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Cabinet approves B7.7-billion relief package
Online Reporters, Published on 11/04/2026
» The cabinet has approved a 7.7-billion-baht economic relief package to support vulnerable groups, businesses, the transport sector and farmers in response to the economic impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Ubon monastery faces forest encroachment complaint
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 11/04/2026
» Forestry officials have filed an encroachment complaint against the Bo Nam Phra In Forest Monastery in Ubon Ratchathani province, following what they say have been repeated violations over the past two years.
What are Thailand’s visa changes really about?
Vanich Kittichai, Published on 11/04/2026
» There have been a number of announcements from state agencies to do with visa policies in Thailand over the past several months that seem to have made the matter rather convoluted.
Twenty road fatalities on first ‘dangerous day’
Online Reporters, Published on 11/04/2026
» Twenty people died and 132 were injured in 135 road accidents across Thailand on Friday — the first of the “seven dangerous days” of Songkran holiday travel, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation said on Saturday.
One Bangkok Unveils “Sunsational Songkran Festival 2026”
Published on 11/04/2026
» One Bangkok, the global lifestyle destination in the heart of Bangkok, has announced its "Summer Oneder 2026" campaign, offering thrilling travel, dining, and shopping experiences. The key highlight is “One Bangkok Sunsational Songkran Festival”, set to reignite the rhythm of life amidst cascading waters and vibrant flora. The city's core will be transformed into an immersive summer water park, blending the exhilaration of water, vivid colours, art, culture, and captivating music. Guests can also anticipate an array of enticing summer promotions and live concerts featuring over 57 of Thailand’s leading artists, performing across six consecutive days, from April 10 to April 15. The event commences with a spectacular opening performance titled “The Awakening of Water”, portraying water as more than a source of joy, but as a vital force of life, the driving energy of the city, and a symbol of renewal.
People’s Party on back foot over reform
Post Reporters, Published on 11/04/2026
» If there is one issue that should naturally belong to the People’s Party, it is the politics of institutional reform — especially when that reform touches on the privileges, perks and opaque benefits enjoyed by political and state elites.
Health ministry asks elderly drivers to stay alert
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 11/04/2026
» The Ministry of Public Health has stepped up road safety warnings for elderly drivers ahead of the long Songkran holidays, after data showed that deaths among senior motorists have doubled over the past 15 years.
Ukrainians sceptical as Kremlin orders Easter truce
AFP, Published on 11/04/2026
» KYIV (UKRAINE) - Ukrainians on Friday were wary of Russia's pledge to pause fighting for an Orthodox Easter ceasefire -- first proposed by Kyiv -- this weekend.
Cautious optimism for ceasefire supports shares
Business, Nuntawun PolkuamdeeNareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 11/04/2026
» RECAP: Asian equities rose yesterday as investors returned to risk assets after the US-Iran ceasefire deal, although concerns about its durability kept a lid on gains.
This year, Songkran hits a little bit different
Life, Niki Chatikavanij, Published on 11/04/2026
» As Thais gear up for the upcoming Songkran holiday, I can't help but notice how this year's highly anticipated days off and time off work have a bit more nuance to them than usual. Granted, people are still discussing rest, relaxation and how they will fully utilise their time away from the office, whilst the jetset crowd will undoubtedly make full use of flying overseas and avoiding Middle Eastern routes, but something feels a bit different this year.