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The morning after Bangkok's biggest Songkran yet
The Tourism Authority of Thailand projected 30.3 billion baht in Songkran revenue this year, up 6% from 2025 and released the number with the kind of confidence that comes from having done the work.
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April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Helicopter crash leaves 8 people dead
Two crew members and six passengers were killed when a private helicopter crashed in dense forest on Indonesia's Borneo island, the transport ministry said yesterday.
1 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
China calls for probe into threats
The Chinese embassy in Japan has accused Tokyo of failing to protect its envoys after it received three threats within a month, as a spat between the Asian neighbours rumbles on.
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April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Negotiations with Cambodia ‘must follow protocol’
Thailand is ready to enter negotiations with Cambodia over border issues but talks must follow proper procedures and mutual readiness, including the formation of Thailand’s Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) team, said Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.
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April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Reed Hastings plans to step down as Netflix chair
Netflix shares plummeted more than nine percent Thursday as the TV streaming titan’s quarterly earnings failed to impress investors and co-founder Reed Hastings announced he is leaving.
2 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
White House won’t reveal cost of war with Iran
The White House declined to estimate the cost of the war with Iran at a congressional hearing Thursday, prompting some Senate Democrats to criticise the Trump administration for its lack of transparency.
2 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Wikimedia seeks to avert curbs
The Wikimedia Foundation said yesterday it will hold talks with the Indonesian government after Jakarta threatened to block Wikipedia over registration rules the firm says \"departs from international human rights norms\".
1 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Buriram eye historic breakthrough in ACL Elite
Buriram United will attempt to write a new chapter in their continental story tonight when they face Shabab Al Ahli of the United Arab Emirates in the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League Elite.
2 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
This is clearly not a man who’s in control of himself
To have spent any amount of time observing President Donald Trump over the last month is to conclude that he is in far over his head.
5 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Nearly six million face hunger crisis
Nearly 6 million people in Haiti are expected to face acute food insecurity in the coming months, underscoring how gang violence, mass displacement and economic strain are keeping the Caribbean nation in the grip of a deepening humanitarian crisis, according to a new assessment published on Thursday.
1 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
China steps up low-key efforts to end Mideast war
Walks diplomatic tightrope as it seeks smooth summit with Trump, write Mei Mei Chu, Greg Torode and Antoni Slodkowski
3 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Lakers' James wary of star-studded Rockets
Durant cools talk of rivalry with LA star
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April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Enconfund revs up energy projects
Overcoming structural hurdles in project development and scale-up
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April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Iwai ties course record; leads Patty, Suvichaya by 2
Japan’s Chizzy Iwai posted a bogey-free nine-under-par 63 on Thursday to grab a two-stroke lead at the LA Championship in Tarzana, California.
2 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Chinese economy turns a corner
China has turned a corner, finally.
4 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Syria takes over all bases used by US
Anti-IS forces pull back after handover
2 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
From festivity to fiscal strain
As the festive haze of Songkran dissipates, Thailand has entered a far more sobering phase one defined not by celebration but by tightening household budgets, rising fuel costs and growing unease over economic stability.
4 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Indian banks 'halt gold, silver imports'
Indian banks have halted gold and silver import orders from overseas suppliers, with tonnes of the metals stuck at customs as a formal government order has not been issued authorising bullion imports, trade sources said.
2 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Taylor Swift tops American Music Awards nominations once again
Taylor Swift leads this year's American Music Awards with eight nominations, including artist of the year, song of the year for The Fate Of Ophelia and album of the year for The Life Of A Showgirl, organisers said on Tuesday.
1 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
SEC sets out key market reforms for 2026
Amid persistent market volatility and mounting external pressures, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has outlined an ambitious roadmap for the rest of the year, prioritising structural reforms, investor confidence, and proactive risk management.
3 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
European airlines face fuel shortage
If tankers do not clear Strait of Hormuz within weeks, airlines could start cutting schedules
4 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Coup maker pardons ex-Myanmar president
New year amnesty sees 4,300 released
3 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Bayern eye perfect week with title win
Just days after eliminating European giants Real Madrid to reach the Champions League semifinals, Bayern Munich can continue their perfect week by lifting the Bundesliga title tomorrow.
1 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Villa, Forest to face off in Europa semi
Aston Villa demolished Bologna and Nottingham Forest beat Porto in the Europa League on Thursday to set up an all-English showdown in the semifinals.
2 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
'Cash for clunkers' scheme ready for roll-out this year
The Finance Ministry is preparing to launch an old-for-new car programme this year, with an initial quota of up to 20,000 vehicles allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
1 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Universities face age shift
The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) is not a coveted portfolio in politics.
2 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Iran's shadow oil trade goes on near Singapore amid war
Near Singapore, thousands of miles from the Strait of Hormuz, ship-to-ship transfers of Iranian oil have continued during the Middle East war, helping Tehran evade sanctions and maintain trade with China.
3 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Sultan of Oman keen to visit, boost bilateral ties
The Sultan of Oman has expressed interest in an official visit to Thailand, marking a potential step forward in bilateral relations, says Sihasak Phuang-ketkeow, the foreign affairs minister.
1 min |
April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Thailand steps up Bangkok 2030 bid
Thailand has stepped up efforts to secure hosting rights for the Youth Olympic Games 2030, with key agencies aligning preparations ahead of an inspection visit by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
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April 18, 2026
Bangkok Post
Ex-Arsenal keeper dies in accident
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alexander Manninger, who played for Austria at Euro 2008, died on Thursday after his car was hit by a train, his former club Red Bull Salzburg said.
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