Klong Thom fire brought under control

The transcription below provides news stories from across Thailand, hosted by Alex in the Good Morning Thailand programme. The stories range from the Klong Thom shopping centre fire to the Airport Rail Link dispute.

Klong Thom fire brought under control

Firefighters have contained the major blaze at Klong Thom Centre in Bangkok. Eleven people suffered injuries, while crews continue tackling hot spots beneath the building’s steel structures.

FBI-wanted American arrested in Phuket

Thai authorities have arrested a 48-year-old American man wanted by the FBI. Lance Beck faces US allegations involving child sexual abuse and is expected to return to the United States for legal proceedings.

Nepal-Tibet flash flood leaves thousands missing

Authorities report 2,478 people missing after a devastating flash flood near the Nepal-Tibet border. Nepal has confirmed 579 deaths, while China reports seven more fatalities in Tibet.

British tourists injured in Jomtien bar fight

Two British tourists suffered injuries during a fight at a beer bar in Jomtien. Police detained another British man and are reviewing CCTV footage to determine what happened.

Koh Larn speedboat fight triggers new restrictions

A fight between two Koh Larn speedboat workers has prompted new controls at Tawaen Beach. Authorities will monitor operators, check licences and restrict customer solicitation in some areas.

Thailand seizes 1.84 million counterfeit goods

Thai authorities seized more than 1.84 million counterfeit products in 512 cases from January to July. Officials estimate the seized goods prevented more than 809 million baht in losses.

Government warns CP-linked firm over Airport Rail Link

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has warned a CP-linked company over plans to leave the Airport Rail Link contract. The government is preparing contingency plans if the operator stops service.

Bangkok host bar apologises over shaved-head incident

A Bangkok host bar has apologised after a woman allegedly had her head shaved during a dispute over a nearly 60,000-baht bill. Authorities are checking on her welfare and the circumstances surrounding the incident.