Tourism · EconomyPhuket's Hotel Crackdown: What It Means for Your Lease, Investment, and Job
Phuket cracks down on nominee structures & unlicensed hotels. 4,000+ businesses affected. Learn deadline impacts for renters, investors & workers.
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Economy · National NewsThailand's Land Appraisal Reset: What Property Owners Must Know Before 2027
Thailand Treasury narrows land valuation gap by 2027. Higher taxes, increased loan capacity, rising transfer fees explained for property owners and expats.
Economy · National NewsWhy Thailand's Homebuyers Are Walking Away From Deals—Even With Approved Mortgages
Thai homebuyers are canceling deals despite approved loans. Why self-rejection affects 50% of transfers and what rent-to-own options mean for you.
Economy · TourismHow Foreign Residents Are Transforming Thailand's Retail Industry
Foreign residents drive Thailand retail with 50% higher spending. How expat purchasing power is reshaping shopping in Bangkok, Phuket, and beyond.
National News · ImmigrationTurkish National Arrested With 12kg Cocaine at Suvarnabhumi Airport
Turkish smuggler arrested with 12kg cocaine at Suvarnabhumi. Thailand tightens monitoring of Brazil route—what residents need to know about penalties and customs screening.
Immigration · EconomyThailand Arrests Chinese National in $540M Investment Scam—What Expats Need to Know
Chinese fugitive arrested in Chiang Mai for $540M investment scam. Learn warning signs of fraudulent schemes and how to protect yourself in Thailand.
National News · HealthWhy Silom's CCTV Caught the Homeless Attacker But Bangkok's Mental Health System Failed
Vietnamese woman attacked on Silom Soi 5 by homeless man caught on CCTV. Why Bangkok's surveillance works but prevention fails for mental health crises.
National News · CultureWhen Temple Donors Face Risk: Inside Thailand's Growing Battle Against Theft and Online Smears
Convicted temple thief returns to Chiang Rai monastery one year into probation to launch social media attack. Case exposes Thailand's temple security crisis.
Tourism · ImmigrationChina Proposes Visa Reforms at APEC Meeting That Could Ease Travel for Thailand Residents
China proposes 10-day transit visas, e-visa platforms, and faster customs at APEC meeting in Macau. What the travel reforms mean for Thai passport holders.