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Thailand Plans Gun Amnesty Without Penalty, Tightens Mental Health Checks
Thailand plans a no-penalty gun amnesty program while overhauling its licensing system and implementing stricter mental health checks for firearm buyers. The government aims to control an estimated 10 million existing firearms through techn
Deputy PM Dismisses Social Media Protest Calls Against Government
Deputy PM Peeraphan Ratchakij criticized opposition parties and NGOs for reflexively opposing government projects without proper analysis, urging Thais to evaluate initiatives based on national benefit rather than ideology.
Candidate Files for Nonthaburi Provincial Admin Governor
Nirapon Yenprasert filed his candidacy for Nonthaburi Provincial Administration Organization governor on August 18, seeking to continue his late grandfather's legacy with focus on education, health, and environment.
Thailand Delays New Industry Secretary Appointment Pending PM Talks
Thailand's Industry Ministry has delayed appointing a new permanent secretary until Prime Minister Anuthine returns from Australia and New Zealand, with the current secretary's four-year term expiring soon.
Sister Seeks Missing Woman Last Seen in Dubai
A Thai woman named Sudaratana Prajchai, known as Um, has been missing in Dubai for three weeks after blocking all contact with her family, sparking concerns for her safety among relatives in Thailand.
Bangkok Governor Signs Orders Transferring Four Senior Officials
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt transferred four senior administrative officials to new positions effective August 21, including reassignments to human resources, district leadership, and budget oversight roles.
Model Proud as Son Breaks Swimming Record
Thai model Lukkad Metinee's 17-year-old son Skai broke Thailand's youth record in the 200-metre individual medley at the 2026 Asian Age Group Championships, earning silver and drawing closer to his Olympic dreams.
Government Minister Dismisses Opposition Corruption Claims
Government spokesman Paradorn Patthanathorn dismissed opposition corruption allegations, arguing the current administration cannot be held accountable for issues originating before it took office in 2025.
Police Bust Illegal Pink ID Card Scheme in Bangkok
Police arrested civil servants and brokers in Bangkok for illegally registering over 2,300 foreign children as Thai citizens using pink ID cards in a scheme spanning multiple districts.
Doctor's Page Mocked for Shaming Miscarriage Patient Online
A doctor's popular Facebook page mocked a pregnant woman experiencing threatened miscarriage after her husband complained about emergency room wait times, sparking harassment of her family that worsened her medical condition.
TAT Targets Chinese Travelers With Regional Tourism Strategy
Thailand's Tourism Authority is launching a regional strategy across China targeting high-value travelers through wellness, sports and cultural experiences, with dedicated offices in Shanghai, Chengdu and Beijing promoting emerging Thai des
Boxing Camp Boss Arrested for Smuggling Foreign Workers
A boxing camp director was arrested in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province while transporting nine undocumented migrant workers from Cambodia in a truck that crashed during a police chase on Highway 359.