PEA confirms Thailand public lighting costs as government reviews fix
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirms authorities are checking how public lighting charges are handled, insisting people must not carry the burden.
Ad spend stays negative, while a rebound expected in 2H
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026
With a steady decline in recent years, the advertising media industry has been significantly impacted by new digital media amid the contraction of mainstream media, while advertisement spending by brands also declines to negative territory despite an expected rebound in the second-half of 2026.
The Wildlife Trade: A Breeding Ground for New Zoonotic Diseases
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026
The risks of zoonotic diseases are becoming increasingly frequent and severe, making it vital to shift global strategy from reactive responses to prevention, according to the Alliance’s announcement of its new White Paper, Live Wildlife Trade and Markets.
How does Thailand’s tourism lead to a hidden crisis of homeless foreigners
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026
With a visa-free policy and an affordable lifestyle, Thailand’s tourism policies are drawing millions of visitors worldwide. However, a humanitarian issue is quietly growing beneath the surface of this vacation paradise.