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DNA confirmation of Makkasan crash victims expected by Tuesday-
DNA confirmation of Makkasan crash victims expected by Tuesday-
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
Forensic officers expect to confirm the identities of the eight Makkasan train-bus crash victims by Tuesday, as relatives submit DNA samples for comparison.Thailand tightens durian standards in THB150bn export push
Thailand tightens durian standards in THB150bn export push
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
Suriya Juangroongruangkit says tighter checks and 24-hour export support aim to tackle export-rights misuse and residue risks.Mohan emerges as key China gateway for Thai durian exports
Mohan emerges as key China gateway for Thai durian exports
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
Fresh durian imports through China’s Mohan checkpoint reached 121,000 tonnes in the first four months of 2026, driven by rail-road logistics and rising demand for Thai and ASEAN fruit.Makkasan crash sparks warning: Never enter rail crossing unless exit is clear
Makkasan crash sparks warning: Never enter rail crossing unless exit is clear
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
The deadly Makkasan train-bus collision has renewed warnings that motorists must not follow traffic onto railway crossings during congestion, as past tragedies show the risk can be fatal.Chinese supermarkets expand in Thailand on low prices and viral buzz
Chinese supermarkets expand in Thailand on low prices and viral buzz
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
Stores selling Chinese snacks, drinks and hotpot ingredients are expanding from Chinese communities into malls and tourist cities.Kunlavut targets third Thailand Open crown in Antonsen final
Kunlavut targets third Thailand Open crown in Antonsen final
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
Kunlavut “View” Vitidsarn faces Denmark’s Anders Antonsen in the Thailand Open 2026 men’s singles final at 3.45pm, live on True Sports 7.Thai male stars command red-carpet attention at Cannes 2026
Thai male stars command red-carpet attention at Cannes 2026
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
Pirat ‘Mike’ Nitipaisalkul, Kunpimook ‘BamBam’ Bhuwakul and other Thai male stars drew notice with polished red-carpet looks.Makkasan police charge only train driver so far over fatal bus crash
Makkasan police charge only train driver so far over fatal bus crash
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
Makkasan police have charged only the freight train driver so far after a train hit a Route 206 bus near Airport Rail Link Makkasan, killing eight people and injuring dozens.Iranian state TV says Europe seeks Iran talks on Hormuz passage
Iranian state TV says Europe seeks Iran talks on Hormuz passage
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
Iranian state television says several European countries have begun talks with Tehran after ships from China, Japan and Pakistan passed through.NIDA Poll: Thais urge Education Ministry to end hidden school costs, tackle inequality
NIDA Poll: Thais urge Education Ministry to end hidden school costs, tackle inequality
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
A new NIDA Poll shows Thais want free education to be genuinely free, with hidden school costs and unequal school quality topping public concerns ahead of the 2026 school term.