 31°C (88°F)
Pattaya – Heavily overcast – 31°C (88°F)
Phuket – Light rain – 29°C (84°F)
Koh Samui – Heavily overcast – 32°C (90°F)
Chiang Mai – Heavily overcast – 28°C (82°F)

Exchange Rates for July 14, 2025
1 USD = 32.40 Thai Baht
1 GBP = 43.86 Thai Baht
1 Euro = 37.90 Thai Baht
1 CHF = 40.72 Thai Baht

Gold Price for July 14, 2025
1 Baht Gold = 51,450 Thai Baht

Thailand News – Double Standards Even at Immigration – Pattaya, July 14, 2025

Podcast Pattaya July 14, 2025
Thailand weather today from: Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai
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Current gold price in Thailand
Sources: X, Thai Enquirer, Bangkok Post, Khaosod English, The Pattaya News, Pattaya Mail

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This Thai news report covers a variety of current events and societal issues within Thailand. It highlights the confusion surrounding new alcohol laws during Buddhist holidays, particularly for tourists, and addresses a significant scandal impacting Buddhist temples across the country. The report also touches on international relations, with China offering to mediate between Thailand and Cambodia, and discusses domestic safety concerns following a tour bus crash. Finally, it notes a public disturbance caused by tourists in Pattaya and shares a heartwarming story about a beloved pygmy hippopotamus's birthday, showcasing local interest and conservation efforts.

Topics for today's broadcast:
Chaos over Thailand’s Alcohol Laws
Scandal Shakes Thai Temples
China Offers to Mediate Between Thailand and Cambodia
Tour Bus Crash Sparks Safety Fears
Pattaya: Koreans Cause Chaos in Restaurant
Moo Deng Celebrates First Birthday

Weather Forecast for July 12, 2025
Bangkok – Mostly Cloudy – 29°C / 84°F
Pattaya – Mostly Cloudy – 29°C / 84°F
Phuket – Light Rain – 28°C / 82°F
Koh Samui – Mostly Cloudy – 30°C / 86°F
Chiang Mai – Light Rain – 25°C / 77°F

Exchange Rates for July 12, 2025
1 USD = 32.39 Thai baht
1 GBP = 43.79 Thai baht
1 Euro = 37.95 Thai baht
1 CHF = 40.70 Thai baht

Gold Price for July 12, 2025
1 Baht Gold = 51,350 Thai Baht

Thailand News – Chaos over Thailand’s Alcohol Laws – Pattaya, July 12, 2025

Podcast Pattaya July 12, 2025
Thailand weather today from: Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai
Current exchange rate USD, GBP, EUR THB, CHF THB
Current gold price in Thailand
Sources:  The Pattaya News, Bangkok Post, X, Thai Enquirer, Pattaya Mail, Khaosod English

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This Thai news report from July 10, 2025, highlights several pressing national and local issues. Economically, Thailand faces a significant tourism downturn, especially with Chinese visitors, and a looming customs crisis due to potential U.S. tariffs that could severely impact exports. Politically, there's controversy surrounding the withdrawal of casino legislation, with accusations that China pressured the Thai government to abandon the plan. Domestically, Bangkok is set to launch a 20-Baht flat rate for public transportation in October, while Pattaya residents are enraged by persistent midnight street races. The report also includes a local news item about the arrest of a Chinese national for posing with f-arms on social media, alongside a weather forecast and exchange rates.

Topics for today's broadcast:
Setback for the Tourism Industry
Thailand Faces a Customs Crisis
Casinos: Did China Pressure Thailand?
20-Baht Ticket in Bangkok Starts in October
Midnight Races Enrage Pattaya Residents
G-Photos on Social Media: Arrest Made

Weather Forecast for July 10, 2025
Bangkok – Mostly cloudy – 29°C (84°F)
Pattaya – Mostly cloudy – 30°C (86°F)
Phuket – Partly cloudy – 28°C (82°F)
Koh Samui – Mostly cloudy – 30°C (86°F)
Chiang Mai – Mostly cloudy – 27°C (81°F)

Exchange Rates for July 10, 2025
1 USD = 32.67 Thai Baht
1 GBP = 44.36 Thai Baht
1 Euro = 38.29 Thai Baht
1 CHF = 41.14 Thai Baht

Gold Price for July 10, 2025
1 Baht Gold = 50,950 Thai Baht

Thailand News – Tourism Industry Setback – Pattaya, July 10, 2025

Podcast Pattaya July 10, 2025
Thailand weather today from: Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai
Current exchange rate USD, GBP, EUR THB, CHF THB
Current gold price in Thailand
Sources:  X, Thai Enquirer, Khaosod English, Bangkok Post, Pattaya Mai, The Pattaya News

