https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenWhat a silly question, back to where he came from b7efore they gave him an Austrian passportSun, 24 May 2026 21:42:21 +0000He said he lived there for 10 years lolSun, 24 May 2026 21:39:13 +0000Troll postSun, 24 May 2026 21:38:49 +0000Another shirtless yobbo manc, Jomtien is the pits when it comes to these scuddy dirty northerners from ex mill towns. No life at home, come here on education or DTV and cause problems with their angst and hate... dirty filthSun, 24 May 2026 21:38:12 +0000What the heck is that, specifically?Sun, 24 May 2026 21:37:44 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/turkish-man-dies-in-bang-phli-hotel-drug-case-r1970/A 24-year-old Turkish man died inside a hotel room in Bang Phli district, Samut Prakan, after suspected drug capsules concealed inside his body reportedly ruptured. Police discovered more than 50 capsule-like packages scattered across the room, including inside a black plastic bag stained with faeces. Get today's headlines by email The incident was reported to Phra Nakhon radio centre on May 23, 2026, after hotel staff found the foreign national dead inside a hotel in Racha Thewa subdistrict. Officers from Bang Kaew Police Station, together with Ruamkatanyu Foundation rescue workers and volunteers, attended the scene. The deceased, identified only as Mr Bapan, was found sitting against the edge of the bed. Authorities said there were no visible signs of assault or external injuries on the body. Investigators believe the man may have swallowed the suspicious packages in an attempt to avoid detection while travelling internationally. After arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport, he reportedly checked into the hotel during the early hours of May 22, 2026, allegedly intending to expel the capsules from his body. Police said complications are believed to have occurred internally, causing sudden cardiac arrest and leading to his death. The suspected packages were found both near the bathroom and inside the black bag, with traces of faecal matter visible at the scene. Authorities have collected all evidence and sent the suspicious substances for forensic examination to determine the exact type of material involved and whether the capsules contained illegal drugs. Investigators are also examining possible links to international drug smuggling operations and whether additional suspects may be connected to the case. The Daily News reported that the body has been transferred for a full post-mortem examination to confirm the precise cause of death and to test for residual substances in the body. Police are also coordinating with the Turkish embassy in Thailand to proceed with the necessary legal and consular procedures. Pictures courtesy of Daily News Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Dailynews 25 May 2026Sun, 24 May 2026 21:36:56 +0000A 24-year-old Turkish man died inside a hotel room in Bang Phli district, Samut Prakan, after suspected drug capsules concealed inside his body reportedly ruptured. Police discovered more than 50 capsule-like packages scattered across the room, including inside a black plastic bag stained with faeces. Get today's headlines by email The incident was reported to Phra Nakhon radio centre on May 23, 2026, after hotel staff found the foreign national dead inside a hotel in Racha Thewa subdistrict. Officers from Bang Kaew Police Station, together with Ruamkatanyu Foundation rescue workers and volunteers, attended the scene. The deceased, identified only as Mr Bapan, was found sitting against the edge of the bed. Authorities said there were no visible signs of assault or external injuries on the body. Investigators believe the man may have swallowed the suspicious packages in an attempt to avoid detection while travelling internationally. After arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport, he reportedly checked into the hotel during the early hours of May 22, 2026, allegedly intending to expel the capsules from his body. Police said complications are believed to have occurred internally, causing sudden cardiac arrest and leading to his death. The suspected packages were found both near the bathroom and inside the black bag, with traces of faecal matter visible at the scene. Authorities have collected all evidence and sent the suspicious substances for forensic examination to determine the exact type of material involved and whether the capsules contained illegal drugs. Investigators are also examining possible links to international drug smuggling operations and whether additional suspects may be connected to the case. The Daily News reported that the body has been transferred for a full post-mortem examination to confirm the precise cause of death and to test for residual substances in the body. Police are also coordinating with the Turkish embassy in Thailand to proceed with the necessary legal and consular procedures. Pictures courtesy of Daily News Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Dailynews 25 May 2026 View full articleSun, 24 May 2026 21:36:56 +0000One less super freak to be concerned about, and one less pathological member of the administration. See ya Tulsi!Sun, 24 May 2026 21:34:26 +0000Certainly to many of us it would appear that Trump does not care about inflation other than the fact that it may hurt his prospects during the midterms. This is just another reason why I advocate that the American people should never choose a billionaire as a leader. His insensitivity