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Apple released its iPhone 17 lineup on September 9, 2025, including the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and the ultra-thin iPhone Air. The new models feature improved cameras, brighter OLED ProMotion displays, and upgraded A19 chips. The Pro Max leads sales globally, especially in the UAE, where demand exceeds supply. Early buyers praised the devices' performance and design, despite some concerns about durability.
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A large sinkhole opened in Bangkok's old town, swallowing vehicles and damaging infrastructure. The collapse is linked to ongoing underground train construction and soil erosion, raising safety concerns and delaying the Purple Line project. Authorities are working to stabilize the area amid heavy rains and ongoing repairs.
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Recent studies confirm a sharp rise in destructive wildfires and deadly heatwaves driven by climate change. Wildfire damages have tripled since 1980, and heat-related deaths are at record highs, highlighting urgent environmental and public health challenges worldwide. These trends are linked to extreme weather conditions worsened by global warming.
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Thailand expects 33.4 million visitors in 2025, a 6% drop from last year, despite peak season arrivals. Concerns over safety, currency gains, and alternative destinations have impacted Chinese tourist numbers. The government is implementing measures to boost domestic and regional tourism, aiming for a recovery in 2026.
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Heavy rains caused severe flooding across 12 southern provinces of Thailand, affecting over 3 million people and resulting in at least 82 deaths. The government acknowledged shortcomings in flood management, announced relief measures, and received royal support, including a donation from King Maha Vajiralongkorn.
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Hong Kong hosts the World’s 50 Best Bars awards, with Bar Leone ranked No. 1, marking a historic first for Asia. The city also sees new bar openings, immersive dining experiences, and a vibrant event week, highlighting its rising prominence in the global cocktail scene.
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A Thai appeals court has approved the extradition of She Zhijiang, a Chinese-Cambodian national, to China. He faces charges related to illegal online gambling, scam networks, and money laundering. She was arrested in Bangkok in 2022 and has been detained since. The extradition will proceed within 90 days.
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On Nov 21, Fátima Bosch of Mexico was crowned Miss Universe 2025 in Bangkok after a pageant marked by controversy including a public dispute with the Thai director, judge resignations over alleged rigging, and contestant protests. Bosch's win was celebrated in Mexico, with President Claudia Sheinbaum praising her courage. The event exposed leadership and transparency issues within the Miss Universe Organization.
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A 65-year-old woman in Thailand was declared dead and placed in a coffin for cremation after her health deteriorated. Moments before the service, she was found alive, knocking inside the coffin. She was taken to hospital and treated for hypoglycemia. The temple will cover her medical expenses.
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As of November 29, 2025, severe flooding in southern Thailand has affected over 1.4 million households and 3.8 million people across 12 provinces. The death toll has risen to 162, with Songkhla province, especially Hat Yai city, hardest hit. Floodwaters are receding, enabling rescue and relief efforts, while the government faces criticism over flood management and plans compensation and aid.