Pheu Thai pledges to up the ante to 70% in govt’s copay share
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Pheu Thai wooed voters by offering to increase the government’s share of the copay scheme to 70% should they get to form the government after the Feb. 8 election.
US announces aid to bolster Thailand, Cambodia truce
By AFP and published by CNA
The US will provide a total of US$45 million in assistance to bolster the Thai-Cambodian truce, says the top US State Department official for East Asia.
People’s most favorite in party-listed mode, party skippers to be denied
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
People’s topped a Thai Rath opinion poll in the party-listed mode with majority of the respondents also saying they will not vote for party-skipping contestants.
No hush-hush, behind-closed-doors talks over govt setup: Sirikanya
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Updated at 8.30 a.m., Jan. 10, 2026
People’s will shun holding secretive talks on setting up a coalition government with other parties opting for transparent negotiations, this camp’s prime minister candidate Sirikanya Tansakun said.
Laos sending more troops,ammunition to Cambodia border
Laos has over the last few days been transporting troops and armaments to a province bordering Cambodia, the “Army Military Force” Facebook page said.
Phuket landowner tables airport expansion plan
A landowner has proposed expanding congested Phuket Airport by turning a 500-rai plot adjacent to the facility into an aircraft maintenance centre.
People’s future MPs will no longer vote Anutin for PM: Thanathorn
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Former Future Forward leader Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit ruled out People’s future MPs voting for Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to remain at the helm after the Feb. 8 election.
Former chief doctor linked to Thaksin case could be promoted before retirement
A memorandum on upcoming promotions indicates that a former chief doctor at Police Hospital linked to de facto Pheu Thai boss/inmate Thaksin Shinawatra could be promoted before retirement.
Mutated strain of influenza spreading rapidly
A prominent virologist said a mutated strain of influenza is spreading fast and while vaccines are less effective antiviral medications still work.
Thai consumer confidence falls for the first time in four months in December, survey shows
By Reuters and published by CNA
Thai consumer confidence fell for the first time in four months in December amid uncertainty over upcoming general election and the border battle with Cambodia.
Ex-Thammasat education dean People’s choice for education minister
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
People’s Party has chosen former Thammasat University education dean Anuchart Puangsamlee as education minister should they get to form the next government.
Alleged scam kingpin Chen Zhi arrested and extradited to China, Cambodia says
By Agencies and published by CNA
Cambodia arrested and deported founder of Prince Holding Group Chen Zhi who has been accused of running massive scam operations at forced labour camps to China.
Karens declare independence with set up of Kawthoolei Republic
Karens under the leadership of Gen. Bo Mya’s son Maj. Gen. Nerdah Mya declared independence by establishing of Kawthoolei Republic.
Thai economy’s competitiveness is declining, central bank warns
By Reuters and published by CNA
The Bank of Thailand said the Thai economy is facing sustained decline in competitiveness with there being a lot of uncertainty in the New Year.
38 million baht damage for 22 speedboats gutted by fire in Phuket
By Thai Newsroom and Amarin TV
Total damage of the 22 speedboats destroyed in a big blaze at Phuket’s Chalong Bay pier this morning (Jan. 7) is around 38 million baht while investigation is underway to determine what sparked the fire.
Bhumjaithai aims to get no less than 20 MP seats in party-listed mode
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Bhumjaithai has set sights on getting at least 20 MP seats in the party-listed mode as the Feb. 8 general election draws near.
Ancient bronze sculptures return to Thailand after 60 years
Four ancient bronze sculptures returned by the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco were handed over to the Fine Arts Department today (Jan. 6).
Ex-diplomat picked as People’s foreign minister
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
People’s choice for foreign minister should they get to form a government after the election is former ambassador and senator Pisan Manawapat.
Ex-Thammasat law dean introduced as People’s-chosen justice minister
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
People’s Party introduced former dean of Thammasat University’s Law Faculty Munin Pongsapan as its choice for justice minister under a Professionals campaign.
Mortar round fired accidently no need for evacuation: PM
Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said as Cambodians had explained that a mortar round that hit Thai territory injuring a soldier was set off accidentally it is not necessary to evacuate border areas.
Maduro’s capture shows exploitative regimes are fragile: Army officer
By Naewna and Reuters – published by CNA
A Thai army officer compared the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro to Cambodia’s senior leader Hun Sen saying this showed regimes focused on exploiting resources are fragile.
Yodchanan rules out possibility of anyone predestined for PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Pheu Thai candidate for prime minister Yodchanan Wongsawat rejected the possibility of a certain person being a shoo-in for premiership after the election.
3,731 drink-driving cases in six days of New Year holidays
Of the 3,936 traffic accidents during six days of New Year celebrations as many as 3,731 were due to drink-driving.
Maduro to appear in US court, Trump says further strikes on Venezuela possible
By Reuters and published by CNA
US President Donald Trump warned of more strikes against Venezuela and also suggested Colombia and Mexico could face military action as captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was set to appear in court.
Thailand monitoring Venezuela situation while Sam Rainsy says Hun Sen is next in line
Thailand is closely following the situation in Venezuela after US captured President Nicolas Maduro and his wife with former Cambodian opposition leader Sam Rainsy saying senior leader Hun Sen is next in line.
Trump says US will ‘run’ Venezuela until ‘safe’ transition
By Agencies – published by CNA and CNN
US President Donald Trump said US will “run” Venezuela until a “safe” transition with captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife having arrived in New York City to face trial.
Thais fear 3rd round of fighting after Khmer border town is evacuated
Thais at Chong Chom border town are fearful of a third round of fighting breaking out after Khmers were told to evacuate the adjacent O’Smach town.
Election Commission urged to look into Anutin’s Copay-Plus promise
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
The polling agency was asked to check whether Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul could have violated the rules by promising cash handout under the Copay-Plus scheme.
Movements by Cambodian troops observed but Thailand not threatened
While Khmer troops are moving around within their territory but not threatening Thailand, an academic urged the authorities to take proactive steps to counter Cambodia’s protests worldwide.
Immigration Police release Myanmar murder suspect citing overcrowded detention centres
Mae Sot town has been shaken by a scandal about a Myanmar murder suspect being released and sent back home because of overcrowded detention centres
Sparklers on champagne bottles blamed for deadly Swiss bar fire
By AFP and published by CNA
Sparklers stuck atop champagne bottles held close to the Swiss basement bar’s low ceiling likely ignited a deadly fire that killed 40 New Year’s revellers.
937,000 voters wish to cast early votes
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
As many as 937,000 voters both within Thailand and overseas have already asked to cast their ballots early but doing so means missing out on the constitution referendum.
Bhumjaithai furious at academic for alleging next PM has been chosen
A former Bhumjaithai MP blasted an academic for saying that it has been prearranged for Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to remain at the helm after the Feb. 8 election.
Phang Nga villagers launch boat to ward off bad luck and welcome the New Year
A village in Phang Nga province performed a centuries-old ceremony whereby a special boat was put out to sea to carry away bad luck and welcome the New Year.
Couple found shot dead at their home after New Year’s Eve party
A couple was found shot dead soon after enjoying a New Year’s Eve party with some friends outside their home with the man having a good job and not in financial difficulty.
People’s and Pheu Thai teams campaign at same Chiang Mai market on New Year’s Day
A Chiang Mai market turned lively on New Year’s Day with both People’s and Pheu Thai teams peacefully campaigning there as the country heads for the Feb. 8 general election.
Thai troops urgently placing containers at Sa Kaeo border
Thai soldiers are busy placing containers at a former Cambodian refugee camp in Sa Kaeo province to boost security as the situation at the Thai-Cambodian border remains uncertain.
World welcomes 2026 after a year of Trump, truces and turmoil
By Agencies and published by CNA, updated at 8.50 a.m., Jan. 1, 2026
Revellers across the world bade good bye to 2025 which was dominated by Trump tariffs and was one of the warmest years on record and welcomed 2026 with fireworks.
Several dead as fire ravages bar in Swiss ski resort town Crans-Montana: Police
A fire that raced through a bar at a luxury Swiss ski resort town packed with New Year revellers killed and injured several people.
New Zealand’s Auckland kicks off 2026 celebrations with fireworks
By AP and published by Yahoo!News
New Zealand kicked off New Year celebrations around the world with a downtown fireworks display but Indonesia and Hong Kong are holding subdued events.
People’s duo top yearend opinion poll
A People’s Party MP and this camp’s leader emerged as most popular politicians in 2025 in a yearend Suan Dusit opinion poll.
Thailand releases 18 Cambodian PoWs
Thailand has released the 18 Cambodian prisoners of war held since last July after the 72-hour ceasefire passed without any major mishap.
New Year celebrations expected to generate over 7O billion baht revenue
As the New Year is so close now TAT said it expects the celebrations to draw over 70 billion baht revenue with countdown events being held across the country.
Cabinet nod for 1-3% headline inflation target for 2026
The Cabinet today (Dec. 30) approved a target of 1-3 percent headline inflation rate for 2026 but this could be shaken by global factors.
Cambodia bans drone flights and holds nationwide prayers for peace
Cambodia banned flying drones after Thailand spotted 250 crossing over to Thai territory amid nationwide prayers for peace and end to conflict.
People’s contestant in Bangkok changed due to money-laundering charges
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
People’s had to change a Bangkok election condidate after an arrest warrant was issued for him on money-laundering charges.
Anutin to push border wall construction while Phnom Penh bans fireworks
Even as the Thai-Cambodian border remained calm Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said he will push the construction of a wall there while Phnom Penh has banned New Year fireworks.
Thailand and Cambodia agree to ‘consolidate ceasefire’ in China talks
By Agencies – published by CNA and Thai Newsroom
Thailand and Cambodia’s top diplomats agreed to consolidate the ceasefire in trilateral talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi while another Thai soldier lost a leg in a landmine blast.
Suspicious plane leaves Cambodia via Thai airspace
A Belarusian cargo plane that avoided Thai airspace in flying to Cambodia hours after the ceasefire started did cross Thai airspace on its return trip but diverted from its destination.
Thai and Cambodian top diplomats meet in China to solidify ceasefire
By AP and published by Yahoo!News
Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow and Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn are holding talks mediated by their Chinese counterpart Wang Yi to strengthen the ceasefire.
Large Chinese cargo plane delivers humanitarian aid to Cambodia
A large Chinese cargo plane flew humanitarian aid to Cambodia today (Dec. 28) while Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul does not believe a Belarusian plane flew weapons there.
‘Unfair election’: Young voters absent from Myanmar polls
By AFP and published by CNA
Young voters are opting out of voting in Myanmar’s “unfair election” that international rights campaigners have dismissed as a sham.
Contestants for constituency-based MPs scramble to draw lots
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Election fever is spreading across the country as thousands flock to apply to run for MPs in constituency-based mode in the upcoming general election.
Suspicious Belarusian cargo plane lands at Phnom Penh after ceasefire
A suspicious Belarusian cargo plane landed at Phnom Penh soon after the Thai-Cambodian 72-hour ceasefire began today (Dec. 27) after deliberately detouring Thai airspace.
Thai-Cambodia 72-hour ceasefire agreement holding up in Sa Kaeo
Thailand and Cambodia this morning (Dec. 27) signed a joint statement agreeing to a 72-hour ceasefire and return of 18 Khmer PoWs with the fighting having stopped in Sa Kaeo.
2 popular radio stations shutting down at yearend
Two popular radio stations are going off air at yearend as Tero Radio Co., Ltd. is closing its business after 35 years.
Most people dissatisfied with Bhumjaithai-led govt: KPI poll
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
A KPI poll shows the majority of respondents are dissatisfied with performance of Bhumjaithai-led government while Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has roped in a running mate for premiership.
Thailand proposes 72–hour ceasefire with PoWs to be freed if truce holds up
Thailand has proposed a 72-hour ceasefire with this to be signed at the GBC meeting tomorrow (Dec. 27) and Khmer PoWs to be freed if it holds up.
Ceasefire possible tomorrow with 72-hour follow-up period
A Thai-Cambodian ceasefire could be declared tomorrow (Dec. 27) with the National Security Council considering the sixth draft of the truce agreement.
Final day of Thai-Cambodian border meeting starts with private meeting
The last day of the Thai-Cambodian talks started this morning (Dec. 26) with delegation heads holding a private meeting amidst ongoing heavy clashes.
Khmers too burnt a statue of Chinese deity Guanyin
Amidst anger over the destruction of a statue of Hindu god Vishnu the Army Military Force Facebook page pointed out that Khmers too had previously burnt a statue of Chinese goddess Guanyin.
Demolition of Hindu god statue not related to religion or beliefs: Thai army
Upon being condemned by India for destroying a statue of Hindu god Vishnu at the border, the Thai army clarified that this action was not related to religion or beliefs as the statue was not registered as a religious monument and it was necessary to control the area.
