Surat-Bangkok Flight Runs Out of Alcohol

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The transcription below features news stories from Thailand and Southeast Asia, hosted by Alex and Jay. Highlights include the Surat-Bangkok flight running out of alcohol mid-air and Japan surpassing Thailand in tourist arrivals.

 

Surat-Bangkok Flight Runs Out of Alcohol
Passengers aboard Air India Express’s inaugural Surat-Bangkok flight drank ฿70,000 worth of alcohol, creating a festive atmosphere.

 

Viral Video Sparks In-Flight Etiquette Debate

Indian passengers on a Thai AirAsia flight disrupted service, prompting backlash and reigniting discussions on travel decorum.

 

Mysterious Death in Jomtien

A Thai woman was found dead in her apartment. Her Irish partner stayed with her body for three days, claiming ignorance of her death.

 

2004 Phuket Tsunami Remembered
Thailand commemorates the 2004 tsunami with memorials and enhanced disaster preparedness measures to honour victims.

 

Grab Driver Mistaken for Boyfriend
A mother mistook a Grab driver for her daughter’s boyfriend, sparking a heated confrontation caught on dashcam and shared online.

 

Thailand to Train Massage Therapists
Thailand plans to train 7,000 massage therapists to address a workforce shortage and boost its ฿200-billion health industry.

 

Singapore Post CEO Fired
Singapore Post fired its CEO for mishandling a whistleblower report, leading to a major stock drop and ongoing reforms.

 

Ho Chi Minh City Launches Metro Line
After a 12-year delay, Ho Chi Minh City’s first metro line opens, easing traffic congestion and boosting public transit.

 

1MDB Files $1 Billion Fraud Lawsuit
Malaysia’s 1MDB fund sues Amicorp Group, alleging its role in $7 billion of fraudulent transactions as part of a global recovery effort.

 

Japan Tops Tourist Destinations
Japan surpasses Thailand in tourist arrivals, driven by its strong infrastructure, weak yen, and diverse travel offerings.