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Economy · National NewsChiang Rai's GI-protected Wiang Kaen pomelo unlocks 400M baht export potential with 8-10x premium pricing. US market open, South Korea deal nearing completion.
National News · ImmigrationPolice arrest Phayao logistics coordinator in Thai Airways heroin smuggling ring to Australia. Network used Facebook to recruit flight crew as drug couriers.
National News · TourismHighway 1314 shut down due to dangerous land subsidence. Residents, tourists, and expats: know alternatives, hazards, and the 1586 hotline for updates.
Economy · National NewsThailand's richest family: How Red Bull built the Yoovidhya's $47B fortune. What this wealth concentration means for Bangkok property, jobs & economy.
Culture · TourismExplore Chiang Rai's Buddhist heritage programs offering free community services, youth development, and unique cultural tourism experiences for Thailand residents.
Health · ImmigrationAmerican fitness YouTuber Connor Murphy, 32, drowned in Thailand lake after psychotic episode. What expats need to know about mental health emergencies.
National News · PoliticsKanchanaburi principal faces criminal charges and pension forfeiture after 11 students report abuse. Multi-ministry response marks shift in Thai child protection.
Environment · Health322,000 cubic meters of arsenic-laden Mekong sediment now sold in Thailand with no testing. What Chiang Rai construction buyers must know about health risks.
Economy · PoliticsCourt approves ฿400bn energy spending. Electric buses by late 2027, solar tax deductions, and grid modernization. What it means for residents and costs.