India condemns Thailand for destroying a statue of a Hindu god
By Hindustan Times and Thai Newsroom
India reacted to the demolition of a statue of Lord Vishnu by the Thai military at Chong An Ma by saying “such disrespectful acts hurt the sentiments of followers around the world”.
Second day of Thai-Cambodian border talks get underway
The second day of Thai-Cambodian bilateral discussions on border agreements started this morning (Dec. 25) at Chanthaburi border crossing.
Trinuch running in lieu of Prawit as top Palang Pracharath contestant for PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
With Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwan no longer in the race for premiership due to health reasons, it is Labour Minister Trinuch Thienthong who is running in his stead.
Thai-Cambodian meeting at Chanthaburi lasts less than an hour
Updated at 9 p.m., Dec. 24, 2025
The Thai-Cambodian General Border Committee meeting at Chanthaburi late afternoon today (Dec. 24) lasted less than an hour.
Road rage murder suspect nabbed at Koh Chang
Police tracked down a road rage murder suspect at Koh Chang, Trat, just as he was getting ready to catch a boat to Cambodia.
Police chasing suspect who shot dead another motorist on expressway
Police are chasing a suspect who shot dead another motorist on the expressway likely in a road rage and is now heading for Trat province.
SEC urged to issue warning against buying scammer-linked shares
By Thai Newsroom and TV Channel 7
Former finance minister Korn Chatikavanij urged the SEC to issue a warning against buying shares of listed companies linked to money-laundering scam gangs.
Bhumjaithai aims to grab no less than half the total 60 southern MP seats
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Bhumjaithai intends to grab at least half of the total 60 MP seats in the South after several ex-MPs from disintegrating parties hopped over to their camp.
Somsak in charge of Pheu Thai campaign for upper-central constituencies
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Taking charge of Pheu Thai’s campaign in the upper-central zone is Somsak Thepsuthin with strong backing from former deputy minister Anucha Nakhasai who recently skipped over from a disintegrating camp.
Another Thai soldier dies in border battle while 2 more buildings in Poipet destroyed
By Thai Newsroom, Naewna newspaper and Amarin TV
A Thai soldier died in fierce fighting at Sa Kaeo province and four others got injured while Thai forces destroyed two more buildings at Khmer border town Poipet.
4 nabbed for flying drones near Suvarnabhumi Airport
Four Myanmar men were arrested at a hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport on charges of flying drones nearby with ten unmanned aerial vehicles seized from them.
Cambodia asks Thailand to move border talks to Malaysia
By AFP and published by CNA
Cambodia has asked Thailand to move talks on the possibility of resuming a ceasefire scheduled to take place tomorrow (Dec. 24) to Malaysia.
Ministers running among Bhumjaithai party-listed contestants
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Former and current ministers from some parties are among Bhumjaithai’s 100 party-listed contestants in the upcoming election while Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is due to name his running mates for premiership this week.
Suvarnabhumi Airport confirms drone sightings nearby, investigation underway
Suvarnabhumi Airport confirmed drones were seen flying nearby for two nights in a row but but they did not enter the flight path.
Cambodia and Thailand defence officials to meet to discuss truce, Thai foreign minister says
By Reuters and published by Yahoo!News
Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said at an Asean meeting in Kuala Lumpur today (Dec. 22) that Thailand and Cambodia will meet on Wednesday to discuss the possibility of resuming a ceasefire.
Asean to seek resolution to Thailand-Cambodia conflict with Malaysia meeting
By Reuters and published by Yahoo!News
Asean foreign ministers will today (Dec. 22) try to end clashes raging at the Thai-Cambodian border by reviving a short-lived ceasefire brokered by Malaysia.
Shells hit Sa Kaeo community sparking fire
Clashes continued along the border at Sa Kaeo province with shells fired by Khmer troops hitting a community damaging houses and starting a fire.
Residents panic after seeing several ‘drones’ near Suvarnabhumi airport
Residents claim they saw a large fleet of drones flying near Suvarnabhumi airport but officials have not yet confirmed they are Unmanned Aerial Vehicles.
Aranyaprathet, Poipet residents evacuate as fighting flares up again
Residents of both Thai border town Arayaprathet and Poipet just across on the Cambodian side were evacuated after rockets were fired at Thai residential zones.
Thai troops recapture Hill 350 after lengthy battle
By Thai Newsroom and Amarin TV
The battle to recapture Hill 350 near Prasat Ta Kwai ancient temple ended today (Dec. 20) with Thai troops seizing control while another casino was bombed.
US’ Rubio hopes Thailand, Cambodia will restore truce by Dec. 22 or 23
By AFP published by Straits Times and Amarin TV
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the US is hopeful Thailand and Cambodia will reach a ceasefire by Monday or Tuesday as a special Asean foreign ministers meeting is taking place.
PM2.5 pollution staying high during Dec. 20-26
A warning has been issued that PM2.5 toxic dust pollution is rising from today (Dec. 20) till Dec. 26 particularly in Bangkok and surrounding areas.
Anutin cannot yet find running mates for PM under Bhumjaithai banners
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
While all other key political parties have unveiled their candidates for head of state Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has still to rope in a couple of running mates.
Thai scam gang chief arrested after fleeing border fighting
The leader of a Thai scam gang working at a Chinese-owned fraud factory in Cambodia was arrested after fleeing the border clashes to his hometown.
Sihasak discusses border battle with US Secretary of State over the phone
By Thai Newsroom and PPTVHD36
Thai Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow discussed the Thai-Cambodian border clashes with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio while petitioning the UN.
Chinese Foreign Minister mediates to end Thai-Cambodian border battle
By Thai Newsroom and Amarin TV
China’s Foreign Affairs Minister Wang Yi talked to his Thai and Cambodia counterparts over the phone to try to end the fighting at the border while another clash broke out in Trat this morning (Dec. 19).
‘Yellow flag’ flood alert at four Hat Yai communities
Hat Yai is again at risk of being flooded with a “Yellow Flag” alert declared at four communities after torrential rain from last night continued to lash this southern city today (Dec. 18).
People’s names 4 contestants for deputy PMs, only Nattapong pitted for PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
The People’s Party named four former MPs for deputy prime ministers while this camp’s leader Nattapong Ruengpanyawut is the sole candidate for premiership.
No contact from Chinese special envoy so far: PM
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said this morning (Dec. 18) that China’s Special Envoy had not yet contacted him while Thai fighter jets bombed a part of Poipet.
Footbridge at Bang Na-Trat road collapses, inbound traffic paralysed
A pedestrian overpass at Bang Na-Trat road collapsed upon being hit by a dump truck this morning (Dec. 18) with three people getting injured as their vehicles got crushed.
Oscars telecast to move off broadcast TV to YouTube in 2029
By Reuters and published by CNA
In a major change Oscars telecast will be streamed live on YouTube around the world from 2029 onwards as ABC ends decades-long broadcast as Academy partners
Trat border now under complete control of Thai military
Although the Trat border is now completely under Thai military control, heavy clashes are continuing in the Second Army Region zone particularly at Prasat Ta Kwai ancient temple and Hill 350.
Chinese scam boss wanted by Interpol nabbed at airport
A Chinese scam gang leader wanted under an Interpol Red Notice was arrested at Suvarnabhumi airport after swindling over 500 Chinese victims out of around 1 billion baht.
Thai army releases video of Thai flag being planted at Prasat Ta Kwai temple
The Thai army shared a video showing soldiers planting the Thai flag atop Prasat Ta Kwai temple this morning (Dec. 17) as Western lobbyists hired by Cambodia launched a drive slamming Thailand.
Thammanat to be named top Klatham contestant for PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Updated at 6.30 p.m. Dec. 16, 2025
De facto Klamtham boss Thammanat Prompao is gearing up to run as his camp’s top contestant for prime minister despite shady allegations while Pheu Thai too unveiled three premiership contestants.
Ex-People’s MP denied chance to seek re-election despite executive board’s approval
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
A kerfuffle at the People’s camp saw the Secretary-General denying ex-MP Traiwat Imjai the chance to seek re-election in Samut Prakan despite the executive board giving the go-ahead.
Anutin retorts to Trump – tell Cambodia to stop firing first
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul asked US President Donald Trump to tell Cambodia to stop firing first amid a new tariff threat.
Trump says he has asked Xi to release Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai
By AFP and published by CNA
US President Donald Trump has asked Chinese leader Xi Jinping to release Hong Kong pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai who has been found guilty of national security offences.
Akanat leads exodus of ex-Ruam Thai Sang Chart MPs for Newin’s camp
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Former Ruam Thai Sang Chart secretary-general Akanat Prompan led some MPs to join Bhumjaithai Party as did former Chart Thai Pattana leader Varawut Silpa-archa.
Atirat seeks re-election in Korat under People’s banners
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Ex-transport minister Atirat Ratanaset who previously hopped from Pheu Thai to Palang Pracharath has now skipped over to People’s camp.
Thai-flagged vessel spotted transporting fuel to Cambodia, popular Facebook page says
Prominent Facebook page CSI LA shared a map showing the location of a Thai-flagged vessel that had sailed to Singapore to pick up fuel and then transported it to Cambodia.
Screening of visa-free entry by Cambodians, high-risk Westerners stepped up
Immigration Police have tightened control of visa-free entry by Cambodians and high-risk Westerners as it is feared “mercenaries” could be coming in as fighting rages at the Thai-Cambodian border.
Trump threatens necessary legal action to end Thai-Cambodian clashes
A White House spokesperson said US President Donald Trump will be taking necessary legal action against those responsible for the fighting at Thai-Cambodian border continuing.
16 Thai soldiers killed so far, over 300 injured
With fighting still raging at the Thai-Cambodian border so far 16 Thai soldiers have been killed and over 300 injured while thousands of Thais are stranded at Poipet.
Somsak, Suriya tipped to stay with Pheu Thai, Thaksin to join in post-election coalition talk
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
A Pheu Thai faction led by Somsak Thepsuthin and Suriya Juangroongruangkit will likely stay on with this camp while de facto party boss/inmate Thaksin Shinawatra is expected to hold hush-hush talks on forging a new coalition government.
Soaring higher with another art exhibition
A riveting art exhibition by eminent Thai-born-Indian artist Asoke Aryapratheep was unveiled at Supples Gallery in Bangkok last night (Dec. 13) with some stunning larger paintings intermingled with smaller ones on show.
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Four more Thai soldiers die in fierce skirmish
Four more Thai soldiers died in a fierce skirmish at Chong An Ma in Ubon Ratchathani while heavy shelling forced a Thai unit to temporarily pull out of Prasat Khana ancient site.
Fighting continues as Anutin tells Trump blast was not an accident
By Thai Newsroom and Amarin TV
Thai and Cambodian forces are still fighting despite US President Donald Trump having announced a ceasefire with Thai Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul saying “it’s definitely not a roadside accident..”
Thai and Cambodian leaders agree to renew a ceasefire after days of deadly clashes, Trump says
By AP and published by CNA
US President Donald Trump said Thailand and Cambodia agreed to halt the border fighting after calls with the two countries’ leaders.
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People’s vow to become largest elected camp in nationwide race to Parliament
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
People’s leader Nattapong Ruengpanyawut is aiming to become the largest party in the upcoming election so as to not be “double-crossed” by other camps.
House of Representatives dissolved, general election tipped for early February
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has dissolved the House of Representatives after a startling about-face by Bhumjaithai MPs on constitution amendment with a general election expected to be held early February.
Heavy fighting raging across all fronts at the border
Fierce combat is still raging at all fronts along the Thai-Cambodian border this morning (Dec. 12) while a Cambodian couple was arrested on spying charges.
Thai villagers flee as Myanmar junta clashes with Karen resistance
Intense fighting between Myanmar junta troops and Karen resistance fighters just across from Mae Sot led to Thai villagers fleeing for safety while 10 Chinese scammers crossed over and surrendered.
Israeli visitors to Thailand plummet as ‘Unwelcome’ signs come out
A big drop in Israeli visitors to Thailand last month shows reports about their misbehavior and illegal activities here have had an impact.
Cathay passenger tries to open aircraft door mid-flight from Boston to Hong Kong
By Reuters and published by CNA
A passenger on a Cathay Pacific flight from Boston to Hong Kong tried to open an aircraft door mid-flight but the crew handled the emergency.
SAT told to resolve problems still dogging SEA Games
The Sports Authority of Thailand was urged to quickly tackle problems still besetting the 33rd SEA Games two days after it started.
Thai F-16s bomb another casino with Chinese citizens likely injured in earlier airstrike
Thai F-16 fighter jets bombed another casino on the Cambodian side of the border last night (Dec. 10) with the Chinese embassy in Phnom Penh checking reports of Chinese citizens getting injured in an earlier casino airstrike.
Divided Fed lowers rates, signals pause and one 2026 cut as growth rebounds
By Reuters and published by CNA
The US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point with just one quarter-percentage-point cut in 2026 foreseen.
