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More Democrats resign in protest of Chalermchai

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

More Democrats quit the party to protest the naming of Chalermchai Sri-on the leader after former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva did so.

All entertainment venues allowed to stay open till dawn New Year’s Day

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

The government has given the go-ahead for all entertainment venues nationwide to open from dusk on New Year’s Eve till dawn New Year’s Day with other rules too changed.

Corrections Dept, Police Hospital representatives face House panel grilling on Thaksin

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A House panel will be quizzing Corrections Department and Police Hospital representatives about de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra staying at the hospital with no schedule to return to prison.

Police target pub after former boxing champ faces sexual misconduct claims

After a 17-year-old teen girl filed sexual misconduct claims against former boxing champ Somrak Khamsing, police hit the pub where they met with charges of admitting minors.

Chuan tells Chalermchai not to turn into a party ‘reserved’ as future coalition partner

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Former Democrat leader Chuan Leekpai urged new leader Chalermchai Sri-on to avoid turning into a party “reserved” as a future coalition partner.

Illegal Bangkok bar raided, 100-plus drug users found

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

As many as 122 drug users were rounded up at an illegal bar in Bangkok in the wee hours today (Dec. 10) during a raid accompanied by Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul.

200 people flee shooting at Cambodian workers’ futsal match

Around 200 people fled for their lives after shots were fired at a friendly futsal match between two groups of Cambodian workers.

THAI apologies after passenger was scalded with hot coffee during flight

Thai Airways apologised after a flight attendant dropped a cup of hot coffee on a passenger while handing it to another passenger seated further in.

Chalermchai named Democrat leader, Det-it named Democrat secretary-general

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

With Chalermchai Sri-on being named Democrat leader and former leader Abhisit Vejjajiva quitting the race by resigning as party member, it is speculated this party will now try to join the Pheu Thai-led coalition government.

Under construction condo’s fire escape collapses, 3 houses damaged

The fire escape staircase of a luxury condo under construction in Nonthaburi city suddenly collapsed damaging three houses but fortunately there were no injuries.

Public warned to not believe Covid fake news

The government quickly warned the public to not believe fake news that New Year’s festivities have been cancelled because of a new Covid outbreak.

Two Indian tourists killed as van crashes into truck

Killed in an accident in Chumporn at 1 a.m. today (Dec. 9) were two young Indian tourists with four other tourists as well as the driver being injured.

Thailand, Myanmar to form aid task force as border unrest intensifies

By Reuters and published by CNA

Thailand and Myanmar are setting up a task force to help people displaced by fighting which escalated after the rebel offensive started in late October.

71,000 people found so far to have 3.5 billion baht in debt to loan sharks

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said altogether 71,000 people nationwide are carrying a total of 3.5 billion baht in loan shark debts with others urged to likewise get help from the authorities.

Paetongtarn ‘too ashamed’ to tell truth or lie about her father’s ‘illnesses’

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A former MP said Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra is likely too ashamed to tell the truth or lie about the “illnesses” besetting her father, de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra.

20-MPs faction backs Chalermchai for Democrat leader

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

As many as 20 out of 25 Democrat MPs have decided to back acting Democrat leader Chalermchai Sri-on as head of this party with there being others in the race too.

Srettha trying to set power rate at 4.10 baht a unit

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said talks are taking place to hike the electricity rate from 3.99 baht a unit to 4.10 baht and not 4.68 baht as has been proposed.

Thai inflation lowest in 33 months – Commerce Ministry

By Reuters and published by CNA

Thai headline inflation was -0.44 percent in November the lowest in nearly three years but the Commerce Ministry denied the economy is tipping into deflation.

PM charged with breaking law over 6,000 baht gift to Paetongtarn

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

An activist filed a petition against Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin for allegedly breaking the law by giving Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra a gift worth over 6,000 baht.

Agriculture Minister joins crackdown on rubber smuggling

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Agriculture Minister Thammanat Prompao is joining a drive to stamp out natural rubber smuggling amid tumbling local prices.

Justice Minister not empowered to endorse Thaksin’s extended stay at hospital

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Justice Minister Thavi Sodsong said he is not legally empowered to let de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra stay on at Police Hospital after 120 days are up.

Australian Hell’s Angels gang leader arrested in Thailand

An Australian man who the authorities say is the head of the Hell’s Angels gang there was arrested by Thai Immigration Police after travelling here on another person’s passport.

Thai business group keeps 2023 growth forecast at 2.5%-3.0%

By Reuters and published by CNA

A Thai business group projected that the economy will grow 2.5%-3.0% this year as total foreign arrivals will likely be lower than earlier forecast.

Unesco lists Songkarn as cultural heritage

Unesco has listed Songkarn in Thailand as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity with three other Thai elements previously recognised.

Abhisit urged to contest for return as Democrat leader

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has been urged to contest for return as Democrat leader with there already being two other contenders in the race.

Paetongtarn shrugs off questions about her father’s ‘illnesses’

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra kept mum when questioned about the “illnesses” her father, de facto party boss-cum-convict at large Thaksin Shinawatra, is said to be suffering from.

Policeman in hot water for letting Chinese tourist wear uniform

A policeman is in trouble for allowing a Chinese tourist to wear his uniform and take photos that were widely circulated on various social media platforms.

Foreign man hit, killed by car in Pattaya

A foreign man died while crossing the road in Pattaya soon after midnight last night (Dec. 5) but was blamed by the driver of the vehicle that hit him for suddenly jumping right in front.

Many more people tipped to report loan shark debts

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

So far only about 40,000 people nationwide have reported their debts to loan sharks but Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is confident more will follow suit.

Social activist offered kickback to help ‘big shot’ over pork smuggling scandals

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

The pork smuggling scandals took another turn with Agriculture & Cooperatives Minister Thammanat Prompao saying a social activist had been offered a kickback to help a “big shot” not get entangled.

Truck driver caught after wild chase with over 20 vehicles hit

A truck driver who panicked upon being stopped for a search led police on a wild chase during which he hit over twenty vehicles and slightly injured three policemen before being stopped in Samut Prakan city.

Oxford University Press has named ‘rizz’ as its word of the year

By AP and published by CNA

“Rizz” – Gen Z slang for ability to attract a romantic or sexual partner – has been named Oxford’s 2023 Word of the Year, topping “Swiftie” and “situationship”

Commercial ships hit by missiles in Houthi attack in Red Sea, US warship downs 3 drones

By AP and published by Yahoo!News

Three commercial ships came under attack in the Red Sea on Sunday (Dec. 3) with Yemen’s Houthi rebels claiming responsibility and prompting a US warship to open fire in self-defence.

Potjaman’s nephew defends self over new posting at Phuket airport

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A nephew of de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra’s former spouse Potjaman Damapong defended himself over transfer as immigration superintendent at Phuket airport amid social media backlash.

Swiss man falls to his death from Pattaya condo

A Swiss man who was allegedly depressed after his beer bar business collapsed fell to his death from a luxury condo in Pattaya today (Dec. 3).

