Thailand Travel Alert: Foreign Office Warning for Brits
UK government updates Thailand travel advice amid escalating violence and security concerns. Essential reading for anyone planning a trip to the Land of Smiles.
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Thailand's Hoi An submerged as flooding cripples tourism
Severe flooding devastates Thailand's historic Hoi An, forcing tourist evacuations and raising urgent climate concerns for Southeast Asia's tourism industry.
UK couple's life-changing move to Thailand paradise
Discover how one disillusioned British couple traded the grey skies of Britain for a sun-drenched new life in Thailand, finding happiness and financial freedom far from home.
Eva Air launches direct UK-Phuket flights year-round
Taiwan's Eva Air makes travel history with groundbreaking year-round direct flights from London Heathrow to Thailand's tropical island paradise of Phuket, starting March 2025.
British mum, 31, dies mysteriously on Thailand holiday
A 31-year-old British mother's bucket list trip to Thailand ends in tragedy as she mysteriously collapses and dies, leaving family desperate for answers about what happened in Koh Samui.
Thailand's New Alcohol Laws Threaten Tourist Fines
UK holidaymakers heading to Thailand face severe penalties as new alcohol restrictions come into force. Discover how these strict laws could impact your tropical getaway and wallet.
Thai herbal inhaler health warning over dangerous chemicals
Thailand's FDA issues urgent warning after laboratory tests reveal potentially harmful substances in widely-used herbal inhalers, prompting product recalls and consumer safety concerns.
£343M WhatsApp investment scam exposed in London
Exclusive investigation reveals how Ibrahim Helmy allegedly masterminded a sophisticated investment fraud through WhatsApp, leaving victims millions out of pocket in one of Britain's most audacious financial crimes.
Thailand Mourning: Travel Guide During Queen Sirikit Period
Essential guide for tourists visiting Thailand during the official mourning period for Queen Sirikit, including dress codes, entertainment restrictions, and cultural expectations.
British tourist dies in Thailand hotel balcony fall
A 33-year-old British tourist has died after falling from a seventh-floor hotel balcony in Thailand, with local authorities investigating the tragedy as a suspected suicide.
Thailand's Queen Mother Sirikit Dies Aged 92
Thailand enters official mourning as Queen Mother Sirikit Kitiyakara, beloved wife of the late King Bhumibol and mother of the current monarch, passes away peacefully in Bangkok at age 92, leaving behind a legacy of royal service spanning seven decades.
Brit faces life in Thai prison over motorbike
A British holidaymaker's dream trip to Thailand turns into a nightmare as he faces devastating charges that could see him imprisoned for life over a disputed motorbike rental.
Brit tourist faces Thai jail after £68k cocaine hotel bust
A 25-year-old British tourist is facing severe prison time in Thailand after authorities discovered 1kg of high-purity cocaine worth over £68,000 in his luxury Bangkok hotel room during a dramatic police raid.
UK Savings Crisis: Investment Scams Surge 42%
Exclusive investigation reveals British savers lost over £1.2 billion to sophisticated investment scams in the past year, with fake cryptocurrency schemes leading the devastating surge in financial fraud.
Wolf of Wall Street Duo's £400m Pension Scam Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how financial advisors, inspired by 'Wolf of Wall Street', masterminded a £400m pension scam targeting vulnerable UK retirees through the Harlequin property scheme.
Gran loses life savings in Martin Lewis Bitcoin scam
A grandmother lost her entire £50,000 life savings after fraudsters impersonating Martin Lewis tricked her into a fake cryptocurrency investment, leaving her living in a caravan.
French artist's nude mural censored in Bangkok
French street artist Myrtille Tibayrenc's provocative nude mural in Bangkok faces whitewashing after authorities deem it culturally inappropriate, igniting freedom of expression concerns.
British MBE author dies in Thailand motorbike collision
Distinguished British author and MBE recipient Michael W. E. Zie, 84, dies after being struck by motorbike rider in Thailand while holidaying with family.
Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Reporter exposes £400m Caribbean property scam
An investigative journalist exposes sophisticated fraud operation targeting British investors with fake luxury developments, ensnaring high-profile names including property expert Phil Spencer and Liverpool FC legends.
McBee Dynasty star sentenced for fraud conviction
Reality TV star Steve McBee from McBee Dynasty faces prison time after being convicted of running an elaborate fraud operation that swindled investors out of millions.
British teen found alive after 3 days in Thai jungle
A 16-year-old British boy survives three nights alone in treacherous Thai jungle terrain after getting separated from his father during a hiking expedition in Khao Yai National Park.
British teen survives 72 hours alone in Thai jungle
A 14-year-old British boy survives three terrifying days lost in dense Thai jungle before being rescued by local authorities in a dramatic operation.
Fugitive 'Luigi' swindled fans from UK hideout
Luigi Mangione, a convicted criminal who styled himself as a social media influencer, exploited his online followers in an elaborate fraud scheme while evading American authorities, UK court hears.
British teen missing in Thai jungle sparking major search
An 18-year-old British teenager has disappeared during a solo trek through Thailand's treacherous Khao Sok National Park, sparking an urgent international search operation.
British tourist arrested in Thailand over unpaid bar tab
A British tourist's holiday in Thailand turns into a legal nightmare after being arrested for allegedly refusing to pay his substantial bar bill at a popular Pattaya nightspot.
British teen rescued after 2 weeks lost in Thai jungle
A remarkable survival story unfolds as a British teenager is rescued after spending two terrifying weeks lost in the treacherous Thai jungle, forced to eat insects and tree bark to stay alive during his ill-fated attempt to reach Myanmar.
Thailand's new tourist laws every traveller must know
British tourists heading to Thailand face stricter regulations as authorities crack down on inappropriate behaviour. From vaping bans to modest dress requirements, discover the rules that could land you in serious trouble.
Martin Lewis scam warning after £60k theft
A devastated victim shares how sophisticated fraudsters stole £60,000 using Martin Lewis's identity, as the Money Saving Expert issues crucial advice to protect yourself from similar scams.
British wine fraudster jailed in New York court
A British fraudster who swindled investors out of millions with fake fine wine schemes has been sentenced to prison in a New York court. Discover how his elaborate deception unravelled.
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