Politics · EconomyIsan Merchants Grapple with Landmines, Scam Rings and Political Turmoil
Discover how new landmines, trans-border scam rings and Bangkok’s political turmoil are slowing Isan trade along the Thai-Cambodia border.
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Environment · TourismMyanmar Mine Runoff Pollutes Kok River, Devastating Chiang Rai Tourism and Health
Kok River pollution from Myanmar mines is driving tourists from Chiang Rai and threatening residents’ health. Get water data, government response and safety tips.
Politics · EnvironmentPM Admits Failures in Southern Thailand Flood Response, Vows Faster Aid.
PM Anutin admits missteps in Southern Thailand floods, pledging faster payouts, debt relief and emergency stipends for 3 million residents. Details inside.
Environment · EconomyBangkok–Trang and Kantang Trains Back on Track as Hat Yai Repairs Continue
SRT resumes Bangkok–South trains to Trang and Kantang, with services terminating at Phatthalung while Hat Yai repairs continue. Call 1690 for changes or refunds.
Economy · EnvironmentSouthern Thailand Rail Reopens for Holiday Travel Amid Flood Repairs
State Railway of Thailand restores Southern Line before New Year holidays after floods. Check updated timetable, ongoing repairs and long-term flood-proof plans.
Tourism · EnvironmentNew Sharjah-Krabi Flights Launch as Krabi Goes Halal-Friendly and Green
Discover how new daily Sharjah–Krabi flights by Air Arabia bring Gulf tourists to Krabi’s halal-friendly resorts while advancing the province’s green, community-based tourism.
Economy · TechNonthaburi Blaze Destroys Luxury Cars and Teslas, Spurs Insurance Hikes
After the Nonthaburi warehouse fire torched supercars and Teslas, Thai buyers face higher insurance, storage costs and longer EV wait times.
Environment · HealthHat Yai Flood: Death Toll Tops 60, Authorities Mobilize Massive Aid
Stay updated on the Hat Yai, Thailand flood: verified death toll above 60, refrigerated morgues, field hospitals and mental-health teams delivering 24-hour aid.
National News · PoliticsLandmine Near Sa Kaeo Border Maims Chinese National, Thai Clearance Effort Intensifies
Thai army engineers widen de-mining near Sa Kaeo after a landmine maimed a Chinese national, amid scrutiny of smuggling routes and Thai-Cambodian diplomacy.