Khaosod English

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Khaosod English is the English-language arm of Khaosod (ข่าวสด), one of Thailand's most popular newspapers and part of the Matichon Group.

05/09/2026

LISA's ‘SaWaDiKa’ tops Cambodia's iTunes chart

's latest single “ ” has quickly climbed to No. 1 on Cambodia's iTunes chart, less than two days after its release.

The Thai star's new song is also nearing 100 million views on YouTube and has entered music charts in several countries, adding to its growing global buzz.

05/09/2026

70.8 million views. 24 hours. Another record. 🚀

is now the most-viewed music video on YouTube in its first 24 hours in 2026, surpassing BTS’ “SWIM.”

05/09/2026

Aroi Mak Mak!

Sailors from the USS Abraham Lincoln are exploring Pattaya during their port visit from 2-6 September, with stops including the Sanctuary of Truth and Pattaya Floating Market.

At the floating market, sailors were seen shopping for Thai souvenirs and enjoying local food and Thai tea as tourist spots across the city get busier.

05/09/2026

🇹🇭🤝🇳🇵 Thailand stands with Nepal.

The Thai government has provided 7 million baht (about $210,000) in humanitarian aid following recent floods, along with emergency supplies including protective suits, body bags, masks and blankets.

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the assistance reflects the friendship and solidarity between the two countries.

05/09/2026

Central Park celebrates its first birthday with 25 million visits. 🇹🇭

The Silom destination welcomed more than 25 million visits in its first year, including over 10 million international visitors, as it aims to become a new “World Stage” for Bangkok.

05/09/2026

🇹🇭 Anutin orders Israeli man deported after threats case

Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has signed an order deporting Israeli national Yaacov Ohayon from Thailand after the Koh Samui Provincial Court convicted him under Section 392 of the Criminal Code for threatening another person and causing fear or alarm.

05/09/2026

🇺🇸💸 A 120-baht ride, a 1,000-baht tip!

A Pattaya Grab driver says a US sailor from the USS Abraham Lincoln gave him 1,000 baht after a 120-baht ride, prompting him to post a thank-you message online.

Other Pattaya drivers have also shared stories of generous tips from US sailors, including a reported 2,000-baht tip for a food delivery.

The USS Abraham Lincoln arrived in Thailand on 2 September with around 5,000 US service members and is scheduled to leave on 6 September.

05/09/2026

🇰🇭🇺🇸 Back in action after 9 years.

Cambodia and the US will resume joint military exercises in February 2027, with Exercise Angkor Sentinel returning after drills were suspended in 2017.

The exercise will focus on military interoperability and disaster response as the two countries seek to strengthen defense cooperation.

05/09/2026

🇹🇭🇲🇽 T-Pop, Muay Thai and Thai culture took Mexico by storm!

Thai Festival Mexico 2026 drew a record 31,220 visitors over two days at Mexico City’s National Arts Center.

From Muay Thai demonstrations and Chud Thai to T-Pop cover dances, Thai food and mini-concerts, the festival showcased Thailand’s culture and soft power to Mexican audiences.

05/09/2026

✈️🇹🇭🇨🇳 Udon goes international!

Lucky Air has launched direct charter flights linking Kunming and Udon Thani, with two flights a week on Boeing 737-800 aircraft.

The new air link strengthens connections between China and Thailand’s upper Northeast, ahead of the Udon Thani International Horticultural Expo 2026–2027.