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The provided sources offer a comprehensive look at current events and conditions in Thailand, particularly focusing on economic challenges and political developments. Key economic concerns include the impact of new 36% US tariffs, while domestic policy debates highlight the uncertain future of the casino legalization bill and government warnings against illegal nominee shareholders. Additionally, the articles touch upon cultural and environmental issues, such as the return of Khmer artifacts to Cambodia and heavy metal contamination in the Mekong River. Finally, the collection provides glimpses into local news and lifestyle, featuring a controversial marketing strategy in Pattaya and the city's transition to new LED streetlights.

Topics for today's broadcast:
Government warns against acting as a front for foreigners
Casino law at risk of collapse
Economy on the brink: 36% tariffs imposed
Khmer artifacts: Cambodia to cover return costs
Heavy metals found in the Mekong River
Pattaya: Sexy outfits as a marketing strategy
City lights up with new LED installations

Weather Forecast for July 08, 2025
Bangkok – Light Rain – 29°C (84°F)
Pattaya – Mostly Cloudy – 30°C (86°F)
Phuket – Light Rain – 27°C (81°F)
Koh Samui – Mostly Cloudy – 29°C (84°F)
Chiang Mai – Mostly Cloudy – 27°C (81°F)

Exchange Rates for July 08, 2025
1 USD = 32.55 Thai Baht
1 GBP = 44.38 Thai Baht
1 Euro = 38.24 Thai Baht
1 CHF = 40.86 Thai Baht

Gold Price for July 08, 2025
1 Baht Gold = 51,050 Thai Baht

Thailand News – Trump Tariffs Threaten Economy – Pattaya, July 8, 2025

Podcast Pattaya July 08, 2025
Thailand weather today from: Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai
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Current gold price in Thailand
Sources:  X, Thai Enqurirer, Khaosod English, Bangkok Post, Pattaya Mail

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This news report from Thailand covers a range of current events and developments. It highlights the Thai government's unsuccessful tourism promotion efforts due to technical issues and economic challenges, contrasting it with a rare and exciting Bryde's whale sighting near Bang Saen Beach. The report also details a newly developed kamikaze drone by the Royal Thai Air Force, indicating advancements in national defense technology. Additionally, it features a local crime incident involving a domestic stabbing in Pattaya and the first birthday celebration of Moo Deng, a globally popular pygmy hippo, which includes a successful fundraising auction for her birthday cake.

Topics for today's broadcast:
Thailand Develops Kamikaze Drone
Thailand's Tourism Promotion Flops
Pattaya: Wife Stabs Husband
Bang Saen: Rare Bryde’s Whale Sighting Creates Excitement
Moo Deng Celebrates First Birthday

Weather Forecast for July 06, 2025
Bangkok – Mostly cloudy – 28°C (82.4°F)
Pattaya – Mostly cloudy – 29°C (84.2°F)
Phuket – Mostly cloudy – 28°C (82.4°F)
Koh Samui – Mostly cloudy – 29°C (84.2°F)
Chiang Mai – Mostly cloudy – 26°C (78.8°F)

Exchange Rates for July 06, 2025
1 USD = 32.39 Thai Baht
1 GBP = 44.08 Thai Baht
1 Euro = 38.04 Thai Baht
1 CHF = 40.65 Thai Baht

Gold Price for July 06, 2025
1 Baht Gold = 51,150 Thai Baht

Thailand News – Tourism Push Flops – Pattaya, July 6, 2025

Podcast Pattaya July 06, 2025
Thailand weather today from: Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai
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Current gold price in Thailand
Sources:  Bangkok Post, The Pattaya News, X, Khaosod English

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This news report from "Thailand Daily" covers various contemporary issues within Thailand, offering a snapshot of daily life, economic shifts, and social discussions. It highlights regulatory changes impacting traditional herbal shops, requiring them to operate as registered clinics. The report also sheds light on economic trends, noting the increasing wealth of Thailand's richest individuals despite broader economic challenges. Furthermore, it details recent incidents and viral topics, including a shocking bus accident in Bangkok, a humorous triple car crash in Pattaya attributed to a driver dozing off, the capture of a motorcycle thief, and a widely debated social media post from a young woman seeking a lavish financial arrangement from a partner. The news also includes practical information like weather forecasts, exchange rates, and gold prices.

