https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenGiles was prescientThu, 21 May 2026 03:39:23 +0000Its not a, holiday. Why would CW be closedThu, 21 May 2026 03:38:19 +0000Short answer - No, not sure what day you think it is? https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/thailand/2026Thu, 21 May 2026 03:38:08 +0000Thu, 21 May 2026 03:37:58 +0000This TUM study isn't actually telling us anything new; it just provides updated satellite data on a problem we've recognized for decades. I attended a World Bank summit on this exact topic in Bangkok in 2010, where regional centers were explicitly warned that Asian mega-cities faced the highest risk from sea level rise. Bangkok's situation is especially problematic as the city is built entirely on the soft, highly compressible alluvial clay deposits of the Chao Phraya River basin. Compounding this, the sheer structural load of all the buildings and expanding transport infrastructure physically compacts that soft soil. Although not as serious a problem as in the past, continued groundwater extraction as to the problem by causing the land above to collapse inward. The 8.5mm per year sinking rate highlighted in the study is a measurable, physical reality, and the city is becoming more relient on an increasingly stressed network of Chao Phraya levee banks, flood gates, pumping stations to stay dry.Thu, 21 May 2026 03:37:40 +0000Then he should behave like one.Thu, 21 May 2026 03:36:20 +0000But Trump is a really good builder. He says so: “I’m a really good builder,” he said. “The thing I do best in life is build.” https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/world/north-america/i-m-a-really-good-builder-trump-in-his-happy-place-as-he-shows-off-his-white-house-ballroom-dream-20260520-p5zyxb.htmlThu, 21 May 2026 03:36:15 +0000Thu, 21 May 2026 03:36:11 +0000Strange to post an abuse case that happened decades ago as proof it's still happening.Thu, 21 May 2026 03:35:25 +0000Another reminder that “holiday mode” in Thailand can go south very quickly. Mystery white powder and a dead 27-year-old tourist is about as tragic and avoidable as it gets.Thu, 21 May 2026 03:34:14 +0000It is the customs who decide if its illegal or not, not the airline luggage service,Thu, 21 May 2026 03:34:06 +0000One more! It happens almost daily in Pattaya and Phuket nowadays.Thu, 21 May 2026 03:33:47 +0000And actually you don't need any insurance. Place the case into yellow press and trash TV and the money is coming like manna from heaven (sarcasm out)Thu, 21 May 2026 03:33:31 +0000Hi Johnny. You can’t handle your own argument and have to bring me in to shifts the conversation. Own up to your lack of understanding of the word racism.Thu, 21 May 2026 03:32:56 +0000Could be the case. What could also be the case is it's an illegal item. Yet another completely absurd law in Thailand.Thu, 21 May 2026 03:32:50 +0000The insurance company would probably find an excuse not to pay anyhow. Alcohol, drugs, recklessness or something else. My friend fell off a balcony from the 32nd floor of a hotel, his life insurance company didn't pay anything to his widow as he was slightly drunk at the time of the accident.Thu, 21 May 2026 03:32:03 +0000Quick question. He is in hospital accruing a hefty bill. What happens if he can't pay?Thu, 21 May 2026 03:31:54 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/australian-tourist-found-dead-in-phuket-condo-r1908/An Australian tourist was found dead inside a condominium in Phuket, with police discovering a plate containing white powder near the body. The incident was reported at around 7.30pm on May 20, 2026, at a condominium in Karon subdistrict, Mueang district, Phuket. Get today's headlines by email Police from Karon Police Station, led by Pol Lt Col Ekasak Khwanwan, deputy investigation inspector, attended the scene after receiving a report of a death inside the property. Officers informed Pol Col Patapee Srichai, superintendent of Karon Police Station, before carrying out an inspection of the room. The deceased was later identified by authorities as Christopher Kazantzidis, 27, an Australian national. His body was found lying on the floor inside the condominium room. Condominium staff told investigators they had last seen the tourist at approximately 12.20am on May 19, 2026. Staff later became suspicious and contacted the condominium owner to open the room, where Mr Kazantzidis was discovered dead before police were alerted. Initial checks at the scene found a plate containing white powder placed on a table close to the body. Police said there were no signs of a struggle or any physical assault. Forensic officers were called to collect evidence from the room, while forensic doctors from Vachira Phuket Hospital will carry out a post-mortem examination. Authorities said the white powder would be sent for laboratory testing as part of the investigation. Police have not confirmed the cause of death and said further examination and forensic analysis are required. Officers are also coordinating with the Australian embassy regarding the death and the next steps. Amarin reported that the case remains under investigation, with authorities expected to await toxicology and forensic results before determining the circumstances surrounding the incident. Pictures courtesy of Amarin Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 21 May 2026Thu, 21 May 2026 03:29:25 +0000An Australian tourist was found dead inside a condominium in Phuket, with police discovering a plate containing white powder near the body. The incident was reported at around 7.30pm on May 20, 2026, at a condominium in Karon subdistrict, Mueang district, Phuket. Get today's headlines by email Police from Karon Police Station, led by Pol Lt Col Ekasak Khwanwan, deputy investigation inspector, attended the scene after receiving a report of a death inside the property. Officers informed Pol Col Patapee Srichai, superintendent of Karon Police Station, before carrying out an inspection of the room. The deceased was later identified by authorities as Christopher Kazantzidis, 27, an Australian national. His body was found lying on the floor inside the condominium room. Condominium staff told investigators they had last seen the tourist at approximately 12.20am on May 19, 2026. Staff later became suspicious and contacted the condominium owner to open the room, where Mr Kazantzidis was discovered dead before police were alerted. Initial checks at the scene found a plate containing white powder placed on a table close to the body. Police said there were no signs of a struggle or any physical assault. Forensic officers were called to collect evidence from the room, while forensic doctors from Vachira Phuket Hospital will carry out a post-mortem examination. Authorities said the white powder would be sent for laboratory testing as part of the investigation. Police have not confirmed the cause of death and said further examination and forensic analysis are required. Officers are also coordinating with the Australian embassy regarding the death and the next steps. Amarin reported that the case remains under investigation, with authorities expected to await toxicology and forensic results before determining the circumstances surrounding the incident. Pictures courtesy of Amarin Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 21 May 2026 View full articleThu, 21 May 2026 03:29:25 +0000Thu, 21 May 2026 03:28:44 +0000The issue is most likely battery related and not vibrator use specific. Someone may have been over zealous in the interpretation of the prohibited checked baggage items. Koh Samui to Bangkok flight would be on Bangkok Airways. Bangkok Airways: Lithium-ion batteries are required to have power rating below 100 Wh (Watt hour), without indication to identify Wh rating, the uplift of such batteries will not be permitted. Perhaps the battery power rating was not identifiable.Thu, 21 May 2026 03:28:04 +0000Will CW office be open this coming Monday? I have tried contacting them many ways but couldn't get a hold or answer from someone yet. Thank you so muchThu, 21 May 2026 03:27:05 +0000Thu, 21 May 2026 03:26:06 +0000That's assuming she knows her dad, or he knows her.Thu, 21 May 2026 03:25:14 +0000Thu, 21 May 2026 03:24:43 +0000