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New Year road accidents claim 171 lives in four days
Online Reporters, Published on 03/01/2026
» A total of 171 people have been killed and 956 injured in road accidents across Thailand during the first four days of the “seven dangerous days” New Year road safety campaign, with speeding and drink-driving the main causes.
State railway readies more trains to ease New Year return rush
Online Reporters, Published on 03/01/2026
» The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) will add four special trains by Saturday evening to accommodate the surge of people returning from their New Year holiday travels.
Pursuing ‘The Good Life’ in the unfolding new year
Life, Niki Chatikavanij, Published on 03/01/2026
» By the time this column comes out, it’s already a couple of days into the new year. We’ve officially welcomed 2026, and if you are one of those people who revel in the “clean slate” state of things, then you’ve probably already brought out the new diary, planner and made plans to return to the gym.
Culprit in SEA Games esports cheating scandal confesses
Online Reporters, Published on 03/01/2026
» The substitute player for the Thai e-sports athlete “Tokyogurl”, who was expelled from the 2025 SEA Games in Bangkok for using unauthorised third-party software, has admitted fault and apologised for bringing shame to Thailand.
Bangkok air quality improvement expected to continue next week
Online Reporters, Published on 03/01/2026
» Air quality in Bangkok improved on Saturday morning, with only two of the capital’s 50 districts recording orange-level pollution, while ultrafine dust levels are forecast to gradually decline over the coming week.
Weak economy could hamper prospects for crypto
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 03/01/2026
» While the crypto trading industry expects a bright outlook in 2026, thanks to improved regulatory clarity and growing institutional investors, Binance TH expressed concerns over the stagnant economy that could affect nationwide adoption.
Anatomy of a scam
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 03/01/2026
» Police say scammers will develop more sophisticated operations in 2026, allowing them to target victims more precisely, even though some scam centres along the borders of Myanmar and Cambodia have been dismantled in recent months.
Bail recipients get counselling
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 03/01/2026
» Psychosocial counsellors appointed by the courts are playing an important role in preventing defendants released on bail from reoffending, easing mental strain during judicial proceedings and reducing reliance on financial sureties, court officials say.
Kazakhs are keen to see more trade
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 03/01/2026
» Kazakhstan is open for business and keen to deepen investment ties with Thailand, building on the long-standing political, economic, and cultural cooperation between the two countries, says Kazakh Ambassador to Thailand Margulan Baimukhan.
Natthaphong appeals for 1 more chance
Prasit Tangprasert, Published on 03/01/2026
» People's Party (PP) leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut has urged voters to back the party one more time, and propel it to a landslide victory to secure a mandate to govern.