Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
National News · PoliticsThai Airways crew arrested smuggling 1.8kg heroin to Australia. Police hunt 'Rose Rose' linked to Myanmar drug kingpin. Security measures strengthened across Thai airports.
National News · PoliticsThai police shut down 4,500 betting sites and arrested 8,700 people. Learn the legal penalties for online gambling in Thailand and how new AI surveillance works.
Economy · National NewsChinese yuan now accounts for 5% of Thai trade payments. Learn how new banking rules and direct yuan-baht exchange affect importers, exporters, and investors in Thailand.
National News · PoliticsFive rangers killed, two civilians injured in coordinated Narathiwat checkpoint assault. Analysis of Deep South insurgency escalation and security implications.
National News · PoliticsThailand seized 415M meth pills at the Laos border in 2025. New security checkpoints affect border provinces. What residents need to know about enforcement and rehab.
National News · HealthBMW driver 3x over limit kills 3 in Nonthaburi tuk-tuk crash. Learn Thailand's 3-10 year drunk driving penalties, license revocation, and what residents must know.
Economy · National NewsThai police seized 33 luxury homes worth $35M in nominee scheme. Critical legal risks & new enforcement rules every foreign property buyer must know.
Tourism · National NewsTrat-Bangkok state bus ends July 31. Higher costs await residents as private operators and airlines become only options. What travelers need to know.
Tourism · National NewsTrusted Thailand certifies 5,000+ venues across Thailand. Residents can find verified hotels, restaurants & attractions with English support and transparent pricing.