to the plight of the common man is rather notorious, and it sure says a lot about how dark his heart is. He just recently said that he doesn't really care how long it takes to resolve the situation in Iran, and I guess if I were a multi-billionaire and I were the leader of the "free world" maybe I wouldn't care either. Though I doubt I'm that pathological a super freak. The split between Wall Street and most U.S. households grew wider Friday as U.S. stocks rose to the finish of their eighth straight winning week, the best such streak since 2023. That’s even though a survey showed U.S. consumers are feeling even worse about the economy. The strength of the stock markets is coming even after a survey of U.S. consumers by the University of Michigan found sentiment fell to a record low, piercing below a bottom in 2022 when inflation peaked above 9%. Households are feeling worried about how bad inflation is now because of expensive oil created by the war with Iran. Worries about inflation have climbed so high that traders on Wall Street have eliminated bets that the Federal Reserve will resume its cuts to interest rates later this year. Lower rates would give the economy a boost, but they could also worsen inflation. https://www.mlive.com/news/2026/05/as-stock-market-rises-university-of-michigan-reports-consumer-sentiment-at-record-low.htmlSun, 24 May 2026 21:33:27 +0000Perhaps the USA and the UK could go one-on-one, with the winner taking everything.Sun, 24 May 2026 21:31:57 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/thailand-to-boost-regional-airport-routes-r1969/Thailand’s Transport Ministry is offering incentives to airlines to launch new domestic and international routes to airports in secondary cities in a bid to boost tourism and strengthen local economies. The measures include service fee reductions for new routes and a temporary 50% discount on aircraft parking charges at airports managed by the Department of Airports (DOA). Get today's headlines by email Deputy Transport Minister Phattrapong Phattraprasit said discussions had been held with the Airlines Association of Thailand to encourage more flights to regional airports, particularly in the North, Northeast and South. He said many of these airports already have the capacity to handle additional flights and passengers. The policy forms part of wider efforts to stimulate tourism in secondary cities and improve access to regional destinations. Authorities believe the incentives will lower operating costs for airlines while providing travellers with more direct route options and supporting regional grassroots economies through increased visitor spending. Phattrapong urged airlines to consider opening both domestic and international services, including scheduled and charter flights, to major and secondary-city destinations. He said the move would create more travel choices for passengers while stimulating the aviation sector. Danai Ruangsorn, Director-General of the DOA, said earlier measures introduced in 2025 had already encouraged airlines to expand services. Thai Lion Air launched the Don Mueang to Nakhon Phanom route, while Thai Vietjet Air opened the Suvarnabhumi to Nakhon Si Thammarat route. Thai AirAsia also added services from Suvarnabhumi to Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport, Buri Ram and Narathiwat, among other destinations. The DOA is now considering extending these incentives and introducing additional measures to support international routes. Authorities have also introduced support measures to reduce cost pressures on airlines linked to the conflict in the Middle East. From June 1 to November 30, airlines flying to and parking at DOA airports will receive a 50% discount on aircraft parking charges for six months. Talks have also been held with EZY Airline regarding plans to operate flights using 12-seat Cessna Caravan aircraft in 2026. Proposed services include the Suvarnabhumi to Hua Hin route beginning in June 2026, followed by Chiang Mai to Pai, Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son and Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok routes in July 2026. The Nation reported that at the same time, discussions were held with LTU ASIA Aviation Services, the representative of Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), over a planned Copenhagen to Krabi service. The airline is preparing to operate up to two flights per week during the Northern Winter Schedule 2026/27, with services expected to begin from December 9 onwards. Pictures courtesy of The Nation Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Nation 25 May 2026Sun, 24 May 2026 21:28:36 +0000Thailand’s Transport Ministry is offering incentives to airlines to launch new domestic and international routes to airports in secondary cities in a bid to boost tourism and strengthen local economies. The measures include service fee reductions for new routes and a temporary 50% discount on aircraft parking charges at airports managed by the Department of Airports (DOA). Get today's headlines by email Deputy Transport Minister Phattrapong Phattraprasit said discussions had been held with the Airlines Association of Thailand to encourage more flights to regional airports, particularly in the North, Northeast and South. He said many of these airports already have the capacity to handle additional flights and passengers. The policy forms part of wider efforts to stimulate tourism in secondary cities and improve access to regional destinations. Authorities believe the incentives