Victim warns public to beware of fake lottery tickets

A woman who unwittingly bought a fake lottery ticket warned punters to beware of being scammed with an official confirming that it was forged.

22,000 people claim carrying loan shark debts in single day

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Around 22,000 people trooped in to inform the authorities of their debts to loan sharks in a single day with a lot more likely to follow suit.

Corrections Dept told to not handle a house arrest for Thaksin

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A former Democrat MP told the Corrections Department to not manage a house arrest for de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra as rumoured they might do.

Neighbour held for beating Italian man to death in front of his house

A Thai neighbour was arrested for beating an Italian man to death after a lengthy row and a court case stemming from discarding garbage in front of his house.

Thieves go on a rampage stealing water meters in Hat Yai

Residents of 13 houses in Hat Yai woke up with no tap water after thieves stole their water meters with police admitting many other areas of this southern city had been hit.

Anti-loan sharks campaign means no waiver of debt

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A minister said debt waiver is not part of the anti-loan sharks drive with the authorities to help work out a compromise between the two parties.

Administrative Court to judge whether Thaksin is clinically or ‘politically’ ill

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A political activist is going to ask the Administrative Court to judge whether de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra is clinically or “politically” ill.

Female worker died after wall collapses in house being renovated

A young woman died while renovating a house in the On Nut area of Bangkok with her team when a wall suddenly collapsed.

39 foreign tourists escape bus blaze

All 39 French tourists narrowly escaped from a tour bus after the rear engine caught fire with the unsuspecting driver only finding out upon being alerted by a passing motorist.

Pheu Thai-led govt alleged of pushing mutually contradictory populist campaigns

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

The government was slammed for allegedly pushing contradictory populist campaigns with the digital wallet scheme piling massive debts while moving to rescue people from loan shark debts.

409 million baht in wealth owned by suspected money-laundering senator seized

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A drug-busting agency seized 409 million baht of assets held by Senator Upakit Pachareeyangkun who is facing drug trafficking and money laundering charges.

Prayut named privy councillor

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Former army chief and former prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, who claimed he has given up on politics, has been named a privy councillor.

Four being quizzed for allegedly helping prisoner escape from mountains

Four men were rounded up in Phatthalung on a charge of helping a prisoner on the run escape from Banthat mountain range after a clash with police.

GDP forecast to rise 3.8% partly due to digital wallet campaign

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Thailand’s GDP is expected to reach 3.8% next year with this partly helped by the digital wallet scheme but will likely dip in 2025.

Thaksin’s medical expenses at Police Hospital entirely covered by taxpayers’ money

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Taxpayers’ money is being used to fully cover all medical expenses of de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra at Police Hospital with this totalling millions of baht.

Court puts off handing down verdict in Yingluck case

A court put off giving its verdict in a case against former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra because one of a panel of nine judges had died and a replacement still to be appointed.

Foreign Minister welcomes two more Thais released by Hamas

By Naewna newspaper and Reuters – published by CNA

Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-nukara personally welcomed two more Thais released by Hamas at a Tel Aviv hospital last night (Nov. 28) with 10 more Israelis too being freed.

PM declares war against loan sharks

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin declared a war on loan sharks with those ensnared and having to pay huge interest rates being rescued and action taken against those who trapped them.

Madam Deer to contest for Democrat leader

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Watanya Bunnag, aka Madam Deer, has thrown her hat in the ring for Democrat leader and will likely face acting deputy leader Narapat Kaewthong with Abhisit Vejjajiva too possibly being named another contender.

Govt personnel’s startup salary upped to 18,000 baht a month

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

The startup salary of all newly-employed government personnel has been increased to 18,000 per month from middle of next year onwards.

Lively digital Loy Krathong festival at Ong Ang canal

An eco-friendly Loy Krathong event took place at Bangkok’s Ong Ang canal last night (Nov. 27) with BMA having arranged the floating of digital krathongs to the excitement of merrymakers.

Tax refund backed shopping sprees by well-to-do to start soon

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A campaign to get the well-to-do to go on shopping sprees and benefit from tax refund will start soon with this likely lifting domestic consumption.

Makro cooperating with DSI in contraband pork probe

A DSI team investigating smuggling and distribution of contraband pork visited Makro head office today (Nov. 27) but the management said their procurement procedure is above board.

Hamas frees 3 more Thais, 15 likely still detained

Three more Thais have been released by Hamas taking the total set free in three groups to 17 with there likely being 15 others still held in captivity.

Magnificent wedding in Myanmar arranged by a Thai

Amid clashes across the country, a Myanmar couple got married in a spectacular three-day wedding at Mandalay with the Thai wedding planner using flowers from three countries for the event.

PM inadvertently confirmed cronyism over police promotions: Rangsiman

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Move Forward MP Rangsiman Rome said Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin did inadvertently confirm alleged cronyism in the promotion of some police officers though he denies it.

Myanmar helping 2 injured Thai women return home

Two Thai women who jumped from a building at a battle-hit city in Shan State, Myanmar, are being brought back to Thailand in an ambulance.

Gaza hostage release back on after aid row settled

By Reuters and published by Yahoo!News

A delay to the release of a second group of hostages over Hamas’ accusation that Israel violated the terms of the truce has been resolved with 13 Israelis and seven foreigners to be freed for 39 Palestinians.

PM takes action against call centre scammers

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin called for coordinated action against call centre gangs after admitting that he too frequently gets scam calls.

Review of case escaped prisoner claims was unfairly handled ordered

The Attorney-General has ordered a review of a case that a convict at large said in a video clip was handled unfairly as he alone was sentenced to jail but not others who were involved.

10 Thais released by Hamas, another 20 likely still detained

By Matichon newspaper and Reuters – published by Yahoo!News

Ten Thais who were among 24 hostages released by Hamas on Friday (Nov. 24) are undergoing medical checks while the Israeli government has received a list of more hostages to be freed today.

PM may be quizzed by graft-busters on alleged cronyism over police promotions

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Graft-busters are gearing up to possibly question Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin over alleged cronyism in the promotion of some police officers.

Ex-coup leader-turned-ex-PM Prayut’s wealth said to total B130m

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Former coup leader and now former prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and his spouse Naraporn Chan-o-cha were officially reported to have a total of 130 million baht in assets and no debts.

Over 1,000 tonnes of smuggled meats found at 14 cold storages

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Agriculture & Cooperatives Minister Thammanat Prompao said over 1,000 tonnes of smuggled meats were found in 14 cold storages amid ongoing crackdown.

Hunt for escaped convict called off amid heavy rain

A big hunt for an escaped convict on Banthat mountain range in the South was called off today (Nov. 24) after torrential rain lashed the area.

Villagers in 10 southern provinces alerted of flashfloods

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Ten southern provinces were alerted of torrential rainwater and flashfloods from this weekend till the end of the month with Songkhla, Phuket, Krabi and Surat Thani being among them.

BTS joins partners in launching E-motorcycles for bike taxi riders

BTS Group Holdings is joining its partners to encourage Bangkok motorcycle taxi riders to switch to E-bikes through a new hire-purchase deal.

