KPI Poll shows Thais doubt government's energy crisis response
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Respondents also backed selective budget cuts to fund temporary energy relief, despite weak confidence in the new government's ability to manage the crisis.
This Thai temple is worth billions of dollars. | The Signal EP18
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
From its rise as one of Thailand’s most influential Buddhist movements to allegations of financial misconduct, a dramatic 2017 temple siege, and the sudden closure of the case this year, this episode of #TheSignal looks at how faith, money, and political influence collided in one of the country’s most consequential modern controversies.
Hormuz turmoil deepens as crude surges on renewed Trump threats
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
A failed 40-country effort to restore passage through the Strait of Hormuz, surging crude and fresh Iranian threats intensified fears for the global economy.
RUN, EAT, SHOP: Can Thailand's Trail Running Bet Deliver for Rural Communities?
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Thailand's new trail running series promises to funnel tourist spending into rural communities — but the country's sport tourism record urges caution alongside ambition
ASEAN fuel price comparison: where Thailand stands after latest hike
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Thailand raised petrol and gasohol prices by 0.70 baht/litre and diesel by 3.50 baht/litre on April 3, 2026. EPPO data shows Thailand remains mid-range in ASEAN for both petrol and diesel prices.
Thailand fuel prices rise: diesel up 3.50 baht, petrol up 0.70 baht from 5.00am
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Major fuel retailers including OR (PTT Oil and Retail) and Bangchak raised pump prices on April 3, 2026, with petrol and gasohol up 0.70 baht/litre, diesel up 3.50 baht/litre and premium diesel up 4.00 baht/litre.