A new sports training camp launched in Assam on Jan. 17, 2026, with international coaches guiding athletes in chess, table tennis, tennis, and taekwondo.

The Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars T20, set for Feb 13–22, 2026, in Bangkok, features eight Asian 'A' teams, with India 'A' defending its 2023 title.

Thailand hosts EVCharge and Mobility Live 2026 to advance electric vehicle and smart mobility innovation.

A crane collapse in Thailand killed at least 22 on a Bangkok-to-Ubon Ratchathani train.

Daria Kasatkina, now an Australian citizen, plays her first Australian Open as a home player, while Emma Raducanu struggles with scheduling and recovery ahead of her late-night match.

Chow Tai Fook opened a flagship store in Bangkok, expanding internationally with plans for Australia, Canada, and the Middle East.

Ross Davidson, former Spandau Ballet singer, denies rape and assault charges in UK trial, except for voyeurism in a 2019 Thailand incident.

China launched a regional medical trading platform in Jan 2026, boosting exports and global health partnerships.

Scottish man Kenny Robertson went missing in Bangkok on Jan. 5, 2026, while volunteering at a dog sanctuary.

Long Beach Port hit a record 9.9 million TEUs in 2025, driven by pre-tariff imports and shifting trade to Vietnam and Thailand, with 2026 outlook at 9 million TEUs.