Category: General

Warning for 15 Provinces: Heavy Rain, Beware of Flash Floods and Mudslides

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning regarding potential heavy rain in parts of 15 provinces across Thailand, posing risks of flash floods and mudslides. In parallel, the powerful tropical storm ‘Wipha’ is anticipated to make landfall in northern Vietnam, having already influenced weather patterns in the region. According

Trump Announces 19% Tariff on Philippine Goods Amid Trade Talks

Washington: The US will impose a 19% tariff on imports from the Philippines, as announced by US President Donald Trump following discussions with the Philippine president at the White House. Trump revealed the new tariff rate on social media, noting it as part of a broader agreement that includes the

NACC Gathers Complete Evidence, Rushes to Investigate Tid Srit’s Financial Connections

Bangkok: The Anti-Corruption Commission and related agencies have gathered complete evidence from temples, universities, and Buddhist parks to investigate the financial trail of the former abbot of Nakhon Sawan Temple. Results are expected within 2-3 days. According to Thai News Agency, the investigation is focusing on uncovering any irregularities in

World Bank Group Intensifies Efforts to Combat Global Plastic Pollution

Geneva: In a significant stride towards addressing global plastic pollution, the World Bank Group is actively contributing to the development of an International Legally Binding Instrument (ILBI) on plastic pollution. This initiative emanates from a historic resolution adopted in March 2022 during the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-5.2). The resolution

Nan Province Prepares for Impact as Storm Wipha Approaches

Bangkok: Nan Province, the border city, is ready to receive “Storm Wipha”. Storm Wipha is weakening, but it is moving closer to Thailand and is starting to cause continuous rain in many areas of the North, especially Nan Province, which is like a front line to receive Storm Wipha. Villagers

Chiang Rai Residents Brace for Potential Flooding Amidst Typhoon Wipha

Mae sai: Mae Sai border, Chiang Rai Province, in addition to being in the direction of Typhoon Wipha, must also watch out for heavy rain in Myanmar, the headwaters of Sai River, which may cause major flooding like last year. Villagers are keeping an eye on and preparing for the

ONWR Urges Preparedness for Storm Wipha as Sea Levels Threaten Critical Levels

Bangkok: ONWR warns to prepare for storm “Wipha” and high sea water in the Chao Phraya River, Tha Chin River and Mae Klong River, exceeding the critical level, during July 23-28, 20:00-23:00 hrs. According to Thai News Agency, the Office of National Water Resources (ONWR) summarized the overall water situation