will lower operating costs for airlines while providing travellers with more direct route options and supporting regional grassroots economies through increased visitor spending. Phattrapong urged airlines to consider opening both domestic and international services, including scheduled and charter flights, to major and secondary-city destinations. He said the move would create more travel choices for passengers while stimulating the aviation sector. Danai Ruangsorn, Director-General of the DOA, said earlier measures introduced in 2025 had already encouraged airlines to expand services. Thai Lion Air launched the Don Mueang to Nakhon Phanom route, while Thai Vietjet Air opened the Suvarnabhumi to Nakhon Si Thammarat route. Thai AirAsia also added services from Suvarnabhumi to Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport, Buri Ram and Narathiwat, among other destinations. The DOA is now considering extending these incentives and introducing additional measures to support international routes. Authorities have also introduced support measures to reduce cost pressures on airlines linked to the conflict in the Middle East. From June 1 to November 30, airlines flying to and parking at DOA airports will receive a 50% discount on aircraft parking charges for six months. Talks have also been held with EZY Airline regarding plans to operate flights using 12-seat Cessna Caravan aircraft in 2026. Proposed services include the Suvarnabhumi to Hua Hin route beginning in June 2026, followed by Chiang Mai to Pai, Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son and Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok routes in July 2026. The Nation reported that at the same time, discussions were held with LTU ASIA Aviation Services, the representative of Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), over a planned Copenhagen to Krabi service. The airline is preparing to operate up to two flights per week during the Northern Winter Schedule 2026/27, with services expected to begin from December 9 onwards. Pictures courtesy of The Nation Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Nation 25 May 2026 View full articleSun, 24 May 2026 21:28:36 +0000We did save you.Sun, 24 May 2026 21:28:14 +0000But, can you? Or, can you if you live in Thailand? Or, can you if you live in Asia? Check it out...... Then you will know.Sun, 24 May 2026 21:26:33 +0000No normal human being, let alone "president," would post such images. This is a global disgrace and is just one more reason why the rest of the world is looking on with disdain. The US used to be that "beacon on the hill," now it's become a sh*thole country.Sun, 24 May 2026 21:24:45 +0000Bring your Visa card and 10,000 baht in cash. You sound like you've never been to Thailand.Sun, 24 May 2026 21:23:59 +0000I see you still have not given up on informing those, who deny Israel´s atrocities. They KNOW what you say is true. They just try desperately to maintain their "forever victim" status, which is long gone. The have been creating their own alternate reality about that brave democracy which seeks nothing but peace but is surrounded by evil enemies who hate them for being so smart and resourceful, while in truth they hate Israel for decades of torture, murder, rape and land theft. Bassem Youssef described debating with them perfectly: "Your optical nerve is anti-Semitic" I love it. 🤣Sun, 24 May 2026 21:21:52 +0000Have you ever told your mother that she looks sexy in that dress?Sun, 24 May 2026 21:20:56 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/chinese-theft-suspect-arrested-in-bangkok-r1968/Thai immigration police arrested a 31-year-old Chinese national in Bangkok on May 23, 2026, following an international warrant issued by authorities in China. The suspect was detained during an operation in the Huai Khwang district after investigators tracked him to a hotel in the area. Get today's headlines by email Pol Col Parinya Klinkesorn, deputy commander and spokesperson for Immigration Bureau Division 3, said the operation was carried out under the direction of Maj Gen Songprod Sirisukha, commander of Immigration Bureau Division 3, together with senior officers Pol Col Decho Sosuwannakul, Pol Col Chinawut Tangwonglert and Pol Col Suriya Puangsombat. The investigation team from Immigration Bureau Division 3, led by Pol Lt Col Ithithorn Prasertsak, launched the operation after receiving information that the suspect had entered Thailand and was hiding in Bangkok. Authorities identified the suspect as Mr. Wang, a Chinese citizen wanted by police in Nanjing on charges related to joint theft. According to investigators, he entered Thailand through Suvarnabhumi Airport using a 60-day visa exemption, before checking into a hotel in Huai Khwang. Immigration officers inspected the suspect’s passport and biometric records and confirmed that the details matched information contained in the Chinese arrest warrant database. Police then took him into custody for further legal action. Following the arrest, officers from Immigration Bureau Division 3 revoked the suspect’s permission to remain in Thailand under the Immigration Act BE 2522. Authorities said he was informed of his legal rights and appeal procedures through a Chinese interpreter. The suspect was later transferred to Division 3 of the Immigration Bureau Investigation Division for deportation proceedings and coordination with Chinese authorities regarding his return to China. Thai immigration police said the operation formed part of ongoing efforts to