Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Economy · National NewsThailand arrested 869 people for mule accounts in Q1 2025, with 60% women. Chiang Rai woman detained as syndicates process 17.2B baht through ordinary bank accounts.
Tourism · National NewsDoctor recovers 200,000 baht after catching thief mid-flight. Essential tips to secure valuables and prevent in-flight theft on Thailand routes.
Environment · National NewsRare-earth mining and Lao dams contaminate Mekong tributaries with arsenic and lead. Thai fisheries collapse 40-80%. What you need to know now.
Economy · National NewsBangchak cancels fuel limits after 24-hour backlash in March 2026. Thailand confirms 95-day oil reserves despite Middle East tensions. What it means for motorists.
Tourism · National NewsOrganized theft rings target Thai domestic flights between Bangkok and provinces. Learn how to protect cash and valuables with expert safety tips for travelers.
Politics · National NewsChon Buri journalist attacked at home with police inaction raising concerns. Learn how press threats escalate and what it means for foreign residents in Thailand.
Economy · National NewsMissile and drone strike hit US Embassy compound in Baghdad. Details on the attack, security response, and what it means for the region as tensions escalate in March 2026.
Economy · National NewsThailand boosts US LNG imports to 1.3M tonnes yearly through 2041. What it means for your electricity bills and energy security in Thailand.
Health · National NewsNew dual-protein flu vaccine cuts airborne transmission 50% in animal studies. What this breakthrough means for future flu prevention and timeline to market.