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Thai Immigration defends screening after Chinese complaints
The Thai Immigration Bureau has defended its screening procedures after Chinese travellers denied entry reportedly complained of poor treatment at Suvarnabhumi airport, while alleging that a broker had demanded about 90,000 baht to help them enter Thailand.
Mae Hong Son trekking site closed after fatal fall
Namtok Mae Surin National Park has ordered the indefinite closure of Doi Wawajo in Mae Hong Son province following an accident in which a 30-year-old tourist fell to her death from a cliff late on Friday night.
Post wins award for support of LGBTQ+ community
The Bangkok Post has won the “Community Ally” award at the APCOM Hero Awards 2026, becoming the first Thai media organisation to receive the regional honour.
Link suspected between smuggled cigarettes and gun-running
TRAT - Three large bundles of cigarettes worth 2-3 million baht have been found floating in the sea after an unregistered speedboat sank in this eastern border province, amid suspicions of links to previous weapons-smuggling cases.
Thai and Chinese PMs push trade and investment ties
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his Chinese counterpart Li Qiang on Saturday pledged to accelerate an upgrade to the Asean-China Free Trade Agreement (ACFTA) and push ahead with the first phase of the Thai-Chinese high-speed railway, with services targeted to begin in 2030.
Bangkok smog season under way
Smog in Bangkok is expected to worsen through Monday due to persistently poor air dispersion, with five districts reporting unsafe levels of fine-dust pollution on Saturday.
Violations found at 92% of raided waste plants
Surprise inspections at waste sorting and recycling plants in Samut Sakhon have found that 92% of them had violated the Factory Act, according to Industry Minister Varawut Silpa-archa.
Former bank employee arrested for B53m fraud
A 58-year-old former bank employee has been arrested for allegedly using customers’ documents without their consent to open investment fund accounts and obtain ATM cards, before misappropriating more than 53 million baht over 13 years.
Quality over quantity matters in censure debate
The debate over how long the opposition’s planned no-confidence motion against the government should last is about more than parliamentary scheduling.
Barcelona pips Bangkok to host WorldPride 2030
Barcelona has defeated Bangkok in the race to host WorldPride 2030, securing 84% of the vote against 16% for the Thai capital.
Abhisit urges clarity in Shuffle probe
Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva has urged the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to handle the Shuffle.com inquiry transparently, warning that a lack of clarity could undermine public confidence.
Microsoft outage spurs cybersecurity review
The government has ordered an urgent review of cybersecurity preparedness across critical sectors following a widespread global disruption to Microsoft's services.
Skills shortage threatens Thailand's nuclear goals
Although Thailand aims to introduce small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) by 2037, experts warn that the biggest challenge is developing the thousands of qualified specialists needed to operate and regulate them safely, a process that could take a decade.
Asean return eyed for FM
Myanmar's foreign minister should be allowed back into Asean meetings, Thailand's top diplomat said on Thursday after visiting the war-torn country.
River pollution talks expedited
Thailand and Myanmar have agreed to bring forward a joint working group meeting on cross-border river pollution to Nov 25-26, as both countries seek urgent measures to tackle worsening contamination in the Kok and Sai rivers, Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said on Friday.
'Thai Rath' publisher dies
Khunying Praneetsilpa Vacharaphol, chair of Vacharaphol Co Ltd and publisher of Thai Rath, Thailand's largest-selling daily newspaper, has died aged 94.
Household recycling 'won't fix crisis'
Thailand's waste crisis cannot be solved by household recycling alone, experts warned, urging the government to advance comprehensive circular economy legislation that would spread responsibility for waste management beyond cash-strapped local authorities.
Senator seeks Thai PBS audit answers
Senator Dr Premsak Piayura has called on Thai PBS to explain its response to an audit report detailing irregular spending and ordering the recovery of 85 million baht, more than a month after its issuance.
Key economic pacts eyed at 49th summit
Three major Asean economic agreements are set to advance at the 49th Asean Summit in Manila from Nov 15-17, with measures aimed at easing digital trade, reducing regional trade barriers and speeding up Thai agricultural exports to China.
Drones at heart of ‘low-altitude economy’
Growing drone use is creating opportunities in transport, healthcare and emergency services, as Thailand prepares to develop its low-altitude economy, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT).
Public warned about fake loan apps
Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas has warned the public about fraudulent loan and investment applications that falsely claim Ministry of Finance endorsement, even using his face and the ministry’s logo to gain credibility.
Soaring jet fuel prices bite Thai Airways profits
Thai Airways International (THAI) said its operating profits dropped by more than half in the third quarter as the airline continues to suffer from high jet fuel costs.
Red Line extends B40 all-day fare for 1 more year
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) board decided on Friday to prolong the one-price, one-day fare policy for two Red Line routes to the end of next year.
Goodness Foundation treasurer denies personal gain from B36m transfers
A treasurer and member of the Goodness Foundation, chaired by former Miss Thailand Panadda “Boom” Wongphudee accused of public fraud and money-laundering, has clarified transfers totalling 36 million baht from the foundation's accounts to himself, insisting the money was used to support the foundation's missions.
Goodness Foundation treasurer denies personal gain
A treasurer and member of the Goodness Foundation, formerly chaired by actress Panadda Wongphudee, has clarified transfers totalling 36 million baht from the foundation's accounts to himself, insisting the money was used to support the foundation's missions.
Objection may delay appointment of new SSB board members
The Social Security Office (SSO) has received a formal objection regarding the election of representatives to the Social Security Board (SSB), potentially delaying the appointment of 14 new board members.
Objection may delay Social Security Board appointments
The Social Security Office (SSO) has received a formal objection regarding the election of representatives to the Social Security Board (SSB), potentially delaying the appointment of 14 new board members.
'Collective Housing' a boon for 500k in Asia
More than 500,000 disadvantaged and low-income people across Asia have gained access to homes and communities they helped design and build, demonstrating how community-led housing can offer a more sustainable approach to urban development.
Hiccups in Udon Thani cloud Korat expo's prospects
Problems during the Udon Thani International Horticultural Expo 2026 have raised questions over whether Thailand can deliver a world-class international horticultural exhibition in Nakhon Ratchasima in 2029.
City moves to ease pet registration rules
Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt has ordered revisions to the city's pet control ordinance to remove a major obstacle preventing renters from registering their pets.
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