Northern provinces step up flood preparations as heavy rain looms
SUNDAY, AUGUST 02, 2026
The DDPM has ordered 17 northern provinces to step up flood preparations, as August rainfall is forecast to exceed normal levels across several regions.
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.