PM summoned again to testify before House panel over anti-scam measures
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
A House committee again called Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to testify on steps to crack down on Cambodia-based scam networks with big sums of dirty money being used to buy weapons.
Anutin ready to hold talks with Trump if he calls
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said he is ready to talk to US President Donald Trump about the Thai-Cambodia battle while curfew has been imposed in parts of Sa Kaeo province.
Trump says to make phone call to stop Thai-Cambodia fighting
By Reuters and published by Ddnews.gov.in
US President Donald Trump said he will be making a phone call to stop the Thai-Cambodian fighting that continues to rage along the border.
Gripen jets bomb casino used as Khmer command post
Thai JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets bombed a casino at a Cambodian border town used as a command post amid heavy attacks on the Thai side.
PM urged to have charter amendment referendum simultaneously held alongside election
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul was urged by chief opposition whip Pakornwut Udompipatsakul to ensure a public referendum on constitution amendment be simultaneously held alongside the upcoming general election.
46 Khmer troops die in attack on headquarters, 2 more Thai soldiers dead
An attack on a Cambodian battalion headquarters killed 46 Khmer soldiers while two more Thai soldiers died in today’s combat (Dec. 9).
Khmers launch heavy attack while accusing Thais of firing toxic smoke
Cambodian forces launched a heavy attack this morning [Dec. 9] while accusing Thai troops of firing toxic smoke at a military base.
Trump urges Cambodia, Thailand to honour ceasefire amid renewed border clashes
By Anadolu Agency
US president Donald Trump “expects the governments of Cambodia and Thailand to fully honour their commitments to end this conflict,” says senior administration official.
Thai army destroys five Cambodian military targets
The Second Army Region said it has destroyed five Cambodian military targets today [Dec. 8] while warning of possible rocket attacks tonight.
Thai task force moves to reclaim Thai territory at Sa Kaeo
Clashes at Thai-Cambodian border are continuing with Buraphas Task Force kicking off an operation to reclaim Thai sovereign territory at the border in Sa Kaeo province.
F-16 fighter jets hit Cambodian targets as troops cut off cable car
Thai air force scrambled F-16 fighter jets to hit Cambodian military positions while Thai troops have cut off the cable car link to Prasat Ta Kwai ancient temple.
Urgent! Cambodia fires BM-21 rockets at Buriram
The Cambodian army fired BM-21 rockets at residential areas of Buriram this morning (Dec. 8) with initial reports indicating there were no injuries.
2 Thai soldiers injured in fierce clash at border
A new clash broke at the Thai-Cambodian border this afternoon (Dec. 7) with two Thai soldiers getting injured before it subsided.
Thai army denies firing at Khmer troops first amid claim they did not respond
The Thai army refuted Cambodia’s claim that Thai troops had opened fire at Khmer soldiers who did not respond as in fact the Khmer unit had crossed over to the Thai side and unleashed gunfire.
Julapun remains tightlipped over censure motion date
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Pheu Thai leader Julapun Amornvivat refused to say when his camp will file a censure motion against Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul with the House to reconvene next Friday.
Thais affected by risk of country becoming ‘global money laundering hub’
By Thai Rath Money
Amid a risk of Thailand becoming a global money laundering hub it is not just the economy that would be hit as ordinary people are also vulnerable in many ways.
Well-known Samut Prakan lawyer linked to VIP prison case
Investigation of Bangkok Remand Prison, aka VIP prison, shows that a prominent Samut Prakan lawyer was involved in the snowballing case involving special privileges for Chinese inmates.
Prominent Thai journalist died from cyanide poisoning
A well-known television reporter who died a few days ago had been poisoned with cyanide at his home after returning from work.
Myanmar junta, Karens bomb casino at Myawaddy
Myanmar junta troops and Karen fighters bombed a two-storey casino in Myawaddy today (Dec. 5) while hunting for foreign scammers.
Bangkok’s air quality now good with PM2.5 dust decreasing
After a few days of heavy pollution Bangkok’s air quality improved markedly this morning (Dec. 5) with even cleaner air forecast.
Actress granted 1 million baht bail, to undergo psychological counselling
Famous actress Nana Rybena was temporarily released after posting 1 million baht bail but the court ordered her to undergo psychological counselling.
PM admits having merely met Ben Smith as ‘acquaintance’
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul admitted he had met rogue dealer Ben Smith but that he was merely an “acquaintance” after a photo of them together emerged.
Pantone names Cloud Dancer its colour of the year 2026
By Issy Ronald, CNN
Pantone’s Colour of the year for 2026 is a dramatic departure with the choice being a balanced white named Cloud Dancer which the institute says serves as a symbol of calm in a hectic society.
Thai netizens slam AI-generated SEA Games poster
An AI-generated poster promoting “33rd SEA Games Virtual Run” was lambasted by Thai netizens for containing numerous irregularities.
Myanmar junta, Karen army dynamite scam hub building at border
Myanmar junta and Karens dynamited a 12-storey scam hub building at the border while China has sent chartered planes to fly scammers back home.
Thai pageant chief files defamation complaint against Miss Universe 2025
A Thai pageant organiser has filed a defamation complaint against Miss Universe 2025 Fatima Bosch Fernandez in a row over the word “dumbhead”.
Popular actress nabbed on charges of defrauding 17 people
Famous Thai actress Nana Rybena has been arrested on charges of defrauding friends, acquaintances and parents of students studying in international schools out of 195 million baht.
Thai inflation posts eighth straight negative reading in November
By Reuters and published by CNA
For the eight month in a row Thailand’s annual headline inflation was in negative territory last month due to energy prices sliding and steps to alleviate the cost of living.
Fire at Rayong waste plant contained after nine hours
A fire raging at a Rayong waste treatment plant was finally contained after nine hours last night (Dec. 2) with firemen continuing to spray water to prevent flare-ups.
Pipat shrugs off Abhisit’s surge in hype among southerners
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Deputy Prime Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn who is Bhumjaithai’s campaign chief is unperturbed by Democrat leader Abhisit Vejjajiva becoming more popular in the South.
‘Big Joke’ challenges flood death toll as ministry insists not as high as 1,000
A verbal clash broke out between a senior Public Health Ministry official and former deputy national police chief Pol. Gen. Surachate Hakphan over Hat Yai flood death toll after the latter said it could reach 1,000.
PM2.5 pollution soars in several provinces impacting health
PM2.5 pollution spiked in Bangkok and several other provinces today (Dec. 2) with this to continue till the beginning of the New Year.
Abhisit most favourite to southerners as next PM: NIDA Poll
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Democrat leader Abhisit Vejjajiva is the top favourite among southerners to become the next prime minister, the latest NIDA poll shows.
Economic panel approves four flood relief measures
Four comprehensive measures to assist flood-hit southern provinces have been approved by the Economic Policy Committee with one being interest-free loan for victims.
Khmer troops haven’t seized cliff in Buriram: Army
The Second Army Region denied Khmer troops have seized Pha Inthra cliff in Buriram and is taking legal action against those spreading the fake news.
GPS leads trailer-truck laden with fireworks to canal fall
A trailer-truck carrying tonnes of fireworks to Suphanburi was directed by GPS to travel along a canal dirt road where the vehicle flipped and plunged into the water.
Parts of Trang still flooded despite rain having stopped falling
Several houses in southern Trang province remain flooded to the roof even though it stopped raining four days ago with a diversion canal unable to drain floodwaters fast enough.
Thai minister to brief India about border tensions
By TV Channel 7 and Thai Newsroom
Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow is visiting India to brief New Delhi about the situation at the Thai-Cambodian border and why the peace agreement was suspended.
Prawit opts to vie for PM again in upcoming election
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwan threw his hat in the ring to run for prime minister in the upcoming general election with strong support from his party.
‘Big Joke’ presses PM to release true southern floods death toll
Former deputy national police chief Pol. Gen. Surachate Hakphan urged the government to release the real death toll of severe southern floods which he has found out has soared to 550.
Chinese man sneaking into Thailand injured in landmine blast
A Chinese man who illegally slipped into Thailand from Cambodia got injured in a landmine explosion early this morning (Nov. 29).
Immigration Bureau waives overstay fine for foreigners stranded in floods
The Immigration Bureau has dropped overstay fine for foreign tourists stranded in the floods that swamped eight southern provinces for days.
Thaksin’s son-in-law tipped to be named among trio of Pheu Thai candidates for PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
De facto Pheu Thai boss/inmate Thaksin Shinawatra’s son-in-law Nattapong Kunakornwong is expected to be named one of trio Pheu Thai candidates for prime minister in the looming general election.
PM flies to Hat Yai for fourth time to oversee flood relief work
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul headed to Hat Yai for the fourth time today (Nov. 28) and while the flooding has receded, Mafia-entrenched District 8 remained under water.
Supercars, Tesla vehicles destroyed in warehouse blaze
Some luxury sports cars and Tesla vehicles were gutted in a fierce fire that raced through a warehouse in Nonthaburi this morning (Nov. 28).
Over 100 bodies found in Hat Yai floods: Police
Police forensic unit has found over a hundred dead bodies in Hat Yai floods while satellite imagery plus AIS data revealed over 300,000 phone numbers were active in flooded zones at the height of inundation.
In pictures: Hat Yai after floodwaters started receding
After suffering days of devastating floods there was a big improvement in Hat Yai city after floodwaters started receding and urgently needed supplies reached the victims.
Paetongtarn shares photo of Thaksin in prison uniform and cropped hair
Former prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra shared a photo of her father de facto Pheu Thai boss-turn-inmate Thaksin Shinawatra with a buzz cut and wearing prison uniform taken during a special family visit.
Severe floods have cost southern economy 25 billion baht so far: Research
Kasikorn Research Centre says the critical flooding in southern provinces, particularly Songkhla, has so far shaved off 25 billion baht from the regional economy.
Two shots fired at jet-skiing rescuers in Hat Yai
For the second night in a row shots were fired at jet-skiing rescuers in Hat Yai forcing them to withdraw with the military suspecting Far South insurgents are trying to stir up trouble.
Southern floods death toll reaches 33 as evacuation continues
The heavy floods ravaging several southern provinces have so far killed 33 people with evacuation underway in other provinces too aside from heavily-hit Songkhla.
Four dead after fire engulfs residential high-rise buildings in Hong Kong
Hong Kong firefighters are still battling a blaze that engulfed 31-storey towers of a residential complex as dusk fell, with at least four people having died.
Prapat tipped to turn to Klatham in lieu of Bhumjaithai
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Despite Chart Thai Pattana leader Varawut Silpa-archa hopping over to Bhumjaithai this camp’s Secretary-General Prapat Pothasuthon seems keen on joining Klatham.
Secret room at ‘VIP prison’ built eight months ago with Chinese inmates covering the cost
The secret room at Bangkok Remand Prison which well-heeled Chinese inmates used was built 8 months ago at a cost of 2 million baht which they paid for with Chinese women also regularly visiting them.
Hat Yai still severely flooded as forest runoffs swamp Trang
Key southern city Hat Yai remained severely flooded this morning (Nov. 25) amid difficulty in evacuating residents while forest runoffs swamped parts of Trang.
People’s suggests Pheu Thai put off censure motion for sake of charter changes
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
People’s Party has asked Pheu Thai to put off a censure motion against Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul until a charter amendment bill clears the House.
Ex-Bangkok Remand Prison director, senior official suspended from duty
The former director of Bangkok Remand Prison where models visited Chinese VIP inmates and another senior official have been suspended as police investigate the premises.
Khmer soldiers using casino buildings as base to fly spy drones
Cambodian soldiers are now using casino buildings along the border as a military base to send drones on missions to Thailand.
Pattani floods worsen as dam releases water
Floodwaters rose higher in Pattani after a dam released water as barrage of torrential rain continues with three persons having died there so far.
Expert slams substandard water management as Hat Yai suffers worst floods in 25 years
An environment expert blasted the government for poor water management as southern Hat Yai city suffers the worst floods in 25 years after around 600 millimetres of rain fell in three days.
Another Thai man tortured to death at Poipet
Just a few days after a Thai man was said to have been tortured to death at a scam centre in Poipet another Thai man similarly died there yesterday (Nov. 22).
Panel probing frequent trips to Macau by ex-Bangkok Remand Prison director
A Justice Ministry committee is investigating frequent trips to Macau by former Bangkok Remand Prison director where it is suspected he was paid off for allowing Chinese inmates enjoy special privileges.
Thai activist group stages protest in front of Malaysian Embassy
Thai activists staged a protest in front of the Malaysian embassy today (Nov. 22) and are heading to the US embassy to rally there too.
PM in Hat Yai to tackle severe flooding
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is in Hat Yai city to oversee flood relief work after torrential rain since last night led to floodwaters rising waist high.
Small boats warned to not leave Pattaya shore
A red flag was raised in Pattaya today (Nov. 22) forbidding small boats from setting sail but bigger passenger boats are still going to Koh Larn.
