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Thailand marks year’s longest day as June solstice brings nearly 13 hours of daylight
Thailand marks year’s longest day as June solstice brings nearly 13 hours of daylight
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Thailand experiences its longest day of the year on June 21 as the summer solstice occurs, with Bangkok seeing about 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight. The event is caused by Earth’s axial tilt, not its distance from the sun, and coincides with monsoon conditions across the country.H5N1 bird flu found on mainland Australia for the first time
H5N1 bird flu found on mainland Australia for the first time
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Australia has confirmed its first mainland case of H5N1 bird flu after a brown skua found dead in southern Western Australia tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza.Transport Ministry speeds Pay to Fly fix for fair Thai aviation hiring
Transport Ministry speeds Pay to Fly fix for fair Thai aviation hiring
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand has set up a committee to study concerns over charges linked to flying job opportunities.Fatal scaffolding collapse hits Chiang Rai rail tunnel project
Fatal scaffolding collapse hits Chiang Rai rail tunnel project
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
The Doi Luang tunnel site has been secured after the fatal collapse, with officials investigating work linked to waterproofing and shotcrete.Bangkok faces heavy rain while monsoon persists over Thailand
Bangkok faces heavy rain while monsoon persists over Thailand
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Heavy rain is forecast in parts of central, eastern and southern Thailand, with warnings over flash floods, forest run-off and stormy seas.European heatwave prompts emergency measures across continent
European heatwave prompts emergency measures across continent
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
France, Germany, Italy and Spain are taking steps to protect residents and tourists as temperatures near record levels across Europe.US-Iran talks begin as Hormuz closure claim strains fragile ceasefire
US-Iran talks begin as Hormuz closure claim strains fragile ceasefire
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Negotiators meet in Switzerland under a 60-day ceasefire, as Washington disputes Tehran’s claim that the Strait of Hormuz has been closed.Japan seeks global alliance with developers to curb AI risks
Japan seeks global alliance with developers to curb AI risks
SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2026
The Japanese government unveiled a draft AI Basic Plan focusing on boosting global ties with foreign agencies and tech developers to tackle potential risks and AI misuse.