Politics · TechKalasin Couple Behind Online Betting Flee Abroad, Sparking Thai Law Reforms
Kalasin’s Patthanun Chandorn and wife fled to Dubai after a 150-million-baht online betting probe, pressing MPs to reform Thailand’s gambling laws—read on.
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Politics · TechThammanat’s Promise: End Scams and Propel Kla Tham Into Top Three
Deputy PM Thammanat vows to crush Thailand’s phone-scam rings under a 2026 cyber-crime law and propel Kla Tham into a top-three election spot. What to watch.
Politics · National NewsThai Election Sprint: Reformers Seek Overhaul as PT Warns of Chaos
Thailand’s Feb 8 election nears. Reformers risk Section 112 bans while Pheu Thai promises stability. See how energy prices, local autonomy and digital wallets could affect you.
National News · PoliticsTrat Residents Brace for Evacuation as Cambodia Digs Border Trenches
Cambodia's new trenches near Thailand's Trat border spur extra patrols, AI surveillance and evacuation planning; traders and villagers stay alert for flare-ups.
Politics · EconomyIsan’s Three-Way Battle: People’s Party Holds Slim Lead as Bhumjaithai Surges
People’s Party edges Pheu Thai in new Isan election poll as Bhumjaithai gains ground. Northeastern Thailand voters seek debt relief and jobs ahead of the 8 Feb vote – see the full numbers.
Politics · National NewsPita’s Rally Sparks Youth Surge as PM Courts Rural Voters
Two weeks before Thailand’s 2024 election, Pita Limjaroenrat’s comeback energises urban youth as PM Anutin Charnvirakul tours rural markets to woo voters.
Politics · National NewsVolunteer Army, New Constitution and Graft-Fighting: What’s on Thailand’s Ballot
Thailand’s 2023 election could scrap conscription, deliver a new charter and toughen anti-graft laws—see what’s at stake for Bangkok voters and expats today.
Politics · National NewsSurachate ‘Big Joke’ Hakparn Accused of Torture and Gold-Bar Bribery by Police Aides
Over a dozen officers say former police chief Surachate Hakparn beat subordinates and took gold-bar bribes—test for long-awaited Thai police reform. Read more.
PoliticsThai Voters in Europe Get Feb 2 Ballot Deadline After Postal Glitch
Thai expats in Europe face postal voting delay after a French mail glitch; return ballots by Feb 2. Use consular tips to ensure your Thailand vote counts.