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  1. News

    1. Thailand News

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      Thailand News in English covering national and regional stories from across the kingdom. Get breaking news, politics, business, crime, tourism, and local updates as they happen, with clear reporting and timely analysis from every region of Thailand.

      • 59,188 visits to this link
      richard_smith237
      Thai Businessman Recovers Nearly 400,000 Baht Stolen During Flight
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      Bredbury Blue
      Possible Thousand-Year-Old Temple Ruins Located on Lake Island
      Bredbury Blue,

    2. Thailand News - Discussion

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      Latest Thailand news discussion, your trusted source for Thailand News in English – daily headlines on politics, crime, business & society. Have your Say !

      • 4,365,875 posts
      Nemises
      Australian Arrested at Bangkok Airport Over Pattaya Murder
      Nemises,
      richard_smith237
      Rayong Orders Tighter Safety for Pet Lion
      richard_smith237,

    3. World News

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      All the latest world news headlines and stories from around the world brought to you daily

      • 25,177 visits to this link
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    4. World News - Discussion

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      World News Discussion Forum for expats & travellers to discuss global headlines and world events.

      • 1,923,871 posts
      SunnyinBangrak
      The In-Your-Face Corruption Is Real
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      spidermike007
      Is Trump diminishing American influence with his policies?
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      • 47,879 visits to this link

  2. Thailand's Most Popular Forums

    1. Thailand Visa and Immigration Forum

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      Thailand visas: tourist, retirement, education, marriage, TM30, 90-day, extensions and more

      • 1,467,422 posts
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      tanner
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      DrJack54
      Anyone any recent experience doing a visa run to Vientiane (June 2026)
      DrJack54,

    2. Thailand Travel

      Thailand Travel forum for tourists, expats, and travellers exploring Thailands hidden gems and must-see destinations.

      • 239,612 posts
      Ralf001
      Gotogate - are they reliable?
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      jas007
      AGODA (again)
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    3. ASEAN NOW Community Pub

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      Join members, travellers, nomads & expats in the Community Pub. Less rules more chat, banter and talk about life in Thailand or just listen to the gossip.

      • 1,867,897 posts
      GammaGlobulin
      Thai Forks Flimsy & Thai Meat Tough: Can you explain this oddity?
      GammaGlobulin,
      DonniePeverley
      Welcome the refugees
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  3. Regional Community Forums

    1. Northern Thailand Forum

      Northern Thailand, including the cultural gems of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, as well as the Isaan area.

      • 1,036,772 posts
      earlinclaifornia
      Places to EAT around Chiang Mai - reviews and discussion
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      Joel Barlow
      Cobra Joe
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    2. Central Thailand Forum

      Discover Bangkok: Thailand’s cultural and economic heart with landmarks and food.

      • 568,326 posts
      JAG
      Luggage Repair- Wheel Replacement?
      JAG,
      msbkk
      New MRT cards for foreigners?
      msbkk,

    3. Eastern Thailand Forum

      Eastern Seaboard and the city of Pattaya, is famous for its stunning beaches, lively nightlife, and diverse recreational activities. 

      • 1,147,244 posts
      Keeps
      Cafe Pitini closing on June 28
      Keeps,
      emptypockets
      What Happened to dogs Control in Jomtien?
      emptypockets,

    4. Southern Thailand Forum

      Explore Thailand’s islands: Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Krabi, Phuket.

      • 862,137 posts
      PoorSucker
      June 29th, Power cut Chaweng Beach, Centara-area from 9am to 16pm
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      danfoss5000
      Krabi Builders
      danfoss5000,

    5. Western Thailand Forum

      Known for their relaxed atmosphere, these coastal towns offer a perfect escape with beautiful beaches and golf courses.

      • 74,154 posts
      gomangosteen
      World Cup 2026 Has anyone seen a live game on TV yet?
      gomangosteen,
      novacova
      Criminal lawyer recommended
      novacova,

  4. Thailand Life - Community Forums

    1. Thailand General Chat

      Thailand Forum for expats & visitors to discuss culture, life, and daily tips and experiences.

