TMD warns 43 provinces across Thailand to brace for heavy rain
FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026
The Thai Meteorological Department warns 43 provinces to brace for heavy rain and potential floods as severe tropical storm Mekkhala moves towards Japan.
Thailand targets over 33 million tourists under quality strategy
FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026
The Ministry of Tourism and Sports drives its 'Value over Volume' strategy to make Thailand a quality destination, expecting over 33.2 million foreign tourists in 2026.
Thailand prepares USAR rescue mission for Venezuela earthquake
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Following massive earthquakes in Venezuela, Thai authorities are standing by with elite search and rescue units, complete with K9 dogs, to assist if needed.
Japanese researchers unveil Buddhist AI robot to assist monks
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
A Kyoto University team has created Buddharoid, an AI humanoid that gives Buddhist advice, performs rituals, and could support Japan's declining population of monks.
Bank of Japan prepares accelerated hikes should inflation risks grow
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Naoki Tamura says the central bank will accelerate its baseline path of regular quarter-point hikes if upside inflation risks from the Middle East intensify.
Alcohol ban in force June 27–28 during Bangkok and Pattaya elections
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand’s Election Commission has announced a nationwide alcohol ban in Bangkok and Pattaya electoral areas during election hours on June 27–28, with penalties for violations under election law.
Thailand, Kazakhstan set 2027–2028 roadmap to boost tourism
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand and Kazakhstan agree 2027–2028 cooperation roadmap to expand trade, tourism, connectivity and medical tourism, targeting stronger regional ties
DLA U-turn allows recruitment to proceed after fraud concerns
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand’s Department of Local Administration reverses its suspension, allowing recruitment of successful candidates to continue to avoid unfair impact amid ongoing exam fraud investigations.