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Questions mount over Hlun Solo’s death after Georgia delayed notifying Thailand for more than two weeks. Autopsy results are awaited as police investigate while the… Read More ›
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Thailand’s tourism bosses are battling a perfect storm as social media controversies, headline-grabbing crimes, weaker European arrivals and Middle East disruption hit confidence. TAT warns… Read More ›
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Anutin shrugs off Monaco political pact rumours as Bhumjaithai faces its toughest test. Senate collusion ruling on 229 suspects slips to September while exam fraud… Read More ›
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Narathiwat residents marched for peace after a deadly insurgent attack halted talks to end Thailand’s southern conflict. Five rangers were killed, causing officials to suspend… Read More ›
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Retired diplomat Rasmi Chalijanchai says Thailand has crossed a diplomatic line with China, warning Beijing’s growing influence threatens the kingdom’s independence and hoping it never… Read More ›
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Thailand draws a line after Chinese and Italian tourist rows. Minister insists no visitor can buy privileges as embassy involvement, investigations and public outrage put… Read More ›
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Anutin rejects Senate collusion allegations as Thailand’s Election Commission faces its biggest test. Commissioners must soon decide whether to prosecute 229 politicians, ministers and senators… Read More ›
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Hundreds of EV owners could get their day in court without paying legal costs after Thailand moved towards unprecedented action against one manufacturer. A total… Read More ›
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As the Senate collusion case reaches its biggest test, Abhisit has urged named politicians to answer publicly, while opposition leaders warn the Election Commission against… Read More ›
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Krabi becomes the next target in Thailand’s illegal business crackdown as more than 1,000 companies face investigation. Deputy Interior Minister Polpeera orders a money trail… Read More ›
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Thailand’s economy faces a new warning as the baht slumps to a 15-month low, imports outstrip record exports and the current account swings to a… Read More ›
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China’s shadow over Thailand? Fresh claims the Chinese Embassy tried to pressure a Taiwan film festival come as Bangkok deepens ties with Beijing, prompting a… Read More ›
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Thailand’s trillion-baht Land Bridge is effectively dead after a government review found it uneconomic, environmentally risky and commercially weak. Ministers are switching to a new… Read More ›
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The Kingdom and mainland are fast-tracking closer security ties after PM Anutin’s Beijing visit, launching a new 2+2 defence dialogue, expanding military cooperation and targeting… Read More ›
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Bangkok is scrambling to protect Thai exports after Trump’s latest tariff blitz placed Thailand in the tougher 12.5% bracket. Ministers are rushing negotiations as Washington… Read More ›
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Thailand’s nominee crackdown could become far more severe as a proposal would make hidden foreign ownership a money laundering crime. AMLO powers, land seizures, asset… Read More ›
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Thailand showcases road safety at the UN despite having one of Asia’s deadliest road networks. UK warnings remain in force as 14,144 motorcyclists died last… Read More ›
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From 5,000-1 Premiership miracle to League One misery. King Power is reportedly exploring a sale of Leicester City as Citigroup seeks potential buyers amid consecutive… Read More ›
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Former PM Abhisit Vejjajiva joins opposition demands to expose alleged Senate election collusion, piling pressure on the Election Commission before its pivotal August ruling as… Read More ›
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Prime Minister Anutin reshapes Thailand’s transport strategy after Beijing talks, putting China rail links and new seaports ahead of the trillion-baht Land Bridge. Top banker… Read More ›
Chinese man who embezzled 50 million baht for Bangkok good life lifted on Thursday by Immigration 
Thai actress demands action against former police officer for stalking and sexual harassment at home 
PM’s remarks on shooting burglars at home prompt hostile reaction. Police clarify self defence is legal 
Online commentary glorifying guns in Thai schools. Minister says mass shooter used mainstream sites 
People’s Party MP wants an expanded answer into money paid to an Election Commission official 
Middle East conflict has caused headwinds for Thai Airways as profits in the second quarter dived 87% 
Prime Minister seeks decree removing Broadcasting Commission Chairman following weeks of turmoil 
Illegal to shoot an intruder or burglar at home with a licenced gun says PM in new firearms crackdown 
Vicious foreigner who pelted a delivery driver with an egg arrested in Bangkok. Accused by more victims 
Wife calls in emergency services in Phuket after young Russian man’s attempts to harm himself 
Wealthy foreign expats arrested as police swoop on Hua Hin housing estate. 200 officers took part in raid 
Political bigwig charged with murder in Nonthaburi after gunning down Provincial Authority President 
Addict nightly stole highway lighting infrastructure to fund his habit causing road accidents and death 
Interests in guns and violence and a grudge against a teacher revealed as police probe killer teenager 
All seven injured in Friday’s school shooting are now out of danger. Public continues to lay flowers at scene 
PM Anutin’s cryptic online message about running into walls stings opposition People’s Party into attack 
Thailand pushes on to attract more than 2 million Russian tourists in 2026 despite the Pattaya murders 
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