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A young Irish filmmaker and his Czech girlfriend have died in a road crash in Thailand. The man was identified as 20-year-old Max Hendrickson from Cabra, Dublin. He was a second-year film student at the Institute of Art, Design and Technology and had previously won Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year in 2023. The couple were reportedly travelling on a rented scooter when the crash happened. Tributes have described Hendrickson as an exceptionally talented young filmmaker with a promising future. Russian Man Arrested With Large Drug Haul on Phuket-Pattaya Bus
A Russian man was arrested in Phuket after police discovered several types of drugs in his backpack during a checkpoint inspection. Officers stopped a coach bus travelling from Phuket to Pattaya at Tha Chat Chai Checkpoint in Mai Khao. Police said the man appeared nervous, failed to provide identification, and allegedly tried to move a backpack away from his seat. A search reportedly uncovered crystal methamphetamine, mephedrone, heroin, ecstasy, amphetamine, and ketamine. He was charged with possession of Category 1 narcotics with intent to distribute, an offence that can carry severe prison terms and heavy fines. Chinese Suspects Detained After Chon Buri Drug Lab Raid
Police raided a luxury pool villa in Chon Buri and uncovered what they believe was a makeshift drug laboratory. Officers found chemical containers, processing machines, glass equipment, and materials linked to the production of Etomidate, known locally as a “zombie drug.” The chemical is reportedly used in ketamine-laced e-cigarettes known as Pod K. Two Chinese nationals were detained at the property and are accused of working in Thailand without permission. Investigators are now working with narcotics and immigration police to trace the chemical supply chain and identify others involved. New EU Rules Could Give Thai Travellers Longer Schengen Visas
Thai nationals living in Thailand may now qualify for longer Schengen visas under new European Union rules. The change introduces a “visa cascade” system that rewards eligible repeat travellers with progressively longer multiple-entry visas. Travellers who have properly used a Schengen visa within the past two years may become eligible for a one-year multiple-entry visa. Frequent travellers could later qualify for two-year and five-year visas, as long as they maintain a clean travel record. Schengen visas still only allow stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period and do not permit work.
The story Thailand News | Thailand Cancels 60-Day Visa-Free Entry Scheme, new EU rules could give Thai travellers longer Schengen Visas as seen on Thaiger News.
← Back to newsA young Irish filmmaker and his Czech girlfriend have died in a road crash in Thailand. The man was identified as 20-year-old Max Hendrickson from Cabra, Dublin. He was a second-year film student at the Institute of Art, Design and Technology and had previously won Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year in 2023. The couple were reportedly travelling on a rented scooter when the crash happened. Tributes have described Hendrickson as an exceptionally talented young filmmaker with a promising future. Russian Man Arrested With Large Drug Haul on Phuket-Pattaya Bus
A Russian man was arrested in Phuket after police discovered several types of drugs in his backpack during a checkpoint inspection. Officers stopped a coach bus travelling from Phuket to Pattaya at Tha Chat Chai Checkpoint in Mai Khao. Police said the man appeared nervous, failed to provide identification, and allegedly tried to move a backpack away from his seat. A search reportedly uncovered crystal methamphetamine, mephedrone, heroin, ecstasy, amphetamine, and ketamine. He was charged with possession of Category 1 narcotics with intent to distribute, an offence that can carry severe prison terms and heavy fines. Chinese Suspects Detained After Chon Buri Drug Lab Raid
Police raided a luxury pool villa in Chon Buri and uncovered what they believe was a makeshift drug laboratory. Officers found chemical containers, processing machines, glass equipment, and materials linked to the production of Etomidate, known locally as a “zombie drug.” The chemical is reportedly used in ketamine-laced e-cigarettes known as Pod K. Two Chinese nationals were detained at the property and are accused of working in Thailand without permission. Investigators are now working with narcotics and immigration police to trace the chemical supply chain and identify others involved. New EU Rules Could Give Thai Travellers Longer Schengen Visas
Thai nationals living in Thailand may now qualify for longer Schengen visas under new European Union rules. The change introduces a “visa cascade” system that rewards eligible repeat travellers with progressively longer multiple-entry visas. Travellers who have properly used a Schengen visa within the past two years may become eligible for a one-year multiple-entry visa. Frequent travellers could later qualify for two-year and five-year visas, as long as they maintain a clean travel record. Schengen visas still only allow stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period and do not permit work.
The story Thailand News | Thailand Cancels 60-Day Visa-Free Entry Scheme, new EU rules could give Thai travellers longer Schengen Visas as seen on Thaiger News.