- Business News
Malaysia bans Thai shrimp over seabass dispute, 4 billion baht at risk
Malaysia’s ban on Thai shrimp imports took effect on June 1, targeting five species and putting more than 4 billion baht in annual export revenue at immediate risk. The measure is a direct response to Thailand’s own import restrictions on Malaysian seabass, and it has already disrupted trade on both sides of the border. What Malaysia has banned and why…
- Things To Do
5 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (May 29 to 31)
Bangkok has one of its most varied weekends in a while. Pride will take over the city centre on Sunday, Bangna is getting a greener and more relaxed kind of festival, anime fans have a full weekend at QSNCC, Laufey is bringing her first full solo concert in Thailand to IMPACT Arena, and Habito Mall has an easy community stop…
- Property
Best real estate agencies and platforms in Phuket
Phuket’s property market has grown into one of Southeast Asia’s most active destinations for foreign buyers, retirees, and expats looking to invest, relocate, or secure a lifestyle asset in Thailand. Navigating it well requires the right guidance. The legal framework for foreign ownership, the differences between freehold and leasehold structures, and the sheer range of available property types across the…
- Technology News
Realme C100x launches in Thailand and why 6,999 baht buys a lot more than you think
At 6,999 baht, the realme C100x is asking a straightforward question: how much phone can you actually get at the budget end of the market? Based on the specs realme Thailand has put together, the answer is more than most people would expect. The headline number is the battery. The realme C100x ships with an 8,000mAh cell, which realme claims…
- Travel Guides
The travel trends of 2026, and what it means if you are heading to Thailand
Every year produces a new set of travel trend reports, and most of them say roughly the same thing. The 2026 edition from Hilton, built on a survey of over 14,000 travellers across 14 countries conducted by Ipsos, is different in one important respect: its findings align almost point for point with what Thailand already does well. The five trends…
- Things To Do
5 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (May 22 to 24)
Bangkok’s weekend line-up has a nice mix this time around. You can step into a hidden urban forest, browse outdoor and diving expos at QSNCC, spend Sunday by the river at a free community festival, or end the weekend with a rooftop film. It is the kind of weekend that works whether you want fresh air, a bit of browsing,…
- Business News
Bank of Thailand cuts GDP forecast to 1.5%, slashes interest rate to 1% as war and trade pressures bite
Thailand’s central bank has issued its starkest economic warning in years. The Bank of Thailand’s (BOT) Monetary Policy Report for Q1 2026 revised the country’s GDP growth forecast sharply downward to just 1.5%, well below the 2.4% recorded in 2025, as the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted to cut the benchmark interest rate to a historic low of 1.00% per…
- Things To Do
5 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (May 15 to 17)
Bangkok’s weekend line-up feels nicely varied this time around. There is a heritage book sale in one of the city’s most beautiful old buildings, a live Muay Thai show, a custom car event, a talk programme in Siam, and a river-based indie music night to start the weekend. It is a good mix for anyone who wants plans that feel…
- Technology News
The best drones of 2026 so far and how much you can get them for in Thailand
DJI’s release wave over the past twelve months has reset the consumer drone market almost entirely. The Mavic 4 Pro, Mini 5 Pro, Avata 360, and Neo 2 have all landed, reviewers have had time to test them properly, and a clear consensus has formed. Cross-referencing a dozen major 2026 buyer’s guides, Tom’s Guide, TechRadar, Engadget, PCMag, DroneDJ, DroneXL, Digital…
- Technology News
iOS 26.5 is out and it finally lets iPhone and Android users message each other securely
If you have ever texted someone on Android and wondered why your messages do not have the same privacy protections as the ones you send to other iPhone users, iOS 26.5 is the update you have been waiting for. Apple has released iOS 26.5, and its headline feature is end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging between iPhones and Android devices. What this…
- Property
Is 35 too old to start a career as a property agent in Thailand?
You are 35, have spent the best part of a decade in an office job, and your salary has crept up by a few percent each year, never enough to feel like progress. You have a mortgage, maybe a child, and a growing sense that the ceiling above you is closer than it used to be. Then you start wondering…
- Thailand Travel
Thailand is the 10th most searched relocation destination for Americans moving away
If you have been quietly researching a move to Thailand, it turns out that you have some company. New data from cultural intelligence platform Country Navigator shows Thailand ranking as the 10th most searched destination among Americans considering a move abroad, with 30,560 annual searches recorded between March 2025 and February 2026. That puts it ahead of dozens of countries…
- Technology News
Drone laws in Thailand for people who do not want to lose their equipment or break the law
Thailand has some of the strictest drone laws in Southeast Asia, and they have tightened significantly over the past two years. Whether you are a tourist bringing a DJI Mini or an expat who flies regularly, the rules apply to everyone equally, and the consequences for getting them wrong range from equipment confiscation to deportation. Here is what you need…
- Things To Do
5 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (May 8 to 10)
Bangkok has a strong mix this weekend, especially if you are after plans that feel a little more worthwhile than just another casual outing. Coffee is one of the big themes, with a major international trade show in town and the Thailand AeroPress Championship closing out the week in Talat Noi. Alongside that, there is a large finance expo, a…
- Thailand Travel
Thailand without the crowds: Where do you go when everywhere else is packed?
