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Visa-free stay to be cut for 'quality boost'
Gary Boyle, Published on 24/04/2026
» Thailand is preparing to end the 60-day visa-free scheme to improve screening and support sustainable growth in the tourism sector, according to Tourism and Sports Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul.
Myanmar junta leader’s family buys B100m Bangkok home
Published on 01/04/2026
» The family of Myanmar junta leader Min Aung Hlaing purchased a luxury home worth nearly 100 million baht in Bangkok, bypassing Thai laws prohibiting foreigners from owning land or houses in the country, according to a human rights group.
Immigration warns of scam digital arrival card websites
Gary Boyle, Published on 30/03/2026
» The Immigration Bureau has warned foreign travellers against fraudulent websites offering Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) services for a fee.
Too much screen time 'bad for kids'
R May, Published on 27/02/2026
» Excessive screen exposure is one of the leading causes of developmental delays among young children, according to a recent government-agency report.
Visa changes aim to boost tourism
Gary Boyle, Published on 11/02/2026
» The cabinet on Tuesday endorsed a comprehensive visa package proposed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) to boost tourism, attract long-stay visitors and stimulate the economy.
QR stickers guided drug buyers through a 'treasure hunt'
R May, Published on 10/12/2025
» Two Russian men have been arrested for allegedly selling drugs using QR code stickers posted throughout Bangkok that used AI technology to make the process a “treasure hunting game”.
Thai Students Earn Global, National Recognition for RiceSense
Published on 06/10/2025
» Two Thai high school students have brought pride to the nation after their invention was honoured internationally and nationally within the same month.
Asia’s Next Generation of Leaders
Published on 12/09/2025
» The ASEAN-China-India Youth Leadership Summit (ACIYLS), now in its third year, is back to empower youth across Asia to tackle some of the world’s most pressing sustainability challenges, focusing this year on United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities and SDG 13 – Climate Action.
Online driving licence renewal starts next year
Gary Boyle, Published on 08/09/2025
» Drivers under 55 years old will be able to renew their driving licences online starting March next year.
Bangkok's Song Wat Road targeted as new tourist hotspot
Gary Boyle, Published on 13/08/2025
» The Commerce Ministry plans to promote Song Wat Road as a new Bangkok landmark.