Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
National News · CultureFormer Ayutthaya abbot jailed for stealing ฿92M. Learn how new digital donation laws protect your temple contributions and what to check before you give.
Tourism · National NewsSuvarnabhumi Airport ranks 8th globally for connectivity, beating Tokyo and Hong Kong. More routes and 270 billion baht expansion underway.
Immigration · National NewsThailand tightens immigration rules in 2026. Phuket enforces zero tolerance on bad tourist behavior. Key updates for foreign residents.
Tourism · National NewsFive dead, 86 missing after Philippine ferry fire. Essential safety tips for all Thailand residents traveling by ferry to Coron and other islands.
Environment · National NewsHeavy storms forecast for Bangkok. Check high-risk flood zones, emergency parking spots, and how to claim 9,000 THB relief via the Tangrat app.
National News · HealthThai police rescue a 57-year-old blind woman from her son’s abuse. Learn how to report domestic violence in Thailand using Hotline 1300 and other resources.
National NewsThai Navy secures new frigate with EU tech and training for Thai engineers. A strategic shift boosting coastal security and reducing US dependency.
Environment · National NewsSamut Songkhram declared disaster zone as court orders fish eradication. Civil suit against CPF seeks 2.4 billion baht for farmers next week.
Economy · National NewsPTT and Bangchak raise fuel prices for the second time in a week. With the Oil Fund exhausted, prepare for higher transport and living costs in Thailand.