Gaza ceasefire and hostage release to start today

By AFP and published by CNA

A four-day ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas is to start this morning (Nov. 24) with 13 civilian hostages to be released later in the day.

Ex-police chief urges PM to step down over alleged cronyism

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Former police chief Seripisut Temiyavej told Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to quit over alleged cronyism in claimed promotion of certain police officers as superintendents.

B600m in cash allegedly laundered by senator to be confiscated abroad

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A drug-busting agency is moving to seize 600 million baht that Senator Upakit Pachareeyangkun is alleged to have laundered and deposited overseas.

Online gambling network in Phuket raided

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Police raided an online gambling den run from a luxury villa in Phuket with there being dozens of both Thai and foreign betting agents involved.

Indian man plunges to death from Pattaya condo

A young Indian man died late last night (Nov. 22) after plunging from the 45th floor of a condominium in Pattaya with his friends saying he had just quarrelled with his girlfriend back home.

K-pop band Blackpink receive honorary MBEs from Britain’s King Charles

By Reuters and published by CNA

Britain’s King Charles gave K-pop band Blackpink, with Thailand’s Lisa being a member, honorary Member of the Order of the British Empire medals during South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s visit.

PM taken to task for allegedly looking to promote certain police officers

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Move Forward MPs slammed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin after allegations of Pheu Thai MPs informally asking him to promote certain police officers in their constituencies surfaced on social media.

PM urged to skip double standards over Thaksin as convict at large

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A former Democrat MP urged Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to halt double standards over two convicts at large, one of them being Thaksin Shinawatra.

Suspect nabbed in killing of teacher, freshman

One of five suspects chased in the killing of a teacher and a student in Khlong Toei area earlier this month was arrested today (Nov. 22) with six of his friends also being questioned.

Ex-inmate writes song with snide lyrics on Thaksin as convict at large

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A former MP who was recently released from jail has written a song with snide lyrics pointing to de facto Pheu Thai boss-cum-convict at large Thaksin Shinawatra.

Ex-minister likely to deny link to smuggling of pork, entrails: Varawut

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Chart Thai leader Varawut Silpa-archa said former deputy minister and the party’s secretary-general Prapat Bhothasuthon will likely deny any alleged links to smuggling and illegal trading of pork and entrails.

Body of Indian man who jumped into river after killing ex-girlfriend found

A heart-broken Indian man who killed his ex-girlfriend at a Pattaya hotel committed suicide by jumping into Bang Pakong river as soon as police arrived.

Thailand bans import of all types of iguanas to control rapid spread

The Thai government has banned the import of all species of iguanas after their rapid spread has started affecting the ecosystem and troubling farmers in affected areas.

Premature babies evacuated from Gaza to Egypt as conflict continues

By Reuters and published by CNA

Some premature babies were transferred from Gaza’s besieged Al Shifa Hospital to Egypt for care with 11 to 12 of them in critical condition.

Srettha working on bringing Yingluck back home

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

An activist said that Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is busy looking for a way to bring former premier Yingluck Shinawatra back home without having to go to jail.

Navy Chief prefer already-ordered submarine rather than frigate

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Navy Chief Adm. Adung Pan-iam is opting to procure a submarine for which a German engine is unavailable rather than swapping it for a frigate as has been considered.

Chadchart tells protesting waste collectors to not hold public hostage

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt told protesting Lak Si district trash collectors to not hold the public hostage by allowing garbage to pile up.

Thai Q3 GDP grows 1.5% y/y, below forecast

The Thai economy grew at a slower pace of 1.5% year-on-year in the third quarter, coming in below economists’ expectations.

Phuket aims to become autonomous administration

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Phuket is pushing to become the country’s third autonomous administration similar to Bangkok and Pattaya and is now well-prepared for this change.

Most disagree with borrowing 500 billion baht to fund digital wallet: Poll

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A new NIDA poll shows most respondents disagree with the government’s plan to borrow 500 billion baht to fund its digital wallet scheme.

Kalasin villagers forced to buy fresh water for sparing use

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A large number of villagers in Kalasin now have to buy fresh water from vendors for sparing use as there is no natural water available after the rainy season ended.

266 Thais returning home from Myanmar via China amid heavy fighting

By Naewna and Reuters – published by CNA

Over 200 Thais as well as a few Filipinos and a Singaporean who were stuck in northern Myanmar where fighting is raging are flying to Bangkok from China tonight (Nov. 19).

Prayut’s party calls for setting up legal casinos

Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party, de facto led by former prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, called for setting up legal casinos to stimulate the economy and get additional income.

Arrest warrant out for Thai woman in brutal murder of Taiwanese man

Police are hunting for a Thai woman in the murder of a Taiwanese man at a Bangna hotel while her partner, a Vanuatuan with dual Iranian nationality, has fled overseas

41 Thais return safely from northern Myanmar, over 200 still stuck there

Myanmar officers brought 41 Thais to Mai Sai town after they had escaped fighting in northern Myanmar where over 200 others remained stranded at a military camp with battles raging all around.

Two foreigners nabbed in murder of Taiwanese man

A Myanmar man and a Cameroonian have been arrested in the murder of a Taiwanese man while police are chasing a Westerner.

Tighter tax rules not applicable if double taxation agreement signed: Expert

The new tax rules starting on Jan. 1, 2024 will not affect foreign retirees if their country has signed a double taxation agreement with Thailand, a tax law professor said.

More Myanmar troops fleeing rebel attacks enter India

By Reuters and published by Yahoo!News

Another group of Myanmar soldiers crossed over to India as insurgents pound their military base amid heavy assaults in the northeast, east and west.

Strong 6.4 earthquake in Myanmar’s Shan state felt in Thailand

A 6.4 magnitude earthquake shook Myanmar’s Shan state this morning (Nov. 17) with this also being felt in many northern Thailand provinces as well as at some high-rises in Bangkok.

Prawit not going to quit anytime soon

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Despite ongoing speculation Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwan is not going to quit anytime soon, his brother/ Natural Resources & Environment Minister Patcharawat Wongsuwan confirmed.

‘Sickly’ Thaksin’s cases not subject to criminal record erasure: Police chief

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra is not among millions of suspects and convicts whose criminal records are being erased by the Criminal Records Division.

1.62 million people benefit from upgrading land papers to title deeds

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

In a windfall for 1.62 million people the government will be upgrading their ALRO 4-01 papers which show occupation of state-owned land to title deeds for agriculture.

Criminal link in murder of Taiwanese man at Bangkok hotel

A Taiwanese man with a criminal record in his home country was found murdered at a hotel on Udomsuk road (Sukhumvit Soi 103) this morning (Nov. 16).

41 Thais among thousands fleeing heavy fighting in northern Myanmar

Thousands of people including 41 Thais have fled heavy fighting that has spread to Laukkaing city, northern Myanmar, but are stuck at an inter-state checkpoint with very few allowed to get through.

