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Highway works to affect Patong Hill, Bang Khu underpass
Regional

Highway works to affect Patong Hill, Bang Khu underpass

Motorists should expect delays on Phra Baramee Road between Kathu and Patong this week as highway resurfacing work and overnight Bang Khu Underpass closures for Smart City upgrades take place.

Prasit Blasts Pipat's "Shallow Thinking" on Banning Trains from City Center, Says it Shifts Burden to Public
National

Prasit Blasts Pipat's "Shallow Thinking" on Banning Trains from City Center, Says it Shifts Burden to Public

Opposition coalition coordinator Prasit criticized Deputy PM Pipat's proposal to ban trains from Bangkok's city center following a collision, calling it "shallow thinking" that burdens commuters instead of addressing root causes like poor t

National

Cabinet Approves Energy Ministry Talks with Refineries to Help Lower Fuel Prices

The Cabinet has approved a proposal authorising the Ministry of Energy to negotiate with oil refineries to help reduce domestic fuel prices and ease the burden on the public. The decision was ma...

Geological Department Warns 9 Provinces of Heavy Rain, Flash Floods, and Landslide Risk in Hillside Areas
Weather

Geological Department Warns 9 Provinces of Heavy Rain, Flash Floods, and Landslide Risk in Hillside Areas

Heavy rainfall across nine provinces including Tak, Phitsanulok, and Nakhon Sawan poses significant risk of landslides and flash floods in hillside areas through May 20, the Geological Department warns.

Myanmar Teens Held After Assault on Thai Youth in Pattaya
Police

Myanmar Teens Held After Assault on Thai Youth in Pattaya

Myanmar teenagers detained in Pattaya after allegedly assaulting a Thai boy and stealing his shoes on Sukhumvit Road, though the suspects claim they were robbed at gunpoint first and acted in self-defense. Police are reviewing CCTV footage

Thai man confirms crossing into Cambodia while foraging
Police

Thai man confirms crossing into Cambodia while foraging

Thai villager Yot Sainoi confirmed he accidentally crossed into Cambodia while foraging near the Surin border, settling a social media dispute that claimed Cambodian soldiers had arrested him on Thai soil.

Travels with Basil
Tourism

Travels with Basil

A 77-year-old traveler embarks on adventures with Basil, his Jack Russell terrier, beginning in Phuket on an unexpectedly clear morning that inspires a journey together.

Push to Increase Flights at Regional Airports, Creating Opportunities to Boost Secondary City Economies
National

Push to Increase Flights at Regional Airports, Creating Opportunities to Boost Secondary City Economies

Thailand's transport ministry is pushing regional airports to increase flights and boost secondary city economies through cost-reduction incentives and new route development across the North, Northeast, and South.

National

DE Ministry Orders Thailand Post to Freeze Delivery Rates Until April 15 Amid Rising Transport Costs

The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society has announced that Thailand Post will maintain current delivery service rates to ease the burden on the public amid rising transport costs linked to tension...

Judicial Discipline Committee Punishes Three Judges: One Dismissed, One Removed from Promotion List, One Stripped of Seniority Status
Police

Judicial Discipline Committee Punishes Three Judges: One Dismissed, One Removed from Promotion List, One Stripped of Seniority Status

The Judicial Discipline Committee dismissed two judges for serious misconduct including fraud and unauthorized legal arrangements, while waiving punishment for a retired officer who improperly advised a litigation party.

Bangkok United Unveils First Reinforcement: James Beresford, Thai-English Right Back, Joins the Gods' Squad
National

Bangkok United Unveils First Reinforcement: James Beresford, Thai-English Right Back, Joins the Gods' Squad

Thai-English right back James Beresford joins Bangkok United from Udon Thani, where he made 97 appearances and earned a spot in the Thai League's Best XI for 2023/24.

National

Thailand Prepares Fuel-Saving Measures; Petrol Station Hours May Be Restricted After Songkran

The Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has signalled that fuel-saving measures are being prepared, including a possible review of petrol station operating hours, as Thailand seeks to preserve domestic...