Thailand welcomed over 32 million international visitors in 2025, and the vast majority of them went to the same places. Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai, these destinations are genuinely worth visiting, but they come with queues, inflated prices, and the creeping sense that you are sharing a postcard with several thousand other people. If you are trying to…
- Property
Real estate jobs in Thailand: What expats can (and can’t) legally do in 2026
Picture yourself showing a luxury condo in Thonglor to a European buyer, or helping a family from Singapore find their dream villa in Phuket. A real estate career in Thailand is genuinely exciting, and for expats with the right profile and the right structure, it is still very much on the table. The keyword is structure. The rules around how…
- Technology News
What we know about the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra ahead of its 2027 launch
Everything in this article is based on leaks and rumours. Samsung has not officially confirmed any specs for the Galaxy S27 Ultra, which is expected to launch in early 2027. Details may change. Samsung’s next flagship Ultra is still the better part of two years away, but the leaks are already piling up, and some of them point to changes…
- Things To Do
5 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (May 1 to 3)
Bangkok has a nicely mixed weekend ahead, with pets, food, design, vintage culture, and a few easy plans that do not need too much effort. Whether you want a big expo, a newly opened local food spot, or something with a bit more character than the usual mall stop, plenty is happening across the city from May 1 to 3.…
- Thai Life
History of the National Labour Day in Thailand and why civil servants don’t get the day off
Every May 1, Thailand’s private factories pause, banks close, and a few thousand unionists march to Government House carrying a petition the government has received, and largely ignored, for the better part of 30 years. For most people in Bangkok, it’s simply a long weekend. But Thailand’s National Labour Day, known in Thai as วันแรงงานแห่งชาติ (Wan Raeng-ngan Haeng Chat), has…
- Thailand Hotels
Enjoy Phuket’s beauty from a beachfront escape with Kora Beach Resort
For decades now, a certain southern island province has drawn travellers from across the world with its coastline, food, weather, and energy, and it continues to do so for a simple reason: there is something for everyone here in Phuket. The challenge, as anyone who has tried to plan a trip will know, is finding the right place to stay.…
- Technology News
Redmi K90 Max has been launched in China and it wants to be the gaming phone nobody else will build
Redmi has officially launched the Redmi K90 Max in China, and it is one of the more spec-heavy gaming phones to come out of the K series in a while. The headline features are a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, a built-in cooling fan, and a silicon-carbon battery with a capacity of 8,500mAh, a combination that makes a clear statement about…
- Things To Do
5 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (April 24 to 26)
Bangkok has a nicely mixed weekend ahead, with live music, books, vinyl, design, coffee culture, and a few easy events that are perfect for dipping in and out of. If you are after something social but not too full-on, this weekend’s line-up feels especially easy to work with. You can spend part of the day browsing in Talad Noi, listening…
- Chiang Mai Travel
A new study just named Chiang Mai the world’s top biohacking destination and it is not even close
Global searches for the term “biohacking” have jumped 53% in the past year, and searches for wellness retreats are up 22% year on year. More people are actively looking for places to optimise their health, and a new study has identified which cities around the world are best set up for exactly that. Biohacking, broadly speaking, is the practice of…
- Property
Can foreigners really buy a condo in Thailand without paying taxes?
A British buyer recently made headlines after purchasing a 56 million baht freehold condominium near Bang Tao Beach in Phuket and claiming the deal left him with no personal income tax liability on his global earnings. The post went viral, sparked a wave of online debate, and left a lot of expats asking the same question: can you buy a…
- Technology News
OPPO Find X9 Ultra and X9s are coming to Thailand — Here’s what you need to know
OPPO has confirmed that both the Find X9 Ultra and the Find X9s are heading to Thailand, with a global launch set for 21 April 2026. The two phones are being positioned as a pair, one for those who want the full flagship experience, and one for those who want something more compact without giving up too much. OPPO Find…
- Things To Do
5 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (April 17 to 19)
After the water fights, traffic, and noise of Songkran, Bangkok settles into a different rhythm this weekend. The holiday energy is not completely gone, but it is shifting into something easier, with free concerts, riverside live music, thoughtful exhibitions, and smaller creative events replacing the biggest splash zones. If you are ready to head out again after an electric week,…
- Things To Do
5 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (April 10 to 12)
Bangkok is leaning fully into Songkran this weekend, but there is still enough variety to suit different moods. You can head into full water-festival mode, stick to a big city-centre celebration, catch a Thai-pop party in the heart of town, or slow things down with a quieter art stop in Phloen Chit. If you are looking for weekend plans in…
- Travel
Agoda’s plan to make everything possible for its partners in 2026
Most people know Agoda as the app they use to book a hotel. What is less visible is the scale of what the company is building behind the scenes, a B2B partner ecosystem that powers travel for banks, airlines, retail platforms, and loyalty programmes across the globe. At a media roundtable held at Agoda’s new office in One Bangkok, two…
- Chiang Mai Travel
Chiang Mai and Lamphun are doing something special for Songkran 2026
If you are spending Songkran in the north this year, two cities are worth your attention if you are up north or going there. The Water Festival 2026, the 11th edition of the Thai Waterways Festival, brings Chiang Mai and Lamphun together under the theme “Have fun at Songkran in my hometown”, and both cities are running their own distinct…
- Thailand Travel
What resort managers told us about oil and island travel in Thailand for 2026
Global oil markets have been in chaos since late March 2026. Escalating tensions in the Middle East choked traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, sending the Singapore refined diesel benchmark from around US$92 per barrel to US$238 per barrel in weeks. Thailand’s Oil Fuel Fund burned through 42 billion baht in subsidies before the government let diesel float to 40.74…
