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VIP karaoke drug raid in Pattaya nets 36 Chinese nationals after dramatic police sweep
VIP karaoke drug raid in Pattaya nets 36 Chinese nationals after dramatic police sweep
THURSDAY, APRIL 09, 2026
Police raided a VIP karaoke venue in Pattaya and detained 36 Chinese nationals after a suspected drug party, as officers widened a crackdown in tourist areasPratunam flyover to shut for 10 months, worsening gridlock
Pratunam flyover to shut for 10 months, worsening gridlock
THURSDAY, APRIL 09, 2026
Bangkok motorists face heavier congestion after MRTA confirmed the Pratunam flyover on Phetchaburi Road will close from 10pm on April 24, 2026, until February 11, 2027, for MRT Orange Line underground works.Thai Regulator Freezes 53,000 ‘Mule Accounts’ in Digital Asset Purge
Thai Regulator Freezes 53,000 ‘Mule Accounts’ in Digital Asset Purge
THURSDAY, APRIL 09, 2026
The SEC reports a surge in account suspensions and 1.1 billion baht in civil penalties as it intensifies its crackdown on crypto-fuelled financial crimeGlobal Ambitions: Suphajee Unveils High-Powered Economic 'Dream Team'
Global Ambitions: Suphajee Unveils High-Powered Economic 'Dream Team'
THURSDAY, APRIL 09, 2026
Deputy PM Suphajee Suthumpun appoints a panel of elite economists and veteran diplomats to sharpen Thailand’s competitive edge in the global trade arena.Natthaphong awaits order as NACC files 44-MP 112 amendment case
Natthaphong awaits order as NACC files 44-MP 112 amendment case
THURSDAY, APRIL 09, 2026
NACC sent the 44-MP Section 112 case to the Supreme Court as Natthaphong said the former Move Forward MPs remained undeterred and expected a court order after Songkran.Possible “Super El Niño” puts ASEAN on alert for severe heat and drought
Possible “Super El Niño” puts ASEAN on alert for severe heat and drought
THURSDAY, APRIL 09, 2026
NOAA and WMO say El Niño is increasingly likely from mid-2026, though its eventual strength remains uncertain, raising concern over heat and drought in Southeast Asia.Anutin tells Parliament: ‘I will do everything possible’ for Thais
Anutin tells Parliament: ‘I will do everything possible’ for Thais
THURSDAY, APRIL 09, 2026
PM Anutin outlines policy agenda to stabilise Thailand’s economy, tackle drugs, reform laws and support citizens amid global and energy pressuresPygmy Hippo Fever: Khon Kaen Zoo Welcomes Moo Deng’s Newest Relative
Pygmy Hippo Fever: Khon Kaen Zoo Welcomes Moo Deng’s Newest Relative
THURSDAY, APRIL 09, 2026
Khon Kaen Zoo celebrates the birth of a healthy pygmy hippo, the sibling of Moo Duang and relative of internet icon Moo Deng. Join the gender-reveal contestNo passenger left behind: Transport Co freezes fares for Songkran
No passenger left behind: Transport Co freezes fares for Songkran
THURSDAY, APRIL 09, 2026
Buses will run up to 8,000 trips a day for Songkran 2026, with extra vehicles and fares unchanged until April 19Malaysia steps up crisis response as energy reserves run low
Malaysia steps up crisis response as energy reserves run low
THURSDAY, APRIL 09, 2026
Malaysia has announced new steps to tackle energy supply disruption, warning reserves may last only until end-May as Middle East conflict drives a broader crunch.