TAT governor drives Amazing 5 Economy strategy to boost Thai tourism
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
The Tourism Authority of Thailand reports a 2.3% decline in foreign visitors during the first five months of 2026, driven by global economic slowdowns and rising flight costs.
Behind the real cases that inspired Netflix’s The Evil Lawyer
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
Netflix’s Thai hit The Evil Lawyer draws on years of legal research and real criminal cases, exploring corruption, ritual crime, sexual violence and courtroom justice.
DSI detects THB28m transfers to People's Party MP in Forex probe
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
Authorities seized over sixty-five million baht in cash and luxury assets following raids on twenty-four locations connected to offshore trading scams.
Anutin confirms brief Hun Manet talks in Russia, reaffirms UNCLOS stance
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul says he briefly spoke with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet in Russia, reaffirming Thailand’s stance on UNCLOS and border talks.
Thailand seeks deeper Russia ties as ASEAN trade potential grows
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
Thailand is seeking closer partnership with Russia, as Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow says ASEAN-Russia trade remains below potential and can grow through energy, technology and private-sector cooperation.
EU carry-on bag rules spark warnings of unnecessary fare rises
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
The EU’s new air passenger rights rules will require cabin baggage to be included in ticket prices from 2027, prompting Ryanair to warn that travellers could face unnecessary fare increases.
Can Thailand afford its ideology? | The Signal EP29
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
This Pride Month, Thailand became one of the first countries in Asia to include gender-affirming hormone therapy under its universal healthcare scheme.