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BOT prepares to enforce new source rules for cash deposits from THB5m
BOT prepares to enforce new source rules for cash deposits from THB5m
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
The central bank plans to require people depositing THB5 million or more in cash to state the source of the money as part of tighter controls.Thai police rescue Chinese student after scammers stage ‘virtual kidnapping’ for HK$3m ransom
Thai police rescue Chinese student after scammers stage ‘virtual kidnapping’ for HK$3m ransom
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
Royal Thai Police say a 21-year-old Chinese student was safely rescued after a transnational scam gang allegedly controlled her remotely, made her stage her own abduction in Thailand and demanded HK$3 million from her family in Hong Kong.Six southern provinces warned of flash floods and forest run-off from June 3-8
Six southern provinces warned of flash floods and forest run-off from June 3-8
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
The DDPM has warned six southern provinces to prepare for flash floods, forest run-off, mudslides and rough seas as heavy rain hits Thailand’s Andaman coast.Thais Help Thais Plus scheme spending exceeds THB4.5 billion
Thais Help Thais Plus scheme spending exceeds THB4.5 billion
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
The Thais Help Thais Plus scheme has recorded purchases by 14.4 million people, while nearly 940,000 shops are ready for use.New Bangkok city plan to unlock rail-linked mega-projects and prime land development
New Bangkok city plan to unlock rail-linked mega-projects and prime land development
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
Bangkok’s revised comprehensive plan is set to reshape property development around mass-transit corridors, opening the way for mixed-use mega-projects, high-rise towers and major redevelopment of prime private and state-owned land.Silom-Surawong meal prices over 14 years under five governments
Silom-Surawong meal prices over 14 years under five governments
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
Average meal prices in Silom-Surawong rose from 31 baht in 2012 to 65.3 baht in 2026, as AREA’s survey pointed to slower recent increases.S&P strengthens global food push at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026
S&P strengthens global food push at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
S&P showcases its integrated food and bakery business at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026, with six Quick Meal products awarded Thai SELECT certification.BMA blames Bangkok flooding on low-lying terrain, heavy rain and rubbish-clogged drains
BMA blames Bangkok flooding on low-lying terrain, heavy rain and rubbish-clogged drains
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
Bangkok’s drainage authority says repeated flooding during heavy rain is caused by the capital’s low-lying geography, rainfall exceeding system capacity and rubbish blocking key drainage points, as officials work around the clock to keep water moving.Bangkok Pride 2026 shines as Asia joins the parade
Bangkok Pride 2026 shines as Asia joins the parade
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
Bangkok Pride 2026 draws Asian travellers as marriage equality cements the city’s role as a regional Pride tourism hub for short-haul tripsDDC says Thailand’s top Covid variants show no signs of greater severity
DDC says Thailand’s top Covid variants show no signs of greater severity
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026
Thailand’s Department of Disease Control says the country’s three most detected Covid-19 variants — NB.1.8.1, JN.1 and XEC — are being closely monitored, with current data showing no evidence of more severe illness or higher death risk.