TMD warns of flash floods amid heavy southern rain until October 28
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2026
The Thai Meteorological Department warns of flash flood risks amid heavy to very heavy southern rain from October 24 to 28, with thundershowers and gusts farther north.
Thai embassy warns nationals in France to avoid October 24 protests
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2026
Thailand’s embassy in Paris has warned Thai nationals to avoid demonstrations on October 24 as France prepares tighter security and possible road and public transport closures.
Bangkok arts festival generates over 250m baht after six-week run
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2026
Bangkok’s 28th International Festival of Dance & Music closed after presenting 12 productions from nine countries, with organisers reporting more than 250 million baht in economic activity.
Thailand's Retirement System Earns a C as Global Pension Index Warns of Ageing Strain
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2026
Thailand scores 52.2 in the Marsh CFA Institute index, with adequacy and sustainability both graded D as the report warns ageing will test every scheme
Thailand braces as exceptional El Niño heads for December peak
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2026
WMO warns the current El Niño could reach unprecedented strength by December, raising heat, drought and agricultural risks for Thailand and Southeast Asia.