Topics for today's broadcast:
Clinics to Replace Herbal Shops
Thailand’s Rich Getting Richer
Shocking Bus Accident in Bangkok
Young Thai Woman’s Demands Ignite Debate
Dozing Off: Triple Crash in Pattaya
Motorcycle Thief Caught

Weather Forecast for July 04, 2025
Bangkok – Mostly Cloudy – 28°C / 82°F
Pattaya – Mostly Cloudy – 30°C / 86°F
Phuket – Mostly Cloudy – 28°C / 82°F
Koh Samui – Mostly Cloudy – 29°C / 84°F
Chiang Mai – Mostly Cloudy – 26°C / 79°F

Exchange Rates for July 04, 2025
1 USD = 32.45 Thai Baht
1 GBP = 44.32 Thai Baht
1 Euro = 38.17 Thai Baht
1 CHF = 40.84 Thai Baht

Gold Price for July 04, 2025
1 Baht Gold = 51,300 Thai Baht

Thailand News – Young Thai Woman Demands Spark Heated Debate Pattaya, July 4, 2025

Podcast Pattaya July 04, 2025
Thailand weather today from: Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai
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Current gold price in Thailand
Sources:  Bangkok Post, X, Thai Enquirer, Khaosod English, Chrome Crumpet, The Pattaya News

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This news broadcast from July 2, 2025, covers a range of current events in Thailand, highlighting both political and daily life occurrences. A significant political development is the Prime Minister's suspension from office following a court ruling, with the opposition demanding new elections amidst declining public support for the ruling party. Beyond politics, the report details several incidents and ongoing issues, including the collapse of a building due to planning errors, a driver crashing into a police station, a longtail boat capsizing with tourists rescued, and widespread flooding in Pattaya due to heavy rain. The broadcast also addresses persistent noise pollution in Pattaya, which impacts residents' quality of life and raises concerns despite the city's appeal as a tourist destination.

Topics for today's broadcast:
Prime Minister accepts court ruling
Collapsed new building: Planning error to blame
Driver crashes into police station
Longtail boat capsizes off Koh Samui
Pattaya sinks in rain chaos
Noise disturbs quality of life

Weather Forecast for July 02, 2025
Bangkok – Light rain – 28°C (82°F)
Pattaya – Mostly cloudy – 28°C (82°F)
Phuket – Light thunderstorms with rain – 28°C (82°F)
Koh Samui – Mostly cloudy – 31°C (88°F)
Chiang Mai – Mostly cloudy – 27°C (81°F)

Exchange Rates for July 02, 2025
1 USD = 32.44 Thai Baht
1 GBP = 44.62 Thai Baht
1 Euro = 38.32 Thai Baht
1 CHF = 41.05 Thai Baht

Gold Price for June 30, 2025
1 Baht Gold = 51,300 Thai Baht

Thailand News - Protests, Border Crisis, and Crime Concerns - Pattaya, June 30, 2025

Podcast Pattaya June 30, 2025
Thailand weather today from: Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai
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Current gold price in Thailand
Sources:  X, Thai Enquirer, Bangkok Post, The Pattaya News

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This compilation of news excerpts from Thailand highlights various domestic and international issues the country faces. It covers political unrest, including calls for the Prime Minister's resignation amid a potential no-confidence vote and a Constitutional Court decision, along with border tensions with Cambodia. Several theories attempt to explain the reasons for this dispute, from Cambodia protecting criminal networks to Thailand's plans to legalize casinos or a conflict over oil and gas reserves. The economic impact of these border issues on Thai exports is also discussed, alongside increased security alerts in tourist areas due to bomb discoveries. Additionally, the excerpts report on local crime incidents, such as a monk shooting another monk and a street brawl involving foreigners and locals.

Topics for today's broadcast:
Protesters Demand Prime Minister’s Resignation
Is Cambodia Protecting Criminal Networks?
Border Dispute Threatens Thai Exports
Koh Samui on High Alert
Bullying: Monk Shoots Fellow Monk
Brawl in Pattaya: Foreigners vs Locals

Weather Forecast for June 30, 2025
Bangkok – Mostly Cloudy – 31°C (88°F)
Pattaya – Light Thunderstorms with Rain – 30°C (86°F)
Phuket – Mostly Cloudy – 30°C (86°F)
Koh Samui – Mostly Cloudy – 33°C (91°F)
Chiang Mai – Mostly Cloudy – 29°C (84°F)

Exchange Rates for June 30, 2025
1 USD = 32.57 Thai Baht
1 GBP = 44.75 Thai Baht
1 Euro = 38.24 Thai Baht
1 CHF = 40.83 Thai Baht

