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In the headlines today, a trial date has been announced for the Australian national accused of murder in Pattaya, then, a South Korean fugitive has been arrested in Bangkok over an illegal pornography operation, also, 7 Myanmar nationals have been rescued as a result of a child trafficking investigation, in unfortunate clergy news a drug using abbot has been defrocked after fleeing police, and a little later the proposed 1000 baht departure tax is being hotly debated, would it impact your decision to come to Thailand?

In the headlines today, Thailand is launching nationwide inspections of elder care centers in the wake of shocking jail-cell like discovery, then, Thailand and the United States are targeting a november signing for a trade agreement, also, when does gaming become gambling? a Phuket festival has been arrested for apparently crossing the line, and a little later we'll see how Nene Royal was honored by the King and the Queen.

Here are the latest stories from Thailand — from a devastating flood crisis affecting 27 provinces and thousands of farm animals, to a proposed 1,000-baht departure tax for air travellers, a fatal crash at a Phuket pedestrian crossing, a deadly crane accident in Bangkok, a tragic incident involving a couple in Tak, new opportunities for street performers in Pattaya, Bangkok being named the world’s best city, and a Thai dessert that has people joking about Peking duck

Here are the latest stories from Thailand — from a fatal punch in Buriram and a major property fraud arrest in Phuket, to controversy over pet evacuations, a shocking assault allegation, Bangkok’s iconic buses getting a second life, and a surprise gathering of more than 20 otters.

In today's episode: Thailand continues to deal with widespread flooding, while residents protest over flood waste and thousands register for government relief. Plus, police arrest a Phuket delivery rider over millions in alleged thefts, foreign films bring record revenue to Thailand, and a rare serow makes an unexpected appearance on a Prachuap beach.

In today’s episode: Bangkok sees an unusual hailstorm, an electric car crashes into a Yaowarat shrine, and Maya Bay reopens after its conservation break. Plus, a Phuket tuk tuk driver is allegedly attacked, a key diver from the 2018 Thai cave rescue dies, and Koh Larn’s waters turn green after heavy rain.

In the headlines today, aw shiiiii here we go again as more than 5000 US Navy personnel are headed to Phuket, then, conflicting reports emerge regarding updates to Thailand's weather detection systems, in Bangkok, a woman and her Turkish ex have ben arrested over an alleged arson plot, in Chachoengsao, residents have been evacuated after their building begins to sink, in Pattaya, three police officers have ben suspended over alleged tourist cash demands, and a little bit later, Thailand is welcoming home 11 antiquities being repatriated from New York.

In the headlines today, two foreign women are accused of assaulting a shop worker in Phuket after a dispute over change, then, police investigate after a baby’s body is found in a Bangkok hotel refrigerator, Thai Airways faces a lot of problems, Prime Minister Anutin’s sparks hot debate, and more flood shenanigans

In the headlines today, floodwaters are receding but the economic damage is palpable, then we have some unfortunate fatalities with absolutely shocking motivations, in Chiang Mai, controversy erupts as a hotel is accused of refusing a Buddhist monk, in Phuket, a woman claims a dating app partner steals her valuables, on Koh Samui, a police officer is charged after ramming into four parked vehicles, and finally if you've been traveling, six airlines are offering flexible travel options in the wake of the flooding.

On the show today we'll be giving you a full comprehensive breakdown of the flooding situation as heavy rains continue to impact most provinces across Thailand, including major statistics, government warnings and relief efforts, as well as some of the bizarre moments that have been captured by social media users.

In the headlines today, a knife-wielding man terrorized commuters in Bangkok's Asok district, in ASEAN News Indonesia's wildfire crisis has forced several evacuations, in a shocking story, a pre-teen pregnancy has officially become Udon Thani's youngest pregnancy ever on record, on a similar subject Taiwanese authorities have uncovered a surrogacy network involving Thai women, in travel news, the deadline is fast approaching for the approval of a new 450-baht tourist fee, and finally we'll discuss the ever increasing fortunes of AGT winner and rising star Nene Royal.

In the headlines today, the World Bank is urging Thailand to invest in city centers beyond Bangkok, in Khao Yai, a former national park official is challenging a fine after driving too close to wild elephants, in a Bangkok botched surgery a Ukrainian patient is seeking help after breathing problems arose from a nose reconstruction, we also have a bit of fashion plagiarism as a Cambodian bridal studio is being accused of copying Queen Suthida's gown, and a little later we'll give you the latest updates on Nene Royal's AGT fortunes.

In the headlines today, Australian murder suspect Simon Carman has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him, then, a Narathiwat bombing convict has received a reduced sentence instead of the death penalty, also, the Thai cabinet is backing sweeping new controls on the cannabis industry, in Phuket, more than 600 families are facing possible eviction in a long-running land dispute, outside a bar in Patong, a Thai woman says a group of foreign women assaulted her, and a little later if you're in Pattaya prepare for some road closures as the Pattaya Marathon is set for this weekend.

In the headlines today, Bangkok city officials are putting communities on alert as Chao Phraya levels are set to rise, then in Chon Buri more than 14,000 foreign-linked companies have been flagged for nominee risk, in smuggling news, four suspects have been indicted in a heroin network and three more were detained in Sri Lanka with cannabis, over in Taipei a raid finds 17 Thai women at an illegal sex business, and a little later, Thailand is considering a minimum pay standard for delivery drivers.

In the headlines today, a shocking fire at an MRT station disrupts train services, then, a German tourist was tasered after a confrontation on Khao San Road, over in the UK four people have been sentenced for trafficking Thai women into brothels, also, a new poll shows widespread concern of the fairness of Thailand's justice system, in travel news Suvarnabhumi airport opens arrival e-gates to 33 nationalities, and in a bizarre, somewhat happy story a woman gives birth next to a dinosaur display in Pattaya. If that baby isn't named Bam Bam or Pebbles I will lose my mind.