March 27, 2026

Thailand Moves to Register Traditional Shadow Puppetry with UNESCO

Bangkok: Preparations are underway to register traditional Thai shadow puppetry, known as “Nang Yai,” with UNESCO, using the model of “Wat Khanon in Ratchaburi” as a foundation. The Cabinet has approved this initiative, marking a significant step in T…

Chiang Mai Tops Global Pollution Charts as Forest Fires Rage

Chiang mai: Northern Thailand’s tourist hub of Chiang Mai topped global air pollution charts on Friday morning, as thick smog from illegal forest fires blanketed the city.

According to Thai News Agency, tourists at the Doi Suthep viewpoint reported …

Prime Minister Orders ISOC to Tackle Oil Hoarding and Smuggling

Bangkok: The Prime Minister has directed the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) to focus efforts on combating the hoarding and smuggling of oil. This directive comes as part of a broader initiative to conduct a comprehensive investigation of …

US Airport Delays Hit Record High Amid Government Shutdown

Washington: Passengers lined up for over four hours at US airports due to the prolonged government shutdown. Ha Nguyen McNeill, acting administrator of the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA), reported to the Homeland Security Committee …