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Koh Phangan police blitz coincides with PM’s visit
Koh Phangan police blitz coincides with PM’s visit
Thursday 14 May 2026 10:00 AM
SURAT THANI: Hundreds of police and officials raided businesses and properties suspected of being illegally owned by foreigners on Koh Phangan as Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the tourist island yesterday (May 13).
Anutin says B400bn loan decree cannot be derailed
Anutin says B400bn loan decree cannot be derailed
Wednesday 13 May 2026 09:29 AM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has cast aside fears that the government’s B400 billion emergency loan decree could be derailed after the opposition petitioned the Constitutional Court for a ruling on its legality.
Anutin signals changes to visa policy
Anutin signals changes to visa policy
Tuesday 12 May 2026 09:01 AM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul signalled a review of Thailand’s visa-free entry policy yesterday (May 11) following the arrest of a Chinese national linked to a suspected illegal arms network in Pattaya.
Thaksin released from prison
Thaksin released from prison
Monday 11 May 2026 12:34 PM
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra left Klongprem Central Prison in Bangkok on parole and was greeted by family members and a crowd of supporters this morning (May 11).
PM calls for cooperation and unity during Cebu summit trip
PM calls for cooperation and unity during Cebu summit trip
Monday 11 May 2026 10:00 AM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has concluded his participation in the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, the Philippines, underscoring Thailand’s role in promoting regional peace, stability and cooperation amid global uncertainty.
Oil price dip unlikely to help Thai drivers
Oil price dip unlikely to help Thai drivers
Friday 8 May 2026 01:35 PM
BANGKOK: The latest dip in global crude prices has eased financial pressure on the Thai Oil Fuel Fund, shifting its role from subsidising diesel prices to collecting contributions from motorists, according to the Energy Policy Planning Office.
Community service proposed over jail for fine defaulters
Community service proposed over jail for fine defaulters
Friday 8 May 2026 09:30 AM
BANGKOK: The Bhumjaithai Party has submitted a proposal to amend the Criminal Code to allow offenders who cannot pay fines to perform community service instead of serving jail terms, in a bid to ease prison overcrowding.
Anutin vows to rein in misbehaving tourists
Anutin vows to rein in misbehaving tourists
Thursday 7 May 2026 04:15 PM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has vowed to tighten oversight of tourists’ behaviour after a series of incidents including foreigners having sex in public, warning they damage the country’s image.
No advisory role for Thaksin: Julapun
No advisory role for Thaksin: Julapun
Monday 4 May 2026 12:09 PM
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will not take any formal advisory role after his expected parole from prison, though he remains a key ideological influence within Pheu Thai, says leader Julapun Amornvivat.
Ex-senator’s son gets 132 years in gambling ring case
Ex-senator’s son gets 132 years in gambling ring case
Saturday 2 May 2026 10:04 AM
BANGKOK: The Criminal Court has sentenced the son of a former senator to 132 years and six months in prison in an online gambling and money laundering case.
Anger at power tariff plan
Anger at power tariff plan
Saturday 2 May 2026 09:57 AM
BANGKOK: The government has insisted its planned restructuring of electricity tariffs will reduce overall household bills, even as higher-consuming households face increased rates under what officials describe as a 'fair burden-sharing' approach.
Cyanide serial killer gets another life sentence
Cyanide serial killer gets another life sentence
Friday 1 May 2026 09:30 AM
BANGKOK: The Criminal Court handed another life sentence to serial killer Sararat “Aem Cyanide” Rangsiwuthaporn yesterday (Apr 30) for fatally poisoning a policewoman in Khon Kaen province.
Compensation for flight delays and cancellations clarified
Compensation for flight delays and cancellations clarified
Thursday 30 April 2026 12:39 PM
BANGKOK: Thai transport and consumer protection authorities have clarified rules to protect air travellers from flight delays and cancellations as airlines struggle with soaring fuel costs caused by the Middle East war.
Thaksin granted parole, set for release on May 11
Thaksin granted parole, set for release on May 11
Thursday 30 April 2026 10:41 AM
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been approved for parole without the requirement to wear an electronic monitoring (EM) device, with his release scheduled for May 11.
Oil depots targeted amid hoarding fears
Oil depots targeted amid hoarding fears
Wednesday 29 April 2026 12:08 PM
BANGKOK: A proactive nationwide operation has been targeting oil depots and pipeline operators in key provinces following reports of irregular fuel stock levels that may indicate hoarding and speculative profiteering amid the ongoing supply crunch.
Tourism minister to charge B1,000 departure levy
Tourism minister to charge B1,000 departure levy
Tuesday 28 April 2026 08:50 AM
BANGKOK: The tourism minister plans to impose a B1,000 departure levy on outbound Thai tourists to raise a fund for promoting domestic tourism.
Government plans B4,000 aid rollout
Government plans B4,000 aid rollout
Monday 27 April 2026 10:00 AM
BANGKOK: The government’s new “Thai Help Thai Plus” subsidy programme is expected to be submitted to the Cabinet in May and rolled out in June, with each eligible participant receiving B1,000 per month for four months, totalling B4,000.
Government co-payment share to rise to 60%
Government co-payment share to rise to 60%
Friday 24 April 2026 01:30 PM
BANGKOK: The government’s next co-payment stimulus programme will feature a 60:40 split of approved spending by consumers, with the government paying 60%, according to Prime Minister’s Office Minister Paradorn Prissananantakul.
Debt hike a ‘last resort’
Debt hike a ‘last resort’
Thursday 23 April 2026 11:19 AM
BANGKOK: Raising the public debt ceiling or issuing emergency borrowing decrees will be considered as a “last resort”, only if global volatility persists and domestic fiscal resources prove insufficient, Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas says.
Thailand-China robotic surgery a first
Thailand-China robotic surgery a first
Thursday 23 April 2026 10:00 AM
BANGKOK: Thailand has successfully carried out its first cross-border tele-robotic surgery, marking a significant advance in the country’s medical technology and international healthcare collaboration, the Ministry of Public Health announced on Tuesday (Apr 21).