Mount Aso alert in Kumamoto raised to Level 3 after tremors intensify
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2026
Stronger volcanic tremors and a rapid rise in gas emissions have prompted warnings of large volcanic rocks and pyroclastic flows within two kilometres of a crater on Nakadake.
Monsoon conditions heighten flash flood risk across eastern Thailand
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2026
Thailand's weather agency forecasts heavy rain in parts of the country and very heavy falls in the East, warning of flash floods and waves above three metres in the upper Andaman Sea.
World Bank report highlights Thailand’s AI opportunities and gaps
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2026
Thailand has strengths in exports of AI-enabling goods, data-centre investment and business adoption, but gains depend on skills, Thai-language data and effective governance.
Chinese suspect held over crystal meth sales to tourists in Bangkok
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2026
Thai police arrested a Chinese man in Huai Khwang over alleged crystal meth sales to Chinese tourists, visa overstay and an outstanding warrant in China.