BANGKOK: The government has approved the use of B6.7 billion from the Energy Conservation Fund (Enconfund) to help contain rising fuel prices, according to an energy official familiar with the matter.
BANGKOK: The government has approved the use of B6.7 billion from the Energy Conservation Fund (Enconfund) to help contain rising fuel prices, according to an energy official familiar with the matter.
The National Security Council confirmed cyber defense plans are ready after opposition leader Abhisit Vejjajiva's phone was hacked
Pattaya United condemned racist abuse by fans targeting Phitsanulok FC's Korean coach Park Hang-seo and player John Baggio after a Thai League 2 match. The club launched an investigation and pledged disciplinary action.
Influencer Bum Panadda has filed a police complaint against her former associate Got Atip, alleging he embezzled funds from her Do Good Foundation. She apologized to donors, admitted she misplaced her trust, and vowed to recover the foundation's assets even if it means selling her personal property. Her lawyer warned media not to ask further questions or he would resign from the case.
Chiang Mai International Airport is cancelling 108 flights and cutting daily operating hours to manage safety risks from the Yi Peng lantern festival. Over 200,000 lanterns are expected to be released, prompting strict no-fly zones and schedule changes from November 21 to 28. Authorities are coordinating with airlines and local agencies to ensure both aviation safety and the continuation of the cultural tradition.
Interior Minister Phonphiphat Suwanchawi is awaiting an investigation into why a Chiang Mai solar project document quoted installation costs at 110,000 baht, below the government's 140,000 baht reference price. The Provincial Electricity Authority has formed a probe committee, with results expected within days. Phonphiphat insists the project is designed to help the public, not favor private firms, and that consumers are free to choose their service providers.
Police in Phetchabun arrested six men for stealing high-voltage transformers in Khao Kho district, causing over 3 million baht in damage. The gang operated from rented resorts, striking at night and selling stolen equipment to scrap dealers. Authorities found tools, stolen parts, and evidence of plans to hit more than 30 additional sites.
Benz Niruttika Thailand hosted a star-studded birthday bash and client appreciation event at a luxury Bangkok hotel. Celebrities including Eve Phuttida and Waen Waen Pwarisa attended the evening, which featured live performances, a fashion show, and the unveiling of an exclusive jewelry-inspired collection. CEO Benz Nirut Kamkaew thanked supporters and highlighted upcoming projects, including a 23rd-anniversary fashion week collaboration slated for November 2026.
Interior Minister Pol. Gen. Phonpipat Suwanchawee has ordered a broad investigation into the Thamdee Foundation and other charitable organizations following public complaints about financial transparency. The probe includes scrutiny of land ownership linked to the foundation, with the Land Department verifying whether a third party purchased the property. The minister pledged to review outdated regulations to improve accountability for donated funds.
Thailand's National Security Council says no new measures are needed after Cambodian troops were reported on Hill 642 near the border in Si Sa Ket. Gen. Chaiyapruk Didyasarin stated the situation may be pre-existing but the NSC will escalate if the area is confirmed as disputed territory.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Natural Resources Minister Suchat Chomklin opened the Udon Thani International Horticultural Expo 2026, the first AIPH-certified world horticultural expo in Thailand's Northeast. The 134-day event showcases 32 international gardens and over one million ornamental plants under a biodiversity and sustainability theme. The leaders also broke ground on a new King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital campus to boost healthcare in upper Isan.