Joe Biden, Xi Jinping agree to restart high-level military talks

By AFP and published by NDTV

US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to resume high-level military-to-military communications but remain far apart on Taiwan.

No Plan B for digital wallet campaign: Julapun

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

In rejecting Move Forward’s advice, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat said there is no Plan B to implement in place of the 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme.

Online loan shark scammers nabbed in Bangkok, nine provinces

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A gang of online loan shark scammers who charged 7.5% daily interest rate have been arrested in Bangkok and nine province.

3.48 trillion baht budget for 2024 due for cabinet nod

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A national budget totalling 3.48 trillion baht for fiscal 2024 will be tabled for cabinet approval next week with this incurring 693 billion baht deficit.

Cash-strapped woman desperately selling car to marry again

A woman put up an attention-grabbing sign on her sedan saying she is urgently selling the vehicle because she is short of money to marry again.

Rice farmers to get 1,000 baht subsidy per rai

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Cabinet gave the go-ahead for granting 1,000 baht per rai subsidy to rice farmers for maximum 20 rai per household today (Nov. 14).

Tesla eying three locations for possible factory in Thailand: PM

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said in the US today (Nov. 14) that Tesla Inc. will be checking out three locations in Thailand for possibly setting up a factory here.

Navy denies 100 VN fishing boats have seized part of Gulf of Thailand

The Thai navy said it is not true that as many as a hundred Vietnamese fishing boats have seized a part of the Gulf of Thailand as some media outlets have reported.

Italian man dies in fall from Skytrain station

A young Italian man fell to his death from BTS Sanam Pao station during the rush hour this morning (Nov. 14) with the cause of the fatal plunge as yet unknown.

84 Thai women now entrapped in Shan State

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Altogether 84 Thai women are entrapped in Shan State after being lured into call-centre scams or prostitution there amid a move to set up a safehouse for Thais in Myanmar.

Retailers Assn. keen on moving up digital wallet project by a month

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

The retailers association urged the government to move up the 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme by a month for better results.

Police Chief against deploying Chinese police in Thailand

National Police Chief Pol.Gen. Torsak Sukwimon disagrees with deploying Chinese police to patrol Thailand for the safety of Chinese tourists as this violates Thailand’s sovereignty.

Teen boy shot dead as rival youth gangs clash in Pattanakarn area

A 15-year-old boy was shot dead during a clash between two rival youth gangs in Pattanakarn Soi 53 in the dead of the night following years-long conflict.

Sudarat lashes out at PM over digital wallet project

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Thai Sang Thai leader Sudarat Keyurapan slammed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin for not keeping his word on not borrowing to fund the digital wallet scheme.

Environmental concerns raised over Khao Yai music festival

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Tourism groups voiced concern over Khao Yai national park’s environment and wildlife likely being damaged during the Big Mountain music festival taking place early next month.

Policeman hunting for escaped prisoner stung by wasps

A policeman who is part of a big team hunting for an escaped prisoner on Banthad mountains in Trang was badly injured after being stung by paper wasps.

Woman dies in downtown Bangkok condo fire

A woman died after a fire spread through the upper floors of a condominium in Phetchaburi Soi 15 soon after midnight with firemen taking half an hour to put it out.

Tourists injured after 2 die in van’s tire explosion are all safe

All 10 tourists injured after a van’s tire exploded killing two other vacationers as they were travelling from Chiang Mai to Pai are now in safe condition.

Ministry rushing to help almost 300 Thais in Myanmar as fighting escalates

The Foreign Ministry is rushing to bring back almost 300 Thais from a city in Myanmar’s Shan state as fighting has intensified in this area with a bomb exploding near their residence yesterday (Nov. 10).

Japan-led navy exercise starts with Philippines observing for first time

By Reuters and published by Yahoo!News

A Japan-led annual navy exercise has kicked off with the Philippines observing the operations for the first time as the two countries boost maritime cooperation.

10,000-baht digital wallet for as many as 50 million Thais: PM

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said today (Nov. 10) 50 million people will be given 10,000-baht digital wallet with the handout set for next May.

Parallel populist project unveiled for the well-to-do

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin introduced an e-refund project for the well-to-do who may not get the 10,000-baht digital wallet with this being income tax refund for purchases made under set conditions.

Thailand tipped to produce 32 million tonnes of rice

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Thailand will likely produce 32 million tonnes of rice in the 2023/2024 season, a drop of 6% from the previous season, mainly due to the El Nino phenomenon.

Air pollution soars across most of Bangkok

Choking air pollution returned to Bangkok this afternoon (Nov. 10) with GISTDA data showing it had exceeded the red-code level in 34 districts.

Chinese tourist attacked over claim of stealing bar girl’s money

A Chinese tourist who was taking a bar girl to his hotel room in Pattaya was beaten up by two Thai men who accused him of stealing 15,000 baht from the woman.

Pheu Thai leader by no means outperforming PM: Phumtham

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai denied Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra is now outperforming Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin insisting they are both working in harmony.

10,000-baht digital wallet not for purchase of services

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Recipients of the 10,000-baht digital wallet will likely be barred from spending it on services such as those offered by beauty salons and barber shops.

Brazilian man leads police on a wild chase in Phuket

A Brazilian man who fled after a collision at Patong beach led police on a wild chase during which he hit a van full of tourists, slightly injuring many of them.

Fake Manchester United, Thai national team T-shirts seized at border

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Fake football T-shirts of Manchester United, Thai national team and other famous clubs were seized at the Thai-Cambodian border but the motorcycle-riding suspect managed to escape.

Biden, Xi set to steal Apec spotlight with talks to steady ties

By Reuters and published by CNA

The expected summit between US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping during the Apec forum next week will be very business-like with a lot on the agenda to go through.

Move Forward-ousted MPs told to find another party within 30 days

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Two Move Forward MPs who were turned out after sexual harassment allegations surfaced have been told to join another party within 30 days or lose their status.

Ministry launching day-long Phuket health sandbox for tourists soon

The Public Health Ministry will be launching a day-long health sandbox for the safety of tourists at Phuket’s Patong beach soon with there to be Sky Doctor Exercise and 100,000 free flu shots.

Thai mercenaries are not fighting for Israel: Ministry

Amid social media speculation that Thai mercenaries are fighting for Israel in its current war against Hamas, the Foreign Ministry quickly quashed the rumour pointing out that only dual nationals are doing so.

Alcohol allowed up to 4 a.m. at night venues staying open till then

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul clarified that night venues in Bangkok and 3 tourist cities being allowed to stay open till 4 a.m. will be permitted to serve alcohol till closing time.

Mongkolkit shows up at hospital but barred from visiting Thaksin

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Former MP Mongkolkit Suksintharanon showed up at Police Hospital to visit de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra but was stopped from seeing him to ascertain his condition.

Farmers told to sell rice to cooperatives for better profit

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Farmers have been urged to sell their Hom Mali fragrant rice to agricultural cooperatives rather than private millers to get a better price and that they will get an even higher price if they sell it later.

Srettha not beefing up security despite death threat

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is not stepping up security despite a man who was disappointed with his politics and administration having threatened to kill him in an online post.

