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Bangkok and three regions face 60% thundershower coverage
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Parts of Thailand’s lower North, Central region, East and South face flash-flood risks, while storm waves may exceed two metres.
Strong AI demand lifts Japan’s core machinery orders by 5.2%
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Demand linked to artificial intelligence, large orders from non-ferrous metal producers and digital investment helped lift August’s core total to 1,069.8 billion yen.
Japan to provide financial support for New York semiconductor plant
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Japan’s industry minister highlights gains for AI competitiveness and economic security, with smaller supply chain businesses also expected to benefit.
Safe, Sustainable, Extraordinary: Thailand's New Tourism Promise
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
TAT Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool says safety, sustainability and Thai-ness will shape a quality-first strategy for travellers, investors and students
Central and eastern Thailand forecast to see isolated heavy rain
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Residents are urged to watch for flash floods and runoff, while mariners are warned of waves above 2 metres in thundershowers.
Bangkok to close outbound lanes from Phloen Chit to Nana on October 16
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
All vehicles are barred from the affected section from 8am to 1pm on Friday, with bus routes 2, 40, 48, 501, 508 and 511 among those diverted.
DDPM warns 2 Thai provinces of flash floods on October 15
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Phitsanulok and Nakhon Sawan face rising waterways, while landslide alerts cover five provinces and Chao Phraya lowlands remain at risk.
Thai army disputes Cambodia’s displacement claims at UN
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Thai army rejects Cambodia’s portrayal of 650,000 displaced people and disputes claims over border areas and civilian returns.
Kanchanaburi districts on alert as Lam Taphoen Reservoir overflows
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Residents in Nong Prue and Bo Phloi are urged to move belongings to safety as authorities mobilise relief teams and assess damage in three key areas.
Thailand faces warmer, shorter winter as Bangkok lows hit 19°C
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Thailand’s winter is forecast to start a week late and be warmer than last year, with Bangkok lows of 19–21°C and heavy rain continuing in the South.