- Thailand News
Woman alleges assault by district officer boyfriend, fractured ribs
A woman today filed a police report against her boyfriend, a district officer, accusing him of physical assault, leaving her with two fractured ribs. The Surin province district chief today, July 11, ordered an investigation and apologised to the victim. The 41 year old victim, a woman referred to as A, provided CCTV footage showing her boyfriend, a district officer,…
- Environment News
China leads renewable energy efforts with wind and solar power
China is leading the global surge in renewable energy construction, with nearly two-thirds of the world’s large-scale wind and solar projects currently being built within its borders, as indicated by a recent report from Global Energy Monitor (GEM). China is constructing 339 gigawatts (GW) of utility-scale wind and solar power, representing 64% of the global total, according to the US-based…
- Thailand News
Bangkok launches major drug prevention initiative with urine tests
Bangkok is set to launch a significant drug prevention and control initiative tomorrow, July 12, with the capitol’s governor, Chadchart Sittipunt, directing district offices to coordinate with local police stations for urine testing in 88 communities identified as high-risk for drug abuse, aiming to bring users into treatment programs. During an online Zoom meeting at the Bangkok City Hall, Chadchart…
- Thailand News
Thailand tightens ‘feathered’ measures to curb avian flu outbreak
Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health is tightening measures to prevent the spread of avian flu. Hospitals near the Cambodian border are on high alert following Cambodia’s report of its seventh H5N1 case this year. The Ministry of Public Health, led by Opas Karnkawinpong, received an epidemiological report from the Sa Kaeo Provincial Health Office. The latest case involves a five…
- Phuket News
Phuket vendors warned over price gouging during inspections
Police in Phuket yesterday conducted an inspection at Malin Plaza Patong Market and Banzaan Fresh Market, warning vendors against price gouging. The investigation, led by Pathumphon Yamkerd of the Phuket Provincial Commercial Office, took place yesterday, July 10, at the two markets, aiming to ensure fair pricing and enhance Phuket’s tourism reputation. Some vendors were found not displaying prices, a…
- Thailand News
Yala ramps up security amid insurgent threat
Security measures have been intensified in Yala as police respond to intelligence reports about insurgent movements, prompting an increase in patrols and checkpoints to ensure safety, particularly in urban areas, to reassure both residents and tourists. The district chief of Betong, Amorn Chumchuay, directed relevant agencies to integrate their forces and enhance security protocols throughout the district. Rapid response teams…
- Thailand News
Job scam victims demand justice after losing 100,000 baht each
Victims of a job scam involving an overseas employment agency have reported being defrauded of over 100,000 baht each, with more than 100 individuals affected. Despite local police reports, the case has seen no progress. At 11am today, July 11, a group of victims, led by 40 year old Kesinee, met with Police Lieutenant Roi-et Tanlert at the Central Investigation…
- Thailand News
Monk gets ‘phoned’ in: Thief masquerades as benefactor in Buriram
Earlier today a monk reported a theft incident where a man posing as a benefactor stole his mobile phone at a temple in Buriram. A man aged between 50 and 60 years old approached Wat Ban Takong in Buriram province, claiming he wanted to sponsor a meal for the monks. A resident monk at the temple, 60 year old Suthep…
- Thailand News
Thailand’s EV 3.0 policy faces major oversupply challenges
The Thai Electric Vehicle Association (EVAT) issued a cautionary note to electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers in Thailand, alerting them to the potential for a significant oversupply of EVs in the coming years. This warning arises from the production requirements stipulated under the EV 3.0 policy. This policy, which has been previously lauded for encouraging domestic EV production, offers import tax…
- Phuket News
Uproar over motorcycle accidents at Phuket’s rainbow crosswalk
A series of motorcycle accidents at the Rainbow Crosswalk at the Charter intersection in the Mueang Phuket district sparked widespread debate on social media. The vibrant crosswalk, a popular spot for tourists to take photos, became slippery during periods of rainfall, causing three to four motorcyclists to fall yesterday, July 10. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. In response to the…
- Business News
Vietnam Airlines surges 179%, top-performing airline stock in 2024
