Cargo Vessel Evacuated After Attack Near Hormuz

The transcription below provides news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia, hosted by Jay and Alex in the Good Morning Thailand program. The stories range from the Thai-flagged shipping vessel that was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, an Air India hard landing at Phuket airport disrupting runway operations, and a little later Don Mueang airport is getting ready automated passport screening to 24/7 service.

Cargo Vessel Evacuated After Attack Near Hormuz
A Thai-flagged cargo ship was abandoned after an attack near the Strait of Hormuz damaged the engine room and sparked a fire onboard. All 23 crew members were safely evacuated as officials investigate who carried out the strike.

Thailand Rolls Out Emergency Energy-Saving Orders
Thailand’s Cabinet has ordered many government agencies to work from home as part of emergency energy-saving measures linked to Middle East tensions. Offices that remain open must limit air-conditioning to 26°C and suspend most overseas trips for officials.

Hard Landing Disrupts Phuket Airport Operations
An Air India Express Boeing 737 Max 8 made a hard landing at Phuket International Airport, bursting a tyre and damaging the nose gear. The aircraft became stuck on the runway, forcing a temporary closure and disrupting multiple flights.

ICC Case Casts New Light on Duterte’s Drug War
A new opinion piece says Rodrigo Duterte’s case at the International Criminal Court could become a key moment of accountability for victims of the Philippines’ drug war. Judges are now deciding whether evidence linked to 49 alleged killings is strong enough for the case to proceed to trial.

Bangkok Rider Accused of Filming Beneath Vendor’s Skirt
A delivery rider in Bangkok has been accused of secretly filming under a vendor’s skirt while waiting for an order at a drinks shop. CCTV footage shared online sparked anger and renewed calls for women to report such incidents to police.

Temple Kiss Photo Sparks Debate in Phuket
A foreign couple drew backlash after posting a photo of themselves kissing in front of Chalong Temple in Phuket. The image triggered debate online about cultural etiquette, tourism behaviour, and respect at religious sites.

Don Mueang Expands Automated Passport Screening Around the Clock
Don Mueang International Airport has launched 24-hour automated passport screening to speed up outbound immigration checks. Officials plan to install 31 machines by April 2026 as part of efforts to reduce queues.

Songkran 2026 Toll Waiver Planned for Key Motorways
Thailand plans to waive motorway tolls for seven days during Songkran 2026 to ease holiday travel. The proposal covers major routes leaving Bangkok and aims to cut congestion, fuel use, and travel costs.