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Thailand and New Zealand Sign Four Cooperation Declarations
The Thai and New Zealand Prime Ministers have signed four declarations to strengthen bilateral ties, with plans to potentially resume direct flights between Bangkok and Auckland by March 2027.
Matichon Online ·
Two Fatal Motorcycle Accidents Reported on Highway 331 in Chonburi
Two separate fatal motorcycle collisions involving 18-wheelers occurred on Highway 331 in Chonburi on the night of August 20, 2026.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
CP AXTRA Launches 'Happitat' Landmark on Bangna Road
A new 15-billion-baht mixed-use project, Happitat, has officially opened on Bangna Road, aiming to become a major destination for residents and visitors.
Matichon Online ·
Public Groups Urge Review of Double-Deck Expressway Project
Consumer advocates and community representatives have petitioned the Expressway Authority of Thailand to reconsider the Ngam Wong Wan – Rama 9 double-deck expressway project due to concerns over transparency and community impact.
Prachachat Business ·
Fatal Traffic Accident in Trat Province
A 60-year-old driver accidentally accelerated into a motorcycle, resulting in a fatality in Trat province on August 20, 2026.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Fatal Traffic Accident in Residential Area
A pickup truck collision in a residential area has resulted in the death of an 82-year-old bedridden woman.
Matichon Online ·
30-Year-Old Passenger Dies Following Long-Haul Flight
A 30-year-old Chinese woman died from a pulmonary embolism shortly after an 11-hour flight, highlighting the risks of prolonged immobility.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Thai Vietjet Launches ShopeePay Integration for Flight Bookings
Thai Vietjet has introduced ShopeePay as a new payment option for both domestic and international flight bookings.
Thai Post ·
Fatal Traffic Accident in Samut Sakhon Community
A pickup truck crashed into a residential home in Krathum Baen, resulting in one fatality and two injuries.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
SRT Electrified Train Co. Prepares to Take Over Airport Rail Link Operations
The operator of the Red Line is ready to manage the Airport Rail Link starting October 1, 2026, pending a final contract decision from the State Railway of Thailand.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Department of Highways Rushes to Clear Flood-Damaged Roads in Northern Thailand
The Department of Highways is working to restore 16 road sections across four provinces, with Nan province facing the most severe impact.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Highway Police Report Flooding Impacts Across Four Provinces
Thailand's Highway Police have issued an update on road conditions across four provinces affected by flooding, noting that half of the monitored locations are currently impassable.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Airports of Thailand Evaluates Potential Return of Arrival Duty-Free Shops
Airports of Thailand (AOT) is currently reviewing three operational models for arrival duty-free shops, awaiting a final decision from the Ministry of Finance.
Matichon Online ·
Nighttime Gatherings Reported Near Rangsit Railway Station
Social media reports highlight groups of women gathering along the roadside in the Rattanagosin 200 Years Village area, prompting local interest.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Four Workers Killed in Train Accident at Tobu Nikko Line
A tragic accident involving a Spacia X2 express train in Kanuma, Tochigi Prefecture, has resulted in the deaths of four maintenance workers.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Scoot Expands China Network with New Guiyang Route
Budget airline Scoot, a subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, is launching a new direct flight service to Guiyang, China, starting October 26, 2026.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
State Railway of Thailand Implements 24-Hour Flood Monitoring
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has activated proactive measures to monitor rail infrastructure around the clock due to heavy rainfall and flash flood risks.
Thai Post ·
Four Workers Killed in Japanese Express Train Accident
A tragic accident involving a Japanese express train has resulted in the deaths of four maintenance workers.
Matichon Online ·
