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What to do if you catch a cold in Thailand
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 27/04/2026
» A cold or fever can knock the shine off a Thailand trip faster than a monsoon shower, and doctors in Bangkok are urging expatriates and tourists not to dismiss the early signs. What begins as a sore throat, cough or mild temperature can quickly grow into a more troublesome illness if left unchecked, particularly in a country where heat, humidity and packed public spaces can wear travellers down before they realise it.
Songkran 2026 around Bangkok: where to make merit then get soaked
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 09/04/2026
» Songkran in 2026 is best tackled like Bangkok traffic: pick your lane early, commit, and keep a dry change of clothes within reach. The Thai New Year’s water fights still dominate the headlines, but this year’s smartest day trips mix temple-time calm with big-city spectacle, from Rattanakosin’s most photogenic blessings to Samut Prakan’s late-April Mon traditions — plus a flagship “Maha Songkran” festival that is setting up shop at Benchakitti Park.
Nothing brings Phone (4a) and Headphone (a) to Thailand
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 25/03/2026
» London-based tech brand Nothing has officially landed in Thailand with the launch of the Phone (4a) Pro, Phone (4a) and its stylish over‑ear headphones, the Headphone (a), promising premium features at prices that do not require a deep breath or a long chat with your loved ones.
Scam calls surge in Thailand as expats and Thais face rising risks
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 18/03/2026
» Thailand is facing an intensifying wave of phone and text message scams, even as other parts of Asia begin to see a slowdown, with new figures showing the country has become the top target in the region.
Claude Cowork AI rattles software world after $830bn rout
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 25/02/2026
» A new wave of “digital co‑workers” from artificial intelligence (AI) firm Anthropic is unsettling technology investors and forcing companies to rethink how office work is done, after its Claude Cowork tool moved decisively beyond chat and into real tasks, from organising files to drafting reports, sending fresh tremors through the global software industry.
Bangkok rolls out cooling centres as heat risks rise in 2026
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 24/02/2026
» Bangkok is stepping up its response to intensifying heat by rolling out air‑conditioned cooling centres across the capital, part of a broader heat management plan aimed at protecting residents as temperatures climb in 2026 and climate risks grow.
How to keep your laptop happy and your IT team sane
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 18/02/2026
» For anyone who has ever watched their laptop freeze five minutes before an urgent meeting, help may be closer than you think. Information-technology (IT) professionals say most computer disasters at work are avoidable, and many can be solved without panic, drama or a desperate call to the IT help desk. Their collective advice boils down to one message: understand the basics, slow down and work with the machine rather than against it.
Valentine’s Day gadgets worth gifting in 2026
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 13/02/2026
» The most memorable Valentine’s Day gifts in 2026 are not flowers or chocolates but gadgets that make daily life easier, calmer and more enjoyable, especially for expatriates living in Thailand. With busy urban routines, frequent travel and cross‑border tech ecosystems to consider, practical devices that fit seamlessly into everyday habits have become the most meaningful expressions of affection.
Beware fake tax refund emails stealing personal data
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 20/01/2026
» Thailand’s Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau has issued a stark warning about a surge in fraudulent emails claiming to offer tax refunds, a scam aimed at stealing personal and financial information.
Yahoo shuts down search in Thailand
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 15/01/2026
» Yahoo has ceased its search operations in Thailand, leaving users unable to access the platform without a workaround.