Phuket's landfill has exceeded capacity as the province struggles to handle 1,200-1,300 tonnes of daily waste, according to City Mayor Suppachoke Laongphet.
PHUKET: Phuket’s waste disposal system is under growing pressure, with 1,200-1,300 tonnes of rubbish being sent for disposal each day and the province’s landfill already exceeding its capacity, Phuket City Mayor Suppachoke Laongphet has said.
Thailand's meteorological department warns of heavy to very heavy rain across the North, Northeast, Central Plains, and East through August 21, with risks of flash flooding and dangerous seas.
Thailand's Commerce Ministry has ordered strict monitoring of food and water supplies in flood-affected areas to prevent shortages and price gouging, with over 4,500 households impacted in Nan Province alone. Citizens can report unfair pric
PHUKET: Air India has voluntarily launched a testing programme covering all of its pilots, going beyond existing regulatory requirements, as scrutiny continues following a Phuket-Delhi flight incident earlier this month.
Democrat Party candidate Dechrat Sukkagaenid drew ballot number 4 in the Nonthaburi PAO governor race, pledging a 30-day campaign focused on voter engagement and education, healthcare, and support for farmers ahead of the September 20 elect
Thailand's trade promotion agency is tackling export barriers in China and India, launching specialized programs for SMEs in cosmetics, herbs, and jewelry while planning ministerial talks in September to resolve trade restrictions.
A 63-year-old security guard died in a motorcycle crash with a van in Ayutthaya Province on August 20; his wife learned of his death when police answered his phone during a video call from their home.
Chemical company GC has earned seven consecutive years of top global rankings for sustainability by embedding ESG principles across operations, from developing sustainable aviation fuel to reducing emissions by over 400,000 tons of CO2 sinc
A 26-year-old woman was found wandering naked in Udon Thani searching for her boyfriend, displaying erratic behaviour that a friend suspects may be drug-related following her recent return from working in Pattaya.
Ray McDonald's family has scheduled cremation and merit-making rites at Wat Yang temple from August 20-26, 2026, with Buddhist chanting sessions and a final ceremony on August 26 at 4:00 pm.
The viral "bitter melon boy" Namo received a surprise award at a GLO Miracle Music concert taping, honoring his inspiring story of selling vegetables to support his family. The episode airs Thursday and Friday on Channel 7HD.
