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Thailand’s aviation industry soars with FAA’s Category 1 safety status restoration, allowing Thai Airways to resume US flights and boosting tourism. The move promises increased… Read More ›
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US–Thai trade talks stall again as PM urges caution and balance with China, while Paul Chambers’s brother demands no talks begin until the jailed academic… Read More ›
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PM Paetongtarn laughs off media rumours of a cabinet reshuffle and coalition breakup, as key partners Bhumjaithai and Pheu Thai vow to stay united until… Read More ›
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China warns Thailand against siding with the US as trade talks are postponed again. Pressure mounts on Bangkok over F-16 jet deal rejection, cabinet reshuffle… Read More ›
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Controversial National Park ranger Sai Scott is to be formally removed this week after a viral beach row with a Russian tourist, rising staff complaints… Read More ›
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Pope Francis has died aged 88, ending a 12-year papacy marked by humility, reform and global outreach. He inspired millions with his compassion and message… Read More ›
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Opposition MP Sirikanya Tansakul backs higher public borrowing to tackle the Trump tariff crisis but urges the government to revise its 2026 budget and present… Read More ›
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BMW road rage incident involving ex-mayor’s son sparks political storm in Thailand as injured elderly couple dubbed Uncle and Auntie win sympathy, online outrage erupts,… Read More ›
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Defiant Thai-Scots ranger “Sai Scott” resigns after tourist clash, insisting he was right to defend Thailand’s honour. As backlash erupts from tour operators and park… Read More ›
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Trump’s tariffs create economic turmoil for Thailand, with exports and tourism set to drop sharply in 2025. As the baht strengthens, growth forecasts are slashed,… Read More ›
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim achieves a breakthrough in Burma, securing the release of 4,800 prisoners and extending the ceasefire. He holds talks with both the… Read More ›
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PM orders arrests within 7 days over Chatuchak building collapse as police probe forged signatures, faulty shaft design, substandard steel and corruption, while seismic risk… Read More ›
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Thaksin Shinawatra hosts Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim and Burma’s junta leader for a controversial dinner in Bangkok amid tight security and diplomatic tensions. The meeting… Read More ›
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PM Paetongtarn was named one of 114 top global leaders under 40 by WEF’s Young Global Leaders forum as she prepares to host Malaysian PM… Read More ›
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Pichai’s team postpones US trip amid escalating US-China tensions. Thai finance minister delays meeting with US trade reps, while global markets react to Trump’s tariffs.… Read More ›
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Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim will meet Myanmar’s General Min Aung Hlaing in Bangkok on Thursday to discuss humanitarian issues amid Myanmar’s civil war and earthquake… Read More ›
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Finance Minister Pichai to meet Bank of Thailand chief before flying to Washington for crisis talks. Focus will be on US bond holdings, currency risks… Read More ›
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Thaksin leaves the door open to joining key US trade talks as the Thai delegation led by Pichai flies out Thursday. Final strategy set at… Read More ›
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Thailand was hit by two minor earthquakes on Monday, a 1.4 magnitude tremor in Chiang Mai and a 3.5 magnitude in Krabi. Despite this, the… Read More ›
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Coalition in crisis as Bhumjaithai scion slams casino bill, fuelling fury in Pheu Thai ranks. Land scandals, cannabis rifts and a Senate probe deepen tensions.… Read More ›
Big Joke calls on Prime Minister to suspend National Police Chief over rising force corruption scandals 
Corruption killer submits evidence of criminality within the Thai Police to the National Police Chief 
Speedboat disaster off Krabi averted after quick-thinking captain radioed for help with 39 lives aboard 
Three children of wanted Cambodian senator and Hun Sen associate Kok An held illegal Thai citizenship 
Cambodia factor which came from nowhere in June suddenly threatens both Thai politics and its economy 
End of era ordering cheap stuff online from China as Thailand imposes a 10% duty on low cost imports 
Prime Minister savaged for damaging Thai US links by former Ministry of Foreign Affairs Vice Minister 
Thailand shocked as United States shelves trade talks after Prime Minister’s call with Trump on Friday 
Malaysian PM trying to hold together Thai Cambodian peace pact repudiated this week by Anutin in Sisaket 
Police groups seek to sue General Surachate Hakparn or Big Joke for defamation despite damning evidence 
Some relief for foreign tourists and hospitality sector but Thai nightlife to remain stunted by new law 
Cowardly bandit tops himself as shop owner responds with lethal force in cash hold up in Udon Thani 
PM promises clarity on alcohol law but business sector says it’s not enough after this latest debacle 
Fear of renewed hostilities. Thailand scraps Trump’s peace deal with Cambodia. ‘Peace is over’ says PM 
Indian stepfather arrested in Chaam for horrifically brutal murder of an 8 year old girl found on Sunday 
German criminal thug detected by the public on Koh Phangan for offensive behaviour. Wanted by Interpol 
Foreign tourists seriously injured as passenger tour bus slides out of control and overturns on highway 
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