The Bank of Thailand extended deadlines for virtual bank licence applicants struggling to meet pre-licensing requirements, accommodating delays in the approval process.
BANGKOK: The Bank of Thailand has given virtual bank licence applicants additional time to meet pre-licensing conditions, even if they face delays beyond the specified timeline.
The Thai Red Cross will bring free eye surgeries to vulnerable residents across Phuket through a mobile clinic launching later this month.
Mayon Volcano in the Philippines unleashed a pyroclastic flow down its southwestern slope, affecting nearly 200,000 people across 124 villages with thick ashfall and forcing over 5,450 evacuations.
CCTV footage from a fatal stabbing at a Chiang Mai intersection reveals the sticky rice vendor acted in self-defense after being attacked by the deceased and his grandmother, who initiated the assault with a chair and physical violence.
A fortune teller warned of economic decline through next month, potential floods and epidemics starting May, and advised people in central Thailand to prepare for water and fire hazards amid deteriorating infrastructure.
A 74-year-old man in Phatthalung Province died after a violent struggle with his 44-year-old son over 90,000 baht; the son, with a history of drug addiction, fled before police arrived.
A monster truck's brake failure during an exhibition in Popayán, Colombia on May 2nd caused it to crash into spectators, killing three people including a 10-year-old girl and injuring 38 others.
Thai actor Biu Khing expressed shock upon learning that couple JJ Gritchnapon and Ta Neng Kanyavee ended their 10-year relationship, but respected their decision and sent them encouragement as former company colleagues.
Astrologer Mor Chang identifies Cancer, Dragon, and Libra as the luckiest zodiac signs for May, with Jupiter's influence bringing success and financial improvements. Three especially auspicious dates are May 5, 15, and 22.
Fuel prices across five major service stations remain mostly aligned on May 5, with regular gasohol 95 holding at 43.30 baht per liter at PTT, Bangchak, PT, and Caltex, while Shell charges slightly higher at 43.80 baht.
Thailand's Meteorological Department issued a severe weather alert for 55 provinces on May 5, warning of heavy thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail across the country, with Bangkok and the central region facing the full impact.
