Thailand tightens drone rules effective 17 May
BANGKOK — 13 May 2026, Thailand’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAAT) has issued new regulations tightening controls on drone operations, including mandatory training, aircraft registration...
18 Thais repatriated from Cambodia arrested in scam probe
CHANTHABURI — 12 May 2026, Thai authorities detained 18 Thai nationals repatriated from Cambodia after investigators found links to online scam networks, including mule...
People’s Party Unveils Pattaya Mayor Bid with “For All” Vow
PATTAYA — 12 May 2026, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, leader of the People's Party, and Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, chairman of the Progressive Movement, on Tuesday launched “Wat”...
Drone spots missing man lying in forest after hours-long search
CHONBURI — 13 May 2026, more than 50 villagers and officials joined an overnight search for a 54-year-old man with a neurological condition who...
Thailand approves Dutch Embassy land purchase in Bangkok
Thailand’s Cabinet has approved a draft exchange of letters allowing the Netherlands to purchase land in Bangkok for a new ambassador’s residence, a government...
Thailand Probes 34 Suspected Nominee Firms on Islands
BANGKOK — 12 May 2026, Thailand’s Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has launched investigations into 34 companies on Koh Samui and Koh Phangan, Surat...
Princess grants 690,000 targeted cancer drug tablets to patients nationwide
Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Krom Phra Srisavangavadhana on Thursday bestowed 690,000 tablets of a targeted cancer drug to Thailand’s National Health Security Office...
Thai Cabinet Approves Border Troops Compensation Fund
BANGKOK — 12 May 2026, Thailand’s Cabinet has approved 452.35 million baht in compensation for military personnel affected by clashes along the Thai-Cambodian border,...
Thailand approves ‘Hero Gold Card’ for fallen soldiers’ families
Thailand’s Cabinet on Tuesday approved a special healthcare support scheme dubbed the “UC Heroes” or “Golden Card for Heroes” programme to provide continued medical...
Transport Minister Denies Link to Ranong Land Purchases
BANGKOK — 12 May 2026, Thailand’s deputy prime minister and transport minister denied on Tuesday any involvement in allegations that a company linked to...
