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Chadchart Sittipunt cruises to a clear victory in the Bangkok city election on Sunday, likely to earn a second term as governor of Thailand's capital and largest metropolis.

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Knife attack on Silom Road

A homeless man slashed a foreign woman with a box cutter on Silom Road in Bangkok on Sunday.

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Bangkok city election live vote counting

Vote counting is under way in Bangkok’s 2026 gubernatorial election on Sunday, with early results putting Chadchart Sittipunt, Mallika Boonmeetrakul Mahasuk and Chaiwat Sathawornwichit in the lead, as residents await a clear winner.

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Rs 10 crore hydroponic ganja seized at Ahmedabad airport from man returning from Bangkok

Customs officials at Ahmedabad airport apprehended a 20-year-old man arriving from Bangkok, seizing over 10 kilograms of hydroponic marijuana from his checked baggage. The illicit substance, valued at an estimated Rs 10 crore, was detected by a sniffer dog. The passenger, identified as Ibrahim Sefulla from Junagadh, was arrested, and…

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PM orders tight protection for rigged exam results evidence

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the Department of Local Administration in Bangkok late Saturday night and ordered tight protection of government civil service exam answer sheets pending further investigation into the nationwide results-rigging scandal.

Bangkok Post

Asia's vendors grapple with rising costs of ever-present plastics

Rising plastic costs: Asian food vendors are struggling with soaring plastic costs, a direct consequence of the Middle East energy crisis. Despite a US-Iran deal, supply chain disruptions persist, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz. Vendors in Taipei and Bangkok report significant price hikes for essential items like bags and…

The Economic Times

Bangkokians urged to vote early, avoid afternoon rain

Bangkokians were advised to cast their ballots early on Sunday, with the likelihood of rain in the afternoon, as polling opened in the election of a new city governor and city council.

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City needs more than a governor

Today's gubernatorial election may appear to be a foregone conclusion, but it is by no means lacking in consequence.

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City Hall vows transparency on eve of Bangkok election

Unofficial results from governor and council votes expected by no later than 10pm Sunday

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Post-storm cleanup continues in Lat Krabang

The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) is expediting restoration work along Chalong Krung Road in Lat Krabang district os Bangkok after heavy rain and strong winds toppled dozens power poles, causing damage to vehicles, homes and electricity infrastructure. All traffic lanes were expected to reopen later on Saturday.

Bangkok Post

Democrat leader Abhisit says Bangkok can change

Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva has expressed confidence that gubernatorial candidate Anucha Burapachaisri and the party can bring meaningful change to Bangkok, while warning voters not to be misled by candidates claiming to be “independent” while concealing political affiliations.

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EC ready to stage Bangkok polls, eyes 70% turnout

The Election Commission (EC) says it is ready for Bangkok's gubernatorial and council elections on Sunday and expects voter turnout to top 70%.

Bangkok Post

The ballot you didn't study for

By the time most Bangkok voters reach the polling booth on June 28, they will have a clear opinion about the governor race and almost no opinion at all about the fifty seats up for grabs on the Bangkok Metropolitan Council. This is not a failure of civic character so…

Bangkok Post

Violent storm topples 40 power poles in Bangkok

A rainstorm felled about 40 power poles on Chalong Krung Road in Lat Krabang district of Bangkok on Friday evening, cutting off power and internet in the area.

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Guru's Weekly Buzz: June 26-July 2

Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.

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Anucha sets out five-point plan for city

Democrat Party candidate for Bangkok governor Anucha Burapachaisri has unveiled a five-point platform to tackle traffic congestion, waste management, public health, economic opportunities and government transparency, while insisting his campaign remains competitive despite trailing rivals in recent opinion polls.

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Infrastructure fund to help finance rail buyback plan

The 200 billion baht the government plans to use to buy back the concessions of all electric train lines in Greater Bangkok is expected to come from two sources: the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand and fundraising through an infrastructure fund.

Bangkok Post

Kings of Convenience coming to Bangkok

Music fans in Bangkok can look forward to an intimate year-end performance as the pop duo Kings of Convenience return to Thailand for Maho Rasop Series: Kings of Convenience by HAVE YOU HEARD?, on Dec 1 at SiamPic Hall.

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Budget and the Bees

TripAdvisor’s 2026 Best-of-the-Best Destinations List Crowns Bali, Rome, Marrakech & Bangkok — Ideal for a Summer “Eat, Pray, Love” Escape

TripAdvisor’s 2026 Best Destinations has travelers dreaming bigger this summer, especially with Bali, Rome, Marrakech, and Bangkok standing out as unforgettable escapes. The annual Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Destinations rankings are based on reviews and ratings collected over 12 months, making them a useful snapshot of where travelers…

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Thailand’s ‘Michael Jackson’ jailed over fatal drunk-driving crash

A criminal court in Bangkok has sentenced Manasawin Nantasen, known as Tik Shiro, to two years in prison for "drunk driving resulting in loss of life".

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Consultants eyed for Red Line

The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) board has approved the hiring of consultants for two Red Line extension projects, a step expected to improve travel between Bangkok and suburban areas, including Rangsit and Salaya.

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Science for society

Thailand Research Expo 2026 returns with the theme "Research Synergy: Empowering Research For A Sustainable Thai Economy And Society" from now until Friday at the Bangkok Convention Centre, Centara Grand at CentralWorld, Bangkok.

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'Waste not, want not' a winning mantra

Waste management is one of the most essential public services a city can and must provide. When it breaks down -- even briefly -- thousands of tonnes of rubbish pile up fast. Foul odours spread across neighbourhoods. Worse still, disease can follow, turning a local nuisance into a public health…

Bangkok Post

CPN, Ikano elevate Megabangna project

Central Pattana Plc (CPN), a Thai real estate developer, and Ikano Centres, part of Ikano Retail, are investing 6 billion baht to expand the Megabangna shopping centre.

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Asia's first LGBTIQCAPGNGFNBA+ business expo on at Bitec

Pride Show 2026, Asia's first LGBTIQCAPGNGFNBA+ business expo, will be held at BEAT Active in Bitec, Bang Na-Trat Road, Bangkok, this Friday and Saturday.

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