‘Secret room’ for models to serve VIP Chinese inmates found at prison
Chinese VIP inmates at Bangkok Remand prison met models at a modified guards room with investigation into special privileges they enjoy continuing.
Pheu Thai has prepared censure motion against PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Pheu Thai has already worked out a censure motion against Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to be lodged when parliamentary session resumes next month but the premier will likely opt to dissolve the House to dodge it.
9 Thai tourists missing as boat capsizes off Pattaya
Rescuers are searching for nine Thai tourists missing in the sea off Pattaya after their boat capsized upon being hit with strong waves.
Miss Universe 2025: Miss Mexico wins title after host insult drama
By AFP and published by CNA
A drama-riddled Miss Universe pageant held in Thailand ended with Miss Mexico winning the title while Miss Thailand was first runner-up and Miss Venezuela second runner-up.
Varawut tipped to lead departure of Chart Thai Pattana MPs for Bhumjaithai
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Likely making a beeline for Bhumjaithai camp is Chart Thai Pattana leader Varawut Silpa-archa who will be taking some MPs along with him.
Panel probing ex-prison chief over Chinese grey capitalist VIP inmates
The former chief of Bangkok Remand Prison is being investigated for allowing Chinese grey capitalist inmates jailed there enjoy special privileges including visits by beautiful women.
Thai students create a bomb disposal device to clear PMN-2 landmines
Surin Technical College students and their instructors have created a bomb disposal device to clear PMN-2 landmines at the Thai-Cambodian border.
Nearly 20 schools shut as heavy rain, floods ravage Phatthalung
Phattalung province is heavily flooded today (Nov 20) as torrential all-night rain has not stopped with nearly 20 schools shut.
Cambodia’s claim of blast during Asean observers’ visit fake news: Thai army
The Thai army quashed claims by Cambodia that they lobbed grenades while the Asean Observer Team was visiting the border pointing out that these observers were in fact imposters.
Cambodia claims Asean observers heard explosions on Thai side of the border
Cambodia claimed Asean observers had to pull out of the border area after explosions were heard on the Thai side while the two countries launched a drone border survey.
Key Singaporean scammer arrested in Khon Kaen
A Singaporean man wanted for scamming victims from Cambodia was found hiding in Khon Kaen and will now be deported to the island city-state.
Thaksin to miss Pheu Thai electoral campaign, literally
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Being behind bars and entangled with legal battles de facto Pheu Thai boss/inmate Thaksin Shinawatra will likely not kick off his party’s electoral campaign with the general election now drawing near.
What happened to Thaksin is unacceptable: Pheu Thai MP
A Pheu Thai MP said after the Supreme Court ordered de facto party boss-turned-inmate Thaksin Shinawatra to pay back taxes totalling 17.6 billion baht that this is unacceptable.
OAG to appeal lese majeste lawsuit against Thaksin in Appellate Court
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prosecutors have decided to lodge an appeal on a lese majeste case against de facto Pheu Thai boss-turned-inmate Thaksin Shinawatra at the Appellate Co
Another Thai found dead in Poipet after being brutally beaten
Another Thai has reportedly been found dead at Khmer border town Poipet after his Chinese scam boss ordered him brutally beaten for trying to escape.
Struggling rice farmers face planting zone adjustment
By TV Channel 7 and Thai Newsroom
Amid low rice prices and floods farmers now face a new challenge as the government moves to encourage them to switch to other crops through a new project.
Thai-Cambodian MoUs 43 and 44 not a problem with the issue being breaching them
The Thai army said there is no fault in the wording of MoUs 43 and 44 signed by Thailand and Cambodia with the issue being nonobservance of the terms.
Is the minimum wage enough to cover the cost of living in Bangkok?
Even with the minimum wage in Bangkok now being 400 baht a day, the cost of living in this city full of opportunities is higher than this for many workers.
Slanging match between Thai, Cambodian soldiers but no clash
A shouting match broke out between Thai and Cambodian soldiers at the border today (Nov. 16) with the latter raising and pointing an RPG launcher but no clash occurred.
Over 30,000 dangerous fake lighters seized
Police warned the public that fake lighters have spread in the upper central region and they are dangerous as they could easily explode.
Suspected rogue MP brags about being named minister in future govt
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Despite allegations of entanglement in online gambling activity a Klatham MP boasted that he would be named a minister in the next government if he clears his name.
Thailand says US trade talks to proceed despite Cambodia dispute
By Reuters and published by CNA
US-Thailand tariff negotiations are continuing with the temporary halt being before US President Donald Trump and Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul talked on the phone.
US suspends tariff negotiations with Thailand in push to comply with peace pact
By Amarin TV and AFP – published by CNA
US has temporarily halted tariff negotiations with Thailand as President Donald Trump leans on the country to comply with the Thai-Khmer peace agreement.
Trump holds calls on Thailand-Cambodia conflict, White House says
By Reuters – published by Indian Express, and Free Malaysia Today
US President Donald Trump called representatives of both Thailand and Cambodia seeking to help mediate the new border flare-up.
Thai govt, BRN to hold Far South peace talks
The Thai government and BRN agreed to resume Far South peace talks next month at a special meeting in Kuala Lumpur.
Ex-Khmer lawmaker accuses Thailand of moving boundary marker and taking up territory
A former Cambodian MP accused Thailand of moving a boundary marker and encroaching on his country’s territory while two more landmines were found at Ubon Ratchathani.
Thai, Cambodian leaders renew peace commitment after border flare-up, says Anwar
By Bernama and published by Malaysia Mail
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he has spoken to both Thai and Cambodian leaders and they reaffirmed their peace commitment after a new border flare-up.
60,000 Ayutthaya households suffering from severe flooding
More than 60,000 households in Ayutthaya are in dire straits with severe flooding having swamped their farms and homes for over three months and 15 people have already died.
Italy probes claims of ‘sniper safaris’ in Sarajevo during 1990s siege
By AFP and published by India Today
Italian prosecutors are investigating allegations that “war tourists” travelled on weekend “sniper safaris” to Sarajevo to shoot at citizens during the Bosnian-Serb army’s siege of the city between 1992 and 1996.
Why FUT hair transplants in Bangkok are gaining international recognition
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Sale could revolutionise Sheff Wed – administrator
By Dale Johnson, BBC
Seven deep-pocketed parties are interested in buying Sheffield Wednesday since the football club which was previously owned by Thai businessman Dejpon Chansiri was placed into administration on October 24.
Cambodia going all out to slander Thailand: Thai army
The Thai army debunked fake news spread by the Cambodian government with accusations of opening fire at Khmer civilians being disinformation.
Former police officer arrested on kidnapping and extortion charges
A former police officer was arrested on charges of kidnapping and extorting a Taiwanese businessman in 2021.
India says Delhi blast was ‘terror incident’, sources cite possible link with Kashmir arrests
By Reuters and published by CNA
India confirmed that the car blast in Delhi was a “terror incident” with sources saying it was likely linked to the arrest of seven men, including two doctors, in Kashmir.
Anutin might dissolve House before Thaksin is freed from jail
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will likely dissolve the House and call an election before de facto Pheu Thai boss/inmate Thaksin Shinawatra is released on parole.
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Staying at a 3-star hotel in Phuket city centre has a lot of advantages provided holidaymakers choose wisely for a memorable vacation on this beautiful island.
Brief clash at tense Thai-Cambodian border
Thai troops fired warning shots after Khmer soldiers unleashed a volley of gunfire at the borderline in Sa Kaeo province with Cambodia later saying one civilian got killed.
Villagers quickly evacuated after heavy weapons fired
Villagers rushed to shelters at the Sa Kaeo border this evening (Nov. 12) after sounds of heavy weapons were heard.
Scammers said to have moved their key base to Laos
Scammers on the run from crackdowns in Myanmar appear to have moved to a new complex with several large buildings in Vientiane, Laos.
Anutin declares ‘peace is over’ and rips up peace pact with Cambodia
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul declared that the peace agreement with Cambodia is over and Thailand is now proceeding with the next step without discussing with anyone.
Thai army cancels all agreements with Cambodia as hostilities linger on
Thai Army Chief Gen. Pana Khlaeoplotthuk this morning (Nov. 11) terminated all agreements with Cambodia after some soldiers got injured in a landmine blast yesterday.
How to choose a Phuket beach resort if you like affordable luxury
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Alcohol sale and consumption rules to be clarified soon
The government is moving to change rules on selling and drinking alcohol in restaurants with clarity likely by Dec. 4.
Delhi police say car blast being probed under anti-terrorism law
By Agencies and published by CNA
A car blast in Delhi, India, that killed at least eight people and injured 20 is being investigated under anti-terrorism law.
Yingluck might be accused during censure debate of taking scammers’ bribes, albeit unknowingly
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra faces accusations of taking kickbacks from scammers, albeit unwittingly, during a censure debate unless it gets shelved.
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National Security Council meeting on Thai-Khmer peace accord tomorrow: PM
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the National Security Council is holding a meeting tomorrow (Nov. 11) on the Thai-Cambodian ceasefire agreement.
Nod for suspending Thai-Khmer peace accord after landmine blast
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul gave the go-ahead to suspend the Thai-Khmer ceasefire agreement after two Thai soldiers got injured in a landmine explosion.
Defence Minister denies ordering ceasefire on first day of battle
Defence Minister Gen. Nattapol Nakphanit denied he was the one who ordered ceasefire on the first day of fighting with Cambodia as revealed by former 2nd Army Region Commander Lt. Gen. Boonsin Phadklang.
People ready for early election but fear instability in forming govt: Opinion poll
While most people are ready for an early election next year, as shown in the latest Suan Dusit Poll, they also fear another upheaval in setting up the new government.
Nonthaburi flooded as Chao Phraya Dam releases more water
Parts of Nonthaburi got flooded after Chao Phraya Dam started releasing more water leading to bad traffic jams on three roads.
Migrant vessel sinks off Malaysia-Thailand border, hundreds missing
By Reuters and published by CNA
Hundreds of migrants sailing from Myanmar to Malaysia are missing after their boat sank at the Thai-Malaysian border with the status of two other boats still unknown.
Mum of young Thai girl sex trafficked in Japan arrested in Taiwan
The mother of a 12-year-old Thai girl who abandoned her in Japan for prostitution has been arrested in Taiwan in an unrelated prostitution case.
DSI chasing mother, others for sex trafficking young girl in Japan
DSI together with Japanese authorities are hunting for a 12-year-old Thai girl’s biological mother and members of a human trafficking ring for luring her into prostitution in Japan.
Thai-Khmer pact on building border wall signed
A Thai-Cambodian panel has signed a Technical Instruction on building an eight-kilometre-long border wall at Chanthaburi and Trat provinces.
Malaysian man held for driving car loaded with Ketamine back home
A Malaysian man was caught driving a car with 75kg Ketamine hidden in it as he was heading back to his home country.
Cambodia confirms withdrawing more heavy weapons together with Thailand
Cambodia confirmed that it will be joining Thailand in moving more heavy weapons out of the border area from tomorrow (Nov. 8).
Scam centres in Southeast Asia are on the rise despite crackdowns
By Huizhong Wu, AP, and published by Yahoo!News
Despite crackdowns, scam hubs continue to multiply across Southeast Asia with both trafficked and willing labourers working long hours to rip off victims.
Heavy rain as weakened Typhoon Kalmaegi hits Ubon Ratchathani
By Thai Newsroom and AFP – published by CNA
Typhoon Kalmaegi has weakened into a tropical storm as it hovers over Cambodia and will slam into Thailand this afternoon (Nov. 7) bringing heavy to very heavy rain.
Japanese man held for forcing 12-year-old Thai girl into sex work
A Japanese massage parlour owner was arrested for luring a 12-year-old Thai girl into prostitution with her biological mother having left her there.
Anutin urged to fire Thammanat over suspected scam association
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
People’s MP Rangsiman Rome pressed Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to sack Agriculture & Cooperatives Minister Thammanat Prompao over suspected scam links.
Thaksin only knew Ben Smith as ‘acquaintance’: Lawyer
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
De facto Pheu Thai boss-turned-inmate Thaksin Shinawatra said through his lawyer that scammer suspect Ben Smith was only his “acquaintance” with no “business investment” with him.
SEC launching TouristDigiPay this quarter
Kicking off as the high tourism season gets into gear is the TouristDigiPay scheme which enables foreign tourists to easily convert their digital assets to Thai baht.
India probes money laundering, passport forgery linked to 900 Bangkok trips
By Thesourcewire.com and PTI – published by Etvbharat.com
India has launched a major investigation in a fake passport and money laundering racket after a businessman was questioned about allegedly travelling to Bangkok more than 900 times over the past 10 years.
Ex-Democrat leader Chalermchai tipped to join Thammanat’s camp
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Likely hopping to Klatham camp led by Agriculture & Cooperatives Minister Thammanat Prompao is former Democrat leader Chalermchai Sri-on and it appears some MPs may follow him.