Vietnam Airlines made a remarkable return to profit, emerging as the world’s best-performing airline stock this year. The state-owned carrier soared to 179% in 2024, buoyed by a resurgence in travel demand. This surge in performance has allowed the airline to post a significant first-quarter profit, breaking a streak of over four years of consecutive losses. This turnaround is particularly…
- Thailand News
Thailand’s new senators report as EC probes election irregularities
Thailand’s newly appointed 200 senators have been summoned to report to Parliament today, July 11, while the Election Commission (EC) continues to scrutinise numerous allegations of collusion and other election irregularities. The senators are expected to collect their certificates tomorrow and on Friday, according to the poll body’s announcement after finalising the results of the three-stage vote that concluded on…
- Thailand News
Japanese tourist rampage leaves trail of destruction in Pattaya
A Japanese tourist, in a fit of rage from an argument, drove his car into a popular Pattaya restaurant, crashing into numerous cars and motorcycles before finally colliding with a tour bus. This incident yesterday, July 10, left him injured and in police custody. Police Lieutenant Colonel Itthiporn Tangchuthaweesap of Pattaya City Police Station reported that they received a distress…
- Thailand News
Thailand plans 50 billion baht tunnel expressway in Bangkok
The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) announced plans to construct a 50 billion baht tunnel expressway connecting Kaset and Ngamwongwan. Public opinion on the project will be gathered and considered on July 13. EXAT Governor Surachet Laophulsuk revealed that the third public hearing will finalise the feasibility study for the northern section of the Third Stage Expressway System, specifically the…
- Thailand News
Siriraj Hospital unveils AI-powered 3D printing for titanium implants
Siriraj Hospital, in collaboration with Meticuly, has introduced a revolutionary titanium 3D printing system powered by artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to negate logistical and time constraints by creating regulatory-compliant implants directly within healthcare facilities. The partnership has led to the installation of an innovative 3D printing system that can design, manufacture, and deliver patient-specific implants within one to seven days,…
- Thailand News
Motorcyclist crashes into taxi after road rage incident (video)
A motorcyclist, in a blind fit of road rage with a car, neglected to assess the surrounding traffic and rear-ended a taxi. The incident, captured on video and shared widely online, has sparked a flurry of comments from social media users. The heated dispute was posted on a Facebook page, with the clip showing a motorcyclist getting into an altercation…
- Thailand News
Serpent’s kiss: 4 metre python found in company bathroom
A large python measuring over 4 metres was discovered slithering into the roof of a bathroom at a staff residence of a prominent company. The snake had previously bitten an employee, requiring nearly 40 stitches. The python was found again yesterday, July 9 at 10am. Rescue workers from Chachoengsao were alerted to the presence of a massive python inside the…
- Thailand News
Ads for cosmetic procedures by medical professionals banned
The Medical Council of Thailand issued a new regulation prohibiting medical professionals from advertising their expertise in cosmetic procedures. This announcement aims to ensure ethical practices and provide accurate information to the public. Today, July 10, the Royal Gazette published Medical Council Announcement No. 39/2567 regarding the advertising of cosmetic procedures by medical practitioners. This regulation, effective immediately, aims to…
- Thailand News
Seoul-searching: South korea & Thailand kickstart trade pact talks
The Trade Ministry of South Korea yesterday announced the initiation of negotiations with Thailand to establish an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) to enhance bilateral trade and investment. The South Korean delegation, headed by Deputy Minister for FTA Negotiations Roh Keon-ki, is set to engage in discussions with his Thai counterpart, Chotima Iemsawasdikul, in Bangkok through until tomorrow, as reported by…
- Thailand News
PM Srettha highlights key achievements in first year of office
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin asserted yesterday that his administration has made significant progress in its first year, countering criticisms from opposition parties and some dissatisfied members of the Pheu Thai Party. The Thai premier yesterday, July 9, emphasised that more accomplishments will become evident over time. Addressing claims that the government had yet to deliver tangible results, the Bangkok-born PM…
