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ASEAN foreign ministers will meet with Myanmar's top diplomat in Bangkok to discuss the country's civil war and re-engagement with the bloc after five years of exclusion following the 2021 coup. The Philippines, as ASEAN chair, will lead the first in-person meeting with Myanmar's foreign minister since the coup.

A rogue squirrel briefly took over Meta's office in Bangkok after arriving in a package, injuring an employee before being captured.

ASEAN military observers have visited the Thai-Cambodian border to assess damage and document claims as Bangkok and Phnom Penh continue to accuse each other of violating a ceasefire. The delegation toured contested areas and listened to competing narratives following last year’s clashes, which resulted in over 100 military casualties.

A 21-year-old British woman has been arrested in Thailand after allegedly stabbing her 34-year-old boyfriend to death. The man's body was found in a luxury rental home in Pattaya, a region near Bangkok with a large expat population, and he operated a cannabis farm.

The article explores the dangerous work of volunteer ambulance crews in Bangkok, who race to accident scenes to save lives, raising questions about the risks they face.

At least 8 people were killed in a crash involving a pickup truck driven by a child in Thailand. The incident was reported by officials and the Associated Press.

Erasmo Guerra and his partner moved from New York to Bangkok due to higher affordability, kindness, and safety concerns in Manhattan. They now live in a Bangkok apartment under Thailand's remote worker visa, enjoying lower costs and community warmth.

An Australian man, Simon Peter Carman, was charged with murder and body concealment in Thailand after a 17-year-old girl was found dead in a suitcase linked to him. Security footage showed him entering a Pattaya condominium with the girl and later leaving alone with a suitcase, which was discovered after his arrest at a Bangkok airport.

Bangkok residents voted for governor and 50 council members, with Chadchart Sittipunt leading the polls amid challenges like floods, traffic, and pollution. Over 4.5 million voters were eligible for the election.

Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt, nicknamed 'The Hulk' for his muscular frame and running passion, is campaigning for a second term. He is actively canvassing in working-class canalside communities ahead of the election.

Bangkok’s patchwork rail system, including the BTS Skytrain, is set for an overhaul under a new plan. The article highlights the existing infrastructure and the proposed changes.

Hydroponic weed worth ₹4.83 crore was seized at Delhi airport when a passenger arriving from Bangkok on Air India flight AI 2335 was intercepted after crossing the Green Channel based on profiling. The passenger was arrested following the interception.

Andrew Corona moved from the US to Bangkok in 2025 and continues working US hours, finding the overnight schedule more relaxing. He and his fiancée pay $2,500 in rent for a two-bedroom condo in Thonglor, a Bangkok neighborhood, motivated by remote work opportunities and lifestyle changes.

Thousands of people are mourning a Thai princess as her body is transported to lie in state in Bangkok. The event marks a significant moment of public remembrance for the royal figure.

Thai King's eldest daughter Princess Bajrakitiyabha died at 47. The article mentions her meeting supporters in Bangkok, Thailand, in November 2020.

Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, eldest child of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn, died at 47 after nearly four years in a coma due to health complications. She was hospitalized in December 2022 following a heart condition that caused sudden loss of consciousness during a visit to Nakhon Ratchasima province and was later transferred to Bangkok for treatment.

Two Uyghur men were sentenced to death for planting a bomb at the Erawan Shrine in Bangkok in 2015. They were convicted of murder and plan to appeal the death sentence.

A court in Thailand has sentenced two Uyghur men to death for a 2015 bombing at Bangkok's Erawan shrine. The attack resulted in 20 deaths.

A Thai court sentenced two men to death for the 2015 Bangkok bombing at Erawan Shrine, which killed 20 people and injured over 100. The attack occurred in Bangkok's commercial area.

A Thai court sentenced two ethnic Chinese Uygur men, Bilal Mohammed and Yusufu Mieraili, to death for the 2015 bombing of Bangkok’s Erawan shrine, which killed 20 people, including tourists from China, Malaysia, and Singapore. The attack occurred during rush hour on August 17, 2015, and the men were arrested following a manhunt.

