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Joyous birthday celebrations for Queen Suthida begin in Bangkok, Thailand and among Thais living overseas
Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand launches nationwide celebrations for Queen Suthida’s birthday with royal ceremonies, cultural showcases and events worldwide, highlighting her growing international profile, gold-medal sailing success, cultural… Read More ›
Ranger killed in heavy Narathiwat security operation. Extended battle between army and insurgents
Crime, Culture, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Southern insurgents killed a 29-year-old ranger in a dawn gun battle during a Narathiwat raid, then escaped into dense forest. Blood trails, a day-long manhunt,… Read More ›
68 year old Canadian educator arrested on rape charge after being hired as a tutor for a teenage girl
Crime, Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Canadian educator James Inkster, 68, has been arrested in Prachuap Khiri Khan over a teenage student rape case after police say he was released on… Read More ›
Trump counters Iran with tougher terms and a warning. Tehran now says it does not trust the US
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Iran rejects Trump’s tougher proposal and says it does not trust the US, as Trump threatens renewed attacks, Rubio warns of “other methods” and Tehran’s… Read More ›
Main suspect in Samui taxi mafia murder arrested in Surat Thani. Two fugitives in gang are still hunted
Crime, Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Koh Samui taxi war suspect ‘Bank’ has been arrested after a regional manhunt over the fatal shooting of a taxi driver. Police say 10 suspects… Read More ›
Former top Justice Ministry figure calls for tough line against NACC official charged over road death
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Top Thai anti-corruption boss faces calls for dismissal over fatal drink-drive crash that killed rider in Nonthaburi, with 189mg alcohol reading, claims of post-crash promotion,… Read More ›
Young woman decapitated in latest horror motorbike crash this time in Pathum Thani on Sunday morning
Crime, Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
A high-speed Honda Forza 350 crashed into a median barrier in Pathum Thani after a failed overtaking manoeuvre, killing both riders. A 26-year-old woman was… Read More ›
Bangkok Pride flags the Thai capital as a Gay Pride centre as Pheu Thai leader Yotsanun pledges support
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Thailand’s bid to host World Pride 2030 took centre stage at Bangkok Pride 2026 as Deputy PM Yotsanun Wongsawat led Pheu Thai’s parade push on… Read More ›
Drug gang smashed in Phitsanulok moving 1.7 tonnes of meth pills and 50 kg of ketamine in an oil tanker
Crime, Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Police smashed a major drug pipeline after intercepting a fuel tanker carrying 1.737 tonnes of crystal meth and 50kg of ketamine worth more than 200… Read More ›
Government to reopen Hua Hin to international flights as it pushes Thai Airways on more flights
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Thailand accelerates Hua Hin Airport upgrade into a regional tourism hub with runway expansion, safety upgrades, and CAAT certification push as officials prepare for direct… Read More ›
Abhisit Vejjajiva calls for scrutiny of flagship AI project being pursued by Digital Economy ministry
Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s TH-AI Passport, a plan to give 5 million people AI access, has sparked a political row. The government touts a low-cost digital upgrade, while… Read More ›
Short term and long term warnings lights for the ailing Thai economy as it ploughs through headwinds
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Thailand’s slowdown deepens as exports, tourism and domestic demand weaken while imports surge, widening trade and current account deficits. Rising fiscal pressure and digital outflows… Read More ›
Democrat Party ready to sue over ‘blue regime’ distortion of remarks made by leader Abhisit Vejjajiva
Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Democrat Party moves to sue over ‘blue regime’ claims, alleging distorted Abhisit interview excerpts spread online, triggering defamation accusations, monarchy-linked misinformation claims and escalating legal… Read More ›
31 year old man dies in front of his wife in Buriram talking on a charging phone after lightning strike
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Buriram man, 31, dies after lightning strike hits inside home during storm while using a charging phone. Wife and child witnessed the collapse. Devices showed… Read More ›
