Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Bangkok Tightens Safety Checks at 1,066 Businesses
Bangkok is conducting strict safety inspections at 1,066 businesses, including checks on building safety, fire prevention, and hygiene standards through a new online self-assessment system with a September 30 deadline.
Badminton Club Leader Jen Becomes Fourth Candidate for Thai Sports Authority Director
Badminton club leader Jen Piyathat becomes the fourth candidate to apply for director of Thailand's Sports Authority, with applications open until July 29.
Farmers Demand Swift Action on Water Contamination in Northern Rivers
Farmers in Northern Thailand are demanding urgent government action on heavy metal and arsenic contamination in major rivers from upstream mining operations, calling for international negotiations rather than domestic management alone. Rece
Alpine Sports Group Launches Alpine Boost Sport Jelly
Alpine Sports Group has launched ALPINE BOOST, a three-formula sport jelly designed to support athletes and fitness enthusiasts before, during, and after exercise. The product addresses common issues like energy loss, fatigue, and cramping
Legendary Thai Rock Legends Unite for Fungthon Rock Festival 2026
Eight legendary Thai rock bands including Sek Loso and Da Endorphine will headline Fungthon Rock Festival 2026 on October 3 at IMPACT Exhibition Center, with early-bird tickets launching July 31.
PM Awaits Senate Approval Before Removing NBTC Chair Sorin
PM Anutin awaits Senate approval to remove NBTC Chair Sorin over disqualification grounds, saying he must comply once the upper house decides the matter.
GDH Expands Thai Film Empire With 50% Foreign Revenue Surge
Thai film company GDH reports foreign revenues surged 50 percent as it expands beyond domestic markets through Netflix partnerships and international remakes of hits like Shutter and One Day. The studio is releasing four films this year, in
Mysterious White Spots on Skin After 40? Here's What They Are
White spots appearing on skin after age 40 are typically guttate hypomelanosis, a harmless age-related condition caused by pigment irregularities, not vitamin deficiency or vitiligo. While treatment is optional and purely cosmetic, dermatol
PM Anutin Says Condo Gift to Ex-Wife Part of Divorce Settlement
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said he transferred a Bangkok condominium to his ex-wife as part of their divorce settlement, addressing questions about missing properties in his latest asset declaration.
PM Anuthín Dismisses Dissolution Threats Over Senate Row
PM Anuthín dismissed threats of government dissolution over a Senate-related case, asserting that coalition stability is strengthening and that his party bears no responsibility in the matter.
Cabinet Extends Welfare Card Appeals Deadline to September 20
The cabinet extended the welfare card appeals deadline to September 20, 2026, and adjusted eligibility criteria including vehicle age restrictions for applicants. The changes identified over 2 million additional qualifying recipients.
PM Anutin: Land Bridge Project Still on Hold, Ready to Revive
PM Anutin says the Land Bridge project remains active but on hold pending completion of the Missing Link railway and port upgrades, with revival possible when conditions permit.