Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Politics · National NewsChadchart resigns, triggering June 28 Bangkok gubernatorial election. Three challengers confirmed. Learn what changes ahead for residents and permits.
Tourism · National NewsSoutheast Asia's largest dinosaur unearthed in Chaiyaphum. Discover how this 113-million-year-old giant is reshaping Thailand's tourism and heritage landscape.
National News · TechThai police bust crypto-gold laundering ring processing millions in scam proceeds. New SHIELD system tracks fraud across 18 nations. How this affects you.
Environment · National NewsInvasive blackchin tilapia spotted along Pattaya beaches threaten Gulf fishing grounds. Learn how this African species impacts coastal livelihoods.
National News · HealthThailand's DV crisis explained: legal protections, system gaps, and what expats must know to stay safe. Essential guide to rights and resources.
Economy · National NewsWorld Bank warns of 1.3% growth in Thailand for 2026. Inflation rising, wages stagnant, credit tightening. What this means for your budget and job security.
National News · Digital LifestyleThai police dismantle maruay365 gambling network in Mae Sot processing 480M baht yearly. What the crackdown means for banking scrutiny and expat visa holders in Thailand.
National News · PoliticsNakhon Ratchasima police sergeant charged with assault, unlawful detention, and sharing intimate images. Case tests police accountability in Thailand.
Tech · National NewsThailand drafts social media restrictions for minors under 14. Learn how new ETDA regulations and criminal code amendments affect expat families and schools by mid-2026.