Summer storms to continue across upper Thailand through May 1
THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2026
The Meteorological Department has warned that summer storms, strong winds, hail and heavy rain will continue across upper Thailand, including Bangkok, from April 30 to May 1.
Thai iced tea cracks world top 10 in TasteAtlas non-alcoholic drinks ranking
THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2026
Thai iced tea, or cha yen, has been ranked ninth among the world’s best non-alcoholic beverages by TasteAtlas, strengthening Thailand’s food soft-power profile with its creamy texture, sweet taste and signature orange colour.
Thai Petrochemical Giant Defend Proposed Joint Venture Against Monopoly Concerns
THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2026
SCGC pushes back on domestic monopoly fears as a feasibility study for a landmark olefins joint venture gets under way, arguing that imports and free-market pricing cap their power
New Bang Pakong River bridge opens to ease Bangkok-bound traffic and support EEC growth
THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2026
The Department of Highways has opened a new 349.5-million-baht Bang Pakong River bridge on Highway 3702 in Chachoengsao to improve Bangkok-bound travel, ease bottlenecks and boost logistics in the EEC.