Thai Cabinet Reverses Decision on New Public Holidays in 2026 The Thai Cabinet reversed its decision to add additional public holidays in 2026, citing potential negative impacts on businesses and employment. During the meeting on December 2, a proposal to include two special public holidays was reconsidered as ministers expressed concerns about disruptions to business […]
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State Railway of Thailand sounding out public on proposed Dark Red Line from Wongwian Yai (Bangkok) to Maha Chai (Samut Sakhon) The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has begun collecting public input on the proposed Dark Red Line commuter rail extension from Wongwian Yai in Bangkok to Maha Chai in Samut Sakhon. It is a […]
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Raimon Land steps up sale of major holdings Developer in acute need of cash Raimon Land (RML) is accelerating the sale of major assets, including its 8.4-billion-baht stake in the One City Centre (OCC) office tower, as part of efforts to enhance liquidity in the first quarter of 2026. Chief financial officer Sorrapong Mamuang said […]
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Thailand’s afternoon alcohol ban lifted, effective immediately (for trial period of 180 days) Pub customers given an extra hour to finish their drinks Registered outlets can now sell alcoholic beverages during the previously banned period of 2pm to 5pm, with a one hour extension of time for customers in licensed premises at night to finish […]
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Bangkok Lighthouse Late Lunch (Xmas Buffet Bonanza) 19 December 2025 at O’Malley’s on Silom Road – Sponsored by Choice Interiors Lighthouse members, family and friends, please see details for this month’s late lunch please see the details for the Lighthouse Xmas Buffet Bonanza and a big thanks to Choice Interiors for sponsoring this prestigious event […]
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Lighthouse Club Bangkok are holding a wake TODAY Thursday 4th of December at 6pm in O’Malley’s Irish pub Bangkok for Mike ‘Spikey’ Watkins Lighthouse Club Bangkok are holding a “wake for one of our members on this Thursday 4th of December in O’Malley’s Irish pub Bangkok, please see attached advert for Mike ‘Spikey’ Watkins who […]
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Expressway Authority of Thailand (Exat), Thailand Consumer Council (TCC) oppose proposed double‑deck Ngamwongwan–Rama 9 expressway Groups cite safety risks, lack of transparency The Union of Expressway Authority of Thailand (Exat) and consumer advocates have slammed the proposed double‑deck Ngamwongwan–Rama 9 expressway, citing safety hazards and withheld environmental impact reports. The union met the Thailand Consumer […]
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Oudong: Cambodia’s forgotten royal capital revealed From 1618 until the mid‑19th century, Oudong was Cambodia’s capital, a “city of a thousand monasteries” Just 35 kilometres from Phnom Penh lies Oudong, a hilltop complex once the beating heart of Cambodia. From 1618 until the mid‑19th century, this was the nation’s capital, a “city of a thousand […]
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Dual Pricing at Thai Public Hospitals and the Implications on Foreigners Dual pricing has expanded its reach beyond national parks, museums, and amusement parks. In 2019, Thai public hospitals have been given the green light to charge foreign nationals higher fees for their services, due to newly implemented regulations. These regulations go beyond simple dual pricing and introduce […]
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Royal Thai Navy Launches Second Runway Project at U-Tapao International Airport in Rayong province The Royal Thai Navy has formally begun construction of the second runway and taxiway at U-Tapao International Airport, marking a major step in efforts to develop the Eastern Aviation City and strengthen Thailand’s position as a regional aviation hub. The groundbreaking […]
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