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Police Ordered to Monitor Released Prisoners Nationwide
Thailand's police have been ordered to monitor released prisoners nationwide through a centralized database system to prevent reoffending, with station commanders facing accountability for non-compliance.
Early Wake-Up No Escape: Thousands Swarm Santorini's Blue Dome
Even arriving at 6:30 a.m., a visitor found thousands already queued at Santorini's famous blue dome, turning the popular early-morning strategy into a crowded free-for-all that defeats its purpose.
Thai Actress Injured After Competing in Hyrox Fitness Race
Thai actress Janistar suffered severe injuries competing in the Hyrox hybrid fitness race and warned others to prepare properly, sharing painful physical therapy footage to highlight the risks of inadequate training.
Thailand Expands Auto Gate at Suvarnabhumi to Speed Arrivals
Thailand is expanding automated immigration gates at Suvarnabhumi Airport to 33 nationalities and improving tourist facilities as part of short-term efforts to reduce arrival queues and enhance visitor experience.
Police Arrest 20 in Isan Scam Network, Recover 3 Million Baht
Police arrested 20 suspects across Isan in a crackdown on online scam networks, recovering over 3 million baht for victims after one gang defrauded a retiree of 19 million baht through fake stock trading schemes.
Thai Chamber Pushes Russia Trade Deal to Boost Bilateral Commerce
Thai business leaders visited Russia to expand bilateral trade and push for a free trade agreement with the EAEU bloc, citing agriculture and fertilizer imports as key growth areas worth potentially $2.2 billion annually.
Kasetsart University Installs 16th Rector
Assistant Professor Dr. Kongsakdi Thiangtharm was installed as Kasetsart University's 16th rector on Monday, pledging to advance the institution through collaborative leadership and a 20-year strategic vision centered on integrity and natio
Vocational Student Shoots Rival Dead in Broad Daylight
A 17-year-old vocational student shot and killed a rival in broad daylight in Phichit province on August 17, firing four times from an illegally purchased handgun; both the gunman and 14-year-old driver were arrested.
Chinese Tourist, 44, Dies After Drowning in Phuket Hotel Pool
A 44-year-old Chinese tourist drowned in a Phuket hotel pool on August 17 after his daughter found him unresponsive in the water; he was pronounced dead at the hospital despite resuscitation efforts.
DITTO Posts Strong Q2 Profit as Backlog Hits 4.8 Billion Baht
DITTO's second-quarter profit jumped 13% year-on-year to 189.71 million baht as the tech firm's backlog swelled to 4.8 billion baht through major government contracts in digital transformation and a zoo construction project.
Corrections Department Defends Release of Drug Kingpin Lao Tua
An 85-year-old former drug kingpin was legally released after receiving six royal pardons that reduced his life sentence, prompting the Corrections Department to defend the decision and vow to review guidelines for major crimes.
Former Champ Rodtang Challenges Somrak for Olympic Contention
Former ONE Muaythai champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon has challenged Olympic gold medalist Somrak Khamsing to compete for Thailand in the 65-kilogram boxing division for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.