Myanmar rebels capture provincial town as anti-junta offensive widens

By Reuters and published by CNA

Myanmar resistance troops captured a provincial town with this hailed as key victory by the shadow National Unity Government (NUG).

Only night venues in Bangkok, 3 key tourist provinces to stay open till 4 a.m.

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed that only entertainment venues in Bangkok and 3 key tourist provinces will be allowed to stay open till 4 a.m. and nowhere else anytime soon.

Democrat brothers jog home after being freed from jail

Two Democrat brothers who jogged home from prison in Nakhon Si Thammarat after being released on parole today (Nov. 6) will be outlining political direction tomorrow.

Three more online scammers nabbed in police sweep

Cyper police have arrested three more suspects with two having sold details of millions of people to the dark web while the third wrote a programme to bypass facial scan and steal large sums of money.

4 hurt as ambulance jumps red light and hits pick-up truck

An ambulance rushing to pick up a patient jumped the red light and slammed into a vegetable pick-up truck in Prachinburi this evening (Nov. 6) leading to four hospital employees being injured.

Blizzards in China’s northeast ground flights, force school closures

By Reuters and published by CNA

Hundreds of flights were grounded and schools closed in many cities as blizzards swept across northeast China today (Nov. 6).

‘I am nobody’s puppet’: PM

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Irked by the public seeing him as being virtually influenced by the Shinawatra family, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said on X that he is nobody’s puppet.

ISOC missions can no longer be run as in Cold War era: PM

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Even while pointing out that ISOC had to change from Cold War era mindset, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin still ruled out dissolving the army-led unit.

Most people prefer to use digital wallet anywhere: Poll

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A new NIDA Poll shows the majority prefer to use 10,000-baht digital wallet anywhere in the country rather than being restricted to their home province or district.

Village headman, boy killed at mor lam shooting

A youth high on drugs shot dead a village headman and a young boy after coming to a mor lam music show to defend a friend being attacked by a rival gang and suddenly falling.

Suthin dared to find out truth about ISOC’s ‘secret funding’

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Defence Minister Suthin Khlangsang was challenged to find out details of the “secret funding” channelled to ISOC for its missions which remain a mystery.

Night venue operators say 4 a.m. closure will greatly boost revenue

Night venue owners are certain the government’s move to extend closure to 4 a.m. in certain zones of four provinces will greatly boost revenue during the festive season.

2 more Thai workers dead, one more taken hostage in Israel

Two more Thai workers died in the Israel-Hamas war and one more taken hostage as Palestinians said an Israeli strike hit a school serving as a shelter.

MP hit with sexual harassment allegations apologises, not quitting

Move Forward MP Chaiyamparvaan Manpianjit who survived being expelled from the party after sexual harassment allegations were filed against him today (Nov. 3) apologised but refused to resign.

Appeals Court refuses to grant Anon bail in Section 112 case

Well-known activist lawyer Anon Nampha who is in jail for violating Criminal Code Section 112, or the lese majeste law, has been denied bail for the third time.

17 Indian star tortoises seized at Suvarnabhumi Airport

A Thai woman was nabbed at Suvarnabhumi Airport while trying to smuggle 17 Indian star tortoises to Taipei in her suitcase with this being a threatened thus protected tortoise species.

20 Thai hostages are safe: Malaysian PM

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin was informed by Malaysian Premier Anwar Ibrahim that 20 Thais held captive by Hamas fighters are safe while two to three others are being traced.

New Beatles single Now and Then released with backup from AI

By AFP and published by CNA

A new Beatles song called “Now and Then” and produced with a little help from artificial intelligence featuring the voice of the late John Lennon was released yesterday to lukewarm reviews.

Thailand, China to hold unofficial talks on submarine-frigate tradeoff

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Unofficial Thai-Chinese talks on swapping a submarine for which a German engine is unavailable for a frigate will likely take place at a defence and security fair next week.

Female activists press MP to quit over sexual harassment allegations

Female activists urged a Move Forward MP to resign over sexual harassment allegations after the party voted to not expel him while booting out another MP.

Appeals Courts dismisses case against Yellow Shirt leader, members

The Appeals Court upheld a verdict dismissing a case against a leader and 20 members of People’s Alliance for Democracy (PAD), commonly known as Yellow Shirts, for their 2008 demonstrations.

Many southernmost villagers favour ISOC dissolution: MP

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A Move Forward MP said that many southernmost villagers back a huge move to disband ISOC and would endorse a legislation that this be done despite Prime MInister Srettha Thavisin ruling it out.

Thammanat threatens to take back major agriculture agency amid tussle with Chaiya

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Agriculture Minister Thammanat Prompao might take back a key agency from his deputy Chaiya Promma should conflict of interest linger on.

Quake jolts Andaman Islands, 669 km away from Phang Nga

An earthquake of 5.1 magnitude occurred near the Andaman Islands this evening (Nov. 1) with the epicentre being 669 km northwest of Phang Nga.

60 unidentified bodies of Asians in Israel

There are 60 bodies of foreigners, all Asians, killed in the Israeli-Hamas war that the Israeli authorities are still working on identifying.

Army-led ISOC won’t be dissolved: PM

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin ruled out dissolving the Internal Security Operations Command while Move Forward is seen drumming up support for legislation to disband it.

Padipat finally accepted as MP of Fair Party

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Deputy House Speaker Padipat Santipada has now officially joined the Fair Party thus able to retain this key post after a “technical” ouster from Move Forward.

Protesters urge govt to return Thaksin to jail

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A protest was held today (Oct. 31) to pressure the government to send de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra back to prison from Police Hospital.

Thailand to offer Indian, Taiwanese tourists visa-free entry

By Reuters and published by Swissinfo.ch

Thailand will offer visa-free entry to tourists from India and Taiwan for up to 30 days starting next month as the country gears up for peak tourism season.

Panpree urgently flies to Qatar, Egypt for talks on freeing hostages

Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-nukara is urgently flying to Qatar and Egypt to seek help in freeing 22 Thais held hostage by Hamas as the war escalates.

‘Big Joke’ jeered for literally kneeling before Potjaman

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Pol.Gen. Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn was slammed online for kneeling before de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra’s ex-wife Potjaman na Pombejra at a Sanam Luang activity.

Ministry promotes childbearing as births plunge

The Public Health Ministry has made it a national agenda to promote childbearing amid declining birth rate with barriers to have children being removed.

Phumtham puts the brakes on sugar price hike

Commerce Minister Phumtham Wechayachai halted a four-baht a kg increase in the ex-factory price of sugar by designating it a controlled product.

Mpox surges with 24 infected, one more death in just a week

Mpox (monkeypox) cases increased over the past week with 24 more getting infected and one patient dying and of this total nine cases were in Bangkok.

Political climate to determine how quickly Paetongtarn becomes PM: Anutin

Interior Minister-cum-Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul said political atmosphere will determine how quickly Paetongtarn Shinawatra becomes the prime minister.