Egisto Ott, an Austrian intelligence officer, was found to have spied for Russia while working for Austria's Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution and Counterterrorism. The case reinforces Vienna's reputation as a spy capital, surpassing Hong Kong and Bangkok.

Gulf Air's 'Apex Suite' business class on its Boeing 787 offers competitive comfort and aisle access at a lower price than Emirates and Qatar Airways. A recent flight from Dubai to Bangkok via Bahrain cost $2,044, significantly cheaper than comparable fares from its rivals, with positive feedback on privacy, seating layout, and the 'Falcon Gold Lounge' in Bahrain.

A blast at a building in Myanmar storing mining explosives has killed over 45 people, according to rescuers. The incident was reported by the AP news agency from Bangkok.

ARIQO made its debut in Bangkok at the SEABW event, co-hosted by Canton Foundation, Toss, and BitGo. The company announced a token launch planned for the second half of 2026, drawing significant industry attention.

Thailand has rolled back its welcome for most foreign tourists, with tourists currently in Bangkok. This move affects tourism in the country. The exact reasons and implications are not specified.

A freight train collided with a bus in Bangkok, resulting in eight fatalities and dozens of injuries. The driver of the crashed train tested positive for drugs, according to Thai police. The incident occurred in Bangkok, Thailand.

A freight train collided with a bus in Bangkok, resulting in eight fatalities and injuring dozens of others. The driver of the crashed train tested positive for drugs, according to Thai police. The incident occurred in Bangkok, Thailand.

Thailand plans to reduce 7,000 business rules to attract foreign investment, with luxury hotels betting on a government plan to lure high-spending tourists. The plan aims to cushion the devastation wrought on the travel industry amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Thailand hopes to revive its economy through this initiative.

A train crash occurred near an airport rail link station in Bangkok, Thailand, resulting in 8 deaths. The incident happened on May 16 and a train driver has been charged. Investigators are examining the site of the crash.

A devastating railway accident in Bangkok, Thailand killed at least eight people, raising questions about rail safety, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the accident. The incident has sparked concerns over the safety measures in place. At least eight people lost their lives in this tragic event.

A freight train collided with a bus in Bangkok, resulting in eight fatalities and over 30 injuries. The accident occurred when the train struck the bus at full speed. The incident has raised concerns about transportation safety in the city.

A freight train collided with a bus at a rail crossing in Bangkok, killing at least eight people and injuring 32 others. The accident occurred near Makkasan station and involved cars and motorcycles. A fire broke out after the collision.

A freight train crashed into a public bus in Bangkok, Thailand, resulting in at least eight fatalities. The incident occurred in the city of Bangkok and involved a public transportation vehicle. The cause of the crash is not specified in the report.

A cargo train crashed into a public bus at a Bangkok rail crossing, killing at least eight people and injuring over 20. The crash occurred near an airport rail link station in the central area of Bangkok. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.

A freight train and bus collision in Bangkok resulted in a fire that engulfed the bus, killing at least eight people. The incident occurred in the city of Bangkok. Police and rescue officials are involved in the response.

A train crashed into a public bus in Bangkok's city centre, killing at least eight people and injuring 25 others. The accident occurred near an airport rail link station. Thai media reported the incident.

Thailand's central bank has maintained its key interest rate to stabilize the economy amid rising oil prices. The decision aims to mitigate the impact of the oil shock on fuel costs and consumer spending, with petrol stations in Bangkok showing heightened activity as motorcyclists refuel.

Sri Lankan police arrested 22 Buddhist monks after customs officials discovered 110kg of high-grade cannabis in their luggage at Colombo's main international airport. The group, primarily junior monks in training, allegedly concealed 5kg of the drug in false walls of their bags during a return trip from a Bangkok holiday.

Edge & Node announced at Money20/20 Asia that their Amp platform now supports Solana, enabling structured SQL querying of Solana's high-volume blockchain data. This addresses challenges like high-frequency slot production and gaps in block creation, offering real-time and historical data access for fintech, payment, and AI applications.

The Middle East conflict is negatively impacting the outlook for Thai banks, leading to declining profits. Siam Commercial Bank Pcl, a major Thai bank, is highlighted in the context of the economic challenges.