National News฿1,000 Valentine Grenade Bust: Buriram Teen Faces 8–20-Year Term
Buriram police seize ฿1,000 hand grenade bought online; 19-year-old faces 8–20-year term under Thailand Arms Control Act. Learn penalties, hotlines, safety tips.
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National News · HealthHat Yai School Attack Spurs Six Charges and Province-Wide Security Overhaul
Following the Hat Yai school siege, Songkhla rolls out province-wide ID checks, bag searches, patrols and free trauma counselling—learn how it affects families.
Culture · TourismBangkok's Free Valentine's Marriage Drive Waives Fees, Gifts Gold and Staycations
Skip the ฿1,000 fee in Bangkok’s free Valentine’s Day wedding drive—register, earn gold-trimmed certificates and luxury staycations. See venues, numbers and tips.
National News · ImmigrationThailand’s Route 359 Bust: 300 Phones, Suspected Scammers, and What’s Next
Thai police stop two SUVs on Route 359, seizing 300 phones and 13 suspected Chinese scammers. Expats should expect tighter checkpoints and possible SMS-fraud spikes.
National News · HealthThailand Overhauls School Safety, Mental Health After Hat Yai Principal’s Death
In the wake of Hat Yai’s school shooting, Thailand orders nationwide security audits, on-site counselors and rapid ฿1 million compensation for victims’ families.
Environment · HealthBangkok’s ‘Orange’ PM2.5 Alert: Fines, Health Warnings and Protection Tips
Bangkok’s PM2.5 levels enter the orange zone, triggering low-emission fines and doctor warnings. See how masks, WFH days and HEPA purifiers can protect you today.
Environment · TourismSurat Thani Shaken: Flights, Ferries Unharmed and Safety Measures Advised
Minor earthquakes in Ban Ta Khun, Surat Thani leave flights, ferries, dam and power grid unharmed. Read updates on building-code changes, safety and travel tips!
Immigration · TourismPattaya Launches Nightly Beach Raids: Expats Warned of Visa Fines and Bans
Pattaya’s nightly beach raids step up visa checks, on-the-spot fines and blacklisting for expats and tourists—learn how to stay compliant and avoid penalties.
Tourism · EconomyPattaya Tightens 24/7 Rules: Beach Fines, Bike Rentals & Nightlife Limits
Pattaya’s new 24/7 patrols bring ฿2,000 beach parking fines, stricter bike-rental ID checks and Walking Street detours—learn how residents can avoid penalties.