Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Asian Games Shift to Odd-Numbered Years – New Prep Tournament Format Before Olympics
The Asian Games may shift to odd-numbered years starting in 2031 to serve as a final warm-up tournament before the Summer Olympics, with Qatar and Saudi Arabia adjusting their hosting schedules accordingly.
National Parks Department Thanks Carabao Group for Donating 100 Cases of Beverages to Support Wildfire Firefighting Staff
Carabao Group donated 100 cases of beverages to the National Parks Department to support wildfire suppression personnel working to combat forest fires across Thailand.
Commerce Ministry Clarifies Durian Livestream Sales at 100 Baht Each Are Secondary Grade Promotion, Not Export Quality
The Commerce Ministry clarified that 100-baht durians being sold in an April 28 livestream event are secondary-grade fruit promoted to boost domestic consumption, not export-quality produce at discounted prices.
Kravee Reveals PM Instructs Ministers to Answer Parliamentary Questions; Opposition Asked to Notify in Advance; Constitutional Amendment Implementation Pending Suitable Timing
The Prime Minister has instructed all ministers to prioritize answering parliamentary questions on Thursdays, with the opposition requested to notify which ministers they'll question in advance. Constitutional amendments remain pending suit
Boi Tha Phra Chan Pledges 8 Boxes of One Piece Cards if Rotnoi Knocks Out Takeru
Amulet expert Boi Tha Phra Chan pledged 8 boxes of One Piece trading cards to fighter Rotnoi Jitmeungnon if he knocks out Japanese opponent Takeru Segawa in their ONE Championship interim flyweight title bout on April 29th in Japan.
O Pakchira's 20+ Bridesmaids and Beer Reveal Why They're Requesting Separate Bedrooms
O Pakchira's upcoming wedding to Beer will feature over 20 bridesmaids and 400+ guests at Bangkok's Four Seasons, with the couple requesting separate bedrooms because Beer's loud snoring disrupts O Pakchira's sleep before work days.
Becky Rebecca Responds to Critics: Pushes Back on Appearance Comments Unrelated to Acting
Actress Becky Rebecca defends her performance in Girl From Nowhere The Reset, saying she accepts constructive acting criticism but rejects personal attacks on her appearance as irrelevant to her craft.
Bright and Best Defeat Philippines, Advance to Quarterfinals at Asian Beach Games
Thai beach volleyball pair Bright and Best defeated the Philippines 2-0 to reach the semifinals of the Asian Beach Games in Sanya, China, where they'll face China on April 28.
Planning to travel abroad? Thailand mulls exit fee for outbound travellers
Thailand is considering an exit fee on citizens traveling abroad, with revenues of around 10 billion baht annually potentially funding domestic tourism subsidies and travel incentives.
Water Sports Association Prepares Team for Asian Games – Invites Three Nations' Water Polo Teams for Training with Gold Medal Goal
Thailand's Water Sports Association is preparing athletes for the September Asian Games in Japan, with the women's water polo team aiming for a historic bronze medal by training against teams from Russia, Hungary, and China.
Eknath Files Complaint with DSI Against 6 Oil Storage Companies for Irregular Marine Shipping Documents
Thailand's energy minister filed complaints against six oil storage companies with the DSI for issuing over 100 irregular marine shipping documents, with authorities discovering fuel hoarding and adulteration schemes in Rayong and Chachoeng
P'Jung, Cullen, and Dan Share Their Epic Songkran Adventures in Khon Kaen and First Experience on 'Khun Phra Chuay'
YouTubers P'Jung, Cullen, and Dan became the new faces of DERMEDY skincare at a Bangkok launch event, sharing stories about their Songkran adventures in Khon Kaen and recent appearance on a traditional Thai cooking show.