National

Bank of Thailand Tightens Controls on Illicit Money Flows

The Bank of Thailand is partnering with 11 financial agencies to crack down on illegal money transfers, implementing stricter controls to block criminal fund movements and conversions.

14 Sept The Phuket News

BANGKOK: The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has joined forces with 11 financial-sector agencies to tighten controls on illicit money flows, with the central bank seeking to create ‘BoTtlenecks’ that make it harder for criminals to move, withdraw and convert funds.

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Police

Chinese Murder Suspect Arrested in Pattaya After 30 Years

Chinese murder suspect wanted since 1990 arrested in Pattaya after 30 years living under a false Thai identity and operating tourism businesses worth nearly 90 million baht.

14 Sept The Thaiger Crime

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Regional

Environment Minister Orders Probe After Wastewater Dumped at Cha-Am Beach

Wastewater was accidentally discharged into Cha-Am Beach on September 12 when contractors replaced a pumping station without notifying supervisors; the Environment Minister ordered an investigation, though preliminary water quality tests sh

14 Sept Khaosod

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National

Senate Awaits Election Commission Ruling on 138 Lawmakers

The Senate held its regular meeting September 14 as the Election Commission prepares a 3 p.m. ruling on whether 138 lawmakers accused of irregularities should temporarily step down.

14 Sept Khaosod

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Police

Police Raid Karaoke Bar, Arrest Three Over Child Sexual Exploitation

Police arrested three women at a karaoke bar in Ratchaburi's Photharam district for allegedly exploiting minors in sexual services, with victims as young as under 15 earning 1,000–1,200 baht per transaction.

14 Sept Khaosod

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National

Thailand Moves to Fill Local Government Jobs After Exam Fraud Scandal

Thailand's Interior Ministry is filling vacant local government positions with candidates who legitimately passed exams, following legal action against those involved in a recruitment fraud scandal.

14 Sept Khaosod

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Community

Medical Show Explores Abdominal Imaging Techniques

A new medical show examines ultrasound, CT scans, and MRI techniques for detecting hidden abdominal conditions that office workers may mistake for simple weight gain.

14 Sept Khaosod

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Regional

Olive Ridley Turtle Rescued From Nai Yang Beach

PHUKET: An adult female Olive Ridley sea turtle has been rescued from Nai Yang Beach after being found stranded and taken to a marine animal rescue centre for treatment.

14 Sept The Phuket News

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National

Steel Rod Standards Debate: Experts Push for Production Controls

Thailand's steel industry remains divided over new standards for reinforcing bars, with experts arguing that manufacturing process controls—not just product testing—are essential to ensure structural safety and quality consistency.

14 Sept Khaosod

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Police

Lao Worker Alleges Assault and Detention by Restaurant Employers

A Lao restaurant worker alleges her employers, including an Excise Department official, beat and detained her for six hours over missing shop revenue in Nonthaburi, with police investigating assault, unlawful detention and passport seizure

14 Sept The Thaiger Crime

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National

Thai Election Commission Votes on 229 Senators in High-Stakes Inquiry

Thai Election Commission votes on charges against 229 senators and political figures, with findings to be announced September 14; potential prosecution could follow if the majority rules against the accused.

14 Sept Khaosod

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