Ministry slams showing video of Thai being brutally killed at UN

The Thai Foreign Ministry criticised the showing of a gruesome video of a Thai worker being brutally killed by a Hamas fighter at the UN General Assembly.

Srettha slammed for literally bowing to Paetongtarn

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin was blasted for literally bowing to Paetongtarn Shinawatra after she was named Pheu Thai leader at yesterday’s (Oct. 27) caucus.

Captain of ‘Wild Boars’ football team killed himself at UK school, coroner rules

By BBC and Thai Newsroom

A British coroner has ruled that the captain of the “Wild Boars” football team took his own life at a football academy in the UK where he was found unconscious on Feb. 12 and later died at a hospital.

Governors told to push families to bring Thai workers back from Israel

Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul tonight (Oct. 28) sent an urgent message to all governors to tell relatives of Thai workers in Israel to persuade them to immediately return.

PM tells Thais in Israel to change their minds and return immediately

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin urged Thais in Israel to change their minds and immediately return home as Israel expands its ground operation in Gaza.

Paetongtarn named Pheu Thai leader

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra’s daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra was today (Oct. 27) named party leader at an extraordinary caucus.

Price of sugar hiked by 4 baht a kg

The Cane and Sugar Board last night (Oct. 27) hiked the ex-factory price of sugar by four baht a kilogramme effective today.

At UN podium, Israel’s envoy plays gruesome video of Thai being attacked

By Reuters and published by Yahoo!News

Israel’s UN envoy played a gruesome video of a Hamas fighter trying to decapitate a Thai farm worker with a garden tool during a General Assembly meeting.

Thai police, DEA bust Nigerian drug gang

Thai narcotics police together with a US DEA official smashed a Nigerian drug gang that has been targeting tourists in Bangkok and smuggling these narcotics overseas.

Two fairground rides closed after accident injures three people

Three people were injured after a giant octopus ride at a funfair beneath Rama VIII bridge malfunctioned with this and another big ride quickly shut down.

Somsak quashes accusation of demanding big kickback in black panther case

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Deputy Premier Somsak Thepsuthin denied an accusation that he had demanded 50 million baht kickback from the family of construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta to spare him jail in the black panther case.

Govt warned against getting loans to fund digital wallet project

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A Move Forward MP warned the government against issuing an executive decree to borrow cash to fund the digital wallet scheme as this is only allowed for emergency or necessity.

Hearing put off in Koh Phangan murder case

Koh Samui court postponed a hearing of a Spanish chef charged with the murder and dismemberment of a Colombian surgeon on Koh Phangan last August after he requested an in-person interpreter.

As many as 54 Thais taken hostage: Israeli Govt

The Israeli government said more than half of the 220 people taken hostage by Hamas have foreign passports with 54 of them being Thais who are the biggest foreign group held captive.

‘The well-to-do’ might not get 10,000-baht digital wallet: Julapun

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat said “well-to-do” Thai citizens will probably not get the 10,000-baht digital wallet as options to downsize the scheme are being weighed.

180 people wielding dark influence: House panel

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A House committee revealed that 180 people had been shortlisted as exerting dark influence following the arrest of Deputy Interior Minister Chada Thaiset’s son-in-law on bribery charges.

Pita shares TIME100 Next honour with all Thais

Move Forward advisory chairman Pita Limjaroenrat said in his speech at TIME100 Next gala dinner in New York City that he is sharing the honour of being named one of this year’s emerging global leaders with all Thais.

Another Thai worker dead in Israel-Hamas war

Another Thai worker has died in the Israel-Hamas war raising the death toll to 31 while remains of seven workers will be arriving tomorrow morning (Oct. 26).

Driver dead, 15 students hurt as truck slams into van

A school van driver was killed and 15 students injured when a parcel delivery truck rammed into their vehicle while overtaking a sedan early this morning (Oct. 25).

Submarine deal won’t be scrapped at expense of other agreements: Suthin

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Defence Minister Suthin Khlangsang said ties between Thailand and China could be hit if the submarine deal is entirely cancelled at the expense of other bilateral agreements.

Chada’s son-in-law nabbed on bribery charges

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Deputy Interior Minister Chada Thaiset’s son-in-law Verachart Rassamee, a mayor in Uthai Thani, was arrested on bribery charges today (Oct. 24).

Less than 1,000 Thais in Israel’s red zone but flights back not full

There are now less than a thousand Thai workers in Israel’s red zone but fewer Thais are showing up to catch a flight back home with the airplanes now not full.

Thaksin had four shoulder incisions: Paetongtarn

De facto Pheu Thai Party leader Thaksin Shinawatra’s daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra said he was fine after four incisions were made in his shoulder during yesterday’s (Oct. 23) surgery.

Thailand’s digital wallet uncomparable to Japan’s shopping coupon: Julapun

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat denied the digital wallet scheme is a copycat of Japan’s shopping coupon programme pointing out economic conditions are different.

Srettha urges Thai workers in Israel to return and not be lured by money

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin urged Thai workers in Israel to return home and not be lured by a pay rise offer to stay on after many had changed their mind.

Thaksin underwent surgery, now recuperating: Corrections Dept

The Corrections Department said de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra underwent a surgery at Police Hospital’s orthopaedic operation room today (Oct. 23) and is now recuperating.

Activists gather at Police Hospital to find out about Thaksin’s ailment

By Thai Newsroom Reporter

Some activists gathered at Police Hospital today (Oct. 22) to find out what illnesses have beset de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra that necessitates continuing staying there.

Update: People equally divided over extending night venue opening hours

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Another totalling of an opinion poll on night venue opening hours shows people are almost equally divided on extension till 4 a.m. as now being moved by the government.

Most people favour closing night venues at 2 a.m.: NIDA Poll

An opinion poll shows the majority want to maintain the current 2 a.m. night venue closing time rather than extending it to 4 a.m. as being moved by the government.

Pita off to US to attend TIME100 Next event

Move Forward advisory chairman Pita Limjaroenrat is flying to New York to attend TIME100 Next event as one of this year’s honorees and give a lecture and a talk while there.

Another Thai dead in Israel-Hamas war, two more taken hostage

One more Thai worker has died in the Israel-Hamas war raising the death toll to 31 while two more have been taken hostage by Hamas fighters who now hold 19 Thais captive.

Thailand opts for frigate in lieu of sub from China

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Defence Minister Suthin Khlangsang confirmed that the navy has decided to exchange a Chinese-built submarine for which a German engine is unavailable for a frigate but China has still to agree to this swap.

House military panel calls navy to explain swapping sub for frigate

The House military committee called the navy to explain discussions on swapping Chinese-built submarine for which a German engine is unavailable for a frigate by adding another 10 billion baht.

Pheu Thai digital wallet project merely copycatting Japan: MP

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A Move Forward MP pointed out that Pheu Thai’s digital wallet scheme is merely a copycat of Japan’s shopping coupon programme that fizzled out.

Corrections Dept chief allows ‘sickly’ Thaksin to stay longer at Police Hospital

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

De facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra has been allowed by the Corrections Department chief to stay on at Police Hospital after the expiry of a 60-day limit tomorrow.

