#Thailand

Japanese automakers Toyota and Honda have suspended plant operations in Thailand due to floods disrupting logistics and component supplies.

Floods in Thailand from Sept 16-28, 2026, caused $320M in damages. Over 580,000 households affected, 8 deaths reported, and annual GDP growth forecast reduced to 2.1%.

Bangkok is hit by massive flooding due to record rains bringing nearly 300 mm of precipitation in 48 hours. Authorities have deployed the military and schools to assist victims.

The XAB.info editorial team has gathered unusual table etiquette rules from eight countries — from slurping ramen in Japan to late-night dinners in Spain. We break down which gestures at the table are considered a compliment and which are a rude violation.

51 attacks and acts of sabotage have been recorded in southern Thailand, 22 of them in Yala province. A curfew has been imposed, and the prime minister has convened an emergency security meeting.

On August 19, shooting-response drills were held at Thai schools: students hid under desks, while backpack checks and metal detectors were strengthened at the entrance. The measures were introduced after a tragedy involving a 14-year-old shooter.

🇹🇭 Thai Prime Minister Anutin personally piloted a TBM 930 aircraft under an F-16 fighter escort. 🛩️ On August 14, 2026, the head of government landed at the 1st Wing base in Nakhon Ratchasima. Three fighters escorted his aircraft, demonstrating high-level aerobatics. 🚀 During the visit, plans were announced for purchasing new Gripen aircraft, developing space monitoring, and producing UAVs. 🎁 In honor of the visit, Anutin was presented with an 'F-16 Fighting Mickey' badge, referencing his past as a pilot.

Travel is changing: now hotels become the main goal of the trip. 🌍✨ From underwater rooms in the Maldives to ice hotels in Sweden and transparent domes among elephants in Thailand — a selection of the most unusual places to stay where nature meets architecture. 🐘🧊🐠

Thai police have arrested four suspects in a series of brutal murders. The victims were two Russian sisters living in Pattaya and a Thai family. The criminals posed as police officers. The Prime Minister of Thailand apologized to Russia for the incident. 🇹🇭🇷🇺🚔

Tyson Fury dominated Mariusz Wach in Thailand, forcing his opponent to stop the fight in the 7th round. Despite the crowd booing due to the lack of a knockout, the Briton challenged Anthony Joshua, claiming he would have defeated him as well. 🥊🇬🇧

In Bangkok, the death toll from a pub fire has risen to 30. More than 70 injured have been hospitalized, with 24 in critical condition. Police are investigating the theory that blocked emergency exits caused the mass deaths. 🔥🇹🇭