National

Phuket MP Alleges Chinese ID Card Scheme Worth B1 Million

A Chinese national allegedly operates a scheme charging up to 1 million baht to help fellow Chinese nationals illegally obtain Thai ID cards and citizenship through companies in Phuket, according to a local MP's accusation.

16 Jul The Phuket News

PHUKET: A Chinese national holding shares in five Phuket companies is suspected of operating a lucrative network helping fellow Chinese nationals obtain Thai identification cards and citizenship for fees of up to B1 million each, Phuket MP Chalermpong Saengdee has alleged.

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National

Rubber Factory Emissions Sicken Community for 20 Years

A rubber processing plant in Buriram has poisoned a community for two decades with toxic wastewater, foul odors, and noise, causing widespread respiratory illness despite a 2566 court order demanding action. Residents and their attorney are

16 Jul Khaosod

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National

AWC Secures 40.5 Billion Baht Sustainable Loan for Yaowarat Development

AWC secured a 40.5 billion baht sustainability-linked loan from Siam Commercial Bank, with 10.5 billion baht designated for the Yaowarat mixed-use development in Bangkok that will feature a Kung Fu Panda experience and cultural heritage att

16 Jul Khaosod

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National

Exam Scam Brokers Demand Extra Bribes to Remove Names

Exam brokers are demanding additional bribes of 300,000–500,000 baht from over 15,000 local government employees who previously paid to pass their exams, claiming they can remove names from disqualification lists before final approval. The

16 Jul Khaosod

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Police

Shooting Association Disputes Sniper's Asian Games Selection Rejection

Thailand's Shooting Association defended its rejection of 22-year-old shooter Isaranudom Boonparchaiwitpach from the Asian Games team, presenting evidence he finished third in selection trials when only the top two qualify.

16 Jul Khaosod

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Police

Man Attacked by 10-Strong Gang, Firebombed and Stabbed

A 24-year-old man was firebombed and stabbed by approximately 10 assailants on motorcycles in Nonthaburi on July 16; he fled to a convenience store and survived with injuries to his neck and shoulder.

16 Jul Khaosod

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National

Thailand Seeks EU Business Support to Seal FTA Deal by Year-End

Thailand is pushing European business leaders to help finalize a free trade agreement by year-end, with negotiations stalled on agriculture and raw materials. Prime Minister Anutin also discussed Thailand's bid for OECD membership, which he

16 Jul Khaosod

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Regional

Phuket Man's Organ Donation Saves Eight Lives

PHUKET: The family of a Phuket man has donated his organs and eyes following his death, offering hope to as many as eight patients awaiting life-saving transplants.

16 Jul The Phuket News

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National

PM Says Can't Stop All Exam Fraud; Awaits Central Committee Decision

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul acknowledged the government cannot prevent all exam fraud but said authorities are investigating and prosecuting offenders as quickly as possible following arrests on July 15.

16 Jul Khaosod

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National

PM Laughs Off Questions About Ministers' PR Campaign

Prime Minister Anuthin sidestepped questions about a government-wide PR campaign, laughing off inquiries about whether ministers are coordinating messaging efforts while insisting officials focus only on genuine achievements and positive de

16 Jul Khaosod

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National

20-Year-Old Fire Victim Remembered as Family Provider

A 20-year-old university student and primary family breadwinner from Maha Sarakham died in a Bangkok entertainment venue fire, leaving her father and grandfather without support after she sent money home monthly while studying and working.

16 Jul Khaosod

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