Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Immigration · National NewsNearly 100 job seekers in Chiang Rai file complaints after losing millions to illegal overseas employment brokers. Learn the red flags and how to verify job offers.
Tourism · National NewsElectrical fire destroys Karon restaurant-spa building with no injuries. Learn how Phuket emergency crews prevented disaster and ongoing electrical safety concerns affecting businesses.
Health · National NewsPersistent vision problems affect 31% of long COVID patients. Learn about hidden corneal damage, warning signs, and treatment options for Thailand residents.
Environment · National NewsRescued elephant calf in Kanchanaburi recovers from life-threatening illness. Learn about wildlife rescue efforts and human-elephant conflict in Thailand today.
Health · National NewsThailand seized 20K toxic squishy toys from Sampheng Market containing cancer-linked phthalates. Learn how to verify TIS certification before buying.
Immigration · National NewsThailand's new deportation system removes foreigners in 30 days. Discover if visa runs, remote work, or your business puts you at risk.
Tourism · National NewsIndonesian ferry fire kills 5, 41 missing off Madura. Essential safety guide for Thailand residents traveling to Sulawesi & eastern Indonesia islands.
National News · ImmigrationWest African scammers arrested in Bangkok black money scheme. Learn how undercover police caught them and protect yourself from fake currency cons targeting expats.
National News · PoliticsTwo police officers killed, three wounded when drug traffickers ambushed raid in Narathiwat. Martial law expanded across southern provinces.