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Airport Rail Link Operations to Continue Beyond September 30
Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has confirmed that the Airport Rail Link will maintain its service schedule after September 30, as negotiations for a short-term extension are underway.
Matichon Online ·
Man Hospitalized After Dog Attack in Buriram
A 35-year-old man sustained serious injuries after being bitten by a dog in Buriram province, highlighting the risks of approaching unfamiliar animals.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Fatal Rockfall Incident on Thoen-Li Road in Lampang
A fatal accident occurred on September 8, 2026, when a rock fell onto a pickup truck on the Thoen-Li road in Lampang province.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
77-Year-Old Driver Fined and Vehicle Seized After Wrong-Way Incident on Vibhavadi Road
A 77-year-old woman was fined and had her Mercedes-Benz seized by police after driving against traffic for one kilometer on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Police Charge Driver After Wrong-Way Incident on Vibhavadi Road
Authorities have charged a woman for driving a Mercedes-Benz against traffic on Bangkok's Vibhavadi Road, with court proceedings pending.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Thai Cabinet Approves Third Cargo Warehouse at Suvarnabhumi Airport
The Thai Cabinet has approved a joint investment project for a third cargo warehouse at Suvarnabhumi Airport to boost regional aviation hub status.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
77-Year-Old Driver Faces Charges After Wrong-Way Incident on Vibhavadi Road
A 77-year-old woman has reported to police after a viral video captured her driving a white Mercedes against traffic on a major Bangkok thoroughfare.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
New Trang Rural Road Opens to Boost Agricultural Logistics
The Department of Rural Roads has officially opened the Tng. 4011 route in Trang province, aiming to improve transport efficiency for local agricultural products.
Thai Post ·
Thai Cabinet Approves AOTGA for Major Suvarnabhumi Airport Projects
The Thai Cabinet has officially selected AOTGA to lead two significant ground service and cargo projects at Suvarnabhumi Airport, aiming to bolster Thailand's status as a regional aviation hub.
Thai Post ·
Proposed 3% Budget Cut for Thailand's Ministry of Transport
Surachet Pra-ngam has called for a 3% reduction in the Ministry of Transport's budget, citing concerns over repetitive construction and maintenance projects.
Matichon Online ·
Thailand’s EV Charging Infrastructure Faces Growing Pains
As Thailand's electric vehicle market expands rapidly, the ratio of vehicles to public charging stations has increased, highlighting infrastructure challenges.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Man Seriously Injured in Incident at Phitsanulok Railway Station
A 31-year-old man sustained severe injuries after falling under a moving train at Phitsanulok Railway Station on September 8, 2026.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Red Line Commuter Train Updates Child Fare Policy
Starting September 13, 2026, the Red Line train system in Thailand will implement new fare regulations for children, offering free travel for those aged seven and under.
Prachachat Business ·
Sakon Nakhon Transport Operators Report Severe Business Downturn
Public transport operators in Sakon Nakhon are facing financial strain due to declining passenger numbers and rising fuel costs, prompting calls for government intervention.
Matichon Online ·
TSA Reintroduces Non-Ticketed Access to Airport Gates
The U.S. Transportation Security Administration has launched a pilot program allowing non-ticketed visitors to access airport gates for the first time since the 9/11 attacks.
Prachachat Business ·
Driver Accidentally Navigates Car onto Glasgow Pedestrian Bridge
A motorist in Glasgow, Scotland, mistakenly drove onto a pedestrian bridge, requiring a complex 10-minute maneuver to exit safely.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
New 'Road to ASEAN Zero Dropout 2030' Initiative Announced
Kanapoj Joesongnuan has introduced the 'Road to ASEAN Zero Dropout 2030' project, aiming to enhance educational flexibility and equality across the region.
Matichon Online ·
Airport Rail Link Operations to Continue Post-Contract Expiry
The EEC Secretary-General indicates that private operators will continue running the Airport Rail Link after the current contract ends on September 30.
Thai Post ·