Day: October 21, 2025

Prime Minister Announces Major Drug Bust of Over 1.3 Tons in Nationwide Operation

Bangkok: The Prime Minister has announced the successful seizure of a substantial drug lot, totaling more than 1.3 tons, as part of the “Operation to Destroy Drug Networks,” which targeted rest stops, warehouses, and transportation routes nationwide. The operation led to the confiscation of over 33 million methamphetamine pills and

Anutin Emphasizes Safety During Inspection of Collapsed Samsen Road

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, conducted an inspection of the collapsed Samsen Road area late on October 20, underscoring the importance of safety. He instructed the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and associated agencies to formulate a comprehensive operational plan and maintain continuous monitoring of the surrounding structures.

National Police Chief Unfazed by Challenges in Prosecuting Major Scammers

Bangkok: The National Police Chief has expressed a lack of concern over prosecuting major figures in the scam industry, despite acknowledging the lack of cooperation from some countries in extraditing scammers. This stance was revealed amidst ongoing efforts by the Thai government to combat illegal activities, especially those involving scams

Fireworks Factory Explosion in Ang Thong Leaves Owner Seriously Injured

Ang thong: A loud explosion at a fireworks factory in Ang Thong Province has left the factory owner, identified as Mr. Nanthawat, seriously injured. Initial findings indicate that the factory, which has been a national champion for six consecutive years, possessed the necessary permits for its operations. Authorities are currently

Thailand Enters Winter 2025 with Delayed Onset and Weather Warnings

Bangkok: Thailand has officially entered the winter season of 2025 as of October 23, with the Meteorological Department announcing a slightly later start than usual. The coldest period is expected from mid-December to early February, and there are warnings of heavy rain in the southern region. According to Thai News

Misleading Claims on Early Pregnancy Detection Highlight Ongoing Abortion Debate in the U.S.

Washington: Misleading statements about the detection of pregnancy have resurfaced amidst the complex political landscape of abortion laws in the United States. Republican Congresswoman Amanda Nedvesky from Wisconsin recently claimed that technology can detect pregnancy as early as one day after conception, suggesting that women have sufficient time to know

Minister of Justice Discusses Cybercrime Strategies with MCOT Executives

Bangkok: The Minister of Justice welcomed the executives of MCOT Public Company Limited and their delegation on the occasion of assuming office. They also discussed ways to cooperate in public relations communications. According to Thai News Agency, Police Lieutenant General Ruttaphon Naowarat, Minister of Justice, together with Police Lieutenant General

Phuket Kicks Off 200th Vegetarian Festival

Phuket: Thousands of devotees gathered in Phuket on Monday to officially mark the start of the annual Vegetarian Festival with the sacred ritual of raising the Go Teng pole, a ceremony of special significance as the tradition celebrates its 200th anniversary this year. According to Thai News Agency, thousands gathered

New Scam Revealed by Call Center Gang: Video Calls to Deceive Victims

Bangkok: Cyber police have refunded money to victims of a call center gang posing as Subdistrict Administrative Organization officials inspecting land and tricking them into installing a land compensation refund application. This scam, which led to them transferring over 800,000 baht, is a scam targeting the elderly. According to Thai