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Pink sea cucumbers wash ashore, turning Thailand beach reddish-pink

The pink sea cucumber wash-up at Suan Son Beach has drawn interest from many tourists.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, June 7, 2026

US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth (centre) arriving to attend a ceremony marking the 82nd anniversary of the World War II D-Day landings at the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, northwestern France, on June 6.

Thailand’s Krabi bans swimming in 2 national parks after jellyfish-like Portuguese man o’ war found

The jellyfish-like Portuguese man-of-war is among the world’s most dangerous venomous marine creatures.

Thailand to join UN maritime arbitration with Cambodia, halts other two-way talks

Anutin Charnvirakul, Thailand's prime minister, said the country will only pursue negotiations on the two countries' contested boundary using a UN-backed mechanism for maritime disputes.

Thailand to appoint conciliators for UN-backed mediation with Cambodia, foreign minister says

Bilateral relations between Thailand and Cambodia have been on edge following two round of intense border clashes last year.

Thailand’s Thaksin to head to Dubai after royal pardon sets him free

Former Thai premier Thaksin Shinawatra is expected to board a private jet as soon as authorities complete paperwork confirming the end of his jail term.

Bangkok warned of major flood risk by early 2030s

Bangkok could face another major flood between 2030 and 2034 if the city fails to strengthen its long-term water management and climate-resilience systems.

Chinese restaurant in Bangkok allegedly refuses baht, accepts only renminbi for payment

The issue emerged after a Chinese TikTok user living in Thailand, identified as JaideeBing and Bao, posted a video recounting his experience at a Chinese noodle shop in the Huai Khwang area.

Thailand ready for UN mediation on maritime dispute with Cambodia

The disputed maritime belt between Thailand and Cambodia is estimated to hold resources worth US$300 billion (S$383.95 billion).

Former Thai prime minister Thaksin to be freed after royal pardon

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra reacts following his release on parole after serving eight months of his one-year sentence at Klong Prem Central Prison, in Bangkok, Thailand, May 11, 2026. REUTERS/Chalinee Thirasupa

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