Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
King And Queen Honor Beloved Guidance Counselor With Royal Rite
A beloved guidance counselor in Thailand received royal honors at her funeral ceremony in Ayutthaya on August 8, with the King and Queen presenting flower garlands to honor Tiwaporn Wanit, known as "Teacher Muay," whose dedication to studen
UN Envoy Says Thailand Ignored Draft on Border Issues
UN envoy Tom Andrews defended his report on Cambodia's human rights situation, saying Thailand received a draft on border conflict sections two days before publication but did not respond.
Court Clears Way for PM to Remove NBTC Chair Sorun
A Thai court ruled against NBTC Chair Dr. Sorun's legal challenge on August 7, clearing the way for the Prime Minister to remove him for breaching broadcasting regulations.
Archaeologists Uncover 2,500-Year-Old Layers at Korat Fort
A 20-day excavation at Nakhon Ratchasima's historic city wall has uncovered 2,500 years of human settlement, from prehistoric times through the Ayutthaya era, with artifacts including pottery and animal bones now undergoing scientific datin
King and Queen Preside at Cremation of Dr. Prasert Prasatthong
The King and Queen presided over the royal cremation of Dr. Prasert Prasatthong, a prominent healthcare entrepreneur and former senator who founded Bangkok Dusit Medical Services and Bangkok Airways, on August 8 at Wat Thepsirin Woras.
Deputy PM Unfazed by Opposition No-Confidence Vote
Thailand's Deputy PM says the government is confident it can weather an expected no-confidence vote in Parliament's late August session, dismissing opposition allegations of vote-buying as unsubstantiated.
Thailand Sports Fund Inspects Athletes Preparing for Asian Games
Sports Fund officials inspected badminton and blind track and field athletes in Krabi and Trang provinces to ensure they are properly prepared for the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan.
Pathum Thani Hosts Swimming Championship to Develop Young Talent
The Pathum Thani Provincial Swimming Championship brought together young swimmers from across the province to compete at Thammasat University's Rangsit campus, with organizers aiming to develop athletic talent and steer youth toward healthy
Government Accelerates Purple Line Repairs at Bang Wa Station
Authorities are accelerating repairs to Bangkok's Purple Line BTS after subsidence damage at Bang Wa station, with soil stabilization injections underway and plans to restore traffic gradually once structural safety is confirmed.
Thai Sisters Reach Korea Masters Final in Badminton
Thai sisters Anna Nanthakanjanat and Muna Benjapha Eamsoad advanced to the Korea Masters final after defeating their South Korean opponents in straight sets on August 8, setting up a championship match against China's world No. 3 ranked pai
Thai PM Shops OTOP Crafts Fair Ahead of Official Opening
Prime Minister Anuthon Chanyaveerakul previewed the OTOP Sapitlap Thai craft fair at Impact Muang Thong Thani on August 8, urging Thais to support local and royal-patronage handicraft products during the event running through August 16.
Opposition Presents New Evidence in Senate Election Fraud Case
Opposition coalition plans to present evidence of vote-buying money trails and new witness testimony on August 9 in an ongoing Senate election fraud investigation.