National News · TourismBangkok Nightlife Safety Crisis: How a Restaurant Loophole Left 27 People Dead
Emergency exits blocked, fire safety violations ignored. Bangkok's regulatory loophole cost 27 lives. What residents need to know now.
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Economy · TechThailand's Energy Infrastructure Faces New Threat from Cheap Drones—Here's What It Means
How cheap drones threaten Thailand's Map Ta Phut refineries & power grid, affecting electricity costs and fuel prices. What defenses protect your energy security.
Environment · National NewsBangkok's Odor Crisis Gets a Fix: Old Composting Plants Out, Waste-to-Energy Plant and Green Park Coming by 2027
Bangkok closes smelly composting plants by 2027, replacing them with a waste-to-energy incinerator and 290-rai eco-park. Real-time odor monitoring launches soon.
Economy · PoliticsThailand's Power Corridor Deal With Singapore: Lower Bills and Regional Investment Coming
Thailand's power corridor with Singapore could reduce your electricity bills starting 2026. Here's how the regional energy deal affects residents and investment.
Economy · TechThailand's EV Subsidies End in 2027: What It Means for Your Next Car Purchase
Thailand's EV3.5 incentive program expires in 2027, potentially raising electric car prices by 100,000 THB. Learn what this means for buyers and manufacturers in 2028.
Politics · EconomyHow Thailand's Biggest Forex Scam Trapped Thousands—Including an MP Under Investigation
Major forex scam investigation in Thailand targeting network that defrauded victims of millions. Learn warning signs, protection steps, and recovery options.
Tourism · HealthMonsoon Surf Kills: Why Phuket's Red Flags Save Lives While Tourists Still Ignore Them
2 British tourists nearly drowned ignoring Phuket red flags. May-Oct monsoon brings 3-4m waves. Essential safety guide for residents & visitors.
Environment · National NewsEarly Warning System Enables Safe Evacuations as Flash Floods Hit 12 Villages in Chiang Rai's Phaya Mengrai
Flash floods hit 12 villages in Chiang Rai's Phaya Mengrai district. Early warning systems prevented casualties. Learn about ongoing monsoon risks through July.
Economy · PoliticsThailand Considers Golden Share Law to Keep Control of Critical Infrastructure
Thailand's new golden share law lets the government veto major decisions at energy, telecom, and airport firms with minimal ownership. What you need to know.