National

Thailand Rejects UN Report on Cambodia Border Clashes

Thailand disputes a UN report claiming 650,000 Cambodians were internally displaced in recent border clashes, arguing the findings were one-sided and excluded Bangkok's account of events.

4 Aug The Phuket News

BANGKOK: Thailand has rejected a UN special rapporteur’s report estimating that 650,000 Cambodians were internally displaced during recent border clashes, saying the findings relied on one-sided information and failed to include Thailand’s perspective.

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Police

Pickup Truck Driver Surrenders After Fatal Hit-and-Run

A 43-year-old pickup truck driver surrendered to police in Udon Thani four days after hitting and killing a motorcyclist on Mittraphap Road, claiming he panicked and fled the scene.

4 Aug Khaosod

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National

Young Elephant Found in Forest Dies of Acute Kidney Failure

An orphaned wild elephant undergoing treatment at Thaioyak National Park in Kanchanaburi died of acute kidney failure early August 4, despite intensive veterinary care and round-the-clock monitoring by staff.

4 Aug Khaosod

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National

Thai PM Visits Indonesia for First Time in 15 Years

Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul attended an official welcoming ceremony hosted by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on August 3, 2...

4 Aug Thailand.go.th Issues

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National

Government Defends Gold Card Budget Against Misuse Claims

Thailand's government rejected claims that National Health Security Fund (gold card) budgets were misused for events, saying healthcare spending is transparent and auditable, while the Health Ministry reviews allocation guidelines to improv

4 Aug Khaosod

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Police

Fire Forces Midnight Evacuation at Pattaya Condo

A fire in a Pattaya condominium's 6th-floor unit forced residents to evacuate at 2:36 a.m. on August 4, with firefighters taking two hours to extinguish the blaze that destroyed the room; the owner suspects her cat activated the electric st

4 Aug Khaosod

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Police

Woman Reports Fake Cops Extorted Cash After Abducting Staff

Three men posing as detectives abducted a herbal shop owner and two employees in Chonburi, demanding 10,000 baht for their release before fleeing when the victim realized they were impostors and reported the extortion to police.

4 Aug Khaosod

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Weather

Heavy Rain Expected Across 35 Provinces, Bangkok Area

Thailand's Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rain across 35 provinces over the next 24 hours, with the Northeast facing the greatest risk from a monsoon trough and low-pressure system. Flash floods are possible in foothill and low-l

3 Aug Khaosod

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Police

Motorcyclist Dies After Swerving Collision in Chachoengsao

A 59-year-old motorcyclist died on Khlong Khud Mai Road in Chachoengsao after swerving to avoid another bike, losing control, and sliding into oncoming traffic. Police are reviewing CCTV footage as they investigate the fatal collision.

3 Aug Khaosod

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Police

35 Teenagers Detained After Drug Party Raid on Rented Raft

Police raided a rented raft on Thailand's Mae Nam Khwae Noi River and detained 35 teenagers after finding ecstasy and ketamine during a party in Kanchanaburi province on August 3.

3 Aug Khaosod

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Community

Doctor Urges Support for Hluin's Channel After Tragic Death

Travel content creator Hluin Solo has died, prompting Dr. Noprat Ratanvara to urge supporters to watch her videos to generate income for her family while encouraging safe travel practices for those visiting Georgia and other destinations.

3 Aug Khaosod

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