Thailand Bangkok Top Stories
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:38:00 +0700Vast peat fire burning in major swamp forest
NAKHON SI THAMMARAT - A vast fire is still burning in the Phru Khuan Khreng peat swamp forest in this southern province, defying firefighters' efforts three days after it erupted.
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:01:00 +0700Thousands await aid after deadly Indonesian quake
RUTENG, Indonesia - Help started arriving Sunday for thousands of evacuees on Indonesia's Flores island after a powerful earthquake killed 48 people, injured dozens and damaged hundreds of houses and buildings.
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:31:00 +0700North, Northeast forecast is for heavy rain, flood risk
Heavy to very heavy rain is expected across parts of northern and northeastern Thailand from Tuesday into Friday, raising the risk of flash floods and forest runoff in vulnerable areas.
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:24:00 +0700Govt tightens net on scammers
The government will intensify efforts to combat online crime from "source to destination", targeting mule accounts and SIM cards, money trails, digital platforms and infrastructure used by criminals, as well as call-centre gangs and transnational cri...
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:16:00 +0700Family questions YouTuber's death certificate
The family of Thai travel YouTuber Hlun Solo is seeking a clear explanation after a death certificate issued by Georgian authorities failed to state the cause of his demise.
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:09:00 +0700BMA unveils new city blueprint
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is set to implement a 261-item framework, working with experts to promote city development.
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0700Shippers sound alarm on White House report
The Thai National Shippers' Council (TNSC) is concerned over Thailand's inclusion in a White House transshipment report, warning that it may affect the United States' confidence in Thai exports.
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:05:00 +0700Thailand seeks EAEU free trade deal
Talks on a free trade agreement (FTA) between Thailand and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) hopefully will begin soon, helping expand trade with the bloc, says Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:42:00 +0700Four 'unlocks' to drive Thailand's sustainable growth
Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun has outlined four priorities for unlocking Thailand's sustainable growth as global trade faces growing uncertainty from geopolitics, technology, trade barriers and shifting supply chains.
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:21:00 +0700Deputy PM maps out plans for growth
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas has urged greater investment in basic infrastructure to propel Thailand into a new economic era.