Khon Kaen’s Khao Niew Road Songkran draws huge crowds for human wave
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026
Khon Kaen’s Khao Niew Road came alive on April 14 as huge Songkran crowds joined the famous human wave and enjoyed the city’s vibrant cultural celebrations.
Thai Navy says no checkpoint reopening plan, urges use of diplomatic channels
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026
The Royal Thai Navy has dismissed online claims of a border reopening for aid shipments to Cambodia as fake news, saying any request must go through official diplomatic channels.
Heat to continue as temperatures hit 42C, with summer storms due from April 16
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026
Thailand will remain hot to very hot on April 15, with temperatures reaching 42C before summer storms, strong winds and hail are forecast from April 16-20.
Govt orders nationwide forest lockdown to fight wildfires and PM2.5
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026
Natural Resources Minister orders high-risk forest closures nationwide, tightens enforcement and deploys satellite tracking and helicopters to curb wildfires and PM2.5