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Shock withdrawal of support for charter move shows the new coalition government is already under strain

Shock withdrawal of support for charter move shows the new coalition government is already under strain

June 5, 2026

Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Coalition cracks burst into the open as Bhumjaithai torpedoes Pheu Thai’s constitution rewrite just hours before Parliament. The shock move stalls an 189-MP bid, fuels… Read More ›

Prachachart Party leader urges parliament to deepen enquiries into attempted assassination of sitting MP

Prachachart Party leader urges parliament to deepen enquiries into attempted assassination of sitting MP

June 5, 2026

Crime, Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Navy gun mystery rocks MP assassination probe as forensic tests reveal a weapon declared damaged and destroyed was fully operational. Lawmakers now question military disposal… Read More ›

2 insurgents die in pre-dawn firefight with security forces in Pattani after refusing pleas to surrender

2 insurgents die in pre-dawn firefight with security forces in Pattani after refusing pleas to surrender

June 4, 2026

Crime, Culture, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

Two wanted insurgents died in a dramatic Pattani siege after opening fire on security forces during failed surrender talks. Investigators found guns and a pipe… Read More ›

Thailand releases video suggesting Cambodia’s denial of land mines being planted in Chong Bok is a lie

Thailand releases video suggesting Cambodia’s denial of land mines being planted in Chong Bok is a lie

June 4, 2026

Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Thai military has released a video it says shows Cambodian soldiers planting anti-tank mines at Chong Bok, directly contradicting Phnom Penh’s denial. Bangkok says it… Read More ›

30 out of 100 high risk students at school test positive for narcotics in Surin. Schools are now a magnet

30 out of 100 high risk students at school test positive for narcotics in Surin. Schools are now a magnet

June 4, 2026

Crime, Culture, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

Grade 6 children are being drawn into drugs in Surin, with nearly 30 of 100 at-risk students testing positive and almost half of them girls.… Read More ›

Trump aims to be the first living President on a US banknote. Treasury Secretary seeks to change law

Trump aims to be the first living President on a US banknote. Treasury Secretary seeks to change law

June 4, 2026

Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Trump could become the first living person to appear on a U.S. banknote in more than a century under plans for a new $250 bill… Read More ›

PM defends handling of Cambodian border situation saying many online pundits need psychiatric care

PM defends handling of Cambodian border situation saying many online pundits need psychiatric care

June 4, 2026

Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul says online commentators discussing Thai-Cambodian border tensions belong in a psychiatric hospital as he rejects rumours, defends government strategy, backs frontline… Read More ›

Prime Minister pushes to seal Thailand’s trade deal with the United States as rivals lock in benefits

Prime Minister pushes to seal Thailand’s trade deal with the United States as rivals lock in benefits

June 3, 2026

Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

Thailand is in a race against time to secure a US trade deal as Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul orders urgent tariff talks before a July… Read More ›

Tourist safety again in the spotlight after Bolt driver’s attack and an attempted rape ot Koh Samet hotel

Tourist safety again in the spotlight after Bolt driver’s attack and an attempted rape ot Koh Samet hotel

June 3, 2026

Crime, Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Thailand’s tourism industry faces a safety reckoning after a Japanese businessman was assaulted by a Bolt driver and a Koh Samet intruder confessed he entered… Read More ›

Former Prime Minister Thaksin gains his full freedom after Royal Pardon to celebrate the Queen’s birthday

Former Prime Minister Thaksin gains his full freedom after Royal Pardon to celebrate the Queen’s birthday

June 3, 2026

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Thaksin Shinawatra wins full freedom after a royal pardon wipes out the final months of his sentence. The former PM ditches his ankle monitor and… Read More ›

Bank of Thailand offers a more cheerful view of the economy for 2026 with GDP growth projection of 2%

Bank of Thailand offers a more cheerful view of the economy for 2026 with GDP growth projection of 2%

June 3, 2026

Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

Thailand’s economy gets a surprise boost as the Bank of Thailand raises its 2026 growth forecast to 2%, backed by a ฿400 billion stimulus package… Read More ›

Top media expert warns government that Thailand is losing its sovereignty in the digital world of news

Top media expert warns government that Thailand is losing its sovereignty in the digital world of news

June 2, 2026

Culture, Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

Thailand faces a digital sovereignty crisis as foreign tech giants tighten their grip on information, media and data. A top adviser warns Elon Musk’s Starlink… Read More ›

Burma’s deadly civil war crashes into Western Tak province and kills three family members, injuring two

Burma’s deadly civil war crashes into Western Tak province and kills three family members, injuring two

June 2, 2026

Crime, Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Myanmar’s civil war spilled onto Thai soil when a suicide drone crossed the border and exploded in a Tak chilli plantation, killing three family members,… Read More ›

Economy dominated by geopolitics turning its back on small concerns. Commerce Minister’s warning

Economy dominated by geopolitics turning its back on small concerns. Commerce Minister’s warning

June 2, 2026

Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

Thailand’s economy is booming on paper but leaving thousands of smaller firms behind, as exports surge, investment jumps and big corporations capture up to 90%… Read More ›

Things have changed in politics but Thaksin still faces legal issues including a 17 billion baht tax debt

Things have changed in politics but Thaksin still faces legal issues including a 17 billion baht tax debt

June 2, 2026

Culture, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

Former PM Thaksin Shinawatra faces a staggering ฿17 billion tax bill as ex-Democrat Watchara Petchthong vows monthly pressure on authorities. The Shin Corp dispute that… Read More ›

Joyous birthday celebrations for Queen Suthida begin in Bangkok, Thailand and among Thais living overseas

Joyous birthday celebrations for Queen Suthida begin in Bangkok, Thailand and among Thais living overseas

June 1, 2026

Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, PR News, 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

Ranger killed in heavy Narathiwat security operation. Extended battle between army and insurgents

June 1, 2026

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 ›

Trump counters Iran with tougher terms and a warning. Tehran now says it does not trust the US

Trump counters Iran with tougher terms and a warning. Tehran now says it does not trust the US

June 1, 2026

Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

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 ›

Former top Justice Ministry figure calls for  tough line against NACC official charged over road death

Former top Justice Ministry figure calls for  tough line against NACC official charged over road death

June 1, 2026

Crime, Culture, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

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 ›

Bangkok Pride flags the Thai capital as a Gay Pride centre as Pheu Thai leader Yotsanun pledges support

Bangkok Pride flags the Thai capital as a Gay Pride centre as Pheu Thai leader Yotsanun pledges support

May 31, 2026

Culture, Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

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 ›

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