BANGKOK: Thailand’s flag carrier Thai Airways sacked its chief executive on Friday (Oct 2) following flight delays and baggage backlogs linked to Bangkok flooding, local media reported.
BANGKOK: Thailand’s flag carrier Thai Airways sacked its chief executive on Friday (Oct 2) following flight delays and baggage backlogs linked to Bangkok flooding, local media reported.
The 20th Asian Games closed in Nagoya, Japan, on October 4 with a simple ceremony that passed the hosting flag to Qatar for the 2026 edition. Thai athletes were represented by flag bearers Musya Dungsri in sepak takraw and Burinpob Boonsaton in athletics. The event featured performances highlighting Aichi Prefecture and concluded with Qatar set to host the 21st Asian Games in 2030.
Three Thai hikers went missing in the Doi Jong area of Chiang Rai on October 3, prompting a large‑scale search led by the Natural Resources and Environment Ministry. Rescue teams located two of the missing by the morning of October 4, while efforts continue to find the third person. Authorities have emphasized the safety of search personnel throughout the operation.
CHONBURI — 4 October 2026, A 36-year-old woman was killed by a wild elephant while collecting latex with her husband at a rubber plantation in Nong Yai district on Sunday morning. Her husband said he witnessed the attack but was unable to help her. At about 06:00 on Sunday, Nong Yai Police Station in Chonburi […]
A fire erupted in an eight‑story apartment building behind Suwin Wong Market in Chachoengsao on October 4, forcing hundreds of residents to flee. A 19‑year‑old novice monk, who is also a volunteer firefighter, rushed in with a fire extinguisher and helped put out the blaze before fire crews arrived. No injuries were reported and the cause is still under investigation.
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued its seventh warning of severe weather from October 4 to 7, forecasting heavy rain, strong winds and possible flash floods across many provinces. The warning lists affected areas, with the worst conditions expected on October 4 in the north and northeast, expanding to central and southern regions by October 5‑6. Residents are urged to stay alert for floods and to take precautions while traveling or outdoors.
AWC intends to build a large water park in central Bangkok, leveraging the popularity of Jurassic World: The Experience Bangkok and partnering with Dreamworks, while also adding wellness facilities on a 100‑rai site. The move is part of a revised 100‑billion‑baht five‑year plan that includes 11 Chao Phraya riverfront landmarks and supports the upcoming AWR real‑estate trust. Initial investment for the water park and related assets is limited to 51.388 billion baht.
Thai singer Billkin has launched a birthday charity drive asking fans to donate to the Siriraj Foundation’s cancer treatment fund instead of sending gifts. The campaign runs from October 2 to 31, offering donors a chance to win exclusive photocard rewards and providing tax benefits. Fans can also join the celebration online with the hashtag #BILLKIN27thEdition.
A pickup truck veered off a rain‑slicked stretch of the Phetkasem Highway in Phatthalung and crashed into a tree, killing the driver. The victim, 36‑year‑old Worawut, owned several vehicle‑inspection stations in southern Thailand and was traveling from Mae Khree in Thasode District toward Nakhon Si Thammarat when the accident occurred. CCTV footage recorded the impact, showing the truck’s engine separating and the driver trapped against the steering wheel.
Khlong Bang Noi community in Bangkok's Talingchan district has been designated a model village for the Five Precepts Buddhist initiative after a field inspection by senior monks, officials, and the governor. The project promotes social harmony by applying the Five Precepts in daily life, supported by temples, local administration, schools, and community groups. Activities include merit‑making, environmental conservation, elder care, and volunteer work, linking home, temple, and government.
Loei’s Wang Saphung district is promoting a nine‑site temple pilgrimage to welcome the year’s first cool weather, offering visitors merit‑making, positive energy, and spectacular scenery. The route includes the City Pillar Shrine, several historic monasteries with unique architecture, and natural sites such as the Buddha‑footprint cave. Officials hope the tour will boost tourism and bring prosperity throughout the year.
