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Guide to the Full Moon Party in Thailand | GMT New plans to help Pattaya’s homeless reintegrate in society, Thailand’s heavy rain is coming back, update on poisonous gas another cause of death in Bangkok sewer tragedy, and Ko Pha-Ngan springs back into gear with the July Full Moon Party. All this and more on today's Good Morning Thailand. Tour BISP Today! https://bis.openapply.com/tours/new Your n...

THAILAND voted LAST as ‘the land of smiles’ | GMT THAILAND voted LAST as ‘the land of smiles’ in a poll done in Asia. Another poll shows nearly 2/3rds of Thais are tired of wearing masks. PM rips Pheu Thai over Thaksin, Point-cut system aims to curb dangerous driving, Two-faced kitten born in northern Thailand and more on todays Good Morning Thailand Tour BISP Today! https://bis.openapply.com/tour...

Fighting corruption in Thailand & Stealing V.I.P chairs | GMT Kanchana Buri Skywalk to open in old town next year. Thailand aims to complete a high-speed rail link with China by 2028. Freshmen are forced to dance naked at university hazing rituals in Thailand. Thieves steal VIP chairs from Liverpool – Man U match in Bangkok. Thai PM faces uncertain outcomes as censure debate kicks off today. T...

Thai Government Warning over public activities to prevent covid spread | GMT 3 electricians killed in explosion in central Thailand. Lalisa causes a rush on roti sai mai after Instagram post. Molnupiravir should not be bought online and used, FDA warns. Koh Pha Ngan springs back into gear with the July Full Moon Party. New Korat durian fruit strain doesn’t smell bad. All this and more on today's G...

Tourism ‘insurance’ fee will cover ALL foreigners entering Thailand | GMT Tourism ‘insurance’ fee will cover ALL foreigners entering Thailand. Say no to shark fin, says new WildAid video featuring Miss Universe Thailand. Bike racing tourists arrested in South Pattaya. Bangkok governor looks for Chinese cash to create smart city. Netizens complain about low-quality lunch in public school. All this...

Medicinal Green, Street Hawkers and Travelling to Thailand by train | GMT Phuket hastens assistance for 900 illegally built small hotels. Travel between Thailand and Malaysia by train for just 50 baht (RM7). Bhumjaithai didn’t push cannabis legalisation for recreational use. Move Forward MP accused of sexually assaulting 4 teen girls. Bangkok plans to give the city’s hawkers a roof over their head...

Foreign land ownership in Thailand & Scam Call Center Raids | GMT Police raid 14 scam call centres in Pattaya, resulting in one arrest. Communication cables set fire in Bangkok. Taxi driver punches woman after she requests him to go faster. Cabinet to debate foreign land ownership in Thailand. Football fans scramble for FREE Liverpool – Man U tickets. Airlines seek state aid amid rising costs....

Man pays 3.9 million baht… for a buffalo | GMT Bank of Thailand sees tourist arrivals rising to 8m, Hoteliers are not optimistic over upcoming holidays, Pattaya wants to enact city’s own green-control law, Man in northeast Thailand pays 3.9 million baht dowry… for a buffalo and Bangkok gov’s ’15 Minute Pocket Parks’ set to bloom. All this and more on todays Good Morning Thailand. Tour BISP Today!...

92% of Thais earn less than what they spend | GMT Officials say Thailand’s Covid-19 cases to peak in September. Raising King and Queen Pillars Ceremony near Lieb Tang Rodfai Road in Pattaya. 92% don’t earn more than their expenses, oil price main factor. Man who shot former Japanese PM reveals hateful motivation. All this and more on today's Good Morning Thailand. Tour BISP Today! https://bis.open...

Hoteliers disagree with government dual pricing proposal | GMT Hoteliers disagree with government dual pricing proposal. Thai tourist visa fees might be suspended until the end of 2022. Don’t answer calls starting with +697, it’s a scam. Thai man appeals to robbers to stop as he has nothing left. Thai health minister defends decision to decriminalise green. All this and more on today's Good Mornin...

Thai government plans Foreigner dual pricing for hotel rooms | GMT Govt plans to charge foreigners more than Thais for hotel rooms. Thailand’s tourism sector is asking for an additional 1 billion baht budget. Phuket will have a tsunami drill on July 20 following multiple small tremors offshore. A Thai officer caught on camera riding carelessly won’t be fined. PM Prayut drives an electric car with...

Re-instatement of mask wearing? & Arresting 'Mr. Underpants' | GMT Thai health authorities recommend the re-instatement of mask wearing. Thai police arrest ‘Mr. Underpants:’ The serial thief in the white briefs. Thai netizens go into meltdown over farmers using bathroom cleaner as fertilizer. Smoking and selling green in public is illegal, warns Bangkok's deputy governor. Latest vaccine guidel...