Cultural and economic ties in focus during last week’s state visit as Vietnam rapidly gains on Thailand
Culture, Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Vietnam’s First Lady dazzled Bangkok in traditional Thai dress as President To Lam secured key agreements and a royal audience. But behind the diplomacy, a… Read More ›
4 year manhunt for fraudster ends in Udon Thani with her arrest by the Highway Police over Swedish jobs
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A woman accused of luring more than 20 victims with promises of lucrative fruit-picking jobs in Sweden has been arrested after years on the run.… Read More ›
Thai US military alliance discussed in meeting of Defence Minister with US Defence Secretary Hegseth
Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned of China’s growing military power, urged Asian allies to boost defence spending, strengthened security ties with Thailand, backed support… Read More ›
21 year old suspect arrested in Bangkok linked with recent Pattani bombing spree targeting fuel stations
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Bangkok Central Railway Station arrest: 21-year-old Mr. Niusman detained in Pattani fuel station bombing probe linked to southern insurgency network. Police cite a lookout role,… Read More ›
LINE message stirs another political and electoral controversy. The ‘Blue Regime’ is again spotlighted as a factor
Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Lawyer pushes Constitutional Court bid to annul the February 8 vote over leaked Line chats alleging Blue Party influence, illegal ballot claims and political interference.… Read More ›
Thai News for Foreigners
Ranger killed in heavy Narathiwat security operation. Extended battle between army and insurgents
June 1, 2026
Southern insurgents killed a 29-year-old ranger in a
Trump counters Iran with tougher terms and a warning. Tehran now says it does not trust the US
June 1, 2026
Iran rejects Trump’s tougher proposal and says
Former top Justice Ministry figure calls for tough line against NACC official charged over road death
June 1, 2026
Top Thai anti-corruption boss faces calls for
Bangkok Pride flags the Thai capital as a Gay Pride centre as Pheu Thai leader Yotsanun pledges support
May 31, 2026
Thailand’s bid to host World Pride 2030 took
Government to reopen Hua Hin to international flights as it pushes Thai Airways on more flights
May 31, 2026
Thailand accelerates Hua Hin Airport upgrade into a
Short term and long term warnings lights for the ailing Thai economy as it ploughs through headwinds
May 31, 2026
Thailand’s slowdown deepens as exports, tourism
31 year old man dies in front of his wife in Buriram talking on a charging phone after lightning strike
May 31, 2026
Buriram man, 31, dies after lightning strike hits
4 year manhunt for fraudster ends in Udon Thani with her arrest by the Highway Police over Swedish jobs
May 30, 2026
A woman accused of luring more than 20 victims with
21 year old suspect arrested in Bangkok linked with recent Pattani bombing spree targeting fuel stations
May 30, 2026
Bangkok Central Railway Station arrest: 21-year-old
Top official assaulted by delivery driver at funeral of deceased rider whom he collided with on road
May 30, 2026
NACC director Jarong Kroemoh left with a split lip
NACC Director now confirms he was the driver after pickup collision that cost a delivery driver his life
May 29, 2026
A top anti-corruption official has admitted driving
Political firestorm as parliament votes to withhold MP wanted by DSI police over organised crime probe
May 29, 2026
Parliament voted 308-126 to block a DSI move against
Vietnam’s President visits King and Queen at Dusit Palace in Bangkok. Five decades of ties celebrated
May 29, 2026
Thai King and Queen received Vietnamese leader To Lam
Top Finance Ministry official says Thailand needs technology, investment and a leap in productivity
May 29, 2026
Thai finance official warns of simultaneous
Corruption activist Atchariya faces a new defamation trial over cyber police bribery claims on National TV
May 29, 2026
Thailand’s Criminal Court accepted a defamation
Police deny any Koh Samui taxi mafia but confirm 8 suspects are now being sought over cabbie’s murder
May 28, 2026
Koh Samui’s bloody taxi war deepened Thursday as
People’s Party leader doubles down on ‘blue regime’ remarks but stresses it refers to political groups
May 28, 2026
Nattapong Ruangpanyawut refuses to apologise over
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