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Ships avoid Hormuz as Iran raises threats, conflict spreads
Published on 01/03/2026
» Oil and gas shipping remains largely paused in the Strait of Hormuz that links the oil-rich Persian Gulf to the open seas, as a regional conflict escalates and Iran cranks up threats to vessels transiting through the chokepoint.
Hundreds of ships drop anchor in Middle East Gulf as US war on Iran escalates, data shows
Reuters, Published on 01/03/2026
» LONDON: At least 150 tankers including crude and liquefied natural gas vessels dropped anchor in open Gulf waters beyond the Strait of Hormuz and dozens more were stationary on the other side of the chokepoint, shipping data showed on Sunday, after U.S and Israeli strikes on Iran plunged the region into a new war.
Travellers stranded at Hong Kong airport as at least 27 Middle East flights disrupted
South China Morning Post, Published on 01/03/2026
» A joint US-Israeli attack on Iran forced airlines to cancel or delay at least 27 flights from Hong Kong to destinations in the Middle East on Sunday, leaving travellers stranded at the city's airport.
Ministry calls on Thais to evacuate
News, Post Reporters, Published on 01/03/2026
» The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has urged Thai nationals in high-risk areas of the Middle East, particularly Iran and Israel, to leave as soon as possible as regional tensions escalate.
Bangkok vendors: lives on the streetfront
Nannalin Tiengtae, Published on 28/02/2026
» For decades, street vendors have been Bangkok’s heartbeat — feeding office workers, day labourers and night wanderers alike. Bustling roads and alleys have long been a familiar sight in the city, recognised by many international travel blogs and tourism rankings for its street food culture.
Bhumjaithai keeping allies apart
News, Published on 28/02/2026
» By separating Pheu Thai and Klatham in its coalition bid, Bhumjaithai may be seeking to contain internal rivalries v The PP's loss of 33 seats at the last election reflects overconfidence, ethical questions and shifting voter sentiment.
EC under fire over lawsuits
Chairit Yonpiam, Published on 28/02/2026
» The Election Commission (EC) is facing mounting criticism after filing criminal complaints against six individuals who publicly questioned aspects of the most recent general election, including alleged irregularities involving QR codes and barcodes printed on ballot papers.
Thailand targets global AI hub status
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 28/02/2026
» Thailand is uniquely positioned to become a global artificial intelligence (AI) and digital infrastructure hub as it has already attracted a potential 5 gigawatts of data centre capacity, representing hundreds of billions of baht in infrastructure investment, by leveraging its geopolitical neutrality amid rising international tensions, says the Digital Council of Thailand (DCT).
The pink engine
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 28/02/2026
» Sorsomrudee Somparn feels that Thai boys' love (BL) and girls' love (GL) content is a source of hope for equality and acceptance. Like other fans, she follows series, concerts and side events, whether at home or abroad.
Stop the mockery
News, Editorial, Published on 28/02/2026
» People's Party party-list MP and spokesperson Parit Watcharasindhu recently noted that it had never occurred to him that he'd need to issue a formal clarification about his dental health -- especially when Thailand remains caught in post-election turmoil, with a mountain of urgent political and economic issues waiting to be addressed.