Social media overtakes news websites as AI reshapes global media
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026
The Digital News Report 2026 finds that social media and video platforms have overtaken news websites as the main gateway to news, while AI chatbots, creators and declining trust are reshaping the global media landscape.
Thailand faces prolonged dry spells as El Niño drives erratic weather patterns
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026
The National Water Resources Office warns of extended dry spells in Thailand through late 2026, driven by El Niño conditions, alongside risks of drought and flash flooding.
Vietnam tourism rise challenges Thailand and quality goals
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026
Vietnam’s 2025 foreign arrivals topped 21 million, with Chinese visitors outnumbering Thailand’s, but growth now brings a test of quality and sustainability.
Thai Cultural Heritage Becomes Independent Creators' Passport to Global Markets, Meta Reports
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026
Boy Love series, T-Pop and Muay Thai are travelling further than ever on Reels, as Instagram tells Thai creators that cultural authenticity, not follower count, is now the surest route to a global audience
Thailand rises to 26th in IMD competitiveness ranking, but Vietnam closes gap
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026
Thailand climbed four places in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2026, but TMA warns that weak productivity, AI readiness, education and governance remain major risks as Vietnam debuts just one place behind.
Assistant district chief arrested in illegal migrant registration crackdown
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026
Five agencies have launched a crackdown on an alleged Chiang Rai network accused of fraudulently using “G” student records to obtain ID cards for foreign nationals.
WHO, Thailand begin regional digital health wallet cooperation
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026
A WHO-backed workshop has launched cooperation on secure digital health wallets, aimed at letting people manage health records across services and borders.
What are risks to Thailand after US-Iran deal signed | The Next Move EP17
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026
Dr. Areeporn Asawinpongphan of the Thailand Development Research Institute warns that Thailand should not be overly optimistic about the peace deal between the U.S. and Iran, as any renewed conflict could pose risks to the Thai economy.