Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Immigration · National News76-year-old Turkish engineer arrested in Pattaya hotel under Interpol Red Notice for 2023 earthquake building collapse. What the case reveals about extradition in Thailand.
Tourism · National NewsPattaya introduces odd-even parking rules on South Pattaya Road & plans one-way streets in narrow sois. Check your license plate to avoid ฿2,000 fines.
Economy · National NewsThailand caps electricity at ฿3/unit for first 200 kWh monthly starting June 2026. 14M households benefit. Solar incentives available for higher users.
Environment · National NewsUpper Thailand faces severe storms Apr 24-25, 2026. Bangkok, North, Northeast at risk. Hail, 10-20 km/h winds, power outages likely. Prepare now—safety tips inside.
Economy · National NewsMiddle East crisis closes shipping routes. Thai plastic prices surge 50-70%, factory closures up 58%. Food packaging, daily goods costs rising now.
Tourism · National NewsBusinessman arrested for concealing cameras in Chiang Mai shopping venue. Learn how to detect hidden surveillance and stay safe in Thailand's public spaces.
Health · National NewsDiscover why HIV-positive residents in Thailand face accelerated lung aging despite treatment. Learn monitoring strategies and healthcare access tips.
Economy · National NewsThailand's GDP growth slows to 1.3%, energy costs spike above ฿40/liter. 80% of SMEs face 6-month cash crunch. How inflation and border conflicts affect residents.
Economy · National NewsThailand launches five-pillar economic strategy with up to 58% discounts on essentials, farmer price guarantees, and billions in SME loans starting May 2025.