The transcription below features news stories from across Thailand, presented by Alex and Jay on the Good Morning Thailand program. The stories range from the hidden cost of Thailand's underground sex industry to a Rayong clothing shop pursuing a customer accused of defecating in a fitting room.

Criminalisation Keeps Thailand’s Sex Industry in the Shadows

Thailand's illegal sex industry continues to generate significant economic activity while leaving workers without legal protections, healthcare, or social security. Advocates argue that legalising and regulating the industry could improve worker safety, reduce exploitation, and increase tax revenue.

Pattaya Urges Tourists to Stop Giving Cash to Homeless People

Pattaya officials are asking residents and visitors not to give money directly to homeless people, saying it encourages street homelessness and complicates welfare efforts. Authorities instead want vulnerable individuals connected with government support services.

Udon Thani Man Hospitalised After Brass Ring Mishap

A 41-year-old man was rushed to hospital after a brass ring became stuck around the base of his penis, causing severe swelling. Rescue workers warned that similar incidents require immediate medical attention and should never be treated at home.

Saudi Tourist Arrested in Phuket Drug Bust

Police in Patong arrested a Saudi Arabian man after allegedly finding methamphetamine and cocaine in his hotel room. The arrest was part of Phuket's ongoing anti-drug campaign, with the suspect facing multiple drug possession charges.

Rayong Clothing Shop Seeks Customer Over Fitting Room Incident

A Rayong clothing store has filed a police complaint after a customer allegedly defecated in a fitting room before leaving without informing staff. The shop owner plans legal action if the woman does not come forward to accept responsibility.

Michelin Restaurant Prosecuted Over Ant-Topped Desserts

A Michelin two-star restaurant in Seoul is facing prosecution after allegedly serving desserts topped with imported ants for nearly four years. Prosecutors claim the insects violated South Korean food safety regulations and are seeking fines and jail time.

Bangkok Film Festival Faces China-Taiwan Pressure

Organisers of a Taiwan-themed film festival in Bangkok say they faced pressure to remove Taiwan's Ministry of Culture logo from promotional materials. Despite the alleged demands, the festival went ahead as planned with the logo remaining in place.

Unpaid Traffic Fines to Delay Thai Tax Discs

From August 1, Thai motorists with unpaid traffic fines will not receive their vehicle tax disc until eligible fines are settled. The new system applies only to fines issued from August onward and affects both Thai and foreign vehicle owners.

"Shadows" ... that's a stretch, maybe to a blind person 🤣

Difficult format for news! Criminalisation of prostitution is simply not enforced. All venues should provide healthcare not only for STDs but for all health conditions, even cancer.

Would decriminalisation stop trafficking? Nope.

Online there is no "Bangkok Film Festival". Link, please.