Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
National News · ImmigrationSongkhla school closes after fired teacher's online threats. Thailand proposes 90-day safety reform plan including mental health screening and bag searches.
National News · HealthAfter Debsirin school shooting killed 9, Thailand mandates bag searches, mental health screening, and gun reforms within 90 days. What residents must know.
Culture · National NewsNene Royal, a 16-year-old from Phuket, hits 1M views on America's Got Talent. Self-taught guitarist and Thailand's rising rock star explained.
Economy · National NewsTyphoon Dolphin threatens China's busiest ports with closure, risking supply chain disruptions to Thailand. Expect potential 2-3 week delays on electronics.
National News · EnvironmentTang Tang dog abuse case exposes Thailand's weak animal welfare enforcement. Learn how to report cruelty and support local rescues in Lampang.
Environment · National NewsIllegal e-waste plant in Prachin Buri forest shut down after a year. Authorities investigate toxic contamination risks to groundwater and farmland in Si Maha Phot.
National News · PoliticsThailand suspends new gun carry permits after deadly school shooting. New storage rules, tighter checks, and what residents need to know about 2026 changes.
National News · PoliticsPoll shows 70% of Thais want death penalty enforced, but no executions since 2018. Thailand becomes abolitionist by 2028 if moratorium continues—480 on death row.
Economy · National NewsThailand's Sept 2026 excise tax overhaul incentivizes local auto assembly. Impact on Rayong-Chonburi jobs, vehicle prices, and supply chain careers.