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Bangkok News 27th October 2026

Don Mueang Airport to Replace Handheld Metal Detectors

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– From November 1st 2026, Don Mueang International Airport will stop using hand-held metal detectors for secondary screening and switch to manual pat-down checks after passengers pass a walk-through metal detector or body scanner. – The change is intended to strengthen aviation security and align with Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand Regulation No. 113 and […]
Don Mueang Airport to Replace Handheld Metal Detectors With Pat-Down Checks From November 1st
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Bangkok News 12th October 2026

IMF–World Bank Meetings Open in Bangkok as Police Flag Five Areas for Traffic Disruption IMF–World Bank Meetings Open in Bangkok as Police Flag Five Areas for Traffic Disruption

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– The 2026 IMF–World Bank Group Annual Meetings run from the 12th to the 18th of October at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, with more than 15,000 delegates expected from about 190 countries. – Bangkok police and the government have advised motorists to avoid five key zones, including parts of Ratchadaphisek, Sukhumvit, Rama IV, […]
IMF–World Bank Meetings Open in Bangkok as Police Flag Five Areas for Traffic Disruption
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Bangkok News 29th August 2026

Thai Officials Raid Huai Khwang Nightclub in Bangkok Nominee and License Crackdown Thai Officials Raid Huai Khwang Nightclub in Bangkok Nominee and License Crackdown

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BANGKOK: Senior Thai interior ministry officials raided a large entertainment venue in Huai Khwang in Bangkok in the early hours of Saturday, August 29th, 2026, as part of an operation targeting an allegedly unlicensed nightclub, suspected Chinese nominee ownership, and possible drug activity. Deputy Interior Ministers Phonphir Suwannachawee and Worasit Liangprasit led the raid with […]
Thai Officials Raid Huai Khwang Nightclub in Bangkok Nominee and License Crackdown
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Bangkok News 14th July 2026

Phuket Youth ‘Ne Ne’ Receives Prime Minister’s Backing to Shine on America’s Got Talent Stage Phuket Youth ‘Ne Ne’ Receives Prime Minister’s Backing to Shine on America’s Got Talent Stage

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Bangkok — Thailand’s Minister of Tourism and Sports, Surasak Phancharoenworakul, introduced rising star Rattikan Amlai, better known as Nene Royal, to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul at Government House this morning. The meeting shows the government’s support for young Thai talent making waves internationally, while also tying her success to the promotion of the country’s tourism […]
Phuket Youth ‘Ne Ne’ Receives Prime Minister’s Backing to Shine on America’s Got Talent Stage
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Bangkok News 11th July 2026

10 People Injured in Bangkok Bus Crash on Lat Phrao Road, Bus Driver Blames Brake Failure 10 People Injured in Bangkok Bus Crash on Lat Phrao Road, Bus Driver Blames Brake Failure

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Bangkok, Thailand — An air-conditioned public bus driver lost control early Saturday morning, July 11th, 2026, mounting the sidewalk and crashing into a traffic signal control box and a roadside tree on Lat Phrao Road in Bangkok’s Wang Thonglang district, injuring at least 10 people. The accident occurred around 7:13 a.m. near Lat Phrao Soi […]
10 People Injured in Bangkok Bus Crash on Lat Phrao Road, Bus Driver Blames Brake Failure
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Bangkok News 28th June 2026

Poramese “Beer” Ngamphichet wins Second Term as Pattaya Mayor, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt Wins in Landslide, Say Unofficial Results Poramese “Beer” Ngamphichet wins Second Term as Pattaya Mayor, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt Wins in Landslide, Say Unofficial Results

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Bangkok/Pattaya, Thailand June 28th, 2026) Unofficial results from local elections held today indicate that Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt and Pattaya Mayor Poramese Ngampichet (widely known as his nickname “Beer”) are on track for decisive reelections, reflecting voter approval of their records in office. Polling stations across Bangkok and Pattaya closed at 5 p.m., with vote […]
Poramese “Beer” Ngamphichet wins Second Term as Pattaya Mayor, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt Wins in Landslide, Say Unofficial Results
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Bangkok News 8th June 2026

Best Tailor in Silom, Bangkok – Anthony Bespoke Tailor Bkk in Thailand Best Tailor in Silom, Bangkok – Anthony Bespoke Tailor Bkk in Thailand

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BEST TAILOR IN SILOM BANGKOK – ANTHONY BESPOKE TAILOR BKK IN THAILAND When searching for the best tailor in Silom, best tailor in Bangkok, or a trusted bespoke tailor in Bangkok, one name continues to earn recognition among business professionals, expatriates, wedding clients, and international travelers alike — Anthony Bespoke Tailor. Conveniently located in the […]
Best Tailor in Silom, Bangkok – Anthony Bespoke Tailor Bkk in Thailand
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Thailand News 3rd May 2026

Two Japanese Men Arrested in Bangkok on Suspicion of Possessing Methamphetamine Two Japanese Men Arrested in Bangkok on Suspicion of Possessing Methamphetamine

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Bangkok- Two Japanese men were arrested in Bangkok on suspicion of possessing methamphetamine, Thai authorities announced on May 3rd, 2026. The arrests took place on the evening of May 2nd in Soi Sukhumvit 33, an area popular with expats and tourists. Officers from the Immigration Bureau’s Investigation Division detained Mr. Yuya, 47, and Mr. Naoto, […]
Two Japanese Men Arrested in Bangkok on Suspicion of Possessing Methamphetamine
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Bangkok News 9th April 2026

Thai Department of Provincial Administration Joins Hands with 5 Agencies to Launch “Songkran Safe and Care” Operation Thai Department of Provincial Administration Joins Hands with 5 Agencies to Launch “Songkran Safe and Care” Operation

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Intensive Inspections of Hotels and Entertainment Venues Planned to Boost Tourist Confidence During Songkran Festival 2026 Bangkok, 9th of April 2026 – At 9:30 AM today, at the Department of Provincial Administration (Wang Chaiya), Mr. Naruecha Khosasiwilai, Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration, assigned Mr. Withoon Sirinukun, Deputy Director-General, to preside over the launch […]
Thai Department of Provincial Administration Joins Hands with 5 Agencies to Launch “Songkran Safe and Care” Operation
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Thailand News 18th February 2026

55-Year-Old American Man Murdered by Four Myanmar Men in Bangkok Over Relationship Dispute 55-Year-Old American Man Murdered by Four Myanmar Men in Bangkok Over Relationship Dispute

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Bangkok – In a major incident stemming from a soured romantic relationship, a 55-year-old American man was assaulted and killed by four Myanmar nationals, following prior altercations allegedly first sparked by the American over a soured relationship, on a roadside in Bangkok’s Chom Thong district. The attack, which occurred on Monday, February 16th, 2026, has […]
55-Year-Old American Man Murdered by Four Myanmar Men in Bangkok Over Relationship Dispute
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