Prasat Ta Khwai temple belongs to Thailand but panel resolving problems: PM
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the ancient Prasat Ta Khwai temple is part of Thai territory but a Thai-Khmer panel is resolving all key issues.
Import duty on foreign goods sold online costing 1 baht upwards starting Jan. 1
The Customs Department will start collecting import duty on all foreign goods sold at online platforms costing 1 baht upwards plus VAT from Jan. 1, 2026 onwards.
Officials chase illegal gold mining gang in reserved forest
Officials of a national park in Kanchanaburi raided an illegal gold mining operation atop a forested mountain but all except one of the big gang of miners managed to escape.
Govt only needs 30-day time to combat transnational scammer rackets: Prasert
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
The current Bhumjaithai-led government only needs 30 days not four months to crack down on scammer hubs in Cambodia, a Pheu Thai MP said.
PM concerned over potential world boycotts against Thailand over scammers
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is worried about scamming rackets based in Cambodia possibly triggering global boycotts against Thailand.
Torrential rain looming as Typhoon Kalmaegi roars in
By Thai Newsroom and agencies – published by Yahoo!News and CNA
Typhoon Kalmaegi is now speeding through the South China Sea after killing 26 people in the Philippines with the tailend to hit Thailand over the weekend.
Myanmar scam hub sweep triggers fraudster recruitment rush
By AFP and published by CNA
Raids on the notorious KK Park scam complex in Myawaddy, opposite Mae Sot, have led to a recruitment rush with a large number of workers hunting for new jobs at other fraud factories.
Cambodia tells UNESCO border clashes seriously damaged Preah Vihear Temple.
Cambodia told a UNESCO meeting that the border clashes with Thailand had caused serious damage to the World Heritage Site of Preah Vihear Temple.
Another Thai woman dies mysteriously in Poipet
A second Thai woman was found hanged at Cambodian border town Poipet just days after the first woman allegedly fell to her death there.
Starlink internet shutoff suggested to deactivate Khmer-based scammers
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Thailand should ask the US to turn off Starlink internet signals to Cambodia and Thai-Khmer border to stamp out transnational scamming networks, former deputy police chief Pol. Gen. Surachate Hakparn said.
Retirement age for civil servants not rising to 70: Deputy PM
Deputy Prime Minister Borwornsak Uwanno debunked rumours of the retirement age for civil servants going up from 60 to 70 years with 65 being what is currently being studied.
City floods easing as BMA rushes to drain out floodwaters after torrential rain
The heavy flooding caused by torrential rain lashing Bangkok last night has started to recede in many areas but more downpour is expected today (Nov. 3).
Thailand was the turning point where ‘Nobody’s Girl’ went from victim to warrior
Although Virginia Roberts Giuffre’s memoir “Nobody’s Girl” is an exposé of power, corruption and abuse there are two chapters that show Thailand in the best possible light.
9 Chinese men who fled bombed scam hub in Myanmar caught at Trat
Nine Chinese men who likely fled the bombing of KK Park scam complex in Myawaddy, Myanmar, were caught at a resort in Trat just as they were being taken to Cambodia.
Scam gangs entrapping children via online games: Cyber Police
Cyber Police urged parents to watch out for cybercriminals lurking in online games looking for an opportunity to entrap their children.
Senator urges govt to deal with increased flooding caused by Malaysia’s border wall
A senator called on the government to work out a solution to the worsening flood problem in Narathiwat caused by Malaysia building a border wall along Sungai Kolok river.
Fisherman rescued after floating in the sea for days
A fisherman whose trawler sank off Rayong province was rescued by another trawler after floating in rough seas for eight days.
Jan. 2 added as special holiday, stretching New Year break to 5 days
Good news for New Year revellers! The cabinet has approved Friday Jan. 2 as a special holiday with this stretching the New Year break to 5 days.
Julapun named Pheu Thai leader in place of Paetongtarn
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Overwhelmingly voted the leader of Pheu Thai Party was Julapun Amornvivat who is seen as being fairly dependable by all members of the Shinawatra family and liked by the rank and file.
Khao San road Halloween event attracts fewer ‘ghosts’
There were fewer “ghosts and goblins” at Khao San road Halloween event which was toned down as the country mourns the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother.
Thai economy improves in September but slows in third quarter
By Reuters – published by CNA and Thai Newsroom
Although the Thai economy improved in September it did soften over the whole of the third quarter due to a decline in manufacturing.
Myanmar military drones blast scam compound again
Myanmar junta continued bombing the large KK Park scam compound mounting three drone attacks yesterday (Oct. 30) and this led to more foreigners fleeing across the border.
Motorbike bomb blast at Pattani police substation
A bomb exploded at a police substation in Far South Pattani province badly damaging the building with one policeman slightly injured.
8 dishes to order at a seafood restaurant in Phuket, Karon
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Seven listed firms suspected of involvement in Khmer-based, money-laundering scams
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
A House panel chair said seven listed companies are suspected of involvement in laundering huge amounts of dirty cash flowing from Cambodia.
Where are Thailand’s rare-earth elements that US seeks found?
Analysis by Naewna newspaper
The new gold rush for rare-earth elements puts the spotlight on Thailand which has deposits in various provinces.
Trump shaves China tariffs after ‘amazing’ Xi meeting
By Reuters and published by Yahoo!News
US President Donald Trump called the meeting with China’s Xi Jinping a “great success” after reaching a deal to trim fentanyl-related tariffs and keep supplies of vital rare earths flowing.
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Thammanat, Narumon summoned again to testify over Khmer-based scammers-linked Ben Smith
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Klatham de facto boss Thammanat Prompao and this camp’s leader Narumon Pinyosinwat have been again called by a House panel to testify over alleged links with Ben Smith, a wheeler-dealer secretly involved with scammers in Cambodia.
Anutin in South Korea for Apec meeting
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has arrived in South Korea for the Apec meeting where he will be boosting confidence in Thai economy.
Thief steals cash from Finnish woman’s house in Pattaya
A Finnish woman asked Pattaya police to track down a thief who stole $2,000 from her house while she and her family were out for a meal.
Malaysia’s ban on raw rare earths exports remains despite US deal, trade minister says
By Reuters and published by Yahoo!News
Despite signing a critical minerals deal with the US during President Donald Trump’s visit, Malaysia said it is still continuing its ban on export of raw rare earths.
PM urged to brave censure debate in lieu of dissolving House to preempt it
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
The People’s Party called on Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to not dissolve the House and call an election to dodge a censure debate as speculated is his intention.
Fares rising on Skytrain Green Line extension routes from Nov. 1
Bangkok’s Skytrain fares on extension routes, but not the core line, will be rising from Nov. 1 onwards.
Police officer sacked for involvement with call centre gang
A police officer of deputy superintendent rank was fired after being arrested on charges of being linked with a call centre gang.
Cambodian tourists shunning Thailand, flocking to 2 other countries: Report
By Naewna and Thai Newsroom Reporters
Cambodian tourists are opting to holiday in Malaysia and Singapore rather than Thailand after the July clashes but they were not among the top 10 foreign tourist arrivals last year.
Free admission to Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles
The Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles is offering free admission in memory of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother while Pattaya is still holding the International Fireworks Festival but this has been appropriately adjusted.
Julapan most favourite to be named Pheu Thai leader
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Pheu Thai MP Julapan Amornvivat is the big favourite among the rank and file to become this camp’s leader at this week’s party caucus.
‘Four or five serious bids’ for Sheffield Wednesday
By David Anderson, BBC Sport England
Sheffield Wednesday has already attracted ‘four to five serious bidders’ after Thai owner Dejpon Chansiri put the Championship club into administration.
Blast at southern railway station disrupts services
Train services to and from Bangkok to the three Far South provinces have been disrupted after an explosion at Maruebo station in Narathiwat.
Young Frenchman jumps from Pattaya hotel balcony
A young Frenchman who plunged from a Pattaya hotel balcony in front of a security guard before dawn today (Oct. 27) later died at the hospital.
Vendors warned against profiteering as demand for black clothes soar
Demand for black clothes and mourning attire has skyrocketed as the country mourns the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother with vendors warned against price gouging.
Trump attends Thai-Cambodian ceasefire ceremony at start of Asia visit in Malaysia
By France24 together with AP and published by Yahoo!News
US President Donald Trump presided over the signing of an expanded peace agreement by Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his Cambodian counterpart Hun Manet on the sidelines of the Asean Summit.
Trump kicks off Asia tour with Malaysia summit, to witness signing of Thai-Khmer pact
By AFP and published by CNA
US President Donald Trump has arrived at Kuala Lumpur where he will be witnessing the signing of a Thai-Cambodian peace agreement with both Thai and Cambodian leaders having also arrived there.
Anutin to make a quick trip to KL to sign Thai-Khmer peace pact
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will be flying to Malaysia to sign a Thai-Cambodian peace agreement tomorrow then quickly return to attend a royal ceremony for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother following her passing.
Entertainment events not banned but keep it appropriate: PM
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said while the country mourns the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother, entertainment events, concerts, weddings and ordinations are not banned but should be kept appropriate.
Myanmar bombs scam compound for the second day
Myanmar junta bombed the large KK Park scam centre for the second day in a row yesterday (Oct. 24) with the blasts heard at Mae Sot.
PM might dissolve House by early Dec. to call election by early Feb.
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Amid mounting pressure over the scammer issue, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will likely dissolve the House early December to avoid being grilled in a censure debate, a government critic said.
Don’t link Sino-Thai Tower to scammers: PM
After a DSI team went to question a company at Sino-Thai Tower over suspicions of scammer links, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the building should not be likewise linked.
Sheffield Wednesday docked 12 points after filing for administration
By Reuters and published by CNA
English Championship side Sheffield Wednesday, one of the oldest surviving clubs in world football, has been deducted 12 points after entering administration.
Commerce Ministry cracks down on nominees at Koh Phangan
In raids mounted to stamp out nominee businesses at Koh Phangan officials found that the owner of an accounting firm held shares in 66 companies.
At last, Thaksin takes Shinawatra family off Pheu Thai leadership
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Pheu Thai’s de facto boss-turned-inmate Thaksin Shinawatra has finally decided to keep his family from leading this camp with Suriya Juangroongruangkit now to finance its electoral campaigns.
Cambodia assents to all 4 agreements tabled by Thailand at key meeting
Cambodia easily assented to all four agreements presented by Thailand at the General Border Committee (GBC) meeting in Kuala Lumpur with withdrawal of heavy weapons being among them.
Defence Minister off to Malaysia for meeting after progress at border talks
Defence Minister Gen. Nattapol Nakphanit flew to Malaysia to attend a Thai-Khmer GBC meeting after progress in installing border markers.
Foundations being used to launder dirty money: Wiroj
A People’s MP said some foundations are being used to launder grey money with the good deeds that they do hiding these illegal activities.
Vorapak resigns as deputy finance minister amidst Khmer scammer issue
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Deputy Finance Minister Vorapak Tanyawong quit his post after being hit with allegations that he was linked with an international company believed to be connected to scammers in Cambodia which he has denied.
Paetongtarn resigns as Pheu Thai leader
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Former prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has resigned as Pheu Thai leader leaving this camp whose de facto boss, her father Thaksin Shinawatra, is currently in jail in a state of flux.
U-turn on poker with Anutin banning the card game
A complete about-face took place today (Aug. 22) with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul banning international and Chinese poker after earlier moves to legalise it.
Chaos as flash floods hit Phang Nga tourist areas
Strong flash floods brought on by runoffs from Khao Lak mountain swamped Phang Nga’s tourist areas this afternoon (Oct. 22) alarming holidaymakers.
Anutin might dissolve House to avoid responding to Cambodia-based scammer issue
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
A Cambodia-based scammer issue allegedly involving some ministers would likely lead to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolving the House and holding an election to dodge censure-debate grilling, a People’s MP said.
Scammers have moved their base from Cambodia to Thailand: Magazine
A South Korean magazine said scam gangs in Cambodia have moved their base to Thailand after South Korean and Cambodian police launched a crackdown in the neighbouring country.
Belarusian model kidnapped from Bangkok, killed for organs by scammers in Myanmar
A Belarusian model was kidnapped from Bangkok and taken across to a scam hub in northern Myanmar where she was murdered and her organs sold for failing to meet scamming targets.
Thai troops start dismantling former Khmer refugee camp
Thai soldiers moved in to dismantle a former Cambodian refugee camp at Ban Nong Chan village, Sa Kaeo province, with the land to be returned to Thai villagers living there.
House might be dissolved sooner than expected due to ‘factors’
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said there are “factors” which would likely propel him to dissolve the House and hold an election sooner than expected.
Landslide victory for Bhumjaithai in Kanchanaburi by-election
Bhumjaithai’s candidate scored a big victory over Pheu Thai’s contestant, her sole rival in the by-election at Kanchanaburi constituency four today (Oct. 19).
