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Politics · National NewsBangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt steps down early to campaign as independent for June 28 election. BMA services continue under interim leadership during transition period.
Tourism · HealthThailand's beach red flags are law, not suggestions. Learn about Phuket monsoon rip currents, drowning risks, and why ignoring warnings can be fatal for expats.
Sports · National NewsThailand's top football clubs face extreme fixture congestion. Buriram chases FA Cup glory while playing 9 matches in 25 days. How sustainable is this?
Health · National NewsWHO declares emergency over Congo Ebola outbreak. Thailand monitors situation; direct risk to residents minimal. What you need to know about the crisis.
National News · PoliticsThailand postpones second navy frigate to 2028 amid budget constraints, widening gap with Vietnam's 9 and Indonesia's 14 frigates. What it means for maritime security.
Politics · National NewsSix charged for photographing ballot barcodes as Thailand's Constitutional Court reviews if the tracking system violates secret voting rights.
Politics · National NewsBangkok elects governor June 28, 2026. Register by June 3. Chadchart Sittipunt vs Anucha Burapachaisri race shapes city services for residents.
Health · TourismWHO declares emergency over Bundibugyo Ebola in DR Congo—no vaccine exists. Essential travel advice, health precautions & what Thailand residents must know.
Politics · National NewsPattaya enforces strict public space rules with ฿1,000-฿5,000 fines. Learn confiscation policies, hotline 1337, and how new regulations affect residents and expats.