suppress transnational crime and prevent foreign fugitives from using Thailand as a safe haven. Picture courtesy of ฉลาม นิวส์ Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now ฉลาม นิวส์ 25 May 2026Sun, 24 May 2026 21:20:54 +0000Thai immigration police arrested a 31-year-old Chinese national in Bangkok on May 23, 2026, following an international warrant issued by authorities in China. The suspect was detained during an operation in the Huai Khwang district after investigators tracked him to a hotel in the area. Get today's headlines by email Pol Col Parinya Klinkesorn, deputy commander and spokesperson for Immigration Bureau Division 3, said the operation was carried out under the direction of Maj Gen Songprod Sirisukha, commander of Immigration Bureau Division 3, together with senior officers Pol Col Decho Sosuwannakul, Pol Col Chinawut Tangwonglert and Pol Col Suriya Puangsombat. The investigation team from Immigration Bureau Division 3, led by Pol Lt Col Ithithorn Prasertsak, launched the operation after receiving information that the suspect had entered Thailand and was hiding in Bangkok. Authorities identified the suspect as Mr. Wang, a Chinese citizen wanted by police in Nanjing on charges related to joint theft. According to investigators, he entered Thailand through Suvarnabhumi Airport using a 60-day visa exemption, before checking into a hotel in Huai Khwang. Immigration officers inspected the suspect’s passport and biometric records and confirmed that the details matched information contained in the Chinese arrest warrant database. Police then took him into custody for further legal action. Following the arrest, officers from Immigration Bureau Division 3 revoked the suspect’s permission to remain in Thailand under the Immigration Act BE 2522. Authorities said he was informed of his legal rights and appeal procedures through a Chinese interpreter. The suspect was later transferred to Division 3 of the Immigration Bureau Investigation Division for deportation proceedings and coordination with Chinese authorities regarding his return to China. Thai immigration police said the operation formed part of ongoing efforts to suppress transnational crime and prevent foreign fugitives from using Thailand as a safe haven. Picture courtesy of ฉลาม นิวส์ Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now ฉลาม นิวส์ 25 May 2026 View full articleSun, 24 May 2026 21:20:54 +0000Russia is in its death throes.Sun, 24 May 2026 21:16:25 +0000Do you see the ambiguity? There really should be a one-to-one mapping between a symbol and a meaning. You cannot get along in this world if you have one symbol which means many varied things. Or, can you?Sun, 24 May 2026 21:13:09 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/sihasak-warns-cambodia-at-un-talks-in-new-york-r1967/Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Sihasak Phuangketkeow, has warned Cambodia against using international forums to criticise Thailand, saying the move could damage efforts by both countries to rebuild trust and improve bilateral relations. Get today's headlines by email Speaking on Sunday, May 24, after completing an official visit to France with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, Sihasak said he would travel to New York at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to attend a special meeting of the United Nations Security Council, currently chaired by China. Sihasak said he had recently held talks with Cambodia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Prak Sokhonn, following discussions between Anutin and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet during the ASEAN Summit in Cebu, Philippines, on May 7. According to Sihasak, both leaders had agreed to improve relations, create a more constructive atmosphere and rebuild mutual trust as a basis for addressing longstanding issues, including land and maritime boundary disputes. However, Sihasak expressed concern over Cambodia’s recent actions at the United Nations. He said Keo Chhea, Cambodia’s ambassador and permanent representative to the UN in New York, had used the May 21 UNSC open debate on the “Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict” to raise bilateral disputes and criticise Thailand. He said the Cambodian representative accused Thailand of encroaching on Cambodian territory and referred to the impact of the conflict. Sihasak stated that such remarks contradicted the joint statement signed on December 28, 2025, in which both countries agreed to resolve disputes through internal dialogue and avoid escalating issues on international platforms. “We need to speak to each other sincerely and Thailand has come with that approach because the leaders have already spoken. It should not be a case of saying one thing and doing another,” Sihasak said. Sihasak also reiterated Thailand’s position on maritime boundary negotiations. He said Thailand had already cancelled the 2001 memorandum of understanding on overlapping maritime claims between Thailand and Cambodia, commonly known as MOU 44. He added that, as both countries are parties to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, future discussions should first proceed under the UNCLOS framework. If no agreement is reached, other international mechanisms, including compulsory or voluntary conciliation, could later be considered. The Nation reported that Sihasak warned that continued criticism by Cambodia on the international stage could undermine the understanding reached by both leaders in Cebu. He said