Tourism

TAT Launches Transfer Passenger Privilege to Boost Tourism

TAT has signed an LOI with aviation and tourism partners to develop the Amazing Thailand Transfer Passenger Privilege. The initiative will offer eligible transit passengers curated experiences during longer connections, linking airports with nearby attractions and local communities to increase visitor spending and support Thailand’s aviation and tourism hub ambitions.

National

Thai-American Sailor Sofia Mongomery Wins Asian Games Gold

Thai-American sailor Sofia Mongomery won the gold medal at the Asian Games, securing a quota place for the 2028 Olympics with the lowest penalty score across the competition. She shared on social media that a fish jumped into her boat during a race and announced she will take a two- to three-week break to finish school assignments before resuming training. Mongomery thanked her supporters and said she will update fans on her preparations for the upcoming Olympics.

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Police

Police Arrest Two Maldivian Men in Bangkok Drug Bust

Two Maldivian men were arrested in Bangkok after police found crystal meth hidden inside stainless steel tumblers and cannabis buds wrapped in children’s clothing. Police identified the suspects as 46 year old Ali Rashid and 34 year old Mohamed Wisam. They were arrested after investigators traced several large parcels initially brought to a cargo service … The story Two Maldivian men caught in Bangkok with crystal meth, cannabis as seen on Thaiger News.

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National

People's Party Leader Teng Listens to Piyabutr, Vows Adjustments

People's Party leader Nattawong Ruangpanyawut said he is listening to feedback from activist Piyabutr and will make adjustments where needed, acknowledging internal divisions but insisting they are normal. He emphasized the party's focus on flood relief and chemical safety in Prachin Buri, criticizing media for diverting attention to personal matters like a spouse's job. Fellow party official Decharat defended Piyabutr's comments as referring to the broader political system, urging the press to cover substantive issues.

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Community

Thai Actor Tuk Wins Court Case Over Village Facility Access

Thai actor Tuk Buriboon celebrated after officials removed locks and signs that had prevented villagers from using the community swimming pool, tennis and badminton courts. The decision followed a lawsuit by the village's juristic person against the project owner, who had sold the facilities and blocked access. Tuk thanked his lawyers and the Samut Prakan Provincial Court, noting the case may still be appealed.

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Weather

Private Sector Urges Faster Flood Prep and Water Panel Seat

The Joint Standing Committee of Commerce, Industry and Banking warned that ongoing floods are damaging homes, businesses, agriculture, autos and tourism, with losses still unmeasured. It will ask the Prime Minister to accelerate flood preparations and to give the private sector a seat on the National Water Resources Committee. The group also called for better early‑warning systems, resilient infrastructure and disaster insurance to protect the economy.

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