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Thailand’s economy is projected to grow by 2.1% in 2026, placing it among the slowest-growing economies in Southeast Asia and ahead of only Myanmar and Brunei, according to the International Monetary Fund’s latest forecasts. The IMF’s October 2026 World Economic Outlook, released during the IMF-World Bank Group Annual…
BANGKOK — 13 October 2026, The Royal Thai Police are coordinating with Hong Kong authorities to investigate a suspected cross-border sex trafficking network following the arrest of 16 people, including nine Thai women, in Hong Kong. Pol. Col. Song-ek Patcharawit, deputy spokesperson for the Royal Thai Police, said on…
A 30,000-baht-a-month job advert for an executive driver has come under fire online over demanding conditions, including near round-the-clock standby and just one day off per month. The advertisement was posted in a Facebook group and offered a comparatively high salary for a driver responsible for transporting an…
Bangkok does not need an excuse to throw a party, but Halloween always brings out the city’s wildest, most creative side. In 2026, the big night lands on Saturday 31 October, so the celebrations spill across the whole weekend, from Friday 30 October to Sunday 1 November — warehouse raves, rooftop masquerades, street…
PHUKET — 13 October 2026, Immigration police arrested a Portuguese woman in Phuket on Tuesday after biometric checks found she had allegedly remained in Thailand for 1,807 days after her permission to stay expired. Investigators from Immigration Division 6 inspected a restaurant in Koh Kaew, Muang Phuket, at about…
Chiang Mai officials found no legal violations during an inspection of a Jewish religious centre on Chang Khlan Road on 14 October, while saying security agencies were continuing to monitor the situation closely. Deputy provincial governor Boonlue Thamthoranurak led officials from several agencies, including local…
A 17 year old boy in Lampang filed a complaint yesterday, October 13, after a video surfaced showing three teenage boys repeatedly punching, kicking and stomping on him over a debt linked to an online gaming account. The boy, identified by the pseudonym B, went to Mae Mo Police Station with his 33 year old …
Thailand has no immediate concerns over a Chinese airbase in Laos located about 50 kilometres from the Thai border, Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said on 14 October. Speaking at Government House, the foreign minister said the airbase was part of a cooperation project between China and Laos. He added that the…
Swiss President Guy Parmelin will make an official visit to Thailand from October 15 to 17, marking the first visit by a Swiss president in 22 years as the two countries celebrate 95 years of diplomatic relations. Parmelin will travel with his wife, Caroline Parmelin, and a Swiss business delegation at the invitation…
UDON THANI — A man accused of assaulting a twin rescue volunteer while he was helping an accident victim was not a police officer but an air-conditioner technician who played football with local police, according to Udon Thani police. Pol. Col. Phatthana Wong Chanphon, chief of Muang Udon Thani Police Station, said…
A drug chase in Pattaya ended with the arrest of a suspected dealer after he reversed his pickup truck into a petrol station office and fled for approximately six kilometres while police fired at his vehicle. The incident occurred late yesterday, October 13, during an undercover drug operation in Pattaya, Chon Buri…
UOB Thailand has announced Weerapong Sansomporn as the winner of the 2026 UOB Painting of the Year (Thailand) for his work Memories From the Forest, a piece crafted from woven copper wire on black velvet fabric. Drawing inspiration from tree rings, cracks, gaps and weathered surfaces, the artwork reflects the traces…
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is preparing a 99.8-million-baht upgrade of station platforms between Bangkok and Chachoengsao as it expands the use of refurbished Japanese KIHA trains on suburban routes. SRT plans to begin the bidding process in November for temporary platform upgrades along the Bangkok to…
A cool morning is enough to set off Thailand’s annual winter conversation. The first people to feel it are often in the North and Northeast: a little chill at daybreak, a jacket pulled from the back of a wardrobe, steam rising from a roadside coffee stall. But a drop in temperature alone does not mean
Thailand recorded 23.94 million foreign tourist arrivals from January 1 to October 10, leaving another 12.76 million needed to reach its 2026 target of 36.7 million visitors. The Economics Tourism and Sports Division reported that foreign arrivals were down 4.04% from the same period last year, while international…
BANGKOK — 14 October 2026, Flooding continues across 20 provinces and Bangkok, affecting more than 2.44 million people, as authorities accelerate drainage and relief efforts. Another 86,303 households are due to receive a combined 644.995 million baht in flood compensation on Wednesday. Nirat Pongsitthaworn…
Last Updated on October 14, 2026 by Jeff Tomas BEIJING – Something deeply concerning is unfolding across the borders of Russia and China right now. Global health monitors are raising alarms as a series of strange events captures the world’s attention. A mysterious death, deleted government warnings, and massive…
Last Updated on October 14, 2026 by Jeff Tomas When a virus or outbreak makes headlines, readers may look to China’s national disease-control agency for reliable information about what’s spreading and how officials are responding. “Plagues” is often used casually to describe severe epidemics, but public health reports…
Last Updated on October 14, 2026 by Jeff Tomas Migrant child trafficking in Thailand can be hard to recognize because exploitation may begin after a child crosses a border or accepts work that appears legitimate. A child’s migration, poverty, or involvement in child labor alone doesn’t prove trafficking, but deceptive…
Last Updated on October 14, 2026 by Jeff Tomas BANGKOK – Thai authorities have rescued seven children from Myanmar in a major operation against human trafficking. Police officers arrested four suspects during a recent raid on a rented house in Bangkok. This rescue mission began after a brave escapee reported severe…
Last Updated on October 14, 2026 by Jeff Tomas BANGKOK – Can Thailand become a serious regional AI hub, rather than simply a destination for data centers? The country has a national AI strategy, rising infrastructure investment, and plans to build local talent, but announcements and targets don’t yet prove regional…
Last Updated on October 14, 2026 by Jeff Tomas HONGKONG – Police have successfully taken down a major local syndicate running an illegal vice ring. During a massive undercover operation, officers seized a staggering HK$13 million in cash from the criminal group. The illegal network heavily involved Thai women and used…
Last Updated on October 14, 2026 by Jeff Tomas A job, a relationship, or help arranging travel can seem safe at first. For some Thai women, however, an offer to work abroad has led to deception, debt, coercion, and exploitation after arrival. This article looks at how traffickers may recruit and control Thai women…
Last Updated on October 14, 2026 by Jeff Tomas A planned water interruption in Bangkok can affect drinking, cooking, bathing, and toilet use, even if it lasts only a few hours. Start by checking the Metropolitan Waterworks Authority’s notice for your exact area and the scheduled timing, then store clean water for your…