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Hospitals ready for Nipah virus
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 29/01/2026
» The Department of Medical Services has confirmed that Rajavithi Hospital and other major medical facilities are fully prepared to handle suspected or confirmed cases of Nipah virus infection, even though no cases have yet been reported in Thailand.
Police put to the test
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 29/12/2025
» In 2025, Thailand faced a convergence of crimes and scandals that shook public confidence in institutions meant to protect society. From a deadly mass shooting in Bangkok to sprawling online scam networks, monk misconduct and a senior police scandal, the year exposed deep vulnerabilities linked to crime, governance and accountability, leaving lingering questions about reform and public trust.
Diamonds are forever; Lisa of Blackpink isn't.
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 20/10/2025
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has hired superstar Lisa -- Lalisa Manobal -- as a tourism ambassador for 12 months. The move clearly illustrates the country's attempt to regain the tourist momentum, which has been lost in recent months.
HIV patients to be transferred from scandal-plagued Thai temple
News, Online Reporters, Published on 04/09/2025
» About 200 HIV patients at Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu will be transferred to the state public health system as donations have fallen to near zero since details emerged of a financial scandal linked to former abbot Luang Phor Alongkot.
‘Ghostbuster’ influencer questioned over temple fund misuse
News, Online Reporters, Published on 09/08/2025
» A Thai influencer famed for his claimed ability to communicate with ghosts is at the centre of a police investigation into misuse of money donated to a temple renowned for its care of HIV patients.
Governor in soup over emergency budget
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 08/08/2025
» The governor of Ubon Ratchathani has been transferred to an inactive post at the Interior Ministry after he was accused of mishandling the 100-million-baht emergency allocation from the central contingency fund, which was meant to be used to help residents affected by the ongoing conflict with Cambodia.
Taiwanese man arrested in Pattaya after rampage with baseball bat
News, Online Reporters, Published on 23/06/2025
» A Taiwanese man was arrested in Pattaya after he allegedly attacked his neighbours’ condo doors with a baseball bat while under the influence of drugs, sparking panic among residents. Authorities later discovered a stash of narcotics and weapons in his room.
Drive to grow Thai food certification
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 15/04/2025
» The government is encouraging Thai restaurants, both local and abroad, to apply for Thai SELECT certification to boost consumer confidence, promote food tourism, and strengthen Thailand's global brand through its renowned culinary culture.
Bangkok named world's 2nd best city for food
News, Post Reporters, Published on 15/03/2025
» Bangkok ranks second, following New Orleans in the US, in Time Out magazine's list of the World's 20 Best Cities of 2025, climbing from sixth place last year.
Klong Toey vendors told to move in clean-up bid
News, Post Reporters, Published on 04/03/2025
» Street food vendors at Klong Toey Market 1 have been told to clear out by March 16 as part of an effort to improve scenery and pedestrian walkways along Ratchadaphisek Road in Bangkok's inner subdistrict of Klong Toey.