Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Politics · National NewsBhumjaithai Party prepares government formation with coalition partners. Planned ministerial roles could affect visa processing, taxes, and healthcare access.
Health · National NewsBangkok opens 120 free cooling centers March-May 2026 as temperatures hit 42-43°C. Find nearest shelter at district offices, schools and health centers citywide.
Tech · National NewsThai police arrest gang that posed as educators, stole biometric data from hundreds of students to register SIM cards for Myanmar scam operations.
Sports · National NewsThai football coach Sakol moves to Chachoengsao school in March 2026 with 80% of his championship team. Learn how provincial programs compete with Bangkok academies.
Tourism · National NewsThai Embassy warns nationals to avoid 18 Mexican states following cartel violence. Cancún, Puerto Vallarta, and major tourist hubs now restricted for Thai travelers.
Tourism · National NewsGerman tourist robbed in Pattaya beach confrontation. What expats and residents in Thailand should know about tourist zone safety patterns and police response.
National News · Health14-year-old drugged and assaulted by teen gang in Chai Nat. What Thailand's child protection laws mean for families and how to access support resources.
Tourism · National NewsWinter Storm Hernando canceled 10,000+ US flights. Thailand residents face delays through late February. Rebooking waivers, alternative routes & tips.
Immigration · National NewsBangladeshi national arrested at Sa Kaeo checkpoint carrying 11 mobile phones. Arrest reveals device smuggling networks supplying cross-border scam operations from Cambodia.