Typhoon Dolphin may intensify rain while bypassing Thailand
SUNDAY, AUGUST 02, 2026
Typhoon Dolphin is forecast to bypass Thailand but may strengthen the south-westerly monsoon, bringing heavy to very heavy rain to the North and upper Northeast from August 7 to 9.
Trump holds off fresh Iran attack as hopes rise for quick deal
SUNDAY, AUGUST 02, 2026
US President Donald Trump said he would hold off on a fresh attack on Iran while negotiators seek a nuclear agreement and the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
US to establish permanent visa bonds for nationals of 50 countries
SUNDAY, AUGUST 02, 2026
The US will make its visa bond programme permanent for business and tourist applicants from 50 countries, with consular officers able to require bonds of up to US$20,000.
Thailand disputes UN rapporteur’s account of Cambodia conflict
SUNDAY, AUGUST 02, 2026
Thailand denies initiating the conflict with Cambodia, challenges figures cited by Tom Andrews and warns that one-sided information can mislead audiences worldwide.
Injured and dehydrated wild elephant calf found in Kanchanaburi
SUNDAY, AUGUST 02, 2026
Veterinary teams are monitoring the two-week-old male calf in quarantine at Sai Yok National Park after it was found weak, injured and severely dehydrated.