Heavy rain and rough seas forecast in Thailand for August 6-9
TUESDAY, AUGUST 04, 2026
The Thai Meteorological Department warns of heavy rain, flash floods and waves of up to four metres from August 6-9, with Bangkok at risk and small boats advised to remain ashore.
Thai PM Concludes Landmark Indonesia Visit with $23bn Trade Target and New Strategic Commitments
TUESDAY, AUGUST 04, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul wraps up a landmark visit to Indonesia with a $23bn trade target, new flight routes, and joint action on online scams
Thai cyber team probes alleged leak of vehicle registration data
TUESDAY, AUGUST 04, 2026
ThaiCERT is investigating claims that vehicle registration searches exposed Department of Land Transport data linked to Thailand’s prime minister and Interior Ministry officials.
Record 42.5°C Heatwave Leaves 16 Dead in South Korea as Authorities Order Outdoor Work Halt
TUESDAY, AUGUST 04, 2026
South Korea faces its worst heatwave on record as temperatures reach a 122-year high of 42.5°C, claiming at least 16 lives and triggering emergency outdoor activity bans.
Bangkok among coastal cities facing rising flood risks from land subsidence
TUESDAY, AUGUST 04, 2026
A new study finds coastal cities worldwide, including areas in Thailand, face worsening flood risks as land subsidence accelerates the impact of rising sea levels.