Influencer dies after penile filler procedure in Thailand

The transcription below provides news stories from across Thailand, hosted by Alex in the Good Morning Thailand programme. The stories range from Influencer dies after penile filler procedure to Thailand limits visa-exempt land entries.

Influencer dies after penile filler procedure

British-Nigerian influencer Igho Ubiribo has died after undergoing a cosmetic penile filler procedure in Thailand. The 43-year-old later developed chest pain and collapsed during a massage. Doctors diagnosed a pulmonary embolism and linked it to the filler injections. A UK postmortem found material in his lungs consistent with the injected filler.

Man arrested over alleged child prostitution network

Thai police have arrested a 38-year-old man known as “Yod The Kids” over an alleged child prostitution network. Police say he recruited girls under 18 through social media and arranged paid sexual services. Investigators seized phones, messages, payment records and other evidence. Authorities have charged him with human trafficking and prostitution-related offences.

Singaporean fugitive arrested over alleged poison plot

Bangkok police have arrested a 40-year-old Singaporean fugitive over an alleged poison plot. Officers say they found chemicals, detonator devices, drugs and evidence of alleged dark-web purchases at his condominium. Police also found messages discussing poison in a water tank. Authorities said they found no evidence of terrorism.

Flash flood warning issued for 24 provinces

Thailand has issued a flash flood warning for 24 provinces through September 8. Heavy rain could trigger flash floods, landslides, mudslides and forest runoff. Northern, northeastern and eastern provinces face the main risks. Authorities have urged people in vulnerable areas to monitor weather updates and prepare for rapidly changing conditions.

USS Abraham Lincoln leaves Thailand

The USS Abraham Lincoln left Thailand on September 6 after a five-day port visit. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier arrived at Laem Chabang with other US naval vessels. Around 5,000 personnel are aboard the carrier. The crew spent time in Pattaya before the ship resumed its overseas operations.

Thailand records more than 53,000 hand, foot and mouth cases

Thailand has recorded 53,362 cases of hand, foot and mouth disease since January. The outbreak has caused one death and more than 5,400 hospitalisations. Children aged four and under account for most cases. Health officials are urging schools and childcare centres to screen children and disinfect shared surfaces.

Thailand tightens visa-free rules for business travellers

Thailand will introduce new visa-exemption rules on September 15. The new 30-day exemption will focus on tourism and replace the current 60-day system. Business travellers may need the correct visa and work authorisation. Authorities are still expected to clarify how the new rules will affect urgent short-term work.

Thailand limits visa-exempt land entries

Thailand will limit most visa-exempt land-border entries to two per calendar year from September 15. Travellers from Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia and Singapore will remain exempt from the limit. The rule does not affect visa-exempt arrivals by air. Foreigners planning longer stays may need to use an appropriate visa instead.