Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · National News2M baht home invasion and Beach Road assault highlight Pattaya security concerns. Essential safety tips, enforcement updates, and what expats need to know now.
National News · Politics2.8 million pills seized in Lampang. Learn how increased drug enforcement affects your travel, checkpoint delays, and safety in Thailand's northern provinces.
National News · PoliticsThailand military seizes 5.46M methamphetamine pills in Chiang Dao. Latest bust reveals escalating border drug war affecting northern residents.
National News · EconomySamsen Road sinkhole near Vajira Hospital: 1B THB repair underway. One lane opens March 2027, full reopening October 2027. Essential commute info.
Health · National NewsThailand intensifies enforcement against illegal kratom vendors near schools. Learn about 1km ban rules, penalties up to ฿100K & what it means for residents.
Health · National NewsStreptococcus suis outbreak kills 3, infects 49 across 28 Thai provinces. How to cook pork safely and recognize meningitis symptoms.
Politics · National NewsThailand referendum passed with 58.6% approval to draft a new constitution. Understand the 2-year timeline and what constitutional reform could mean for expats' visas, taxes, and residency.
National News · HealthMan high on meth fires at police in Nan Province, dies in shootout. What the incident reveals about Thailand's drug crisis and use-of-force rules.
Immigration · National NewsThailand intensifies gambling enforcement with visa revocation and fines for foreigners. New laws target operators. Expats face compounding legal penalties. Learn what's changing.