Thailand News in English

Good morning! It’s 29th May, and here’s your Thailand daily news capsule.

Thailand's upper regions face heavy rain, with a 60% chance of flooding.

The Thai government launches final registration for the Thai Help Plus program today.

Iran and the U.S. agree on a ceasefire extension, pending Trump's approval.

Governing bodies discuss the upcoming Bangkok gubernatorial election procedures.

CAAT tightens measures against Ebola for flights from high-risk areas.

NASA reveals plans to establish a permanent base on the Moon.

YouTube begins automatically labeling AI-generated content for transparency.

Canada shifts defense contracts to Sweden, reducing reliance on U.S. firms.

FTSE 100 drops sharply amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions.

Anthropic launches Claude Opus 4.8, enhancing AI capabilities.

Thailand's COVID variant NB.1.8.1 spreads, with over 70% showing severe symptoms.

Experts warn of potential dengue outbreaks as rainy season begins.

The Thai tourism sector strengthens ties with Vietnam Airlines for new routes.

Buriram United secures back-to-back ASEAN club championships.

Samsung showcases immersive sound experiences at MWC 2026 in Barcelona.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!