NEWS BANGKOK THAILAND

Democrats pick Anucha Burapachaisri to contest Bangkok governor election

FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2026

The Democrat Party will officially launch Anucha Burapachaisri as its Bangkok governor candidate on May 16.

Chadchart resigns as Bangkok governor ahead of May 21 term end

FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2026

Chadchart Sittipunt has resigned as Bangkok governor before his term ends, with the BMA permanent secretary to act in his place.

BMA, Airbnb.org strengthen emergency housing response in Bangkok

May 12, 2026

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and Airbnb.org formalise a partnership to improve access to free emergency housing during disasters.

Road collapses on Charan Sanit Wong near Vichaivej Hospital, causing traffic delays

May 09, 2026

A section of Charan Sanit Wong Road collapsed near Vichaivej Hospital and Fai Chai Intersection in Bangkok, causing a motorcycle to overturn and traffic to slow.

Chadchart confirms second-term run, says People’s Party is “not to be underestimated”

May 08, 2026

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt says he will formally launch his re-election bid after leaving office on May 21, 2026, as the campaign race tightens.

Heat warning — Bangkok faces ASEAN’s hottest future

May 06, 2026

Bangkok could become ASEAN’s hottest major city by 2050, with extreme heat days nearly tripling and temperatures reaching 38.1C

Bangkok faces extreme heat alert as heat index exceeds 52°C

May 04, 2026

Bangkok’s heat index exceeded 52°C on May 4, reaching the “extreme danger” level, with residents urged to avoid outdoor activity and watch for signs of heatstroke.

Bangkok Pride Festival 2026 names six Naruemit ambassadors

April 29, 2026

Bangkok Pride Festival 2026 will turn Silom Road into a rainbow road on Sunday (May 31, 2026), as Thailand pursues its bid to host WorldPride 2030.

Their Majesties open Rama VI centenary at historic Lumphini Park

April 26, 2026

The ceremony honoured the 100th anniversary of King Vajiravudh’s passing and the centenary of Bangkok’s first public park.

Bangkok awarded Gold on Gender Equality – first city in Asia

April 25, 2026

Bangkok becomes the first city in Asia-Pacific to earn UNDP Gold certification for gender equality, scoring 94.8% in its final review

Bangkok’s ‘shadowless’ noon arrives on April 27

April 24, 2026

Bangkok will see the sun directly overhead at 12.16pm on April 27, though NARIT says it may not be the hottest day

Pratunam flyover to close from April 24 for Orange Line construction

April 21, 2026

Bangkok motorists are being urged to prepare for the closure of the Pratunam flyover from April 24, 2026 to February 11, 2027, with five diversion routes advised.

Bangkok heat index stays in danger zone for 18 straight days

April 18, 2026

Bangkok’s heat index remained at a dangerous level on April 18, marking an 18-day streak and raising the risk of heatstroke in the capital

Bangkok moves to make Songkran a world-class festival draw

April 17, 2026

Bangkok plans to elevate Songkran into a world-class festival with better infrastructure, tighter safety, greener waste management and stronger economic impact.

Bangkok on heat alert as dangerous conditions threaten health and tourism

April 17, 2026

Bangkok faces a dangerous heat index, with vulnerable groups warned to stay alert as health risks rise for outdoor workers and tourists.