Bank of Japan prepares accelerated hikes should inflation risks grow
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Naoki Tamura says the central bank will accelerate its baseline path of regular quarter-point hikes if upside inflation risks from the Middle East intensify.
Alcohol ban in force June 27–28 during Bangkok and Pattaya elections
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand’s Election Commission has announced a nationwide alcohol ban in Bangkok and Pattaya electoral areas during election hours on June 27–28, with penalties for violations under election law.
Thailand, Kazakhstan set 2027–2028 roadmap to boost tourism
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand and Kazakhstan agree 2027–2028 cooperation roadmap to expand trade, tourism, connectivity and medical tourism, targeting stronger regional ties
Thailand dubbed the world’s digital nomad paradise in 2026
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand emerges as a global digital nomad hub in 2026, blending world-class connectivity, long-stay visa reforms, and an unmatched work-life balance across Bangkok, Chiang Mai and island destinations.
DMR cites Bocono Fault as Venezuela quakes kill 32 as US sends aid teams
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Twin earthquakes in Venezuela linked to the Bocono Fault have killed at least 32 people and injured 700, according to interim leader Delcy Rodríguez, as the US confirms disaster assistance teams are being deployed amid warnings of potentially higher casualties.
Thai Embassy urges caution after strong iwate quake sparks aftershocks
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
The Royal Thai Embassy in Tokyo has advised Thai nationals in Japan to monitor aftershocks after a magnitude 6.9–7.2 offshore earthquake struck Iwate, with authorities confirming no tsunami threat.
Dozens Killed in Europe Under Historic 45°C Heatwave
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Europe is enduring its most severe and prolonged heatwave in history, forcing several Western and Central European countries to issue top-level weather alerts.