Amazon’s cloud services hit by hours-long global outage
By Agencies and published by CNA
Amazon’s cloud services unit AWS is recovering today (Oct. 20) from a major outage that knocked out thousands of websites, apps and disrupted businesses globally.
Remains of Thai man killed during Hamas attack being repatriated
The remains of a Thai man who was killed in the Hamas attack on Israel two years ago has been returned and is being repatriated while the body of one last Thai still missing is being searched.
Naked foreigner causes trouble at Pattaya intersection
A naked foreign man who chased and hit cars at a Pattaya intersection while at times stood still and appeared to pray was quickly taken into custody and sent to the hospital.
7 Thai politicians not linked to a Cambodian scam case: South Korea
The South Korean embassy quashed hearsay in local media that Prime Minister Kim Min-seok would be naming seven Thai politicians linked to a Cambodian scam case.
Chainsaw-wielding robbers flee Louvre with jewellery
By Agencies – published by CNA and AFP published by Yahoo!News
Thieves armed with chainsaws used a goods lift to break into the Louvre museum in Paris and fled with priceless jewellery.
Abhisit comes back as Democrat leader
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva returned as Democrat leader after a gap of six years with election likely in February or March.
Angkhana, Sunai ask for protection after harassment and death threats
Senator Angkhana Neelapaijit and human rights defender Sunai Phasuk asked for police protection after facing death threats in speaking out against blaring ghostly sounds at encroaching Khmer civilians.
Foreigners nabbed in raids on illegal hotels on Koh Phangan
Some Israelis, Myanmar workers and Thais were arrested at Koh Phangan today (Oct. 18) for operating unlicensed hotels and work permit violations.
Koreans linked to alleged online scams in Cambodia arrive home to face inquiries
By AP published by The Canadian Press and Yahoo!Finance
Scores of Koreans allegedly involved with online scams in Cambodia reached home where they face police investigations.
Bhumjaithai tipped to trounce Pheu Thai in Kanchanaburi’s by-election
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Pheu Thai is in for a drubbing in Sunday’s by-election at Kanchanaburi with Bhumjaithai candidate expected to easily get ahead.
Bangkok company denies link to Cambodian scammer group
Bangkok-based Prince International Co., Ltd. denied being part of the Prince Group, which was sanctioned by US and UK for alleged involvement in a massive scam, after an MP alerted the public about possible link.
Cambodian soldiers being paid extra to cut border barbed wire: Facebook page
Khmer soldiers are getting extra cash to cut concertina wire rolled out along the border to provoke Thai troops, a popular Facebook page said.
Taiwanese gang caught smuggling wild animals strapped to their legs
Three Taiwanese men were arrested at Don Mueang Airport after 52 wild animals were found wrapped around their legs.
MP guarantees Thammanat not involved with call centre gang
A Klatham MP strongly denied that the party’s de facto boss and Agriculture Minister Thammanat Prompao was linked to a call centre gang as accused.
Thailand and South Korea join forces to combat call centre scammers in Cambodia
Thailand and South Korea agreed to jointly tackle call centre scammers in Cambodia during a phone call between the leaders of the two countries today (Oct. 16).
Exclusive – Landmines that sparked Thai-Cambodia clash were likely newly laid, experts say
By Panu Wongcha-um and Devjyot Ghoshal, Reuters, and published by Yahoo!News
Experts reached by Reuters news agency said anti-personnel landmines that maimed at least six Thai soldiers since the July border clash with Cambodia were freshly laid.
Illegal Thai, foreign guides rounded up on Koh Phangan
Five Thai and Myanmar men were rounded up for working illegally as tour guides on Koh Phangan with the company employing them specifically targeting Israeli tourists.
Anutin to keep himself from being ousted by no-confidence votes
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul would avoid a censure debate by dissolving the House and calling an election because he could become the first premier to be deposed by no-confidence votes in Thai history.
Flare-up in US-China trade tensions poses a big risk to Thailand’s growth, deputy central bank governor says
By Karin Strohecker, Reuters, and published by Yahoo!News
Escalating US-China trade tensions is a big downside risk for Thailand amid sluggish economic growth, Bank of Thailand Deputy Governor Piti Disyatat said in Washington.
Policeman killed in clash with insurgents at Pattani
A policeman was shot dead during a clash with insurgents in Pattani today (Oct. 15) with one of the extremists also killed.
US and UK take largest action ever targeting cybercriminal networks in Southeast Asia
US and UK have imposed sanctions on a Cambodia-based operator of scam centres that exploited and killed workers duped to work for them.
TAT ropes in Lisa Manoban as ‘Amazing Thailand Ambassador’ 2026
In a move to draw more tourists the Tourism Authority of Thailand has roped in singer/actress Lisa Manoban as “Amazing Thailand Ambassador” for next year.
PM might dissolve House in early Dec. to evade censure debate
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul could possibly dissolve the House early December rather than late January as anticipated in order to dodge a lengthy censure debate, an academic said.
Heroin laced with fentanyl passing through Thailand: ONCB
A warning has been issued by the Office of the Narcotics Control Board that heroin laced with fentanyl is being smuggled through Thailand to third countries in bars of soap.
4 Israeli soldiers nabbed with drugs at party celebrating ceasefire
Four Israeli soldiers celebrating the Israel-Hamas ceasefire by noisily partying at a villa on Koh Phangan were arrested on drug charges in a raid at 2 a.m. this morning (Oct. 14).
Witnesses reveal brutalities in Cambodia’s criminal camps
By Yonhap News Agency and The Korea Times
Witnesses said that about one victim dies every day from torture and assaults at Cambodia’s criminal camps with their organs removed when they can no longer work or extort money.
Madam Pang tipped to be named Democrat secretary-general
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Likely to be named Democrat secretary-general is Ms. Nualpan Lamsam, aka Madam Pang, while former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva is expected to return as this camp’s leader.
Ghostly sounds won’t put Thailand at a disadvantage on world stage: PM
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said playing creepy sounds at the border will not harm Thailand in the international arena while he has replied to US President Donald Trump’s mediation move.
Thammanat launches new war on alien fish
Agriculture Minister Thammanat Prompao unveiled a new war against the predator blackchin tilapia fish that has rapidly spawned in natural waters and gluttonously devoured other fish and small aquatic animals.
Thais nabbed while crossing over to take up gambling jobs in Cambodia
Six Thais and their two guides were arrested while illegally crossing from Aranyaprathet to Poipet, Cambodia, to take jobs running online gambling websites.
‘War is over’, says Trump as Hamas releases 7 hostages
By AFP – published by CNA and AP – published by CBC
US President Donald Trump declared that the Gaza war is over with Palestinians starting to hand over surviving hostages while Israel is set to begin releasing around 2,000 detainees.
Chinese restaurant in Thailand places Hun Sen’s images at entrance for people to step on
A video clip of a Chinese restaurant in Thailand that placed images of senior Cambodian leader Hun Sen on the floor next to the entrance for people to step on was shared online after China’s ambassador to Cambodia voiced support for the neighbouring country.
Anutin praises influencer after he played ghostly sounds at border
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul praised a social media influencer for the good work he has done in the past after he blared creepy sounds at Cambodian villagers encroaching on Thai territory.
Thai envoy slams Khmer allegations at UNHCR meeting
Thailand denied strong allegations made by Cambodia at a UNHCR meeting in Geneva pointing out that it is Khmers who are encroaching on Thai territory at Sa Kaeo.
Thai tourism still growing but signs of slowdown emerging
Even though the Thai tourism industry is doing well this year, signs of a slowdown next year are now visible with this requiring a major overall, TTB Analytics said.
US will impose additional 100% tariff on Chinese imports from November, Trump says
By Agencies – published by CNA and AP – published by Yahoo!News
US President Donald Trump is imposing an additional 100% tariff on Chinese imports in response to China’s announcement of new export controls on rare earths.
Thaksin to teach English in prison instead of ‘overseeing’ sewer conduits clearance
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
De facto Pheu Thai boss who is now in jail will likely be assigned to teach English to fellow inmates rather than overseeing clearance of sewer conduits around Bangkok.
Thailand,Cambodia agree to hold key meeting next week
Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to hold an extraordinary meeting of the Regional Border Committee (RBC) from next Wednesday to Friday (Oct. 15-17).
Beware of enforcing Khmer eviction deadline today: Academic
The Thai military risks provoking a clash with Cambodian troops should it evict their villagers from Thai territory today (Oct. 10), a Thai academic warned.
Korean college student dies after being kidnapped and tortured in Cambodia
By Korea Times
A young Korean student holidaying in Cambodia was kidnapped and tortured to death by a local crime gang with his body still to be sent home.
Fire at hotel in Sukhumvit Soi 24 extinguished
Firemen quickly put out a blaze that erupted in a room at a hotel in Sukhumvit Soi 24 today (Oct. 10).
Powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake strikes off southern Philippines, tsunami warnings issued
By Reuters and published by CNA
A huge 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck offshore southern Philippines today (Oct. 10) with warning of waves as high as 1m hitting Indonesia’s shorelines.
Pheu Thai to have slim chance of heading future govt: NIDA academic
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
The odds are stacked against Pheu Thai again heading a future government while Bhumajaithan and People’s have an equal chance to do so, an academic said.
Thailand to spend 10bn baht to buy bad household debt, stocks edge up nearly 1%
By Reuters and published by CNA
Thai stocks rose nearly 1% after a 10-billion-baht project to buy bad household debt this month was unveiled.
Foreigner rescued after falling into deep well
Rescuers pulled up a German man who was trapped in a deep well after falling in while mowing his lawn in Chonburi today (Oct. 9).
Eight bomb blasts in Yala but no casualties
Yala City was rocked by eight bomb explosions at two locations last night (Oct. 8) but fortunately no one got injured.
Thammanat dared to testify before House panel on notorious wheeler-dealer Ben Smith
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Agriculture Minister Thammanat Prompao was pressed to testify before a House committee on alleged links with South African-born wheeler-dealer Ben Smith.
Influencers warned to stay away from Thai-Khmer border village
Influencers were urged to not go to Ban Nong Chan village in Sa Kaeo province and stir up trouble by confronting Cambodians encroaching on Thai territory.
Phuket Airport runway closed after aircraft malfunctioned
Phuket Airport’s single runway was closed today (Oct. 8) after a military aircraft malfunctioned there with passengers urged to check with their airlines about their flights.
Two former tourism department heads face graft charges
Graft-busters are taking legal action against two former tourism department heads in the purchase of exercise equipment for developing recreational and health tourism destinations.
Pipat confident of Democrat MPs’ planned departure for Bhumjaithai
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Transport Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn is certain Abhisit Vejjajiva’s return as Democrat leader would not deter several southern MPs from hopping over to Bhumjaithai.
Cambodian tourism plummeted after border clashes
Cambodia saw foreign tourist arrivals plunge by 38.4% in August from the same period a year earlier due to border clashes with Thailand.
5 ex-Red Shirt leaders bailed out in 2010 protest case
Five former leaders of UDD, aka Red Shirts, and their associates were released on bail after being sentenced to jail for 2010 anti-government protests.
Israelis being recruited to work illegally on Koh Phangnan?
A journalist based on Koh Phangan alleged that Israeli nominee companies are only recruiting their country folk or those who can speak Hebrew to work for them and they could be doing so illegally.
Govt advised to decide on Thai-Khmer MoUs in lieu of people
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
The coalition government was urged by People’s Party to skip a referendum on scrapping Thai-Cambodian MoUs as most people don’t understand them.
Over 50 mini PCs, illicit SIM routers seized in raid on Chinese-rented condo
A raid on a Bangkok condo rented by a Chinese man uncovered over 50 mini PCs linked to unauthorized SIM routers likely used by scammers to intercept data.
Hunt for southern insurgents who robbed gold shop
A big group of southern insurgents robbed a gold shop at a shopping mall in Narathiwat and escaped with over 500 baht weight of gold ornaments
Mark your calendar for the mystical Vegetarian Festival
The nine-day Vegetarian Festival is taking place at various cities across the country during Oct. 20-29 with tourists likely to enjoy the vibrant celebration.
Cambodia rejects Thai army demand to evacuate citizen
Cambodia sent a letter refusing to evacuate their citizens from three border areas in Sa Kaeo province as demanded by the 1st Army Region Commander.
House panel concerned about Cambodia phasing in arms purchased from China
A House panel chaired by the People’s MP Rangsiman Rome said during a visit to Phu Makhuea that Thai troops must be well-armed as Cambodia is phasing in weapons purchased from China.
Abhisit won’t be able to stop Democrat MPs from departing
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Although former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva is expected to return as Democrat leader soon, a source said he would not be able to stop his party’s MPs from hopping over to other camps.
Sinkhole forces demolition of Samsen police station: Chadchart
The massive sinkhole has destabilised Samsen police station which is now being demolished with the reopening of the road also put off.
