Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
National News · HealthPathum Thani tragedy exposes mental health screening failures affecting foreign students in Thailand. Learn how universities are addressing crisis support gaps.
Immigration · National NewsThai police arrest South Korean loan shark kingpin in Pathum Thani, signaling increased cooperation with Interpol to track foreign criminals hiding in expat areas like Pattaya.
National News · Politics4.3M meth pills seized in Chiang Rai after high-speed chase. Armed smugglers fled into jungle. What residents and expats need to know about escalating border security risks.
Tourism · National NewsStone-throwing attack injures two bar owners on Pattaya road near police station. Incident exposes surveillance gaps on secondary routes after dark.
National News · PoliticsThailand reinforces Surin border with armor and fencing after Cambodian soldier incidents. Travel restrictions and military deployment affect northeast Thailand residents.
Health · National NewsThai scientists discover brain lipids enabling early Parkinson's detection via blood tests. New breakthrough offers hope for 400,000 Thai patients with potential treatment options.
Politics · National NewsMyanmar's junta leader becomes president amid civil war. How Thailand residents face refugee flows, $6B trade loss, and tighter borders. What's next.
Health · National NewsSingapore confirms locally transmitted mpox clade Ib in April 2026. Thailand residents: learn about regional risk levels, vaccination access, and health precautions.
Tourism · National News3 German tourists beaten by Thai men in Patong at 3am April 3. Police review CCTV as manhunt continues. What residents and visitors need to know now.