Tourism · PoliticsPattaya's Jomtien Street Cleanup Sparks Homelessness Debate Among Residents
Pattaya cleared Jomtien streets in April 2026. But does cleanup solve homelessness or hide it? Support services available for residents in need.
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National News · PoliticsBangkok Elite School Director Sentenced 27 Years for Admission Bribes
Bangkok court sentences Triam Udom ex-director to 27 years for systematic admission bribes worth 100M baht annually. Full verdict details and implications.
Economy · PoliticsThailand's $31 Billion Shipping Shortcut Opens New Economic Corridor for Southeast Asia
Thailand's Land Bridge bypasses Malacca, cuts shipping costs 15%, creates 280K jobs in Ranong & Chumphon. Cabinet approval June 2026. What it means for you.
Economy · PoliticsThailand's Manufacturing Boom: How China's New Restrictions Are Creating Business Opportunities for You
China's April 2026 regulations trap foreign capital. Thailand sees 32% FDI surge as companies pursue China+1 strategies. What it means for your business.
Economy · PoliticsThailand Cracks Down on Fake Ownership: Foreign Investors Face Asset Seizure and Deportation
Thailand intensifies enforcement against nominee schemes used by foreigners to own land illegally. Asset seizure, 3-year imprisonment, and deportation now threaten violators. Read what changed.
National News · PoliticsBangkok's Illegal Gambling Problem Is Getting Worse: What Residents Need to Know
Bangkok residents face 5,000 baht fines & 3 years prison for illegal gambling. Recent raids show intensifying crackdown with AI targeting online operations.
Politics · National NewsThailand's Opposition Party Faces Supreme Court Trial That Could End Political Careers
Thailand's Supreme Court will hear ethics case against 44 opposition lawmakers on June 30, 2026. Convictions mean lifetime political bans over lese majeste reform bill.
National News · PoliticsLiving in Thailand's Mekong War Zone: How Drug Smuggling Changes Daily Life in Nakhon Phanom
Drug trafficking surge in Nakhon Phanom brings armed checkpoints, violence, and job recruitment dangers to Thailand's northeast border. What residents should know.
Economy · PoliticsThailand Freezes Tax Costs Through 2027: What Lower Prices Mean for Your Budget
Thailand keeps VAT at 7% until Sept 2027, avoiding ฿200-300B in tax increases. What this means for household budgets, businesses, and fiscal stability.