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Upper Thailand turns hotter as rain eases, South still sees storms
Upper Thailand turns hotter as rain eases, South still sees storms
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2026
Rain is easing across upper Thailand, but hotter daytime weather will push Bangkok to 37C, while thunderstorms and rough seas continue in parts of the SouthDIP registers ‘Yasothon Sweet Watermelon’ as GI, boosting premium Isan produce towards global markets
DIP registers ‘Yasothon Sweet Watermelon’ as GI, boosting premium Isan produce towards global markets
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2026
Thailand’s Department of Intellectual Property has granted Geographical Indication (GI) status to ‘Yasothon Sweet Watermelon’, citing its distinctive sweetness and crisp texture from Chi River plain growing areas, with an estimated economic value of 48 million baht.Jun Yesung edges ahead of Lee Yewon as Natthakritta leads Thai charge at Rejuran
Jun Yesung edges ahead of Lee Yewon as Natthakritta leads Thai charge at Rejuran
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2026
Jun Yesung carded a 67 to take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Rejuran Championship, with Lee Yewon close behind and Natthakritta Vongtaveelap leading the Thai challenge.BOI courts Hong Kong investors with LTR visa, privilege perks
BOI courts Hong Kong investors with LTR visa, privilege perks
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2026
BOI is courting Hong Kong and Greater Bay Area investors, highlighting LTR visas and Thailand Privilege to attract global talent and tech investmentMissile hits US Embassy compound in Baghdad, Reuters reports; no immediate casualty details
Missile hits US Embassy compound in Baghdad, Reuters reports; no immediate casualty details
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2026
A missile struck a helipad inside the US Embassy compound in Baghdad’s Green Zone, Reuters reported, with no immediate word on casualties or damage. The embassy had earlier warned Americans in Iraq of heightened risks.Six fault lines push Thai health system closer to crisis
Six fault lines push Thai health system closer to crisis
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2026
Thailand’s health system faces mounting strain as hospital losses, staff shortages and tighter budgets threaten patient access, service standards and bed capacityIran threatens strikes on US-linked oil targets, raising fears of a fresh supply shock
Iran threatens strikes on US-linked oil targets, raising fears of a fresh supply shock
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2026
Iran has warned it will hit regional oil and energy infrastructure linked to the US if its own facilities are attacked, as President Donald Trump says US strikes hit military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island and hinted oil infrastructure could be next if shipping through Hormuz remains obstructed.March 20 marks Vernal Equinox with equal day and night
March 20 marks Vernal Equinox with equal day and night
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2026
March 20, 2026 marks the Vernal Equinox, when the Sun sits above Earth’s equator, bringing nearly equal day and night worldwideEnergy Ministry talks with US LNG giant Cheniere to lift Thailand deliveries to 1.3m tonnes a year
Energy Ministry talks with US LNG giant Cheniere to lift Thailand deliveries to 1.3m tonnes a year
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2026
Energy Minister Auttapol Rerkpiboon says Thailand is negotiating with Cheniere Energy to increase LNG deliveries under an existing contract from 1.0m to 1.3m tonnes annually for the remaining 15 years to 2041, and to bring some cargoes forward to Q2 2026.Kharg Island emerges as critical energy flashpoint in Iran war
Kharg Island emerges as critical energy flashpoint in Iran war
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2026
If Iran’s Kharg Island were attacked or shut down, millions of barrels of crude could vanish from global supply, triggering an immediate surge in oil prices