Vijit Chao Phraya 2026 Lights Up Bangkok Riverfront

Thailand to Host 2026 Advanced Air Mobility Symposium

Thailand will host the Second Advanced Air Mobility Symposium (AAM 2026) in December 2026, showcasing the country's rapidly growing drone industry which has surpassed 73,000 registered units. The event aims to advance Thailand's position in the global low-altitude economy, projected to reach $52.1 billion by 2034, while CAAT develops a master plan and regulatory framework for safe integration of new aviation technologies.

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Police Dismantle 'Zero Card' Syndicate, Arrest Local Registrar

Thai authorities launched a major operation dismantling a 'Zero Card' syndicate that fraudulently registered foreigners as Thai citizens. Police raided 43 locations, issued 79 arrest warrants, and detained a local registrar assistant, 34 householders and certifiers, and eight foreigners. The investigation began after airport immigration officers uncovered a case of identity fraud involving a child's travel documents.

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Regional

Record 451 Blacktip Sharks Spotted at Maya Bay

【震撼奇观！泰国玛雅湾惊现451条黑鳍鲨同框集结！创近3年最高纪录！🦈🌊🇹🇭】谁能想到，曾经因为游客过度拥挤而濒临生态崩溃的泰国网红海岛，如今竟然迎来了如此震撼的自然奇观！据董里府第 3 海洋国家公园研究与教育中心最新监测报告：皮皮岛著名景点玛雅湾（Maya Bay）近日观测到了多达 451 条黑鳍鲨密集集群！直接刷新了自 2023 年开展系统调查以来的 3 年最高历史纪录！🔥✨ 🦈 蔚蓝海湾里的“鲨鱼风暴”：在清澈见底的碧绿浅滩中，数百条体型矫健的黑鳍鲨成群结队、密密麻麻地游弋巡航，场面既壮观又治愈！海洋专家分析，如此高密度的集结，极有可能是因为这群海洋精灵正值繁殖交配期，把环境极其优越、食物丰富的玛雅湾当成了天然育儿室！💖 🌱 闭岛休养终见生态奇迹：回想几年前，玛雅湾曾因过度旅游导致珊瑚大面积白化、海洋生物绝迹，泰国国家公园厅毅然决定实施长达数年的闭岛生态修复，并制定了严格的限流与禁止船只直接驶入海湾等保护政策。如今 451 条黑鳍鲨霸气回归，正是大自然对人类环保努力最震撼的褒奖！👏🌏 去过泰国皮皮岛的小伙伴举个手！你在玛雅湾亲眼见过黑鳍鲨在脚边游过吗？快来评论区分享你的奇遇吧！👇🌊 #泰国旅游 #玛雅湾 #MayaBay #皮皮岛 #黑鳍鲨 #自然奇观 #海洋生态 #泰国新闻 #Khaosod

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Local

Koh Lanta's hospital: 10 beds in a 2017 study, 30 beds in 2025, and an address the sources do not agree on

Ko Lanta Hospital is a community hospital. A published study of 2017 data counts 10 beds, a ministry visit reported in August 2025 says 30, and listings give two different addresses. Here is what each source says and what none of them settles.

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Police Question Husband's Account in Kanchanaburi Motorcycle Shooting

A 53-year-old woman was shot dead while riding pillion on a motorcycle in Kanchanaburi. Her husband claims a gunman ambushed them over a land dispute, but forensic evidence — including bullet casings in the road center, close-range wound patterns, and the husband transporting the body home instead of to a hospital — contradicts his story. Police are investigating all angles, including a possible domestic dispute, and have collected CCTV footage and gunshot residue samples.

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NSC Chief Condemns Child Attacks, Vows to Contain Southern Unrest

NSC Secretary-General Gen. Chaipraket Duangprapa said the Prime Minister has ordered that southern insurgent violence must not spread beyond current areas. He urged public cooperation and condemnation after an attack on schoolchildren in Satun province, emphasizing that security agencies have enhanced measures and plans to protect informants.

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Assistant Police Chief Advances Community Policing in Phra Jen

Assistant National Police Chief Pol. Lt. Gen. Tairong Phiphan visited Bangkok's Phra Jen community to promote the community policing policy, meeting with residents and local agencies to identify issues and distribute aid packages to vulnerable groups. He emphasized that police must engage directly with communities to prevent crime and solve problems early, while also integrating technology and AI into policing operations.

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Nabil Anan Shrugs Off Sparring Loss, Focuses on ONE Title

Thai Muay Thai star Nabil Anan downplayed a rough sparring session with national boxing standout Bunjong Sinsiri, calling it mere preparation for his ONE Championship featherweight title bout against Nico Carrillo on December 18 at Lumpinee Stadium. Nabil stressed his focus remains on capturing the 70kg world title rather than the unofficial boxing workout.

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Police Probe Charity Funds Used for Celebrity Japan Trip

Police are investigating whether charitable foundation funds were misused to finance a six-day Japan tour for celebrity Boom Panadda and 13 others in October 2026. The trip included luxury accommodations, shopping, and Universal Studios Japan, despite being framed as a one-to-two-day rescue training in Osaka. Authorities have confirmed a money trail from the foundation to the tour operator, Eh Kitti's company, and plan to summon all 14 participants and the organizer for questioning.

3h ago Khaosod

NSC Chief Downplays Protest Concerns, Highlights Cyber Threats

NSC Secretary-General Gen. Chaiyapruk Didyasarin downplayed concerns over planned protests, including a November 16 rally by the 'Kamnan Mano' group at the Energy Ministry, stating demonstrators are exercising legal rights and police are prepared. He highlighted that the Prime Minister's primary focus is the growing threat of cyber attacks affecting multiple nations, urging all agencies to respond swiftly and efficiently.

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