Chinese Tourist Detained After Pattaya Red-Light Crash

In the news today, Australian murder suspect Simon Carman could see compensations potentially reduce his sentencing, then, another high profile murder case has developed in Pattaya with the arrest of a 20-year-old British woman, in Chon Buri, heavy rain bursts a wall causing recycling waste to flood a housing estate, in a case of spiteful love, a Thai woman reports her Indian boyfriend over a nearly four-year visa overstay, and later in some feel good news we'll discuss Thailand's plans at developing a new green energy economy as well as a very rare whale shark sighting in Koh Tao.

Australian Suspect Could Face Compensation Talks in Pattaya Murder Case

Australian truck driver Simon Carman remains in custody after being charged over the death of 17-year-old Tunchanok Donhomla, whose body was found inside a suitcase in Pattaya.

Carman denies murder, claiming he acted in self-defence.

Police say any compensation paid to the victim's family would not stop prosecution but could be considered during sentencing if he is convicted.

British Woman Charged After Partner Found Dead in Pattaya Villa

A 20-year-old British woman has been charged with murder after her partner was found dead with multiple stab wounds inside a Pattaya villa.

Police recovered a hunting knife from the home, while the suspect denied killing him and claimed he took his own life.

Investigators are reviewing CCTV footage and awaiting forensic and DNA results before completing the case.

Heavy Rain Sends Recycling Waste Flooding Into Chon Buri Housing Estate

Heavy rain caused a wall between a recycling plant and a housing estate in Chon Buri to collapse, sending floodwater and foam waste into nearby homes.

Residents said waste had accumulated behind the wall before the downpour pushed it into the estate.

Officials are clearing the debris while residents call for an investigation into the recycling facility.

Chinese Tourist Detained After Pattaya Red-Light Crash

A Chinese tourist was detained after his SUV crashed into vehicles waiting at a red light in Pattaya, injuring several people.

Police said the driver appeared intoxicated and later refused an alcohol test.

Witnesses also claimed he attempted to offer money to settle the incident before officers arrived.

Thai Woman Reports Indian Boyfriend Over 1,201-Day Visa Overstay

A 28-year-old Indian man was arrested after his Thai girlfriend reported that he had overstayed his visa by 1,201 days.

She claimed he persuaded her to support him financially for nearly three years after moving into her condominium.

The man admitted overstaying his visa but said he had run out of money after arriving in Thailand.

Foreign Nationals Arrested After Koh Pha Ngan Childcare Centre Raid

Police raided an unlicensed childcare centre on Koh Pha Ngan that was allegedly being operated by foreign nationals.

Officers found 42 foreign children before arresting an Israeli man and a Romanian woman over licensing and work permit offences.

Authorities are continuing their investigation into the childcare operation.

Thailand Pushes Clean Energy as Economic Competition Intensifies

The Thai government says it is expanding renewable energy to improve energy security and strengthen the economy.

Plans include increasing solar and wind power, promoting electric vehicles, developing smart grids and investing in energy storage.

Officials say the transition will require support from businesses, communities and households.

Double Whale Shark Sighting Thrills Divers Off Koh Tao

Divers spotted two whale sharks at popular dive sites near Koh Tao on July 5.

The sharks, estimated to be three to four metres long, were photographed swimming among schools of fish.

Dive operators are reminding visitors to observe the animals responsibly by keeping their distance and avoiding any interaction.