- Thailand News
Alleged child rapist arrested after fatal assault of a toddler
A one-year-old toddler tragically died after being assaulted and sexually abused by her nanny’s husband in Nakhon Nayok. The incident has led to additional charges being considered by the police. The atmosphere at Nakhon Nayok Hospital was filled with sorrow as the child’s relatives, who had been by her side since she was admitted, received the heartbreaking news earlier today, July…
- Thailand News
Ang Thong park still positive amid worst coral bleaching in decades
Ang Thong National Marine Park is experiencing its most severe coral bleaching event in a decade, with conditions expected to improve by August. The park anticipates earning over 40 million baht in revenue by the end of the fiscal year. Ang Thong National Marine Park is grappling with a significant coral bleaching crisis, its most severe case in the last…
- Thailand News
Debate over gender-neutral toilets gains traction in Thailand
The debate over the concept of gender-neutral toilets in Thai society has sparked widespread discussion online. The issue arose after a proposal for exclusive LGBTQIA+ toilets was put forward, prompting questions about the feasibility of gender-neutral restrooms in Thailand. As many countries, including Thailand, become more inclusive of LGBTQIA+ communities, laws such as the Marriage Equality Act have been enacted…
- China News
Baidu’s robotaxis face backlash from Wuhan taxi drivers
Baidu’s fleet of over 500 autonomous taxis (robotaxis) in Wuhan is rapidly attracting customers, despite backlash from locals and taxi drivers. The Apollo Go service, which launched in August 2022, has become so popular in this city of 13.7 million that local taxi drivers are now urging the municipal transport authority to limit its use. In late June, Wuhan Jianshe…
- Thailand News
Thief steals car left running outside pharmacy in Samut Songkhram
A man in Samut Songkhram yesterday briefly parked his car with the engine running to buy some items at a pharmacy, only to witness a drug-addled thief steal his vehicle right before his eyes. Police swiftly apprehended the culprit at 6.30pm yesterday, July 9, who claimed he was seeking a new place to stay. Police Lieutenant Padungsak Duangdao of Samut…
- Thailand News
Teen big bike rider seriously injured in Sattahip crash
A teenage motorcycle rider today crashed into a sedan in Sattahip, Chon Buri, resulting in serious injuries, prompting an immediate dispatch of rescue teams. The Sawang Boriboon Rojana Thammasathan Sattahip Foundation reported the accident on Sukhumvit Road, heading towards Sattahip in the Na Jomtien sub-district. Rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the scene at 7.30am today, July 10. Upon arrival,…
- Thailand News
Court upholds six-year prison sentence for former Pheu Thai MP
The Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Holders of Political Office yesterday upheld the guilty verdict against former Pheu Thai MP, Anurak Tungpanithanon. The panel of judges confirmed there was no justification to overturn the original bribery ruling. Anurak, formerly representing Mukdahan, faces six years in prison for soliciting a 5-million-baht bribe from then-Chief of the Groundwater Resources Department (GRD) Sakda…
- Thailand News
Man detained for stealing century-old royal photos during house fire
Police detained the driver of an advertising tycoon yesterday, July 9, on accusations of stealing four century-old royal photos from his employer’s mansion during a fire in May. The investigative Commander of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, Police Major General Theeradet Thumsuthee revealed that detectives apprehended 36 year old Nava Hongsakul, while he was driving a luxury van in front of…
- Thailand News
Elderly Thai man rescued after three days trapped in bathroom
An elderly man was rescued after being trapped in the bathroom of his Chon Bui home for three days without food. The discovery was made at 8.10pm yesterday, July 9, by a friend of his son. Rescue officers from the Sawang Rojanathamsathan Foundation in Chon Buri were promptly dispatched following the report of 72 year old Pornchai slipping in his…
- Thailand News
Mobile users must verify SIM cards by tomorrow or face restrictions
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has mandated that individuals possessing between six and 100 SIM cards must verify their identities at mobile operators’ service centres by tomorrow, July 11, or face restrictions on outgoing calls and text messages. Out of a total of 3,981,251 SIM cards, 1,635,407 had their identities verified as of yesterday, leaving over 2.3 million…
