Surat Thani oil probe exposes three suspected leakage routes
SUNDAY, APRIL 05, 2026
A DSI investigation into abnormal fuel movements in Surat Thani is widening, with sources pointing to two major brands, revived dormant firms and three possible diversion routes.
TAT rolls out Hat Yai campaign to revive flood-hit South
SUNDAY, APRIL 05, 2026
The tourism agency is targeting foreign arrivals through Hat Yai, Sadao and Padang Besar to boost spending, restore confidence and support southern recovery.
Bangkok’s average PM2.5 level stood at 30.9 µg/m³ on April 5, though several districts rose into the orange zone, with Prawet recording the highest reading.
Thais doubt professional ministers in energy crisis: NIDA Poll
SUNDAY, APRIL 05, 2026
Respondents were least confident in Ekniti Nitithanprapas, while nearly half said they did not sympathise at all with the government’s crisis response.
Thailand homebuyers turn to renting as loan hurdles rise
SUNDAY, APRIL 05, 2026
Homebuying demand in Thailand is weakening as tighter lending and high household debt push more consumers, especially younger workers, towards renting.
Trump, Israel tighten Iran pressure before Hormuz deadline
SUNDAY, APRIL 05, 2026
Tehran warned of wider regional turmoil as Israel readied possible energy strikes and Iranian and US teams searched for a missing American crew member.
Thailand braces for dangerous extreme heat before Songkran
SUNDAY, APRIL 05, 2026
Thailand is expected to face intense heat on April 8-9, with some northern and upper central areas forecast to reach 43°C, raising serious health concerns.