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Mother Arrested After Scalding 15-Year-Old Daughter with Boiling Water

A 15-year-old Myanmar national was hospitalized with severe burns after her mother tied her to a house post and scalded her with boiling water in Kanchanaburi; authorities arrested the 32-year-old mother and are preparing additional assault

Mother Arrested After Scalding 15-Year-Old Daughter with Boiling Water
23 Jul Khaosod

On July 23, 2024, Jangjira Pathanasiri, official from the Kanchanaburi Office of Social Development and Human Security, announced that the Center for Accelerated Public Welfare Management (CSPWM) dispatched social workers and staff from the Wanskai Foundation to investigate the case of a 15-year-old girl identified as Miss A, who suffered severe burns after her biological mother tied her to a house post and poured boiling water on her from the lower back to the back of her body. The girl is now hospitalized at Thongphapoem Hospital.

Investigations revealed that Miss A is a stateless person with identity card starting with zero, a Myanmar national who completed grade six and was then forced to stop schooling and work for wages. She lived with her grandmother from birth until age eight, after which her grandmother died and she moved in with her mother. Over the seven years living with her mother, she experienced verbal abuse and psychological mistreatment.

According to the account, the mother, 32 years old and also from Myanmar, does not work due to anemia and has remarried with two children from the current union. She has a volatile temperament and gambles frequently. On the day of the incident, when the mother returned home and discovered some food missing, the girl admitted to eating two pieces of pork because she needed to take medicine. The mother became angry, tied the girl's hands and feet to a house post, heated water, and poured it on her from the lower back to the back. Relatives who later saw the wounds brought her to the hospital.

The Wanskai Foundation and Lin Thin Subdistrict Municipality coordinated to obtain document TRD.8 from Thongphapoem District Office to facilitate health insurance claims for the girl, who has no registration status. The foundation's staff filed a police complaint against the mother. After medical treatment concludes, the Kanchanaburi CSPWM will take the girl into care and protection under child protection law and monitor the case.

On the same day, Anuson Sangaesaeng, Thongphapoem District Chief, instructed senior official Narapat Rattanavarayuddh to visit and encourage the girl at the hospital. Police Captain Parinya Kraikruan, commander of Thongphapoem Station, ordered the arrest and interrogation of the mother. Initial charges include illegal entry and unlawful residence in Thailand. Following witness interrogations, additional charges related to the assault will be filed.

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National

Thailand Women's Volleyball Drawn With Chinese Taipei in Asian Games

Thailand's women's volleyball team will face Chinese Taipei, Kyrgyzstan, and Mongolia in Group C of the 2026 Asian Games, with competition running September 16 to October 3 in Japan.

Thailand Women's Volleyball Drawn With Chinese Taipei in Asian Games
23 Jul Khaosod

The draw for women's volleyball at the 2026 Asian Games has been officially released. Thailand's women's volleyball team has been placed in Group C alongside Chinese Taipei, Kyrgyzstan, and Mongolia. The complete tournament groupings are: Group A with Japan, Indonesia, and Nepal; Group B featuring China, Kazakhstan, and the Philippines; Group C containing Thailand, Chinese Taipei, Kyrgyzstan, and Mongolia; and Group D with Vietnam, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Qatar. The women's volleyball competition will run from September 16 to October 3 at Okazaki Shuo Sogo Park Gymnasium.

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Police

Six Suspects Arrested In Machete Attack Over Gang Dispute

Six suspects aged 15 to 25 were arrested for a July 18 machete attack in Bangkok's Ratsada Burana district that left two victims with slash wounds. Police identified the group through CCTV and witness evidence; they claim the attack was ret

Six Suspects Arrested In Machete Attack Over Gang Dispute
23 Jul Khaosod

Officers from Ratsada Burana police station arrested six suspects—aged 15, 17, 18, 21, 24, and 25—in connection with a machete attack that occurred on July 18 near a parking building on Pracha Uthit Soi 21 in the Ratsada Burana district of Bangkok. Two victims sustained slash wounds to the arm and buttock respectively before the attackers fled the scene. Police tracked the suspects using CCTV footage, witness statements, and testimony from those present at the incident. All six suspects confessed to the charges, claiming they carried out the attack in retaliation for being chased and beaten by the victims' group. The suspects face charges including attempted murder, grievous bodily harm, and illegal possession of a bladed weapon in public. A Bangkok Criminal Court approved their detention, and the case will proceed through the judicial system.

