Thailand’s politically influential Shinawatra family is fading from centre stage – for now

In the space of just three weeks, the Shinawatra family has suffered a succession of blows that threaten to undo its more than two decades at the top of Thai politics. The first blow came in late August when the constitutional court removed...

Mayor inspects Khao Takiab road resurfacing project

Mayor inspects new road surface in Khao Takiab Hua Hin Mayor Nopporn Wutthikul has inspected the resurfacing works on the Nong Kae–Khao Takiab Road, as part of a project to improve road conditions in the area. The visit on 16 September was joined...

Bangkok’s Streets Transform into Europe’s Largest Open-Air Gallery 

Bangkok is experiencing its most vibrant cultural makeover of the year as the city becomes a living canvas for international street artists. The “Krung Thep Creative Streets” festival, running through September 21, is turning iconic neighborhoods...

Thai and Japanese Buddhist Leaders to Join Global Interfaith Congress in Kazakhstan

From astanatimes.com Buddhist leaders from Thailand and Japan will take part in the Eighth Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, scheduled for 17–18 September in Astana, the Kazakh capital. The gathering, chaired by President...

Thai Ambassador, Westland Mayor Advance Green Cooperation

On 11 September 2025, H.E. Mr. Asi Mamanee, Ambassador of Thailand, met with Mr. Bouke Arends, Mayor of Westland, to exchange views on Westland’s success as a global hub for horticulture. The meeting highlighted opportunities for agricultural...

Thailand's Gold Reserves Make a Shocking Leap in Global Rankings

The World Gold Council has released its latest report for September 2025, revealing a number of surprises in the global gold reserves rankings. The top spot remains unchanged, with the United States predictably holding the number one position with...

Thailand’s New Govt May Last Longer Than Pledged

Thailand’s latest round of political tumult reached a culmination when the Constitutional Court removed Paetongtarn Shinawatra of the hitherto ruling Pheu Thai (PT) Party from office on Aug. 29, paving the way for Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) leader...

New Bangkok condos being offered at 2015 prices

Developers settling for slim margins as buyer sentiment remains weak Some new condominiums launched recently in Bangkok have been priced at levels similar to those seen a decade ago, as developers settle for slim margins to draw buyers with...

No special privileges for Thailand’s Thaksin in jail, lawyer says

Thaksin Shinawatra is being held under the same conditions as other inmates and has not received any special privileges during his first week back in prison, his lawyer has said, amid speculation over whether Thailand’s former prime minister may...

Kelantan police: Use legal routes to Thailand or face RM10,000 fine

KOTA BHARU, Sept 16 — The public has been reminded not to use illegal routes to enter Thailand despite congestion at the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) complexes in Rantau Panjang, Pengkalan Kubor and Bukit Bunga. Kelantan...

A Far-Right Faction Took Power in Odessa. Then It Had to Govern. 

Last November, around seven hundred people packed into the Ector Theatre, a renovated movie palace in downtown Odessa, to watch the swearing in of Mayor Cal Hendrick and three city council members. The local CBS affiliate broadcast the half-hour...

Special election to fill slain Minnesota lawmaker’s seat shines light on political violence

(NEW YORK) — Minnesotans are set to vote Tuesday in the special election to replace Melissa Hortman, the former Democratic Minnesota House speaker who was killed alongside her husband at their home in June, a politically motivated killing thrust...

Bank of Thailand Governor Raises Alarm on Fiscal Stability

Bank of Thailand (BOT) Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput has voiced serious concerns about the nation's fiscal stability, warning that a weak financial position could lead to a downgrade of its credit rating. Speaking at a media briefing on...

Kelantan police warn against illegal Thailand border routes

KOTA BHARU: The public has been reminded not to use illegal routes to enter Thailand despite congestion at the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security complexes in Rantau Panjang, Pengkalan Kubor and Bukit Bunga. Kelantan police chief Datuk...

Vietnam absorbs Chinese tourists shifting away from Thailand: Report

Vietnam has emerged as the primary beneficiary of a major shift in Chinese travel patterns, drawing visitors who had originally planned trips to Thailand, according to Bloomberg. The Southeast Asian nation recorded nearly 14 million foreign...

How a motorbike journey from Thailand to the UK turned a vlogger into a celebrated journalist

While on a motorbike journey from Thailand to the United Kingdom, British tourist vlogger Harry has unexpectedly become a celebrated journalist. Known for sharing travel content on his YouTube channel, We Hate the Cold, Harry gained international...

Bhubaneswar International Trade Fair-2025 to begin on Sept 19

Bhubaneswar: The 12th edition of the Bhubaneswar International Trade Fair–2025 will be held at Janta Maidan from September 19 to 29, offering visitors an 11-day global shopping and cultural experience. The event is being organized by Gupta Event...

Kenyan rescued from Myanmar-Thai border accounts how ChatGPT was used in fraud

Duncan Okindo back home in Kenya. Bosses punished workers who didn’t meet scam targets, he says, beating them and shocking them with electric batons. REUTERS/Thomas Mukoya Audio By Vocalize Duncan Okindo says he was lured to Southeast Asia last...

New government considers 50% land tax cut, shelves 99-year leasehold plan

The new Thai government is reviewing proposals from the property and construction sectors to stimulate the market amid ongoing economic slowdown. Siripong Angkhasakulkiat, deputy leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, said on Tuesday that discussions...

Asia-Pacific Hotel Investment Down 23% in H1 2025, But Thailand is a Standout

JLL projects that investment in the country is set to increase, potentially reaching $650 million by the end of the year. JLL analysts attributed the slowdown to a widening gap between the price expectations of buyers and sellers. While sellers...