Cambodian-French Activist and Former MP Lim Kimya Shot Dead in Bangkok
BANGKOK - Lim Kimya, a 74-year-old Cambodian-French political activist and former member of parliament, was shot dead on Tuesday evening near the historic Wat Bowonniwet Vihara in the Phra Nakhon district.
Lim Kimya, known for...
Iranian Duo Arrested in Bangkok for Allegedly Assaulting and Robbing Vietnamese Tourist
Bangkok —
On January 7th, 2025, police from Plubplachai 2 station arrested two Iranian nationals for allegedly robbing a Vietnamese tourist in front of the Royal Hotel on Yaowarat Road, Bangkok, on January 6th around...
Bangkok Police Arrest Liberian Duo in Sophisticated Gold Scam
BANGKOK, THAILAND – In a recent crackdown on financial fraud, Bangkok authorities have apprehended two Liberian nationals, identified as Solomon Varney Gaddeh, 32, and Yousouf Cherif, 50, in connection with a cunning gold-selling scam...
Drunk Australian Man Arrested After Allegedly Stealing Motorcycle and Fleeing From Police in Bangkok...
Bangkok- An Australian man was arrested in Bangkok after allegedly stealing a rented motorcycle, speeding away from Thai police, and later trying to flee on foot, say arresting officers.
On January 3rd at 6:45...
Off-Duty Police Officer Fatally Shot During Altercation in Bangkok
Bangkok —
At 8:30 PM on January 3rd, 2024, investigators from Sai Mai police station responded to a report of a police officer fatally shot on Chalerm Phong Road, Sai Mai District, Bangkok.
The incident occurred...
Thrill-Seeking American Parachutists Under Investigation in Bangkok Stunt
Bangkok —
A viral video posted on November 25th, 2024, by Instagram user "armankremer" showed a parachutist jumping from a high-rise in Bangkok's Sukhumvit area and later fleeing on a motorcycle, captioned "Business trip in...
Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 Celebrates Thai Heritage in Style
National —
On January 1st, 2025, Iconsiam hosted the grand "Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025" at River Park, Iconsiam, Bangkok, marking Thailand’s most spectacular New Year celebration.
The highlight was a breathtaking eco-friendly fireworks display, crafted...
Thai Government Pledges Aid for Victims of Bangkok Hotel Fire
Bangkok —
On December 30th, 2024, Ms. Natreeya Taweewong, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, reported on the tragic hotel fire that occurred on December 29th at The Ember Hotel near Khao...
Fire at Bangkok Hotel Near Khaosan Road Kills Three Foreigners, Injures Seven People
Bangkok, Thailand – On the evening of December 29th, 2024, a devastating fire broke out at a hotel situated near the iconic Khao San Road in Bangkok, leading to the tragic loss of lives...
Bangkok Police Arrest Bangladeshi Tourist for Drugs and Visa Overstay
Bangkok —
On December 26th, 2024, Bangkok immigration officers acted on a tip-off from a Bangladeshi man's relatives, concerned after losing contact with him for over six months.
The officers traced the 30-year-old tourist (whose name...