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National

Work From Home Tops Job Searches in Thailand's First Half 2025

Work-from-home topped Thailand's job search keywords in early 2025, while new graduate positions surged to second place as job seekers prioritize flexible arrangements alongside career growth opportunities.

Work From Home Tops Job Searches in Thailand's First Half 2025
23 Jul Khaosod

Work from home has claimed the top spot in job search keywords for the first half of 2025, reflecting the modern workforce's emphasis on flexibility. The surge of 'new graduate' searches to second place demonstrates the readiness of recent graduates preparing to enter the job market, with Marketing, HR, and Data Analyst roles maintaining strong interest. Job seekers today prioritize work arrangements that fit their lifestyle alongside career growth opportunities.

Amidst ongoing labor market uncertainty, Thai job seekers continue to value both flexible work formats and professional development prospects, focusing not only on job titles but on finding organizations that support long-term growth and capability building. The rise of 'new graduate' searches to second place reflects emerging talent's desire for career-starting opportunities within companies that provide learning and development support.

Work from home's climb from second place in the latter half of 2024 to first place in the first half of 2025 underscores the growing importance of flexible work arrangements as a primary factor in job selection and organizational choice, rather than simply a trend.

Job seekers continue to show strong interest in roles with significant business impact and relevance to digital transformation. Marketing positions remain highly sought after due to their role in business growth, brand building, and digital marketing, while HR and Data Analyst roles sustain interest for their importance in talent management and data-driven business strategy in the digital era.

Overall, Thai job seekers in the first half of 2025 prioritize flexible work formats alongside career growth opportunities in roles that meet modern labor market demands. Preparation before entering the job market, combined with skill development aligned with future market needs, is expected to remain a key focus for job seekers throughout the latter half of 2025.

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Police

Police Link Traffic Fines to Vehicle Registration Stickers

Thailand's police and transport authorities have linked traffic fine data electronically, preventing drivers with unpaid citations from renewing vehicle registration stickers starting August 1, 2026, as part of a road safety initiative.

Police Link Traffic Fines to Vehicle Registration Stickers
23 Jul Khaosod

On July 23, 2026, Deputy Prime Minister Pipat Ratchakij, Transport Minister Siripong Angskultakiet, Deputy Police Commander Pol. Gen. Samran Nualmaa, and Department of Land Transport Director Sarapong Paitoonpongse signed an amended memorandum of understanding to link traffic citation data electronically between the National Police Office and the Department of Land Transport. The measure aligns with the government's Master Road Safety Plan 2022-2027, aimed at reducing road deaths to 12 per 100,000 population in line with United Nations guidelines. Thailand currently faces rising accident rates partly due to weak traffic discipline and ineffective law enforcement, with tens of millions of unpaid traffic citations outstanding. Vehicle owners who come to renew annual vehicle tax can now check for and settle any unpaid traffic fines at the time of registration. Drivers with unpaid citations will not receive their vehicle registration stickers even after paying tax, until all outstanding fines are cleared. The data-linking system takes effect on August 1, 2026, with no retroactive application. Warning notices will be issued for unpaid citations, and after 60-90 days, information will be transmitted to the Department of Land Transport, affecting vehicle tax renewal starting around October-November 2026. The MOU represents an integrated approach to standardize law enforcement according to administrative court rulings and the rule of law, designed to change driving behavior and improve road discipline.

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Police

Police Identify Militants Behind Southern Unrest, Ready Arrest Warrants

Police have identified a militant group responsible for three coordinated attacks in Narathiwat province that killed at least six people, and arrest warrants are being prepared as authorities accelerate the manhunt across Thailand's souther

Police Identify Militants Behind Southern Unrest, Ready Arrest Warrants
23 Jul Khaosod

Deputy National Police Commissioner General Samran Nueammai said on July 23 that authorities have identified the militant group responsible for a wave of violence in Thailand's southern border region. The latest incidents include the shooting death of a road construction supervisor in Sri Sakhon district, a car bombing at an old hostel in Muang district, and the ambush killing of five ranger soldiers at Rangae checkpoint—all in Narathiwat province. Samran said he believes all three incidents are connected, with the militants seeking to create instability in the region. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered accelerated arrests, and police have already identified the suspects and are preparing warrants. Some warrants have already been issued.