Cambodia told to submit evacuation plan first then only could meeting be held
The 1st Army Region set an ultimatum for Cambodia to send a plan to evacuate its citizens from three Thai districts or else a Regional Border Committee meeting won’t take place.
Sheff Wed v Coventry delayed after fans protest on pitch
By BBC and ESPN
Sheffield Wednesday fans staged a brief protest against the club’s Thai owner Dejpon Chansiri during a Championship match against Coventry City at Hillsborough today (Oct. 4)
Santi’s clique tipped to leave Palang Pracharath for Bhumjaithai
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
A faction of six MPs within Palang Pracharath led by Santi Prompat is gearing up to hop over to Bhumjaithai with the general election possibly being held sooner than expected.
Many Cambodian drones flying at several locations along the border: Army
The Second Army Region said this evening (Oct. 3) that many Cambodian drones are flying at several locations along the border and Khmer movements are being watched.
Heavy traffic snarl-ups after torrential rain lashes Bangkok
There are terrible traffic jams in many areas of Bangkok this morning (Oct. 3) after torrential rain and strong winds knocked down trees and peeled off roofs.
Hundreds of fake luxury watches seized in Chinatown raid
Over 800 high-priced counterfeit designer watches were seized in a raid on three shops in Chinatown.
China did not supply arms to Cambodia few weeks before clash: Minister
Defence Minister Nattapol Nakphanit quashed claims of China supplying arms to Cambodia just a few weeks before the border clash erupted as reported by The New York Times.
Road in Chonburi caves in, repairs underway
A sinkhole appeared on a road leading to a canal bridge in Chonburi after two cave-ins in Bangkok over the past few days.
Search for British youth missing in Kanchanaburi
Kanchanaburi authorities are searching for a British youth who tried to cross over to Myanmar after likely being lured by scammers to work for them.
Copay cash being distributed on Oct. 29: Finance Minister
The new government’s copay project is starting on Oct. 29 with those entitled able to spend the cash over two months thenceforth, Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas said.
Second sinkhole emerges in Bangkok’s Yannawa district
Just a few days after a massive sinkhole opened up on Bangkok’s Samsen road another one appeared in Yannawa district where an underground cable conduit project is underway.
Concrete awning collapses, alley closed
A concrete awning came crashing down in Bangkok’s Phra Nakhon district but fortunately there were no casualties.
Myanmar’s war-torn Rakhine faces a hunger catastrophe, aid groups say
By Reuters and published by Yahoo!News
A hunger catastrophe hangs over Myanmar’s war-torn Rakhine state with people surviving on leaves, roots and grass while the Arakan Army accuses the junta of blocking aid flow.
Anutin dumbfounded over vote-wooing copay allegations
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul was stunned at allegations in parliament that upcoming copay project was aimed at boosting Bhumjaithai’s popularity ahead of a general election.
45 Cambodians rounded up for sneaking into Thailand
Arrested soon after crossing the border to Thailand were 45 poverty-stricken Cambodian migrants who had jobs awaiting them in various places.
Phayao heavily flooded as weakened typhoon moves in
Floodwaters swamped northern Phayao province as weakened Typhoon Bualoi moved into the country today (Sep. 30) with weather forecasters warning of torrential rain.
Indian movie star thrills Thais after quitting Cambodian post
Indian movie star Gagan Malik delighted all Thais by writing “I love Thailand” on a picture of outgoing 2nd Army Region Commander Lt. Gen. Boonsin Phadklang after quitting a Cambodian post.
Public referendum on new charter, Thai-Khmer MoUs may be held on same day alongside general election
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
A public referendum on creating a new constitution and scrapping Thai-Cambodian MoUs could be tagged to the general election expected in March next year.
PM outlines policies to parliament amid economic challenges
By Reuters and published by CNA
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said in his coalition government’s policy statement to Parliament that immediate actions will be taken to revive the economy.
Luxury home market attracting more developers but demand limited
More developers are now opting to build luxury homes as the mass market is saturated but this segment is both challenging and the demand limited.
Half a tonne of Ice heading for Indonesia seized off Phuket
Half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine (Ice) was seized from a passenger ship off Phuket just as it was about to sail to Indonesia.
Bhumjaithai’s candidate wins in Sisaket by-election
By Amarin TV and Thai Newsroom Reporters
Bhumjaithai’s candidate has won the by-election for MP in Sisaket border province defeating her only rival from Pheu Thai Party, unofficial results show.
Cambodian troops still making moves along the border
The Thai army said Cambodian military activity is continuing along the border with drones seen flying in two key areas.
Vietnam evacuates thousands as Typhoon Bualoi approaches while very heavy rain to hit Thailand
By Thai Newsroom and AP – published by Yahoo!News
Vietnam evacuated thousands of people as Typhoon Bualoi approached the country while Thailand faces very heavy rainfall.
Thai army: Brief clash aimed at slandering Thailand
After a brief exchange of gunfire at Chong An Ma ended, the 2nd Army Region said this was an attempt to slander Thailand.
Villagers urgently evacuated after clash erupts at border
Thai and Cambodian troops started clashing at the border in Ubon Ratchathani at around noon today (Sep. 27) with villagers quickly evacuated.
Cambodians flying drones, moving troops closer to the border: PM
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said Cambodia is flying spy drones and has moved troops closer to the border while an artillery base has likely been set up at Preah Vihear Temple.
Bhumjaithai to get overwhelming vote over Pheu Thai in Sisaket by-election
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Bhumjaithai is expected to easily win Sunday’s by-election in Sisaket province, bordering Cambodia, leaving Pheu Thai’s candidate trailing behind.
Pumps placed to drain water from sinkhole in case of heavy rain
A big pump has been placed at the giant sinkhole and four more around it to drain out water should it rain heavily in the Samsen road area.
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Cambodian army denies soldiers’ bodies left unburied in forest
After a Cambodian influencer said his government had left the bodies of soldiers strewn in a forest without burying them, the Khmer army quickly issued a denial.
Former Phuket Airport deputy chief held on graft charges
Phuket Airport’s former deputy chief was arrested on corruption charges in mishandling garden decoration contracts for Suvarnabhumi Airport.
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Thaksin to literally get out of jail to supervise fellow inmates clearing sewer conduits
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra will be getting out of jail a few hours at a time to supervise fellow inmates clearing sewer conduits.
Super Typhoon Ragasa dissipates, won’t enter Thailand
By Thai Newsroom and Reuters – published by Yahoo!News
A weakened Super Typhoon Ragasa will not be moving into Thailand as a cold air mass has moved down from China while Hong Kong and Guangdong reopened after being battered by the powerful storm.
PM inspects sinkhole again, worried about heavy rain triggering more subsidence
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said he is worried heavy rain will cause further subsidence at or around the giant sinkhole while inspecting it again late last night (Sep. 24).
Second collapse in area around sinkhole possible
Images taken by thermal cameras around the huge sinkhole on Samsen road show a second collapse is possible due to significant soil loss.
Russian man arrested for running motorcycle rental business on Koh Phangan
A Russian man was caught illegally running a motorcycle rental business on Koh Phangan with his customers mainly being Israeli women.
Klatham competes against Bhumjaithai for future southern MPs
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Klatham and Bhumjaithai are battling to draw many southern MPs from other camps with the next general election expected in March or April.
Road collapsed above subway station construction site: Chadchart
The huge sinkhole that appeared in front of Vajira Hospital is just above the construction of an underground station of Bangkok’s Purple Line.
Evacuation ordered as huge sinkhole appears in front of hospital
Patients and nearby residents are being evacuated after a road in front of Vajira Hospital collapsed this morning (Sep. 24).
Bangkok film festival starts on Saturday
After a long gap of 16 years the Bangkok International Film Festival 2025 (BKKIFF 2025) starts on Saturday (Sep. 27) with over 200 movies from 40 countries being screened.
Thaksin could possibly be imprisoned beyond one-year term
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra may have to stay behind bars longer than one year under another lawsuit being filed over the hospital fakeout.
Economic policy consistency ‘will reduce risk of recession’
While Thailand’s GDP may slide in the third quarter, policy stability by the new government would head off risk of recession, according to Krungsri Research.
Cambodia says shots were fired unintentionally
After Thai troops did not respond to Cambodian soldiers firing three shots across the border, the Cambodian government admitted to two shots being fired unintentionally but not into Thai territory.
Hong Kong prepares for ‘serious threat’ from Super Typhoon Ragasa
By AFP – published by CNA and Thai Newsroom
Hong Kong is bracing for Super Typhoon Ragasa to roar in while Shenzhen is evacuating 400,000 people and Thailand is being hit with torrential rain.
Newborn baby found abandoned in a paper bag
A newborn baby girl was put in a paper bag and left in front of a house in Pattani City with police now chasing the mother for legal action.
OAG urged to go ahead with lese majeste case against Thaksin in Appellate Court
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
An activist group urged the Attorney-General’s Office to file the lese majeste case against de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra in the Appellate Court.
Cambodia has lost territory in the east: Sam Rainsy
Exiled Cambodian politician Sam Rainsy said his country has lost territory in the east as Hun Sen, who is a puppet of some foreign countries, has seized it.
Dengue fever cases soar over 43,000 during current rainy season
A spike during the current rainy season has led to dengue fever cases climbing over 43,000 this year with the infection highest among children and adolescents.
Illegal silicone implants, medicines seized in raid
A big lot of unregistered silicone implants and unlisted medicines were seized from a distribution centre in Bangkok that has been supplying to over 20 cosmetic clinics.
PM gives military full authority on reopening checkpoints, building fence
While Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has given the military full authority on reopening checkpoints and building a border fence, he is firm on not accepting Cambodia’s conditions amid pressure.
Super Typhoon Ragasa to unleash torrential rain in Thailand
By AFP – published by CNA and Amarin TV
As Super Typhoon Ragasa roars through the region it will bring torrential rain to Thailand upon reaching South China Sea.
Former cop alleges two ministers have big stakes in Cambodian casino
A former Special Branch policeman alleged that two ministers in Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s Cabinet were major shareholders in a Cambodian casino.
Many injured in brawl at university concert
A brawl during a concert at Ramkhamhaeng University left several youths injured with others rounded up while trying to flee.
Trans women hug, steal gold chain from Indian tourist
A gang of trans women stole a gold chain from an Indian tourist in Pattaya while a Moroccan woman fell to her death at a Sukhumvit hotel.
Potjaman urged to take helm of Pheu Thai
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra’s ex-spouse Potjaman Na Pombejra has been urged to steer Pheu Thai Party in place of her daughter/former prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
Cambodian thieves steal CCTV cameras, taking the pole with them
Just hours after Thailand installed its first electronic surveillance pole at Sa Kaew, Cambodian thieves stole the cameras and took the pole with them too.
Electronic surveillance pole put up at Aranyaprathet
As part of setting a “virtual wall” at parts of the border where barbed wire cannot be rolled out, the first electronic surveillance pole has been put up at Aranyaprathet.
15 shots fired at pickup truck in road rage incident
A road rage confrontation between the drivers of a pickup truck and a sedan ended with the latter firing 15 shots at the former’s vehicle and zooming off.
More riot control police heading for Sa Kaeo after trouble flared up
Riot control police from Chachoengsao and Prachinburi are heading for Sa Kaeo to help control the border after Cambodians tried to dismantle the barbed wire fence.
Two foreigners chase, steal luxury watch from American man in Phuket
Two foreign men chased a motorcycle-riding American man then crashed into him and robbed him of his luxury watch in Phuket.
US Fed starts easing path, other major central banks on hold
By Reuters and published by Yahoo!Finance
While the US Federal Reserve has cut its key interest rate for the first time this year, most other major central banks are holding rates.
Thaksin to meet a psychologist as daughters along with their husbands visit
De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra is to meet a psychologist in jail for a routine screening while his daughters along with their husbands visited him this morning (Sep. 18).
New faces, familiar faces featured in Anutin Cabinet
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has chosen both new faces and familiar faces for his Cabinet with there being nine “technocrats”.
Dozens of southern MP seats up for grabs by Bhumjaithai
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Bhumjaithai is tipped to rake in several southern MP seats in the next general election as both Ruam Thai Sang Chart and Democrat are tottering.
Tear gas, rubber bullets fired as Cambodians tear down border fence
Thai police fired tear gas and rubber bullets at a big crowd of Cambodians armed with sticks as they tried to dismantle the border barbed wire fence at Sa Kaeo, the Thai military said.
Owner of pit bull charged in death of baby
The owner of a pit bull that mauled a two-month-old baby to death has been charged with negligence while having given the grieving parents some money for the funeral.
Southern Ruam Thai Sang Chart MPs tipped to skip over to Bhumjaithai
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
With an eye on the next general election, three southern lawmakers are gearing up to hop from Ruam Thai Sang Chart to Bhumjaithai camp.
Police probing Australian man’s fall from Pattaya hotel
An Australian man got badly injured after falling from a Pattaya hotel today (Sep. 17) with one side of his face also slashed.
