Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
National NewsA midnight shootout at Mae Ai’s Chiang Mai checkpoint left one suspect dead and over 2 million yaba pills seized, heightening border-travel safety concerns. Read more.
Tourism · National NewsPattaya is revamping motorbike-taxi safety after a tourist stabbing with mental-health screenings and fitness checks by 2026. Updated licences & hotlines info.
Politics · National NewsFresh landmines near Ban Nong Ri on Thailand’s Trat–Cambodia border are cutting off farmers and traders; clearance may last to 2026. Follow Navy advisories.
National News · HealthThailand's New Year 'Seven Dangerous Days' have already claimed 86 lives in 48 hours. See province hot spots, risk factors and tips to stay safe on the roads.
Politics · National NewsBorder towns in Isan reel as Thailand–Cambodia cluster and chemical weapon claims escalate, endangering residents and choking ฿12-billion trade. Read more.
Politics · National NewsThai-Cambodia border communities face landmine threats and drone incursions as the caretaker government stalls JBC talks. Get risk updates and response plans.
Politics · National NewsA 72-hour Thai-Cambodian border ceasefire has silenced shelling, launched demining and could let 500,000 displaced villagers return home—follow the latest updates.
Politics · National News72-hour ceasefire and POW swap seek to end Thailand-Cambodia border clashes; Sa Kaeo and Chanthaburi residents hope to return home—follow live updates.
Politics · National NewsThailand’s EC rolls out digital alerts, secure depots and temple early voting to keep the 2023 election safe across seven eastern border provinces.