this would negatively affect efforts to improve relations and resolve disputes, adding that future progress now depended entirely on Cambodia. Picture courtesy of The Nation Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Nation 25 May 2026Sun, 24 May 2026 21:12:20 +0000Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Sihasak Phuangketkeow, has warned Cambodia against using international forums to criticise Thailand, saying the move could damage efforts by both countries to rebuild trust and improve bilateral relations. Get today's headlines by email Speaking on Sunday, May 24, after completing an official visit to France with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, Sihasak said he would travel to New York at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to attend a special meeting of the United Nations Security Council, currently chaired by China. Sihasak said he had recently held talks with Cambodia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Prak Sokhonn, following discussions between Anutin and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet during the ASEAN Summit in Cebu, Philippines, on May 7. According to Sihasak, both leaders had agreed to improve relations, create a more constructive atmosphere and rebuild mutual trust as a basis for addressing longstanding issues, including land and maritime boundary disputes. However, Sihasak expressed concern over Cambodia’s recent actions at the United Nations. He said Keo Chhea, Cambodia’s ambassador and permanent representative to the UN in New York, had used the May 21 UNSC open debate on the “Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict” to raise bilateral disputes and criticise Thailand. He said the Cambodian representative accused Thailand of encroaching on Cambodian territory and referred to the impact of the conflict. Sihasak stated that such remarks contradicted the joint statement signed on December 28, 2025, in which both countries agreed to resolve disputes through internal dialogue and avoid escalating issues on international platforms. “We need to speak to each other sincerely and Thailand has come with that approach because the leaders have already spoken. It should not be a case of saying one thing and doing another,” Sihasak said. Sihasak also reiterated Thailand’s position on maritime boundary negotiations. He said Thailand had already cancelled the 2001 memorandum of understanding on overlapping maritime claims between Thailand and Cambodia, commonly known as MOU 44. He added that, as both countries are parties to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, future discussions should first proceed under the UNCLOS framework. If no agreement is reached, other international mechanisms, including compulsory or voluntary conciliation, could later be considered. The Nation reported that Sihasak warned that continued criticism by Cambodia on the international stage could undermine the understanding reached by both leaders in Cebu. He said this would negatively affect efforts to improve relations and resolve disputes, adding that future progress now depended entirely on Cambodia. Picture courtesy of The Nation Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Nation 25 May 2026 View full articleSun, 24 May 2026 21:12:20 +0000China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft carrying three astronauts to its Tiangong space station, with one crew member expected to remain in orbit for up to a year in one of the country's longest planned human spaceflight missions on Sunday according to state media reports. Get today's headlines by email Commander Zhu Yangzhu leads the mission alongside Zhang Zhiyuan and Lai Ka-ying, also identified by authorities as Li Jiaying. Lai, born and raised in Hong Kong, holds a doctorate in computer forensics and becomes the first astronaut from the city to participate in a space mission. She is also described by state media as China's fourth female astronaut to go into space in space. Crew and extended missionThe crew is expected to carry out dozens of science and application projects while in orbit. They will also take part in an in-orbit rotation with the crew of Shenzhou 21, who have been aboard the Tiangong space station for more than 200 days. Station operations and rotationThe Shenzhou 21 mission included China's youngest astronaut and carried four mice, marking the first live mammals sent on a Chinese space mission since the programme began during their time in orbit at Tiangong station state media said according to state media reports. Space programme contextChina is expanding its space programme as it prepares for a first crewed lunar landing by 2030. The United States is seen as its main rival in space, with NASA targeting a lunar landing in 2028. China was effectively excluded from the International Space Station on US national security concerns, prompting development of its own Tiangong station, which first hosted a crew in 2021. In previous missions, an emergency Shenzhou flight returned astronauts who had been stranded after a spacecraft was damaged. A separate incident saw astronauts delayed for nine days when the window of their return spacecraft was damaged. They ultimately returned on Shenzhou 21 after its crew arrived at the station, while Shenzhou 20 was later deemed unsafe to carry astronauts as the programme continues to develop in the future according to official reports. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 25 May 2026 View full articleSun, 24 May 2026 21:10:17 +0000