The transcription below features top news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia, hosted by Alex and Jay on the Good Morning Thailand programme. Highlights include Thailand’s review of alcohol sale restrictions and Binance’s new crypto-to-baht conversion service for tourists.

 

1. Thailand to Review Alcohol Sale Restrictions
The government is reconsidering the 2 p.m.–5 p.m. alcohol sales ban amid industry pressure. Officials will meet on Thursday to discuss updates and clearer enforcement ahead of peak tourism season.

 

2. Travel Warning: Fake Thailand Digital Arrival Card Sites
Authorities warn travellers about scam websites charging for the free TDAC form. Only submit via the official government site to avoid fraud and identity theft.

 

3. Pattaya Duo Arrested for Online Sex-Toy & Poppers Sales
A British man and a Thai woman were arrested in Pattaya for selling banned products online using QR ads. Police seized illegal goods, and the pair face charges for selling unlicensed items.

 

4. Man on the Run After School Gun Threat
Police are searching for a suspect who entered a school in Nakhon Si Thammarat and threatened a student with a gun, injuring the boy. Authorities are boosting school security.

 

5. Indonesia Sparks Outcry Over Suharto's ‘National Hero’ Title
Indonesia has named ex-President Suharto a national hero, triggering backlash due to his authoritarian rule and human rights abuses. Supporters cite his role in early economic development.

 

6. Court Approves Extradition of Gambling Kingpin
Thailand’s appeals court has approved the extradition of She Zhijiang, wanted for running a massive illegal online gambling network. Authorities are coordinating with China to transfer him.

 

7. Tattoo Contest Incident Draws Backlash
A woman apologised after exposing herself at a tattoo event in Saraburi. Organisers condemned the act, and officials are reviewing rules to prevent similar incidents.

 

8. Binance to Enable Crypto-to-Baht for Tourists
Binance Thailand will allow tourists to convert cryptocurrencies to baht under a fintech sandbox. The initiative aims to attract digital-savvy travellers and support Thailand’s crypto economy.

 

2 minutes ago, Video News said:

8. Binance to Enable Crypto-to-Baht for Tourists
Binance Thailand will allow tourists to convert cryptocurrencies to baht under a fintech sandbox. The initiative aims to attract digital-savvy travellers and support Thailand’s crypto economy.

 

Interesting.

 

Last time I looked there was no conversion to GBP and I had to sell P2P to get pounds, which I find a bit scary.