Thailand

New Vientiane-Udon Thani Bus Route to Launch on 9 September

Thailand has just announced the launch of a new bus route connecting Laos’ Vientiane and Thailand’s Udon Thani International Airport, via Udon Thani city, strengthening cross-border travel links between the two countries. The Thai Transport Company (BKS), Thailand’s state-owned intercity and cross-border bus operator, will begin operating the service on...

Laos Hands Over 34 Thai Nationals in Seventh ST Vegas Transfer

On 2 September, Lao authorities handed over 34 Thai nationals to Thai authorities at...

Van Crash in Thailand Kills Two Lao Nationals, Injuries 12

A passenger van carrying 14 Lao nationals crashed and caught fire in Thailand's Roi...

Seven Dead, 15 Injured in Thailand School Shooting

Seven people have died, including a student gunman, after a shooting at a school...

Laos Deports 32 Thai Nationals After ST Vegas Raid

Laos has deported 32 Thai nationals following a major police operation at the ST...

Thai, Cambodian Military Leaders Meet After Deadly Border Clash

Military leaders from Thailand and Cambodia convened today at 3 PM in Kap Choeng District, Surin Province, Thailand, in an urgent effort to ease...

Thai Parliament Passes Cybercrime Decree Mandating Banks, Telecom Providers to Compensate Scam Victims

Thailand’s House of Representatives has passed a new Royal Decree aimed at tackling the growing threat of online scams, with a key provision requiring...

Bangkok Taps Google AI to Untangle Traffic Jams

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has partnered with Google to launch an artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted traffic management system aimed at easing congestion and reducing roadside...

Thailand Pushes for Paid Menstrual Leave, Better Workplace Welfare for Women

Thailand is encouraging employers to grant up to three days of paid menstrual leave per month to female employees, as part of a broader...

Bangkok Ranked Among Most Fraudulent Cities for Car Services

Bangkok has been named one of the world’s four most fraudulent cities for car-related services, including taxis, tuk-tuks, and rental vehicles. According to a report...

Bangkok Gears Up for Pride Parade at Bangkok Pride Festival 2025

Bangkok is set to host the three-day Bangkok Pride Festival 2025 from 30 May to 1 June, transforming Rama I Road into what organizers...