Gold Price for June 30, 2025
1 Baht of Gold = 50,550 Thai baht

Thailand News - Protests, Border Crisis, and Crime Concerns - Pattaya, June 30, 2025

Podcast Pattaya June 30, 2025
Thailand weather today from: Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai
Current exchange rate USD, GBP, EUR THB, CHF THB
Current gold price in Thailand
Sources:  X, Thai Enquirer, Bangkok Post, The Pattaya News

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This collection of reports from "Thailand: Bombs, Borders, and Bitcoin Blackmail" paints a picture of Thailand facing significant internal and external challenges on June 28, 2025. The nation is grappling with foiled bomb plots in tourist areas, prompting concerns about its image and a look back at past attacks. Concurrently, tensions with Cambodia are escalating, leading to military preparations, border closures, and a cyber security 강화. Domestically, political instability is evident with an anti-government protest anticipated in Bangkok and a major reversal in the herbal industry's decriminalization, causing chaos and economic impact. Additionally, these reports highlight other issues such as flooding in Chiang Rai, a Thai national facing severe penalties for herb smuggling in Malaysia, and the kidnapping of a Russian journalist for Bitcoin ransom in Pattaya, underscoring a complex and volatile period for the country.

Topics for today's broadcast:
Bomb Plot Foiled
Cambodia: Thai Military Prepares for the Worst
Thousands Expected at Anti-Government Protest
Flooding in Chiang Rai
Chaos in Thailand’s Herbal Industry
Herb Smuggling: Thai Faces Death Penalty in Malaysia
Russian Journalist Kidnapped in Pattaya

Weather Forecast for June 28, 2025
Bangkok – Mostly Cloudy – 28°C / 82°F
Pattaya – Mostly Cloudy – 28°C / 82°F
Phuket – Mostly Cloudy – 28°C / 82°F
Koh Samui – Light Rain – 30°C / 86°F
Chiang Mai – Mostly Cloudy – 27°C / 81°F

Exchange Rates for June 28, 2025
1 USD = 32.60 Thai Baht
1 GBP = 44.51 Thai Baht
1 Euro = 38.03 Thai Baht
1 CHF = 40.61 Thai Baht

Gold Price for June 28, 2025
1 Baht of Gold = 50,800 Thai baht

Thailand News – Pattaya street food vendors in distress - June 26, 2025

Podcast Pattaya June 28, 2025
Thailand weather today from: Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai
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Current gold price in Thailand
Sources:  X, Thai Enquirer, Bangkok Post, Khaosod English, Khmer Times, The Pattaya News

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The provided news excerpts from "Thailand in Turmoil: News from the Provinces" offer a snapshot of various challenges facing Thailand on June 26, 2025, primarily focusing on socio-economic and security issues. The reports detail the economic impact of a border closure with Cambodia, causing hardship for vendors and drivers while prompting the Prime Minister to address national unity. Additionally, the sources highlight a new government regulation reclassifying intoxicating herbs for medical use only, affecting thousands of sellers. Security concerns are also prominent, with a bomb alert in Phuket leading to heightened vigilance and investigations into a device linked to southern insurgents. Finally, the collection describes a public health warning regarding toxic mushroom poisonings and the ongoing conflict in Pattaya over street vendors obstructing traffic, sparking divided public opinion despite authorities' focus on safety.

Topics for today's broadcast:
Border Closure: Silence at the Crossings
Intoxicating Herbs Now for Medical Use Only
Bomb Alert in Phuket
Toxic Mushrooms Claim 96 Victims
Pattaya: Conflict Over Street Vendors

Weather Forecast for June 26, 2025
Bangkok – Mostly cloudy – 29°C / 84°F
Pattaya – Mostly cloudy – 29°C / 84°F
Phuket – Heavily overcast – 27°C / 81°F
Koh Samui – Heavily overcast – 30°C / 86°F
Chiang Mai – Mostly cloudy – 27°C / 81°F

Exchange Rates for June 26, 2025
1 USD = 32.54 Thai baht
1 GBP = 44.52 Thai baht
1 Euro = 38.00 Thai baht
1 CHF = 40.48 Thai baht

Gold Price for June 26, 2025
1 Baht of Gold = 51,400 Thai baht

Thailand News – Pattaya street food vendors in distress - June 26, 2025

Podcast Pattaya June 24, 2025
Thailand weather today from: Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai
Current exchange rate USD, GBP, EUR THB, CHF THB
Current gold price in Thailand
Sources:  X, Khaosod English, Bangkok Post, Thai Enquirer, Red Skull, Pattaya Mail

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