Police will lead the manhunt while coordinating with the military. General Chaiyaprueksa Duangprafat, secretary of the Internal Security Operations Command, visited Narathiwat and vowed to pursue the perpetrators relentlessly, though police will continue cooperation with the armed forces. Samran acknowledged that the perpetrators have been changing tactics and have managed to strike even at military checkpoints. He said preventive measures focus on adjusting tactics and vigilance, though the exact structure of military checkpoints was unclear. Regarding the hostel bombing at Tan Yong, he confirmed that officials were not asleep because the location is a sharp bend and intersection where drivers must decide whether to turn or go straight, allowing the attackers to jump from the vehicle and let it crash into the building.

When asked if the recurring attacks in three days indicate failures by Region 9 Commissioner or warrant his removal, Samran said plans must be adjusted despite adequate resources and personnel. He defended Region 9's commander, saying he has worked effectively, though improvements are needed. Samran denied any signal of the official's removal. When asked how he would improve the national police force's image as the 16th commissioner with up to seven years of service, Samran did not answer before entering an elevator.

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Police

Ten-Wheeler Crashes Into Sedan on Petchkasem Road in Prachuap

A ten-wheeler truck collided with a sedan on Petchkasem Road in Prachuap Khiri Khan on July 23, triggering a chain-reaction crash that trapped the truck driver and damaged an electric pole.

Ten-Wheeler Crashes Into Sedan on Petchkasem Road in Prachuap
23 Jul Khaosod

A multi-vehicle collision occurred on Petchkasem Road in Thabsakae, Prachuap Khiri Khan, when a ten-wheeler truck struck a sedan, which then hit a small four-wheel van and crashed into an electric pole, leaving the truck driver trapped. At 12:30 p.m. on July 23, 2025, Police Lieutenant Colonel Winai, investigation officer at Thabsakae Station in Prachuap Khiri Khan, received a report of a multiple-vehicle collision with injuries on Petchkasem Road (northbound) near the U-turn at Nong Hoi, kilometer markers 362–400, Subdistrict Ang Thong, Thabsakae District. He and rescue teams from Sawaeng Rueang Ruam Dharma Foundation responded immediately.

At the scene, officers found a Mitsubishi sedan registered in Prachuap, driven by a 29-year-old woman, severely damaged and stopped in the middle of the road about 10 meters from a dynamo shop. A four-wheel closed van had been pushed against and shattered an electric pole, pressed between the van and the ten-wheeler truck. The truck driver was trapped inside. Rescue teams used cutting tools to extract and transport him to Thabsakae Hospital.

Truck driver Pradist reported that he was driving straight when the sedan suddenly cut in front of him. Unable to brake in time, he struck the sedan, lost control, and collided with the four-wheel van, which slid into the electric pole and broke it. Preliminary investigation included reviewing CCTV footage to determine the precise cause of the accident.

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National

True DTac 5G Launches Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 With Up to 35,700 Baht Discount

True DTac 5G is launching pre-orders for Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Flip8 foldable smartphones with combined discounts reaching 35,700 baht and flexible payment options including zero-interest installments up to 36 months.

True DTac 5G Launches Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 With Up to 35,700 Baht Discount
23 Jul Khaosod

True DTac 5G is launching pre-orders for Samsung's latest flagship foldable smartphones—the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Z Fold8, and Z Flip8—each featuring new dimensions and the slimmest profiles ever in the Galaxy range. The company has enlisted popular celebrities Junior-Panathai and Mark-Jiranthinin as co-presenters to showcase the premium, lightweight, and powerful designs that appeal to style-conscious consumers. True DTac customers can benefit from exceptional promotions offering combined discounts of up to 35,700 baht when purchasing with a package, as well as a new "True Galaxy Friend" service providing expert support for Samsung Galaxy products and after-sales care. Additional offers include trade-in discounts up to 20,000 baht, 0% installment plans up to 36 months, free accessories, up to 40% discounts on Samsung accessories, and complimentary device protection with True Mobile Care covering accidental damage twice.

