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Similar levies have been introduced in destinations like Bali and Venice, sparking debate over whether such taxes truly benefit tourists or merely fill government coffers.

From Tigers to Giraffes: 5 Must-Visit Safaris and Zoos in Bangkok

Explore Bangkok’s top safaris and zoos! From tigers to giraffes, discover 5 must-visit wildlife spots for unforgettable adventures and family fun.

Thailand's former PM Thaksin Shinawatra sentenced to one-year imprisonment

Thailand's Supreme Court said he should serve prison time that he skipped while in hospital detention for previous convictions.

Top 10 Countries To Live And Work Abroad In 2025, According To Expats

Discover the top 10 countries to live and work abroad in 2025, ranked by expats in InterNations’ Expat Insider Report. From Panama’s tropical charm to Spain’s Mediterranean lifestyle, find your perfect new home abroad.

Thailand International Boat Show 2026 Returns to Phuket: Everything You Need to Know

Experience Phuket in luxury at the Thailand International Boat Show 2026! Explore superyachts, gourmet dining, eco-friendly marine innovations, and high-end lifestyle experiences from 15–18 January at Phuket Yacht Haven Marina.

From Cannabis crusader to PM: Anutin Charnvirakul’s long game pays off as he takes Thailand’s helm

The 58-year-old's rise has been decades in the making, starting with his entry into politics with the Thai Rak Thai party founded by Paetongtarn's billionaire father, Thaksin Shinawatra.

Veteran Thai politician Anutin Charnvirakul wins vote to become country's next PM

Anutin's elevation to office is set to be another major blow to the Shinawatra clan, which has been a mainstay of Thai politics for the past two decades.

Rare purple-and-white panda crabs found in Thailand’s Kaeng Krachan

The crabs are formally named in honour of Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. However, they are more commonly known as panda crabs.

Thailand to host Tomorrowland festival in 2026: All you need to know

Thailand will host Tomorrowland from 2026–2030, with the first edition in Dec 2026 at Wisdom Valley, Chonburi. Here’s all you need to know.

Thailand plans free domestic flights for international tourists: Here’s everything you need to know

Thailand is set to boost tourism with a government plan offering 200,000 free domestic flights, making travel easier and more affordable.

Thailand turning to Sri Lankan workers to cope with Cambodian exodus, official says

More than 30,000 workers from Sri Lanka have already registered and 10,000 will be sent to Thailand in the first stage, Labour Minister Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit told reporters

Thailand approves $600 million deal for Swedish fighter jets

A procurement committee began deliberations in August last year, concluding a 10-month review that favoured the Scandinavian-made jets over American F-16s

Cambodia and Thailand begin talks in Malaysia amid fragile ceasefire

The ceasefire, which came after five days of border clashes between Cambodia and Thailand, was reached at a meeting in Malaysia last Monday, with help from the United States and China also observing

Thailand, Cambodia plan border visits for diplomats as violence eases

The fighting began last week after a land mine explosion along the border wounded five Thai soldiers.

MEA lists 9 high-risk countries Indian citizens should avoid traveling to – Here’s why

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued a travel advisory listing nine high-risk countries—including Cambodia, Yemen, Myanmar, Iraq, Syria, Libya, Lebanon, Bangladesh, and Canada—urging Indian citizens to avoid non-essential travel due to geopolitical tensions, civil unrest, and rising security threats.

Thai army accuses Cambodia of breaking truce

Jets, rockets and artillery have killed at least 38 people since last Thursday and displaced nearly 300,000 more -- prompting intervention from US President Donald Trump over the weekend

Thailand and Cambodia agree to 'unconditional' ceasefire in Malaysia talks

The announcement came as the two countries discussed a ceasefire in their festering border dispute today, with the deadly skirmish dragging into a fifth day.

Gunman kills four in 'mass shooting' in Bangkok’s fresh food market

The suspect took his own life after the shooting and police were working to identify him

Thailand and Cambodia agree to Malaysian mediation, says Malaysian minister

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thai Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai are expected in Malaysia on Monday evening

India urges Cambodia, Thailand to prevent further escalation of hostilities after border clashes

Jaiswal also shared helpline numbers for Indians in both countries.

India Issues Travel Advisory as Cambodia-Thailand Border Clashes Escalate | UNSC Meets | N18G

As deadly clashes erupt along the Cambodia-Thailand border, India has issued a travel advisory urging citizens to avoid affected regions. The UN Security Council has convened an emergency session to address the crisis.

Thailand launches airstrikes on Cambodia as border clashes leave at least 14 dead | N18G

Thailand scrambled an F-16 fighter jet to bomb targets in Cambodia on Thursday after artillery volleys from both sides killed at least 11 civilians, as border tension boiled over into rare armed conflict between the Southeast Asian countries. Both blamed each other for starting a morning clash at a disputed area of the border, which quickly escalated from small arms fire to heavy shelling. Hostilities flared in at least six locations 209 km (130 miles) apart along a frontier where sovereignty has been disputed for more than a century.

Thailand-Cambodia Border Clash: Indian embassy issues travel advisory amid ongoing unrest

Indian Embassy in Thailand issues travel advisory as deadly border clashes erupt between Thai and Cambodian forces near conflict zones.

Cambodia-Thailand clashes: Cambodia's Hun Sen posts 'compromising' war map on Facebook, then deletes | See pics

Sen has also been a key player in the recent hostilities, with some analysts describing him as the driving force behind the conflict.

War over worship? Why Hindu temples are at the heart of Thailand-Cambodia conflict

Fighter jets, drones, artillery fire and evacuations have turned a long-standing territorial dispute into a military confrontation, placing sacred sites at the heart of a dangerous standoff.