Thailand eyes direct routes from China and Europe to Surat Thani
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
Thailand is considering direct flights from China and Europe to Surat Thani Airport, alongside a seamless luggage service that would deliver bags directly to hotels on Koh Samui.
Nan and Tak face highest flash-flood risk in three-day rain alert
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
Northern Thailand is on alert for heavy rain from 16-18 July, with parts of Nan and Tak forecast to receive more than 200 millimetres and face severe flash-flood and landslide risks.
US invokes Section 301 to impose 25% tariff on Brazilian imports
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
The United States will impose a new 25% tariff on most Brazilian imports from July 22, citing unfair trade practices, while Brazil plans WTO action and retaliatory measures.
Thailand warns of heavy rain in upper Northeast and eastern provinces
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
The Thai Meteorological Department warns of flash floods in upper Thailand and waves above two metres in thundershowers under a moderate southwest monsoon.
Bangkok orders three venues to halt operations after deadly Lat Phrao pub fire
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
The BMA has taken action against three entertainment venues and launched safety inspections across all 50 districts following the deadly Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao fire.
KIHA 183 takes travellers to Saraburi for century-old flower rite
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
Ride the KIHA 183 to Saraburi, Thailand, on July 28-29, 2026, for the Buddhist Lent flower alms-giving ceremony, temple visits and a commemorative sacred amulet.