Month: August 2025

River Water Levels Surge, Flooding Homes and Roads in Mae Sai District

Mae sai: After continuous rain throughout the night, water from the headwaters of Ban Chotada, Myanmar, flowed into the river, causing it to overflow and flood homes and commercial areas. The water level in the Mae Sai River in Mae Sai District, Chiang Rai Province, is high above the banks,

New Landmines Highlight Cambodia’s Breach of International Regulations

Sisaket: Today, the Minister of Foreign Affairs led a delegation of diplomats from the Ottawa Convention to observe demining operations at Phu Makhuea, Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province. He also called for a budget cut for aid to Cambodia, which was allegedly misused by donors. Meanwhile, officials from the National Mine

Cambodian Protesters Demand Removal of Thai Barbed Wire Fence at Border

Bangkok: Tensions have escalated at the Ban Nong Ya Kaew border crossing in Khok Sung District, Sa Kaeo Province, as Cambodian residents gather to urge Thailand to dismantle a newly installed concertina wire fence. The barrier is said to be impacting their daily lives by obstructing access to essential routes.

Immunity: Accelerate the Suppression of NCDs, the Silent Killers

Bangkok: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the number one cause of death among Thais. However, many people lack awareness of these conditions because they manifest long-term symptoms due to lifestyle behaviors. Many health agencies are therefore proactively working to reduce the number of deaths, which currently exceed 400,000 per year. According

Heavy Rain and Flood Warnings Issued for Six Provinces in Thailand

Bangkok: Thailand is experiencing increased rainfall, with heavy rain in some areas. The Meteorological Department has issued warnings for six provinces to beware of potential flooding. According to Thai News Agency, the Meteorological Department has reported widespread to nearly widespread rainfall across the country, with heavy rain affecting certain regions.

MCU Launches Initiative to Educate on Temple Financial Management

Bangkok: Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU), in collaboration with the Office of the Auditor General of Thailand, the Office of National Buddhism, and MCOT Public Company Limited, has initiated the “Providing Knowledge on Accounting for Income, Expenditure, and the Management of Temple Assets” project. The event took place at Chulalongkorn Rajavidyalaya University

TAT Commemorates 65th Anniversary with ‘OSOTHO & FRIENDS Garden Fair’

Bangkok: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is celebrating its 65th anniversary by inviting people to the ‘OSOTHO and FRIENDS Garden Fair’ at the Museum of Siam. According to Thai News Agency, the event will take place from August 15-17, featuring a green-themed garden fair aimed at promoting eco-friendly tourism