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Environment · National NewsMyanmar mining pollutes Northern Thailand rivers with arsenic 40x safe limits. 18 villages face contaminated water, threatening rice farms and health. What residents need to know.
Economy · National NewsThailand's June 2026 lending rules raise down payments to 25% for luxury cars. Learn how EVs offer 3-4% rates vs 7-8% conventional—your buying guide.
Health · National NewsThailand recorded 5,300 COVID cases ending June 21 (not 7,400 as claimed). NB.1.8.1 variant details, long COVID heart risks & screening guide for expats.
Environment · EconomyJapan installs 48-72 hour flood warning in Hat Yai and Bangkok zoning maps. Learn which areas get protection and how this affects your property value.
Tourism · EconomyThailand launches ฿2.45B tourism stimulus with 50% hotel subsidies and flight discounts. Learn when registration opens and who benefits most.
National News · PoliticsBangkok Chatuchak pub fire kills 33, triggers venue safety overhaul. Guide to new regulations, compensation claims, and safety checks before your night out.
Health · National NewsCanadian brain imaging study reveals dopamine system dysfunction drives long-COVID fatigue. Findings may enable objective diagnosis and repurposed treatments for Thai patients.
Tourism · EconomyThailand targets 7.5M Chinese tourists in 2026, surpassing Japan as Asia's top destination. Learn how this $280B travel wave will transform hospitality, dining, and service sectors across the kingdom.
Tourism · National NewsPattaya police face extortion charges after targeting tourists. Essential guide for expats: traffic stop protocols, documentation tactics, complaint channels, and when to escalate.