Naree Srisuk | Chiang Rai Times

CHIANG RAI – Villagers in northern Thailand are breathing a huge sigh of relief today after a successful police operation. Local law enforcement raided an abandoned house in Chiang Rai province right after dark. This police raid directly followed several community complaints about teenagers gathering there at night. Officers quietly swooped in on the suspect […]

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OCT

Chiang Rai Airport Eyes Major Hub Status on 28th Anniversary

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport is taking a big step forward. The airport recently celebrated its 28th anniversary on October 2, 2026. However, leaders are looking far beyond past success. They plan to transform the facility into a major aviation and logistics hub for Northern Thailand. Airport Director Gitsada Pukasup […]

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OCT

Central Chiang Rai Boosts Safety With Full 2026 Fire Drill

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Central Chiang Rai recently hosted its annual fire drill and evacuation simulation for 2026. The shopping center created a realistic emergency scenario to carefully train its staff. This important event aims to improve emergency response times and keep all shoppers safe. Ultimately, the mall wants to prove that visitor safety remains its […]

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OCT

Thailand Hotels Slash Prices as Floods Wipe Out 5,400 Bookings

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Naree Srisuk

BANGKOK – Thailand’s hospitality sector is facing a sudden crisis as hotels slash room prices across the country. Severe flooding has recently swept through Bangkok, along with the central and eastern regions. This extreme weather has seriously damaged tourism confidence right before the lucrative high season. Local hotel operators are now rushing to offer heavy […]

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OCT

Air Quality and Children’s Health in Northern Thailand: A Parent’s Guide

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Hazy days and poor air quality are familiar in Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and other northern provinces, and parents have good reason to wonder what their children are breathing. Fine-particle pollution can affect children’s lungs, but the risks and symptoms vary; no single experience applies to every child. Seasonal burning, forest fires, […]

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OCT

Thailand’s Coffee Culture: From Instant to Third Wave

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Not long ago, ordering coffee in Thailand usually meant getting a super-sweet instant brew mixed heavily with condensed milk. Today, the local cafe scene looks entirely different and is buzzing with fresh energy. A modern coffee revolution is rapidly sweeping across the nation, transforming how locals and visitors enjoy their daily caffeine […]

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OCT

Chiang Rai Immigration Receives 76 Thai Deported from Lao

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Lao authorities have handed over 76 Thai nationals to Thai Immigration police in Chang Khong, Chiang Rai following a major crackdown on illegal scam operations. The group included 37 men and 39 women linked to cross-border call center gangs. Officers also seized various pieces of equipment, including computers and mobile phones, used […]

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OCT

Chiang Rai Student Tops National English Test

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – A young student from Chiang Rai has achieved a major milestone in education. Araya Sony, a fourth-grader at Tessaban 7 Fang Min School, secured first place in a prestigious national English competition. This remarkable victory spans the provincial, regional, and national testing levels. Her success brings immense pride to her local community […]

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OCT

Thailand Fuel Prices Spike: Diesel Hits 42.19 Baht

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Drivers in Thailand will pay more at the pump starting today. The national oil fund committee approved a price hike of 0.75 baht per liter for all fuel types. This change took effect early on October 2, 2026. Global energy concerns, specifically rising tensions in the Middle East, are driving these sudden […]

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SEP

Chiang Rai Police Catch Driver Smuggling 13 Migrants

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Police in northern Thailand intercepted a black pickup truck transporting 13 undocumented migrants near the border. The successful arrest took place at the Pu Kaeng checkpoint in Chiang Rai province. Officers set up the targeted roadblock after receiving an urgent tip about a local smuggling operation. On September 29, 2026, local authorities […]

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