Six essentials face tighter price controls as Thailand moves to curb costs
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
The Department of Internal Trade has teamed up with nine major manufacturers to freeze consumer goods prices through April, while six essential items may soon require prior approval before any price increase.
Hormuz tensions deepen as Thailand evacuates 1,283 from Middle East conflict zone
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz remain extremely high, with military operations under way to reopen shipping routes — an issue Thailand is closely monitoring.
Japanese tourist seriously injured in suspected rider gang attack in Pattaya
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
A Japanese tourist was seriously injured after being chased, rammed and brutally assaulted by a group of suspected app-based riders in Pattaya before fleeing for his life to seek help at a nearby hotel.
Phetchaburi refinery expansion faces backlash over threat to salt farms and birds
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
Bird conservationists and local networks have rallied against a proposed power plant and oil refinery expansion in Phetchaburi, warning of damage to salt-farm ecosystems and migratory bird flyways.