Srettha arrives late for Asean-GCC summit as plane’s brakes failed

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin arrived for the Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council Summit late after his airplane’s brakes failed but did not miss the talks while Saudi Arabia is pushing Thailand-GCC trade agreement.

Srettha proposes visa-free entry for both Thais and Chinese

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin proposed during his visit to China that the two countries hold talks on visa-free entry for citizens of both nations.

Bodies of 8 Thai workers return home; assistance team moving to Dubai

With the first eight bodies of Thai workers who died in the Israel-Hamas war returning home this morning (Oct. 20), a Labour Ministry team is now flying to Dubai to set up a help centre there.

Policeman drowns in Makkasan pond after motorbike hits barrier

A policeman drowned in Makkasan pond after his motorbike hit a bridge barrier at 2 a.m. this morning (Oct. 20) with local people pointing out that there are no lights on this stretch of the road.

Flood alert in Khon Kaen as major dam releases more water

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Khon Kaen villagers have been warned of floods gushing in as a major dam is releasing more rainwater with the volume likely to increase next week.

MP takes action on air-conditioning issue at Phuket Airport

A Move Forward MP for Phuket alerted the Transport Ministry that the island airport’s international section has been hot for days now and there is likely a problem with the air-conditioning system.

Co-infection of Covid-19 and flu occurring

A Thai virologist warned that he has come across patients who have been infected by both Covid-19 and flu at the same time but this did not worsen their symptoms and there are medicines to treat both of them.

Internet abuzz over electric motorbike catching fire

Photos of an electric motorcycle erupting in flames this morning (Oct. 19) went viral and attracted a lot of comments with many Thai netizens saying this was why they won’t ride one.

Biden says Gaza militants appear to be behind hospital blast

By Reuters and published by CNA

US President Joe Biden said data shows Gaza militants were to blame for the hospital explosion while pledging $100 million in aid to Gaza and the West Bank.

Premchai admired but Thaksin condemned: Ex-MP

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A former MP admired construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta for serving most of his jail term thus abiding by the rules of law while criticising de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra.

Activists plan to visit Thaksin at hospital uninvited

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Some political activists plan to pop in at Police Hospital to ascertain whether de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra is still clinically ill.

Panel asks UK to help rescue Thais held hostage in Gaza as death toll rises

The Foreign Affairs Committee urged UK to help rescue the 17 Thais held hostage in Gaza Strip while the death toll in the Israel-Hamas war rose to 30.

Update: Construction tycoon-turned-black-panther hunter released on parole

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Former boss of Italian-Thai Development Plc Premchai Karnasuta who was jailed for his involvement in the infamous black panther poaching case was released on parole today (Oct. 17).

Police Chief to find out whether Thaksin feigned illness

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Police Chief Pol.Gen. Torsak Sukwimon ordered Police Hospital executives to check whether de facto Pheu Thai boss Thaksin Shinawatra could have feigned illness to stay out of jail.

Thai workers stuck in Israel’s ‘red zone’ appeal for help

While more Thai workers are flying back home from Israel today (Oct. 17) many others appealed for help as they are unable to leave the “red zone” battleground.

2 Chiang Rai villagers die as flash floods gush through their district

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Two villagers died after flash floods triggered by an earthen levee collapsing swamped a Chiang Rai district last night (Oct. 16).

Construction tycoon jailed in black panther case likely to be freed today

Construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta who was jailed for conspiring to slay a black panther and jointly possessing the game’s carcasses will likely be release early from jail today (Oct. 17).

PM keen on swapping engineless sub for surface ship

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will be negotiating a swap of a Chinese-built submarine for which a German engine is unavailable for a surface ship during the Asean-GCC summit.

Srettha rides Tesla SUV to work, to hold talks on investment soon

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin rode a Tesla Model Y SUV to Government House today (Oct. 16) and said he will soon be flying to US to hold talks with this American electric carmaker on investing in Thailand.

Flood alert in 6 Esaan provinces amid increased dam discharge

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Villagers in six Northeastern provinces were warned of more flooding as two dams will be discharging additional water over the next few days.

Another 130 Thais return from Israel; 32 more flights likely

Upon the return of another 130 Thais from Israel aboard air force Airbus aircraft early this morning (Oct. 16), Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said there will be at least another 32 repatriation flights.

Most people back 10,000-baht digital wallet project: NIDA Poll

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A NIDA opinion poll shows a big majority of Thai people support the government’s 10,000-baht digital wallet scheme which Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is determined to implement.

MP says provincial governors, mayors should issue night venue licences

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A Move Forward MP called for allowing provincial authorities to issue night venue operating licences rather than the central government.

3 villagers killed, 2 missing in Phayao flash floods

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall swamped a Phayao district last night (Oct. 14) killing three villagers with two others missing.

Thai people are not the target of Hamas: Ministry

The Foreign Ministry confirmed Thai workers were not a special target of Hamas fighters after a few of the returnees said they spoke in Thai to lure them out of their hiding places.

10,000-baht digital wallet reaching people on Feb.1: PM

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said the 10,000-baht digital wallet will be transferred to each and every Thai citizen eligible to receive it on Feb. 1, 2024.

Air force calls up reservists, THAI pilots in starting evacuation flights tonight

The Thai air force is launching flights to bring Thais back from Israel tonight (Oct. 14) and has called up reservists and roped in Thai Airways pilots familiar with Airbus A340 aircraft to help out.

Srettha to visit China, Saudi Arabia next week

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will be flying to China and Saudi Arabia next week to attend a key forum at the former and a summit at the latter and will also be holding talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

More than one way for govt to find money for digital wallet project: Prommin

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Amid doubts over funding of the digital wallet scheme, Prime Minister’s secretary-general Prommin Lertsuridej pointed out that there is more than one way to raise the needed cash.

A few lower Esaan provinces spared severe flooding

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Some provinces in the lower Northeast zone will not be severely flooded over the weekend despite a Khon Kaen dam releasing a large amount of water into the Chi river daily.

19 more Thais returning from Israel today

A second group of 19 Thai workers are flying back home today (Oct. 13) while Israeli Ambassador Mrs. Orna Sagiv told Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin people had been moved further away from the war zone.

Third Siam Paragon shooting victim dies

A Thai woman who has been in coma after being shot in the head and body by the teen suspect at Siam Paragon mall died today (Oct. 13) becoming the third fatality of this shooting spree.

Massive petition against digital wallet project filed

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A universities network has filed a petition against the digital wallet scheme with the Ombudsman Office calling for court action.

Official gets 50 years in jail for wrongful use of official sedan

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A government official was sentenced to 50 years in jail for having privately used an official vehicle for almost two years with his superior officials being fined.

Berserk foreigner stabs three tourists in Chiang Mai

A berserk foreigner stabbed three tourists in Chiang Mai before being caught at 1 a.m. today (Oct. 12) with one of his victims seriously injured.

