National

Deputy PM Files Defamation Complaint Against Yingluck Over Scandal Claims

Deputy PM Songkitti Tongsoree is filing a defamation complaint against Yingluck Shinawatra after she publicly linked him to an alleged procurement scandal.

28 Jul Khaosod

Deputy Prime Minister Songkitti Tongsoree has instructed lawyers to compile evidence and file a defamation complaint against Yingluck Shinawatra at Bueng Kan Police Station over her public disclosure linking him to an alleged procurement scheme. At a government compound briefing on July 28, 2025 at 8:30 a.m., Songkitti addressed his inclusion among nine individuals named by Yingluck Shinawatra, director of the Internet for People Law project (iLaw), in connection with the controversy. Songkitti said legal teams are currently transcribing Yingluck's statements, with portions deemed to constitute defamation, and will file an official complaint with police in Bueng Kan province, his registered home address.

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Meteor Shower This Weekend Not Worth Watching, Says Thai Astronomy Society

The Southern Delta Aquarids meteor shower peaks this weekend, but Thailand's Astronomy Society advises against watching due to heavy monsoon clouds, a full moon, and an exceptionally low meteor rate of just 15-20 per hour.

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Police

Grandson Shoots Grandparents Dead Over Land Dispute

A grandson shot his elderly grandparents dead during a confrontation over a long-running land dispute in Nonthaburi Province on July 28, leaving two others wounded before residents subdued him.

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National

Labor Minister Says Social Security Board Election Will Proceed September 27

Thailand's Labor Minister confirmed the Social Security Board election will proceed on September 27 if an administrative court lifts a temporary suspension order filed by a legal challenger over registration procedures.

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National

Thailand Marks King Maha Vajiralongkorn's Birthday

Thailand celebrates King Maha Vajiralongkorn's birthday on July 28, marking the reign of the Chakri Dynasty's tenth monarch who ascended the throne in 2016.

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National

Gold Prices Fall Sharply on July 28

Gold prices dropped sharply on July 28, with ornamental gold trading at 65,400 baht per baht weight, though traders expect a recovery of 1,000-2,000 baht when markets reopen.

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National

Deputy PM Says Top Politicians' Bond Remains Solid After Photo

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National

TK Park Convenes National Network to Design Future Learning Spaces

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Police

Man Opens Fire on Family; 2 Dead, 3 Wounded

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National

Building Collapses During Orange Line Demolition in Bangkok

A building collapsed during Orange Line BTS extension demolition work in Bangkok's Din Daeng district on July 27, with no injuries reported, though debris scattered into nearby residential areas.

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National

Thailand Marks King Maha Vajiralongkorn's Birthday Anniversary

On the auspicious occasion of the Birthday Anniversary of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua, we respectfully offer our heartfelt felicitations and loyal best wishes to His ...

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