Thailand in Focus: Retirement Ranking, Political Moves,

-Portugal Leads Retirement Index:

Thailand ranks 34th out of 44 in the 2025 Global Retirement Report, while Portugal takes the top spot.

-Pheu Thai Eyes New PM Candidate:

Thaksin Shinawatra’s son-in-law, Nuttaphong Kunakornwong, is floated as a possible prime ministerial candidate.

-Patong Denies Jewish New Year Event:

Phuket officials reject a permit for a public beach celebration, citing religious sensitivity.

-Tourist Robbed in Pattaya

 Indian tourist loses gold necklace to group of transgender individuals using distraction tactics.

-British Group Arrested in Phuket

 Four Britons detained for robbing an American lawyer of a luxury watch in a staged attack.

-Tourists Fined for Public Urination

 Two foreigners detained in Pattaya for disorderly conduct and urinating into the sea.

-Dutch Resident Caught in ATM Theft

 Long-term expat arrested in Khon Kaen after attempting to steal an ATM with a car and chain.

-New Vintage Car Tax Introduced

Thailand rolls out a tax and limited-use rules for vintage cars to boost tourism and regulate traffic.