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Economy · TourismBangkok's regional flight capacity down 1 million+ seats. Higher fares, fewer routes through mid-2026 as Vietnam expands. Impact on travel costs and connectivity.
Economy · TourismChiang Mai's RTC buses resume August 31, 2026 with 50-baht airport fares after fuel crisis shutdown. What residents need to know about routes and hours.
Health · National NewsThailand's Gold Card holders now get free Imcranib cancer treatment for CML and GIST. Royal-donated drug available at 4 hospitals, expanding nationwide.
Health · National NewsNew 2026 research reveals Long COVID causes dopamine dysfunction in brain circuits. Bangkok has 9 specialized clinics—here's what residents must know.
Immigration · TourismThailand now revokes tourist visas immediately for misconduct and behavior violations. New enforcement targets disruptive tourists. Plus 60-day visa exemptions cut to 30 days for 93 countries.
Tech · PoliticsThailand's TH-AI Passport gives free AI access to 5M Thais, but data oversight gaps raise privacy concerns. Understand the risks, your PDPA rights, and smart precautions.
Immigration · National News45-year-old American woman arrested in Bangkok after 18-month FBI manhunt for parental kidnapping. Boy reunited with father after nearly 2 years.
Environment · EconomyThailand deploys pyrolysis technology to transform plastic waste into synthetic fuel, cutting community fuel costs up to 40% and reducing landfill waste while advancing energy security.
Environment · HealthChiang Mai University's WORA sensor detects arsenic and heavy metals in Kok River with real-time alerts. Learn how this technology protects northern communities.