National

Veteran Actress Metta Rungrat Dies at 83 in Bangkok

Veteran actress Metta Rungrat, known as the "Black Pearl of Asia," died at 83 in her Bangkok home on November 3; cause of death is under investigation.

4d ago Khaosod

Breaking entertainment news: veteran actress Metta Rungrat, famously known as the "Black Pearl of Asia," has died at age 83 in her residence at Soi Kum Kao 4/1, San Saeb subdistrict, Min Buri district, Bangkok on November 3. The cause of death is under investigation. Metta had previously suffered from multiple ailments before leaving the entertainment industry to seek treatment, including vision problems, joint pain, knee pain, bone pain, and thyroid disease, until she was found deceased.

No. 01 of ∞ Read at source → Next

Police

Thai Police Prepare Border Evacuations as Myanmar Conflict Escalates

Thailand's national police chief has ordered border forces in Tak province to prepare for possible evacuations of vulnerable residents as fighting intensifies in neighboring Myanmar. Police Region 6, provincial police, and border patrol units are to monitor the situation, coordinate with other agencies, and tighten immigration checks. Authorities also urged the public to avoid sharing unverified information that could cause panic.

4d ago Khaosod

Read this story →

National

Arsenic Contamination Threatens Thailand's Major River Systems

Arsenic contamination has spread across Thailand's major river systems — including the Ping, Wang, Yom, Nan, Chao Phraya, Mekong, and Salween — turning many areas into health risk zones. The odorless, colorless toxin accumulates in the body over time, causing cancer, organ damage, and potentially fatal poisoning. Authorities urge regular water testing, safe food sourcing, and immediate washing after exposure to contaminated soil or water.

4d ago Khaosod

Read this story →

National

50th Housing Expo Surpasses 10,000 Million Baht Sales

The 50th Home and Condo Fair recorded over 10 billion baht in sales, signaling resilient housing demand as buyers prioritize long-term value and transit-linked locations.

4d ago Khaosod

Read this story →

Police

Police Raid Bangkok Warehouse, Seize 15,000 Counterfeit Goods

Bangkok police raided a warehouse in Bang Bon district producing counterfeit Unilever and Siriraj Hospital branded products, seizing over 15,000 fake items including shampoo, toothpaste, body wash, and perfume. Nine foreign workers — eight from Myanmar and one from China — were arrested while packaging goods for online sale, while the Chinese warehouse owner fled the country. The suspects face charges under the Trademark Act with penalties up to four years in prison and 400,000 baht in fines.

4d ago Khaosod

Read this story →

Police

Fake Fortune Teller Arrested After Scamming 10 Million Baht via AI

Thai police arrested a 25-year-old man who posed as a fortune teller on social media, using AI to generate predictions from clients' birth dates and scamming victims out of more than 10 million baht. The suspect, Siwakorn 'To' Yaemcharoen, confessed he was not a real fortune teller and lost all the money gambling on Muay Thai and cockfighting. He faces charges of fraud and computer crime, and police are urging other victims to come forward.

4d ago Khaosod

Read this story →

National

Minister Helps Udon Thani Small Businesses Cut Costs, Grow

Minister Naphinthorn and OSMEP officials visited Udon Thani to help small businesses tackle high costs, labor shortages, and low productivity. At a community rice cracker enterprise, new machinery boosted monthly output from 6,000 to 20,000 packs and raised revenue. The government is also linking farmers with local firms and promoting student internships to keep income circulating locally.

4d ago Khaosod

Read this story →

National

Michelin Guide Thailand Names 151 Bib Gourmand Restaurants for 2027

Michelin Guide Thailand announced 151 Bib Gourmand restaurants for 2027, adding 26 new entries — double the previous year — across the country. The list highlights affordable quality dining from street food to chef-driven spots and precedes the Michelin Star announcement on November 10.

4d ago Khaosod

Read this story →

Weather

Severe Weather Warning: Storms North, Heavy Rain South Until Nov 9

Thai Meteorological Department warns of severe storms across upper Thailand Nov 5–7 and heavy rain in the South Nov 7–9, raising flood and landslide risks.

4d ago Khaosod

Read this story →

Police

Mae Sam Laep Chief Survives Myanmar Bomb Blast, Credits Amulets

Mae Sam Laep Subdistrict Chief Pongpipat Mibenchamas survived a cross-border bomb blast from Myanmar on November 1 that shattered windows across the subdistrict office, a church, a school, and a health station. The chief attributes his safety to the sacred amulets he wears daily. No serious injuries were reported despite the powerful explosions.

4d ago Khaosod

Read this story →

National

Bangkok Councilor Probes 5-Year Phra Khanong Fire Station Delay

A Bangkok councilor is demanding answers over the Phra Khanong Fire Station, stalled for nearly five years with three contract extensions and work only 74% complete. The delay has forced firefighters to pay for their own housing for years and degraded emergency response times from a temporary, ill-suited location.

4d ago Khaosod

Read this story →