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Environment · HealthRecord 5,277 fire hotspots threaten northern Thailand. PM2.5 pollution hits 60x WHO limits. Health risks, travel disruptions, legal penalties explained.
Tourism · National NewsSave ฿290-580 with toll-free highways April 10-16 during Songkran 2026. Bangkok-Pattaya M7, M6, M82 routes free. Plan safer travel and avoid congestion.
Immigration · TourismThailand may cut visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days. Policy under review for 2026. Digital nomads unaffected. What this proposal means for your stay.
National News · PoliticsThai police seize 2.3M meth pills after high-speed chase and intercept 2 tons on Bangkok ferry. What residents should know about checkpoints and border security.
Tourism · National NewsPattaya's narrow footpaths force pedestrians onto roads, risking confrontations with delivery riders. Infrastructure delays persist through peak season—here's how to stay safe.
Tourism · CultureDiscover why Chiang Rai's Songkran 2026 (April 12-18) offers fewer crowds and authentic Lanna traditions compared to other northern destinations. Essential tips for residents.
Environment · National NewsBeheaded dugong found tethered in Phangnga sparks investigation into tusk trade. Deaths surge to 42 in 2024. Legal penalties reach 15 years prison.
Economy · ImmigrationPattaya pivots from tourism to EEC manufacturing hub. Property up 5-7% in Pratamnak/Wongamat. New jobs in healthcare, MICE, digital sectors for expats.
Economy · TechThailand eliminates Foreign Business License requirements for software, tech, and treasury services in 2026. Foreign entrepreneurs gain easier market access under new BOI reforms.