Hacker who scammed Pattaya hotel guests arrested
Thai police have arrested a European man on charges of hacking the database of a hotel in Pattaya, which he then used to send messages to guests claiming they had damaged hotel property and demanding compensation.

Democrats call for review of Land Bridge plan
The Democrat Party has called for the House of Representatives to set up a committee to scrutinise the government’s proposed Land Bridge megaproject, citing concerns over transparency, economic viability and what they described as an unusual rush to push the plan ahead.

IOC inspects Chon Buri venues for Youth Olympics 2030 bid
An International Olympic Committee (IOC) delegation on Tuesday inspected proposed coastal and outdoor venues in Chon Buri, as Thailand advances its bid to host the 2030 Youth Olympic Games.

Diving robot explores France’s deepest shipwreck
RAMATUELLE, France - Deep below the surface of the Mediterranean off the French coast, the pincer of a remotely guided underwater robot delicately closes around a centuries-old jug lying near a 16th-century shipwreck.

War in the Middle East: latest developments
The latest developments in the Middle East war as of 4pm Thailand time, April 29, 2026:

Power tariff revamp, solar rooftop overhaul approved
The National Energy Policy Council (NEPC) has approved a new electricity tariff structure that will help millions of Thai households save money, along with sweeping measures to unlock residential rooftop solar development.

Thaksin granted parole, set for release on May 11
Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been approved for parole without the requirement to wear an electronic monitoring (EM) device, with his release scheduled for May 11.

Sri Lankan government takes over cricket board
COLOMBO - Sri Lanka’s government took control of the island’s cricket board on Wednesday, saying it was a temporary measure designed to pave the way for “structural reforms”.

Private air defence takes off in Ukraine
Ukraine is ‌rolling out a new line of defence to protect businesses and critical infrastructure from hundreds of Russian drones darkening its skies night after night: private air defence companies.

Compensation for flight delays and cancellations clarified
Thai transport and consumer protection authorities have clarified rules to protect air travellers from flight delays and cancellations as airlines struggle with soaring fuel costs caused by the Middle East war.