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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.

      • 59,718 visits to this link
      TedG
      Traveller Accused of Taping 70 Protected Tortoises to His Legs
      TedG,
      richard_smith237
      Thai Businessman Recovers Nearly 400,000 Baht Stolen During Flight
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    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 !

      • 4,366,265 posts
      NanLaew
      Thai Flight Attendant Held Over Heroin at Melbourne Airport
      NanLaew,
      FritsSikkink
      Australian Arrested at Bangkok Airport Over Pattaya Murder
      FritsSikkink,

    3. World News

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

      • 25,223 visits to this link
      CharlieH
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      CharlieH
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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.

      • 1,924,428 posts
      NanLaew
      British Woman Charged in Dubai Faces Firing Squad
      NanLaew,
      sqwakvfr
      Mancheste Airport Officer's Fury 'You Beat Me Then Played The Victim'
      sqwakvfr,

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      • 47,913 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

      • 1,467,449 posts
      ultramarine
      single entry tourist visa - 2 times
      ultramarine,
      Upnotover
      Ext of stay - 3 free PP pages enough?
      Upnotover,

    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?
      Ralf001,
      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.

      • 1,868,401 posts
      bunnydrops
      Is Thailand’s Declining Birth Rate Really a Big Problem?
      bunnydrops,
      dinsdale
      A Stick of DRAM, and Thou: When will prices return to normal?
      dinsdale,

  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
      earlinclaifornia,
      Joel Barlow
      Cobra Joe
      Joel Barlow,

    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. 

      • 1,147,286 posts
      jacko45k
      Hotel Areca opening date
      jacko45k,
      fredwiggy
      2ND Hand Motorbike
      fredwiggy,

    4. Southern Thailand Forum

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

      • 862,141 posts
      Agusts
      Airport Taxi and traffic
      Agusts,
      Agusts
      Late taxi FROM Patong
      Agusts,

    5. Western Thailand Forum

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

      • 74,157 posts
      Olmate
      Criminal lawyer recommended
      Olmate,
      save the frogs
      World Cup 2026 Has anyone seen a live game on TV yet?
      save the frogs,

  4. Thailand Life - Community Forums

    1. Thailand General Chat

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

      • 1,699,683 posts
      rattlesnake
      'Quiet' COVID deaths in 2025, hundreds in TH, thousands in U.S.
      rattlesnake,
      seajae
      Over hanging trees
      seajae,

    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
      CharlieH
      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

      • 396,193 posts
      GammaGlobulin
      Does working from home make you depressed?
      GammaGlobulin,
      Tourist2
      COVID Shots Tied to Lower Risks of Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events
      Tourist2,

    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.

      • 695,272 posts
      BenCrew
      Wise problems
      BenCrew,
      CallumWK
      Kasikorn Banking App can see other apps on my phone.
      CallumWK,

    7. Home Improvements & Energy

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

      • 173,520 posts
      Jaggg88
      Filter paper for LG Inverter AC
      Jaggg88,
      stubuzz
      Building costs
      stubuzz,

    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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      • 610,076 posts
      richard_smith237
      Electric Vehicles in Thailand
      richard_smith237,
      bkkryn
      How much does it cost to put second hand engine?
      bkkryn,

    10. Internet, Computers, Communication, Technology

      • 534,780 posts
      liddelljohn
      VPNs not working in thailand last 9 days ????
      liddelljohn,
      Andrew Dwyer
      Mixing up my album covers when syncing from MacBook to iPhone.
      Andrew Dwyer,

    11. More Community Forums

      • 437,156 posts
      GammaGlobulin
      Photo-story - Where my bike’s been
      GammaGlobulin,
      ripstanley
      Australian-rules-football-afl-chatting-tipping-and-news
      ripstanley,

  5. From the World

    1. Home Country Forum

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

      • 115,303 posts
      Mr Awesome
      Americans live longer in Democratic-held House districts
      Mr Awesome,
      Olmate
      Australia - The Lucky Country - On borrowed money.
      Olmate,

    2. Other ASEAN Countries

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

      • 100,444 posts
      SAFETY FIRST
      Cambodia jails US teacher 10 years for child abuse
      SAFETY FIRST,
      geovalin
      Malaysia sees shift in Myanmar stance
      geovalin,

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      • 59,980 posts
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      this forumis constipated with adverts
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      Notifications on AN
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