Miss Grand Thailand 2026 heads into grand final showdown tonight
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026
Miss Grand Thailand 2026 reaches its final stage under the “Grand Evolution” concept, with national costume buzz and vote tallies fuelling the race to the crown
Anutin apologises over fuel turmoil, unveils broader energy relief plan
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026
PM Anutin apologised for fuel price volatility, admitted the government misjudged the conflict and outlined new energy, subsidy and cost-of-living measures.
Chiang Mai haze worsens as hotspot count jumps to 136
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026
Chiang Mai’s wildfire and haze crisis intensified early on March 28, with 136 hotspots detected, no rain forecast and temperatures expected to reach 39C.
Anutin: oil prices may rise again; Finance Ministry warns excise cuts could cost 14bn baht a month
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul says oil prices could climb again as Middle East tensions persist and the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, while Thailand focuses on securing domestic supply. The Finance Ministry’s modelling shows cutting excise by 5 baht per litre could cost the state about 14bn baht a month, reviving concerns seen in 2022 when tax cuts reduced annual revenue by over 150bn baht.
Lotus craze turns Gen Z trend into a boost for SMEs
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026
Thailand’s lotus trend is turning a traditional flower into a viral Gen Z fashion item, opening new opportunities for florists, cafés and local tourism
35 ‘Anutin 2’ cabinet nominees pass vetting, set for royal submission on March 30
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026
A Bhumjaithai source says background and qualification checks for the “Anutin 2” cabinet have been completed. Pheu Thai has replaced Sudawan Wangsupakitkosol with Nikorn Soemklang for the Social Development portfolio, with 35 names due for final review and submission on March 30.
Tetra Pak Opens New Product Development Centre in Thailand to Accelerate Food and Beverage Innovation Across the Region
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026
The 40,000 sq ft Rayong facility offers Thai and Asia-Pacific manufacturers pilot production capabilities and expert food science support to bring products to market faster