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Police

Wife Hires Investigator, Exposes Police Officer's Secret Affair

A police officer's wife hired investigators and exposed his affair with a social media influencer after he falsely claimed to be deployed on duty while secretly renting a condo in Ayutthaya. The officer diverted his income to support his mi

Wife Hires Investigator, Exposes Police Officer's Secret Affair
23 Jul Khaosod

A wife has exposed her police officer husband's infidelity on social media after discovering his hidden affair with a prominent online influencer. The officer had repeatedly claimed he was deployed on national-level duties and forced to sleep at the station for extended periods, leaving his family without financial support and refusing to come home. Suspicious of his absences, the wife hired a team of investigators to track him down and uncover the truth. They discovered that instead of being on duty, he was secretly renting a condominium where he lived with another woman, enjoying a luxurious lifestyle as though they were a newly married couple. He was also redirecting his income and allowances to support his mistress. The other woman is notably a well-known social media personality based in Ayutthaya province. The investigative team documented everything with photographs and videos. The wife responded by posting an image of their marriage certificate on Facebook to legally establish their union and call for justice. She has announced plans to pursue a damages lawsuit against her husband and file disciplinary action against him through official channels.

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Police

Two Major Drug Suspects Extradited From Laos

Two major drug trafficking suspects were extradited from Laos to Thailand at the Nong Khai border crossing on July 23, with one accused of coordinating 10 million methamphetamine pills and the other allegedly commanding cross-border smuggli

Two Major Drug Suspects Extradited From Laos
23 Jul Khaosod

On July 23, 2026, at the First Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge checkpoint in Muang district, Nong Khai province, senior drug enforcement officials formally received custody of two major drug suspects from Laotian authorities. The handover was attended by Khaniset Phapeernont, director of the Office of the Narcotics Control Board; Pongsasiri Chueanbaan, commander of the ONCB Region 4; Suchart Thonmani, provincial vice governor of Nong Khai; and relevant security personnel.

The first suspect, a 34-year-old man from Samut Prakan province, faces charges of conspiracy to commit drug offenses, trafficking in Type 1 narcotics (methamphetamine), and distributing psychotropic substances (ketamine). He was the driver coordinating transport of 10 million methamphetamine pills and 60 kilograms of ketamine from Suphan Buri into Samut Prakan's Bang Bo district, and is listed on the ONCB's 2026 wanted persons announcement.

The second suspect, a 31-year-old from Loei province, was apprehended on a warrant from Loei Provincial Court. He is accused of conspiracy related to drug trafficking and is alleged to be a network commander along the Thai-Lao border overseeing the smuggling of methamphetamine and crystal methamphetamine into Thailand. He is also connected to the seizure of 1.6 million methamphetamine pills destined for Thailand from Vientiane, and a separate 2023 seizure of 600 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine and a sack of tiger skins in Nong Khai.

After both suspects fled Thailand, the ONCB coordinated with Laotian authorities to locate and monitor them. The first was traced traveling from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to Vientiane, while the second was found hiding in Laos. Laotian officials detained them pending return to Thailand for prosecution.

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Police

New Police Chief Gets Seven-Year Tenure, Drawing Mixed Reactions

General Samran Nualma's appointment as Thailand's new Police Commissioner includes a historic seven-year tenure starting October 1, 2025, sparking debate over whether the extended term enables meaningful reform or stifles career advancement

New Police Chief Gets Seven-Year Tenure, Drawing Mixed Reactions
23 Jul Khaosod

General Samran Nualma's appointment as Thailand's new Police Commissioner has become a focal point of discussion, especially regarding his historic seven-year tenure—the longest any police chief will have served in the country's history. He takes office on October 1, 2025, and will retire on September 30, 2032. Critics have raised concerns that such a lengthy term could block career advancement for other officers, while others view it as an opportunity for substantial organizational overhaul and police reform.

Former Police Commissioner Suvathorn Jaiyodsuk, who served from October 1, 2018, to September 30, 2020, offered a favorable perspective on Samran's extended tenure. Suvathorn noted that few leaders have ever had such an opportunity and stressed the importance of making full use of it. He pointed out that seven years is sufficient time to restructure the organization, adjust unit sizes, reallocate personnel, eliminate redundancies, and fill gaps—something most previous police chiefs could not accomplish in their one or two-year terms.

Suvathorn emphasized that Samran should use this time to establish long-term foundations, create sustainable systems, modernize organizational culture, and integrate IT infrastructure to benefit the police force and the nation. He highlighted that most previous police commissioners faced internal conflicts and spent much of their limited time defending their positions rather than driving meaningful change. With his unprecedented seven-year window, Samran has a rare chance to restructure the police organization comprehensively and implement reforms that would represent a major leap forward from the past.

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