Police urged to focus on companies in ongoing money-mule crackdown
Police were urged to tackle corporate mule accounts with these companies set up and run by lawyers and accountants and not just individuals, a popular Facebook page urged.
Pit bull mauls baby girl to death
A pit bull mauled a baby girl to death after her parents brought her along to buy some second-hand goods at a house where the dog roamed free.
Illegal Myanmar migrants caught after agreeing to pay steep fee
A group of 52 illegal Myanmar migrants was arrested in Kanchanaburi last night (Sep. 16) after agreeing to pay a broker 15,000 to 18,000 baht each for jobs here.
No Thai-Khmer border checkpoints to reopen at any time soon
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul ruled out reopening Thai-Cambodian border checkpoints despite pressure from the business sector.
Parts of Ayutthaya heavily flooded
Six districts of Ayutthaya were severely flooded today (Sep. 15) after Chao Phraya Dam started releasing more water with thousands of people affected.
Two victims of frozen accounts lodge complaints
Two victims of bank accounts being locked for months on suspicion of being linked to money-muling filed complaints with the police.
Malaysians, Singaporeans flocking to Thailand via Betong checkpoint
Thousands of Malaysian and Singaporean tourists crossed over to Thailand via Yala’s Betong checkpoint to enjoy a two-day holiday this morning (Sep. 15).
Merchants seen insisting on cash payment as account freezing spreads
Some merchants are now insisting on cash payment and skipping digital transfers as account freezing spreads in tough scam crackdown.
Pheu Thai candidate wins Chiang Rai by-election
Even with de facto party boss Thaksin Shinawatra being in jail, Pheu Thai won a by-election in Chiang Rai today (Sep. 14), unofficial results show.
Red Shirts gather in front of prison to support Thaksin
Red Shirt followers gathered in front Klong Prem prison to support de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra and press officials to move him to his residence for house arrest.
2 southern insurgents killed in Songkhla clash
Two insurgents were killed in a heavy clash at a hillside in Songkhla that lasted for two days with one of them likely involved in a train bombing.
Activist group insists inmate Thaksin be denied ‘detention’ outside of prison
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
A political activist group petitioned the Corrections Department to not allow de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra be detained outside a prison.
Chalermchai calls it quits as Democrat leader
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Democrat leader Chalermchai Sri-on stepped down after his camp failed to join the Bhumjaithai-led coalition government.
Chadchart bracing for big mass of water gushing down from North
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt is working on handling a huge volume of water flowing down from the North but reassured the situation won’t be as bad as 2011.
Border villagers oppose reopening checkpoints
Villagers said they are against reopening border crossings after Thailand and Cambodia discussed doing so at a key meeting.
Brutal transgender gang slashes British man in Pattaya
A gang of four trans sex workers badly slashed a British man on his head after he rejected them in Pattaya before dawn today (Sep. 12).
Anutin – a pilot with mini-fleet of private planes of his own
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
New Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has a mini-fleet of private airplanes that he has flown to several places in Thailand, Southeast Asia and Europe.
Police start investigating two doctors for helping Thaksin
A police investigation of two doctors suspended for helping de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra stay for six months in a Police Hospital suite is now underway.
Thai consumer confidence at lowest in over two years in August
By Reuters and published by CNA
Consumer confidence declined to the lowest level in 32 months in August amid worries about slow economic recovery, political instability, and US tariffs.
Fierce clash with insurgents in Songkhla
Thai troops are engaged in a big clash with insurgents after encircling a rubber plantation in Songkhla where they are holed up.
‘Thaksinism’ continues to stay in politics even with founder behind bars: Academic
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Despite de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra being in jail, “Thaksinism” still impacts the political arena although with decreased bargaining power.
Lions at open zoo maul caretaker to death
Some lions at a private open zoo in Bangkok badly mauled a zookeeper who later died in a hospital in the presence of both Thai and foreign tourists who did their best to help him.
Wife confirms mauled zookeeper was not depressed
After some lions mauled a zookeeper to death his wife confirmed that he was not depressed nor had suicidal thoughts.
Cabinet nod for extending 7% VAT rate for another year
The Cabinet has given the go-ahead to maintain 7% VAT rate for another year till Sep. 30, 2026 to stimulate the economy.
Supreme Court sends Thaksin back to jail for one year
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra was immediately sent back to jail for a one-year time by the Supreme Court over the six-month fakeout at Police Hospital.
Urgent: Supreme Court orders Thaksin back to jail for one year
The Supreme Court sentenced de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra to return to jail and serve a one-year sentence over the fakeout at Police Hospital.
Police recall Venom ammunition after explosion
Police recalled a big batch of 9mm Venom ammunition for inspection after an explosion during test-firing.
Two Cambodian journalists jailed for treason
Two Khmer journalists have been jailed on charges of treason after sharing a photo taken at an ancient temple that included some landmines.
Thaksin has returned from Dubai today
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Despite swirling speculation de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra has returned to Thailand and will be facing a key verdict tomorrow (Sep. 9).
Red Shirts gather at Supreme Court to support Thaksin
Red-shirt followers flocked to the Supreme Court early this morning (Sep. 9) to support de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra as a verdict in the hospital fakeout case is due.
Tight security at Supreme Court for Thaksin’s verdict tomorrow
Police have beefed up security at the Supreme Court for delivery of a verdict to de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra and others in the Police Hospital escapade lawsuit tomorrow (Sep. 9).
Thaksin’s jet heading for Singapore then likely returning to Thailand
Global flight tracker Flightradar24 said a private jet of similar model de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra uses left Dubai early this morning (Sep.8) en route to Singapore
Prawit turns down defence portfolio offer
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwan has turned down an offer to take up defence minister’s seat but will likely name someone else for this key portfolio.
Anutin not bothered by Pheu Thai’s legal moves
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is not perturbed by Pheu Thai Party taking steps to remove him from the helm of the government, saying it is within their rights to do so.
Vietnamese man held for smuggling rhino horns
A Vietnamese man was arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport for smuggling rhino horns from Angola with there being just around 26,700 rhinos left in the wild.
Thaksin says he’s coming back from Dubai on Monday?
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Although de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra has confirmed that he is returning from Dubai on Monday, some critics doubt he ever will.
Allocation of cabinet seats completed: Anutin
Prime Minister-elect Anutin Charnvirakul said he has finalised allocation of cabinet seats but refused to confirm whether the defence minister has been chosen.
Ekniti a good choice for finance minister: Korn
Former finance minister Korn Chatikavanij praised the selection of Treasury Department Chief Ekniti Nitithanpraphat to head this ministry as he is suited for the current economic conditions.
Housing estate juristic chairman, manager held for bribing officials
Residents of a housing estate were relieved at the arrest of their juristic chairman and manager for bribing officials as some of them have been threatened and beaten by them.
Anutin voted Thailand’s 32nd Prime Minister with 311 votes
Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul got 311 votes from lawmakers to become prime minister today (Sep. 5)
Urgent: Bhumjaithai leader Anutin voted prime minister
Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul was voted prime minister after obtaining more than 247 votes to win the race.
Anutin rushed to meet dad at hospital after being voted PM
Prime Minister-elect Anutin Charnvirakul rushed to visit his father at the hospital after garnering 311 votes from lawmakers to take the helm of government.
Thaksin’s bodyguard among four others flying to Dubai with him
De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra’s bodyguard was among four other passengers who flew with him to Dubai last night (Sep. 4) after being unable to land in Singapore.
Sheffield Wednesday fans protest at Thai embassy
By Chloe Aslett & Oli ConstableBBC News, Yorkshire
Sheffield Wednesday fans held a demonstration against the club’s Thai owner Dejpon Chansiri at the Thai embassy in London over financial woes.
Is Thaksin heading for Dubai?
De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra’s private jet changed its route while heading to Singapore having crossed the Andaman Sea to the Bay of Bengal amid speculation he is heading for Dubai.
Phumtham admits House dissolution decree has been denied
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
A House dissolution decree has been denied by the Office of Privy Councillors due to legal ambiguities and discrepancy, caretaker Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said.
Thaksin allowed to fly to Singapore after being held up at airport
After being held up by officials at Don Mueang Airport de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra was finally cleared and allowed to fly to Singapore for a health checkup.
Monitor lizards show up at Govt House
A quiet morning at Government House amid shifting political landscape turned exciting when two large monitor lizards crawled into the compound.
Cambodians rise up at Sa Kaeo after some families told to leave
Cambodian villagers marched to the border and pressured Thai troops at Sa Kaeo after the provincial governor put up signs evicting 170 Khmer families who had encroached on Thai territory.
MPs tipped to vote for new PM on upcoming Friday or Saturday
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
MPs will likely vote on Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul becoming prime minister either on Friday or Saturday.
Urgent: Phumtham has requested for Royal approval to dissolve House
Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said he has already submitted a request to His Majesty the King to dissolve the House of Representatives and call an election.
People’s to back Anutin for prime minister under 5 conditions
The People’s Party has decided to vote for Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul for prime minister under five conditions.
Tokyo most popular destination among Thai tourists: Thai Airways
Thai Airways’ flight data shows Tokyo is the most popular destination in Asia among Thai tourists with Colombo, Sri Lanka, surging ahead.
Thaksin scrambles to get Prayut return as PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra is now working behind the scenes to get former coup-leader-turned-prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha return at the helm of government.
Sheff Wednesday appeal for help after nightmare summer followed by arrival of starlet
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Beset with cashflow issues for some time, fans of Thai–owned Sheffield Wednesday football club appealed to the Thai Ambassador for help while the arrival of Man United starlet Harry Amass has lifted spirits.
Ancient temple closed, Cambodians need a visa to visit: Second Army Region Chief
The ancient Prasat Ta Muen Thom temple is now permanently fenced in with Cambodians needing a visa to visit it, Second Army Region Commander Lt. Gen. Boonsin Phadklang said.
Thailand’s foreign visitors drop 7.16% y/y in first eight months of 2025
By Reuters and published by Business Times
Total foreign tourist arrivals to Thailand dipped by 7.16 percent during the first eight months of this year compared to the same period last year.
Open zoo holding a grand event to celebrate hippo’s 60th birthday
A special event is being held at Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi to mark the 60th birthday of Mae Mali, the beloved hippopotamus.
People’s dare Pheu Thai-attached caretaker PM to dissolve House now
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
The People’s Party dared Pheu Thai-attached acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai to dissolve the House and call an election right away without waiting for their decision on which camp to support.
British woman stabbed to death in Cambodia
By BBC and Khmer Times
A British woman was stabbed to death by her Congolese housemate in what police said was a “love triangle” killing.
Lom Sak city paralysed by flooding, disaster likely to worsen
Lashed by torrential rain and overflowing Pa Sak river, Lom Sak city in Phetchabun is now severely flooded with the disaster likely to worsen.
Several bomb blasts in Far South to mark anniversary
The three Far South provinces were rocked by several bomb explosions overnight with the insurgents likely setting them off to mark the anniversary of their movement.
People’s bound to choose between Bhumjaithai and Pheu Thai for naming of new PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
The People’s Party will tomorrow (Sep. 1) decide whether to support Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul or Pheu Thai MP Chaikasem Nitisiri for prime minister.
Chiang Mai geese appointed full-time employees
A flock of geese released to clean Chiang Mai’s moat of aquatic weeds have passed their probation and will be given ID cards as municipal employees.
Bhumjaithai tipped to outdo Pheu Thai in setting up new coalition govt
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
Bhumjaithai is seen winning the race to form a brand-new coalition government with party leader Anutin Charnvirakul for prime minister after getting the support of People’s and other camps.
Swansea ease to victory against Sheffield Wednesday
By Gareth Vincent, BBC Sport Wales
Despite trying hard, troubled Sheffield Wednesday lost the match at Hillsborough to Swansea City with the visitors scoring 2-0.
Tropical Storm Nongfa bringing more rain
Coming hot on the heels of Typhoon Kajiki is Tropical Storm Nongfa which is forecast to bring more rain across the country.
38 desperate Khmers caught illegally crossing over to Thailand
Thai troops arrested 38 Cambodian migrant workers who said they crossed over because they were hungry and did not have any income.
4 foreign motorbike racers injured in Pattaya crash
Four foreign youths zooming down a Pattaya road on their motorcycles got injured upon colliding against each other in the wee hours of this morning (Aug. 30).
People’s offer conditional vote for new PM
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
The People’s Party said they will support the naming of a new prime minister conditional upon dissolving the House and calling an election within four months of delivering a policy statement.
Paetongtarn ousted as PM by Constitutional Court over unethical, dishonest deal with Hun Sen
By Thai Newsroom Reporters
The Constitutional Court removed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra over unethical, dishonest deal with senior Cambodian leader Hun Sen.
Chaikasem ready to follow party’s decision
Pheu Thai prime minister candidate Chaikasem Nitisiri said he is ready to follow his party’s decision on assuming the helm of government.
