The Thaiger

Since its takeover in July 2017, Thaiger has seen a remarkable increase in traffic, jumping from approximately 170,000 page views per month to an impressive 10-20 million monthly views. The Phuket Gazette was the island's original English-language newspaper, serving the community since 1993 and managed by long-time resident John Magee. Although it ended its print edition in April 2017 after 23 years, its digital presence has continued under the new leadership of The Thaiger Pte Ltd. Thaiger was launched in Phuket in October 2016 as a new FM radio station. Now registered in Singapore, The Thaiger Pte Ltd has evolved into a modern media outlet, offering news, lifestyle content, restaurant reviews, travel tips, top ten lists, free classifieds, and much more across Thailand and Southeast Asia. Our news at Thaiger is concise, mobile-friendly, accurate, and timely. We prioritize bringing you the latest headlines and frequently update our stories. Furthermore, we have an extensive collection of information about Thailand and its neighboring regions. In August 2020, Thaiger launched a separate Thai-language news section, creating the new Tadoo news and e-commerce brand. Thaiger now operates four Facebook pages, an English YouTube channel, and maintains a presence on Instagram and Twitter. In September 2020, we also introduced Thaiger LIFE, which focuses on expat and English-speaking services, along with Thaiger LIVE, our 24/7 news streaming service. Starting in Phuket, Thaiger has grown into a comprehensive portal for news, information, and lifestyle content throughout Thailand and the region, with our main office located in the Asoke district of Bangkok.

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4 days ago | thethaiger.com | Puntid Tantivangphaisal |Lydia Kwa Lar |Mitch Connor |Cita Catellya

Lifestyle Phuket News Phuket’s Biennale aims to put Thai art on global map Visa Information 5 years on a DTV visa: Discovering Thailand through cooking Tourism News Phuket News Phuket aims for noodle world record at mega fest Thailand Travel The fascinating and very odd murals at Wat Borom Niwat International Education Thai parents are choosing this international school – here’s why Thailand News Thailand News Chiang Mai aims for UNESCO World Heritage status by 2026 Bangkok News Bangkok’s Wat...
Thai women arrested after illegal border crossing from Cambodia

6 days ago | thethaiger.com | Bright Choomanee

Two Thai women were apprehended by security forces in Sa Kaeo province after attempting to re-enter Thailand illegally from Cambodia. They were caught climbing over a barbed-wire fence at the border yesterday, June 21, following substantial gambling losses that left them without passports.
Phuket replaces iconic pink buses with new electric fleet

6 days ago | thethaiger.com | Bright Choomanee

Phuket’s well-known pink Pho Thong buses, which have been a staple of the town’s streets for decades, have been replaced by 24 new electric buses from China, each costing over 5 million baht. These iconic vehicles were an integral part of Phuket Town’s charm, easily recognised by their simple design, which included six-wheeled flatbed trucks modified with wooden bench seats and railings.
Cambodia fuel shortage drives cross-border traffic surge into Thailand

6 days ago | thethaiger.com | Bright Choomanee

A fuel shortage in Cambodia has led to a significant increase in cross-border traffic into Thailand, as Cambodian motorists seek to fill their tanks with more affordable and readily available fuel. Yesterday morning, more than 100 luxury vehicles were observed crossing the Thai-Cambodian Friendship Bridge into Aranyaprathet district of Sa Kaeo province, resulting in congestion near the immigration checkpoint.
Tragic accident claims life of 12 year old cyclist in Ayutthaya

6 days ago | thethaiger.com | Bright Choomanee

A tragic accident occurred involving a 12 year old boy who was cycling with a friend riding pillion on their way to a convenience store across from their village. As they attempted to cross the road, the boy was struck and killed by a trailer truck, while his friend narrowly escaped injury. The incident took place on June 21 on Bang Rakam-Bo Phong Road in Bang Rakam subdistrict, Nakhon Luang district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province.
Man found dead with head injuries in Samut Sakhon

6 days ago | thethaiger.com | Bright Choomanee

A 33 year old man named Uan was found dead with severe head injuries today, June 22, along the Khae Rai Road in Samut Sakhon province. A beer bottle was discovered beside him, and shattered glass fragments littered the ground. Earlier, he had posted on Facebook, “Ending the village problems,” alongside a photo with a young man.
Thai couple arrested for scamming over 2,000 businesses

6 days ago | thethaiger.com | Bright Choomanee

A couple, known for frequently changing their identities and impersonating police officers, was arrested for allegedly scamming over 2,000 business operators into transferring money. Among the victims are numerous Thai and foreign entrepreneurs from Ko Samui, Ko Pha Ngan, and Ko Tao. The female suspect is reported to be heavily pregnant. The arrest was made by immigration police in Nong Bua Lam Phu province, following a warrant issued by the Samui Provincial Court on May 29.
Police seize 39 million baht in mining embezzlement case

6 days ago | thethaiger.com | Bright Choomanee

Police from Region 2 have seized 39 million baht in cash linked to a case involving two female employees from a mining company accused of embezzling 103 million baht from their employer. The money was hidden under a bed in a condo owned by one of the suspect’s husbands, before the suspects fled abroad. The situation took a grim turn when it was revealed that one of the women had hired hitmen to silence a friend.
Three boys drown while fishing at Samut Sakhon project site

6 days ago | thethaiger.com | Bright Choomanee

Three 13 year old boys tragically drowned while fishing at a water management project in Samut Sakhon, with their bodies later found underwater. The incident occurred around 4.30pm yesterday, June 21. Police Lieutenant Sarawit Saothong received a report about missing children at the Phasi Charoen Water Management Project in the Talat Krathum Baen subdistrict, Krathum Baen district.
Tragic discovery of man in Samut Prakan after family dispute

6 days ago | thethaiger.com | Bright Choomanee

A 42 year old man was found deceased in his bedroom in Mueang district, Samut Prakan province, after reportedly not leaving his room for two days following an argument with his wife. Police from the Mueang Samut Prakan station, together with forensic officers and rescue personnel, were alerted to the incident today, June 22. The deceased, identified as Supakit, was discovered in an advanced state of decomposition on the bed of the two-storey townhouse.