Regional
Land Department Director Denies Foreign Land Seizure on Koh Phangan; Inspection Reveals Foreigners Hold Only 6% of Island Property
Land Department officials inspected Koh Phangan after social media claims of foreign land seizure, finding foreigners hold only 6% of private property on the island. Police arrested 12 foreign companies suspected of violating Thai law using
Environment Minister Sends Deputy to Investigate Freedom Beach Forest Encroachment Case Against 'Sai Lek'
A deputy environment minister investigated illegal construction at Freedom Beach's national forest reserve by a suspect known as 'Sai Lek', finding unauthorized structures on roughly 10 rai of protected land in Phuket Province. The governme
Democrats Party Launches Itthiwat Wattanasatsorn as Pattaya Mayor Candidate, Promoting 'Pattaya for Everyone'
The Democrats Party launched Itthiwat Wattanasatsorn as their Pattaya mayor candidate for the June 28 election, promoting a "Pattaya for Everyone" platform that includes childcare centers, improved water access, and transparent budget manag
Phuket Man Turns Himself In for Encroaching on Protected Forest at Freedom Beach, Facing Four Charges
A 51-year-old Phuket man surrendered to police to face four charges of illegally encroaching on protected forest at Freedom Beach in Karon, following an inspection by senior officials that prompted his voluntary turnover.
Natural Resources Department Cracks Down on Freedom Beach Encroachment in Phuket, Reclaiming Public Shoreline
Thailand's Natural Resources Department is cracking down on decade-long encroachment at Freedom Beach in Phuket, where systematic illegal occupation has blocked public shoreline access and charged tourists unauthorized fees since 2015.
Nara United Calls for Quality Fan Support in Crucial Thai League 2 Promotion Playoff Against Suratthani
Nara United's president urges fans to support with dignity ahead of a crucial Thai League 2 promotion playoff against Suratthani, warning that throwing objects onto the pitch has already cost the club a 60,000-baht fine and future penalties
Civil Society Submits Letter Opposing Phu Ngoy Dam Construction Across Mekong River, Fears Flooding in Ubon Ratchathani
Civil society groups in Ubon Ratchathani formally opposed the Phu Ngoy Dam project in Laos, citing concerns that the hydroelectric facility would reverse water flow and cause flooding in Thailand during monsoon season.
Research Reveals Lead Contamination in Diseased Catfish from Chiang Khan
Diseased catfish from the Mekong River in Chiang Khan, Loei Province show lead levels slightly above safety standards, though healthy fish remain safe to eat when properly cooked. Researchers from Naresuan University recommend avoiding visi
Young Man Steals 19-Baht Gold Ring, Sells It to Win Over Woman and Break Up Her Relationship—Owner Recognizes the Design
A 29-year-old factory worker stole 19 baht of gold and sold it to pay a woman to leave her boyfriend and date him instead, but was caught when the factory owner recognized the distinctive ring on his girlfriend.
Libong Island Coral Bleaching Reaches 80% as Seawater Temperatures Soar; Fears of Crisis Similar to 2010
Coral bleaching has affected 80% of reefs around Libong Island in Trang Province as seawater temperatures soar, with tourism operators warning of a potential crisis worse than the 2010 event if conditions don't improve within weeks.
Kanchanaburi FC Chairman: Announcement on Former Vietnamese National Team Coach Phan Hang Sao Within 2-3 Days
Kanchanaburi FC has concluded negotiations with Vietnamese national team coach Phan Hang Sao following their relegation to Thailand's second division, with an official announcement expected within 2-3 days.
Defense Minister Urges Calm Over Military Weapons in Hands of Cambodian Gaming Boss; Investigation Underway on How They Went Missing
Defense Minister Gen. Adulyadej Boontherm urged calm over military weapons found in the possession of Cambodian gaming boss Ming Cheng Sun, while pledging a personal investigation into how the firearms went missing from military inventory.