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Wheelchair user blocks bus in Bangkok to demand right to ride

Online Reporters, Published on 13/03/2026

» A wheelchair user was forced to wheel himself in front of a moving bus to stop it from passing after three consecutive buses refused to pick him up, an incident that has reignited debate over accessibility on Bangkok's public transport network.

THAILAND

Thailand offers visa relief after flights canned

News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/03/2026

» The government has introduced visa relief measures after 166 flights were cancelled amid Middle East fighting, with immigration waiving overstay fines for stranded travellers.

THAILAND

Siam Piwat Debuts First Co-Creation Retail Model, Wins Dual EDGE & Fitwel Certifications

Published on 24/02/2026

» Siam Piwat is redefining the retail landscape with NEXTOPIA at Siam Paragon, the world’s first prototype of a “Co-Creation Retail for Sustainable Lifestyle” model, securing two major international certifications: EDGE Advanced (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) and a 2-star Fitwel rating. This represents Thailand’s first dual recognition for NEXTOPIA, certified for both green building standards and its commitment to design for health,  well-being, and quality of life. In addition, NEXTOPIA serves as a prototype of a space powered 100% by clean energy starting in 2026, with plans to expand this initiative to all shopping centres under Siam Piwat by 2030 as part of its roadmap to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.   

THAILAND

Cramped booths bar access at polling stations

News, Published on 09/02/2026

» NONTHABURI: A social worker has raised concerns over persistent accessibility problems at polling stations, saying cramped voting booths continue to hinder wheelchair users and voters with disabilities despite improvements by the Election Commission (EC).

THAILAND

Voting booths ’too small’ for wheelchair users, says social worker

Online Reporters, Published on 08/02/2026

» NONTHABURI - A social worker has highlighted ongoing accessibility problems at local polling stations, saying the cramped booths continue to make it difficult for wheelchair users and others with disabilities to cast their ballots.

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Anti-govt banners, explosives found

Post reporters, Published on 08/02/2026

» NARATHIWAT: Security forces are on high alert after finding banners displaying anti-government messages and objects resembling improvised explosive devices (IEDs) at multiple locations across the province.

THAILAND

Health dept urges premarital checkups

News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 08/02/2026

» The Department of Health has urged couples to undergo medical check-ups before marriage, as early screening can prevent babies from being infected with sexually transmitted diseases.

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Pheu Thai kindles 'sparks of hope'

News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 05/02/2026

» The Pheu Thai Party has unveiled its three prime ministerial candidates, with Yodchanan Wongsawat -- widely known as "Ajarn Chain" -- named as the party's top choice and first in line to assume the premiership should Pheu Thai win the upcoming general election.

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Bomb expert injured in blast at southern PTT station

Online Reporters, Published on 04/02/2026

» PATTANI — An explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) specialist was injured while defusing bombs in a toilet at a petrol station in Muang district of this southern border province on Wednesday morning.

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EC hails 'smooth' advance voting process nationwide

Post Reporters, Published on 02/02/2026

» Advance voting to elect members of the House of Representatives mostly went smoothly on Sunday across the country, with only a few minor administrative errors, said Sawaeng Boonmee, the secretary-general of the Election Commission (EC).