Day: August 6, 2025

Cambodian Workers Flock Back Home Amid Government Threats

Chanthaburi: The Cambodian government has issued warnings to seize land and revoke the citizenship of workers who remain in Thailand, prompting a mass return of Cambodians to their homeland. Today, a significant number of Cambodian workers are making their way back, causing an 8-kilometer traffic congestion at the Ban Laem

Former Subdistrict Chief Surrenders After Shooting Temple Abbot in Loei Province

Bangkok: A former subdistrict chief has surrendered after allegedly shooting and injuring the abbot of a well-known temple in Chiang Khan District, Loei Province. The suspect, who fled to his hometown in Maha Sarakham Province following the incident, is now facing charges of attempted murder. According to Thai News Agency,

Warning of Heavy Rain in 19 Provinces Across Thailand, 40-70% Chance of Thunderstorms

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has announced thunderstorms and strong winds in some areas of Thailand, with heavy rain in some areas of 19 provinces. The Meteorological Department has issued a 24-hour weather forecast for upper Thailand, predicting thunderstorms and strong winds in some areas. Heavy rain is also expected in

Power Restored After Widespread Outage in Saphan Khwai Area

Bangkok: A significant power outage hit the Saphan Khwai, Bang Sue, and Pradiphat Road areas, disrupting electricity for over an hour. Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) officials were promptly on the scene to address the issue and restore order. According to Thai News Agency, the outage began around 10:00 PM, causing

Cambodian Worker Exodus Impacts Thai Employers

Bangkok: Confirming that 19,000 Cambodian workers will return to their country, affecting only some employers. The Director-General of the Department of Employment revealed that 19,000 Cambodian workers have returned to their country. Some employers have been affected and are preparing to discuss assistance for businesses in finding replacement workers. According

Pongkawin Announces Transfer of Labor Ministry Official Amid Skyy9 Investigation

Bangkok: The Minister of Labor revealed that the Cabinet has approved the transfer of the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Labor to the position of Special Inspector General to promote transparency in the investigation into the Skyy9 building incident. He emphasized that this is not a criminal decision and

Fortune Teller’s Donation Scheme Raises Legal Concerns Over Temple Account

Bangkok: In a case that has prompted legal scrutiny and public outrage, a renowned fortune teller is alleged to have orchestrated a questionable donation scheme using the name of Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu temple. The controversy emerged after it was discovered that the fortune teller was the sole individual