Palestine: An ongoing tragedy

The opinions expressed in this article are personal and do not reflect those of Thailand News. Written By Isidoros Karderinis – Two years have passed since October 7, 2023, the day this horrible war began, which continues unabated to this day. And of course the sunlight has disappeared in this tragic region of the planet […]

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Cambodian Drones Detected Over Thai Border, Prompting Security Reinforcement

BANGKOK – The Second Army Region has reported a significant incursion of Cambodian drones across the Thai border, raising security concerns and prompting heightened military surveillance. The incident, which occurred on October 3, involved multiple unmanned aircraft detected flying over several provinces along the frontier. Cambodian Soldiers Open Fire Near Thai Border As Drone Intrusion […]

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Thailand Braces for Shifting Weather Patterns as Rainy Season Transitions to Early Winter

BANGKOK – The Meteorological Department has issued its updated weather outlook for the first half of October, forecasting a period of significant transition as the country moves from the rainy season toward the cooler conditions of early winter. The 15-day forecast, covering October 3 to 17, 2025, indicates fluctuating conditions including returning rainfall and the […]

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Thai Prime Minister orders demolition of Samsen police station in Bangkok for safety reasons

BANGKOK – Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered the immediate demolition of the Samsen Police Station, which sustained severe structural damage following last month’s sinkhole incident. The decision comes after a recent assessment revealed worsening safety risks, including an additional broken foundation pile. Emergency Team Rescued After Risky Salvage Attempt in Bangkok Sinkhole “From what […]

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Thailand’s New Tourism Minister Vows to Enforce Long-Delayed 300-Baht Tourist Tax

BANGKOK — Thailand’s newly appointed Tourism and Sports Minister, Artthakorn Sirilatthayakorn, has pledged to finally implement a long-stalled 300-baht tourism tax within his first four months in office. The minister has directed officials to clearly communicate the benefits of the levy to international visitors, emphasizing that the funds will be used to provide them with […]

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Six Thai Regional Airports Raise Service Charges to Fund New Technology

THAILAND – The Department of Airports has implemented a uniform increase in the passenger service charge at six of its regional airports, affecting all outbound travelers. The adjustment, which adds 25 baht to both domestic and international fares, is directly linked to new technological upgrades aimed at modernizing the passenger experience. AOT Airports of Thailand […]

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