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Tourism · ImmigrationLate-night crash on Pattaya’s under-construction Railway Road leaves passenger critical; drunk-driving probe underway as city eyes detours, safety measures.
Politics · National NewsEC limits Thailand election recounts to eight polling units and orders one re-poll in Phayao; result dashboards and multilingual hotlines boost transparency.
Politics · EconomyA lawsuit to void Thailand’s Feb 8 election over barcode ballots could delay MP certification, freeze ฿200 bn in projects and extend caretaker rule.
National NewsThailand's Lampang crash pushes tougher drowsy-driving rules, new rest stops, checkpoints and insurance hikes. Learn how these changes affect drivers.
National NewsAfter a Thailand bus crash on Andaman–Deep South route, authorities probe safety. Travelers face stricter checks, two-driver rule & ฿10–15 fare hikes.
National NewsOver 40 passengers were hurt when a Phuket–Betong bus overturned in Trang. Regulators eye tougher fatigue rules, new Highway 4 timetables and higher fares.
Environment · HealthPM2.5 levels in Bangkok’s eastern districts edge toward the orange zone. Check AirBKK, carry an N95 mask and expect WFH alerts plus delivery surcharges.
Politics · ImmigrationThai coalition negotiations could reshape long-stay visas, sin-tax cuts and cannabis rules, potentially raising or lowering expats' living costs and regulatory certainty in 2024.
Tech · EnvironmentThailand’s airports are using radar, lasers and data to cut birdstrikes—promising fewer delays and lower ticket costs. See how the plan affects your next trip.