Increase in flights after Thailand Pass nixed | GMT BKK Airport reports increase in flights after Thailand Pass nixed. Drug bonfire set alight today fuelled with 40 tonnes of illicit narcotics. BMA says 'no' to pot hub at Khao San Rd. Thai energy chief suggests senators shed suits to save energy. All this and more on todays Good Morning Thailand. Tour BISP Today! https://bis.openapply.com/tours/ne...

King Tide in Phuket, Casinos in Thailand & Planting Trees | GMT King tide in Phuket spurs online fears of a tsunami – it wasn’t. Runway temporarily closed for repair, flights to and from Phuket affected. Bangkok governor invites public to ‘plant a million trees’. The casino cash cow. All this and more on todays Good Morning Thailand. Tour BISP Today! https://bis.openapply.com/tours/new Your ne...

Masks on Thai Flights & Closing Nightlife Joints | GMT Police close joints on Khao San Road, Bangkok’s Chinatown woes continue, PayPal Thailand back this year, masks on Thai flights, Bangkok open-air film festival is free to moviegoers next month, Thaiger charity and more on today's Good Morning Thailand. Tour BISP Today! https://bis.openapply.com/tours/new To purchase Thaiger merchandise visi...

Pattaya Police Promises & The green warning | GMT Thai health chief received special drug due to obesity, not privilege. PM calls for unity among Thais. Countries warn against the green. Thai Airways has sold 11 of its old aircraft, 26 to go. Pattaya police promises & LGBTQ+ bank loans. All this and more on todays Good Morning Thailand. Tour BISP Today! https://bis.openapply.com/tours/new...

Foreigner Sex Pest & Train fare Outrage | GMT BTS TRAIN FARE OUTRAGE. Millions travelled to Phuket in the first quarter of the year, Thai PM makes bizarre ‘go easy on me’ plea to media, The government wasting the public's money and 2 Indians caught with over 100 animals at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Tour BISP Today! https://bis.openapply.com/tours/new To purchase Thaiger merchandise visit Thaiger S...

Countdown to Thailand’s Post Pandemic Day – July 1 | GMT Public Health minister Anutin Charnvirakul - who has 6 vaccination JABS - has tested positive for covid 19. Welcome to Thailand’s Post Pandemic Day – July 1. What will change? Phuket hotels await start of high season. 4.3 million baht seized in police raid on illegal casino. City chief calls for residents to check for hazards after 131 fire...

How are people in Thailand dealing with the rise in prices | GMT Bangkok governor to assess designated rally grounds after 1 month. Bangkok Chinatown fire kills 1, terrified shoppers run for their lives. Commuters turning to trains, 30% increase in passengers. Is curry the solution for rising prices? The Pattaya Pride Parade and cactus Thieves. All this and more on todays Good Morning Thailand. To...

Face masks now Voluntary in Thailand (Mostly) | GMT Face masks now voluntary in most places in Thailand. Pattaya police rehearse controlling drunk tourists with metal poles. Thailand develops the green test kits that detect THC levels in 15 minutes. Motor ways and canoodling in public. All this and more on today's Good Morning Thailand. If you want to buy or rent accommodation in Thailand  Pl...

Bangkok - World No. 2 Best Digital Nomad Cities | GMT Bangkok’s plan to become the Venice of the East… again. Police arrest fraudulent Japanese restaurant owner at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Expect more wind and rain in most of Thailand. Bangkok comes in at No.2 in world’s best digital nomad cities. Energy Ministry encourages consumers to use charcoal stoves to combat gas hike. All this and more on tod...

Thailand offers 5-year income tax exemptions… | GMT Thai report on cat-to-human Covid infection captures global attention. App-based electric scooters come to Phuket. Thailand offers 5-year income tax exemption for foreign actors. Thai soldiers can shop on Lazada again as ban over. Government launched mental health app to combat depression. Teen monks kicked out of monkshood for smoking greens. Al...

Pay your fines or go to Jail! | GMT Motorists risk arrest over unpaid fines under new rule in Thailand. The Green Plant use is banned on Thai university campuses. Global Summit of Women 2022. Thai public bus snafu and Macaques test negative for monkeypox in southern Thailand. All this and more on todays Good Morning Thailand. If you want to buy or rent accommodation in Thailand  Please visit...

Thailand - More Open Than Ever | GMT Thailand now seems to be more open than ever. We have stories on today's show regarding a Thai man who robbed Gold shop amid crypto crisis, Cash prizes for Anti-drug Slogans, The ‘Phuket Durian Fair’ and the use of Thai soft power. All this and more on today's Good Morning Thailand. If you want to buy or rent accommodation in Thailand  Please visit Thaiger...

BIG Covid decisions today, C-Word laws clarified | GMT Today is a big day for winding back some of Thailand's remaining Covid restrictions. Face masks, closing times for nightlife, the Thailand Pass, Covid insurance and the immigration TM6 form. What will happen? And what is the reality of Thailand's botched attempt at decriminalising c**nabis? We have a lawyer on the program to discuss this today...