      • 1,699,676 posts
      rumak
      Technology, Data Centers, and Life without Parole
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      gamb00ler
      Dissolving Illusions > Disease, Vaccines, and the Forgotten History
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    2. The Marketplace

      Asean Now Marketplace is the ideal space to Sell your items.

      Free Membership * Free Listing * NO FEES * Link to your wbesite

       

       

      • 1 post
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      Welcome to the Asean Now Marketplace
      CharlieH,

    3. Thailand Cannabis Forum

      Discuss all things related to Cannabis - from legislation to medicinal marijuana in Thailand. 

      LEGISLATION CHANGES IN THAILAND - MEDICINAL USE ONLY!

      • 14,051 posts
      BilllyGOAT
      Latest Crackdowns on Vendors
      BilllyGOAT,
      rice555
      Thailand Seedbanks
      rice555,

    4. Health and Medicine

      Thailand Health Forum for expats, locals & travellers sharing medical experience and help

      • 396,175 posts
      rumak
      COVID Shots Tied to Lower Risks of Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events
      rumak,
      unblocktheplanet
      Average cost of in-patient operations RECENTLY paid in hospitals
      unblocktheplanet,

    5. Food in Thailand

      Thailand Food Forum for cuisine lovers, expats & street food enthusiasts.

      • 99,610 posts
      Keeps
      What are you having for Dinner tonight?
      Keeps,
      Ralf001
      What are you Snacking on now?
      Ralf001,

    6. Property & Finance

      Thailand Property & Finance Forum for expats and anyone managing money or property.

      • 695,225 posts
      advancebooking
      Do I have to pay tax when selling bitcoin in Thailand?
      advancebooking,
      oldcpu
      opening a broker account in thailand for worldwide shares
      oldcpu,

    7. Home Improvements & Energy

      Home improvements, DIY, Electrical installation, and alternative energy systems.

      • 173,512 posts
      FlorC
      Building a house in Thailand (Rides 4 Kickz)
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      KhunLA
      Filter paper for LG Inverter AC
      KhunLA,

    8. Insurance in Thailand

      Thailand Insurance Forum: health, travel, car & property coverage

      AA Insurance Brokers - schedule a call with an expert today.

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      • 25,337 posts
      CharlieH
      Is your Thai health insurance renewal due a co-payment?
      CharlieH,
      topt
      Is your Thai health insurance renewal hiding a co-payment?
      topt,

    9. Thailand Motor Forum

      Cars, motorcycles, law, traffic rules, driver's licenses, routes, all things petrol, diesel, and EV

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      • 610,067 posts
      JBChiangRai
      Electric Vehicles in Thailand
      JBChiangRai,
      DodgerRodger
      International Driving Permits for Long-Term Car Rental – Issues?
      DodgerRodger,

    10. Internet, Computers, Communication, Technology

      • 534,771 posts
      david brennan
      Linux Mint on old Macbook
      david brennan,
      scorecard
      VPNs not working in thailand last 9 days ????
      scorecard,

    11. More Community Forums

      • 437,154 posts
      ripstanley
      Australian-rules-football-afl-chatting-tipping-and-news
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      StreetCowboy
      Photo-story - Where my bike’s been
      StreetCowboy,

  5. From the World

    1. Home Country Forum

      Pensions, regulations, and laws from Home countries that affect expats living in Thailand. 

      • 115,291 posts
      emptypockets
      Australia - The Lucky Country - On borrowed money.
      emptypockets,
      cusanus
      2026 SSA 7162 Proof of Life & Other SSA Matters
      cusanus,

    2. Other ASEAN Countries

      News, Visa Information and General Chat from Phillipnes,Cambodia,Vietnam,Myanmar  and other Asean countries.

      • 100,417 posts
      fredwiggy
      Cambodia jails US teacher 10 years for child abuse
      fredwiggy,
      Scouse123
      Cambodia court upholds 14‑year treason verdict for journalists
      Scouse123,

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    3. Forum Support Desk

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      • 59,977 posts
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      Notifications on AN
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      wil iam not
      Looking at comment made on my posts (little bell at top left)
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