35 Thais return from Israel with more airplanes being arrange

The first batch of 35 Thai workers returned home from Israel today (Oct. 12) with 20 of them having purchased their own ticket to do so while one more Thai has died in this war pushing the death toll to 21.

Most Esaan people prefer using 10,000-baht digital wallet anywhere: Poll

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A survey of Esaan people shows the majority would prefer to spend the 10,000-baht digital wallet planned to be distributed to all Thais over 16 years of age anywhere in the country.

Low-lying terrains in dozen provinces remain flooded

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Low-lying areas in a dozen provinces remain flooded amid heavy rain and ensuing flash floods with the inundation possibly worsening later this month.

Israel readies ground offensive; Biden condemns ‘sheer evil’ of Hamas attacks

By Reuters and published by Investing.com

Israel is gearing up to launch a ground offensive against Hamas while US President Joe Biden is rushing additional military assistance to Israel.

Two more Thais die in Israel-Hamas war taking death toll to 20

Two more Thai workers have died in the Israel-Hamas war pushing the death toll to 20 while four more got injured and three others taken captive.

Public warned not to buy counterfeit flu medicine amid severe outbreak

Amid a severe outbreak of flu in many provinces the public has been warned not to buy counterfeit smuggled medicine with there being sufficient local supply.

11 Thai workers stuck at Gaza border appeal for help

A group of 11 Thai workers stuck in the Gaza border war zone appealed for help during a video conference with a reporter as they are just 10 kilometres away from a battlefield.

Woman who hurled insults at Prayut gets 6 months in jail

A woman who hurled insults at former prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha earlier this year was jailed for six months and 10 days but later released on bail.

Chinese tourist arrivals plunged nearly 30% week over week

Foreign tourist arrivals dropped week over week with there being almost 30% decrease in Chinese tourists and a further drop is expected this week.

Handsome Myanmar man wanted in murder of ex-ambassador has fled

A good-looking young Myanmar man who is wanted in the murder of a former ambassador to Denmark fled back to his home country 24 hours after his death taking some money and a large bag with him.

First 15 injured Thais returning from Israel on Oct. 12

The first group of 15 Thais injured in the Israel-Hamas conflict will fly back home on a commercial flight due to land here on Thursday Oct. 12.

Several airlines suspend flights after attack on Israel

By Reuters and published by Swissinfo.ch

Many airlines have suspended or reined in flights in and out of Israel following a huge attack by Hamas with Israeli authorities changing some air traffic routes.

Ex-minister, Pattaya mayor arrested at airport over graft charges

Former minister and Pattaya mayor Itthipol Khunpluem returned to Thailand from Cambodia this morning (Oct.9) to fight a malfeasance case arising from the approval of a condominium project at the seaside city over a decade ago.

10 to 12 Thais may have been killed in Israel: Bhumtham

The government has got word that as many as 10 to 12 Thais may have died in Israel as government forces continue battling Hamas fighters today (Oct. 8).

Two Thais dead as Israeli forces clash with Hamas gunmen

By Reuters – published by CNA, AP and Matichon

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin confirmed that two Thais had died as Israeli forces continued battling gunmen from the Palestinian group Hamas with eight injured and 11 taken captive.

Israel vows ‘mighty vengeance’ after deadliest day for 50 years

By Reuters and published by Yahoo!News and Thai Rath

Israel vowed “mighty vengeance” after Hamas launched a surprise attack from Gaza while Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin ordered the air force to evacuate Thais who are there.

Theft likely motive in murder of former ambassador

While two teenagers were quizzed about the murder of a former ambassador, police believe they are innocent with the killer being a thief who ransacked the house.

Teen shooter’s dad bows at the feet of Myanmar victim’s mother

The teenage shooter’s father bowed at the feet of the mother of a Myanmar woman killed during a mall shooting spree and offered financial compensation which she did not accept while saying she was not angry with him.

Over 100 economists air dissent to Pheu Thai-designed digital wallet project

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Over a hundred economists issued a joint statement opposing the 10,000-baht digital wallet handout scheme which they warned will spur inflation and pile up public debt.

Five villagers killed in Sukhothai flash floods

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Five people have died in flash floods raging through Sukhothai province with more heavy downpour forecast for the rest of this month.

Chada admits having 23 guns in private possession

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Deputy Interior Minister Chada Thaiset has admitted that he has altogether 23 handguns and rifles in his private collection at his home in Uthai Thani.

Major dams in Isaan provinces to release more water daily

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Major dams in the Northeast are releasing more water to receive fresh inflows and prevent flash-flooding of low-lying areas across the region throughout this month.

PM reassures digital wallet project will be implemented

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is firm on implementing a digital wallet handout project despite academics disagreeing with the scheme.

Move Forward joins commemoration of October 6, 1976 massacre

Move Forward advisory chairman Pita Limjaroenrat and party leader Chaithawat Tulathon personally attended a commemorative event marking the 47th anniversary of October 6, 1976 massacre at Thammasat University.

Teen shooter fired 40 rounds at Siam Paragon

Forensic investigation showed that the teenage suspect who killed two people and injured five others during a shooting spree at Siam Paragon mall fired 40 rounds before being apprehended.

Move Forward lodges amnesty bill for all politically-involved defendants

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Move Forward submitted a bill to grant amnesty to all defendants facing charges from the political conflict that has lingered for 17 years in an effort to reconcile opposing groups.

Chalerm dares Thaksin to oust him from Pheu Thai

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Maverick Pheu Thai MP Chalerm Yubamrung dared de facto party boss Thaksin Shinawatra to evict him from the camp after mentioning that their personal relationship had broken down.

49 provinces alerted for more flash floods from tomorrow

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Another wave of flash floods is expected to hit 49 provinces in almost all regions of the country from tomorrow amid heavy rainstorms.

Teachers, students say teen shooter was not aggressive

Teachers and students at the school the teen suspect in the mall shooting studied all said he did not display any aggressiveness in recent days but school holidays started a week ago.

Three held for selling pistol to teen suspect in mall shooting

Three suspects have been arrested for selling a modified blank pistol to the teen shooting suspect with two of them apprehended in Yala province and one in Bangkok.

Teenager charged with murder, parents don’t apply for bail

While the teenager who killed two persons and injured five others at Siam Paragon was charged with murder and ordered into juvenile detention, his parents did not come to court to apply for bail.

F-16 jet fighters to be decommissioned in next 5 years: Air Force Chief

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

Being decommissioned in five years’ time is a squadron of US-made F-16 Fighting Falcon jets based in Nakhon Ratchasima with plans afoot to get replacement.

Villagers in mid-central provinces alerted over upcoming flash floods

By Thai Newsroom Reporters

A flood alert has been issued in the mid-central region with villagers told to get ready for evacuation to higher ground as more torrential rain will hit this zone over the weekend.

W oman in tears after helping twin girls during shooting at mall

A woman related in tears how she helped twin daughters of a Chinese woman who was shot dead at Siam Paragon find out about their mother while a lawyer said the teen boy who killed two persons and injured five others at this mall is a minor and won’t be punished.