Category: General

Historic Day: First Day of Equal Marriage

Bangkok: Today marks the first day that the Marriage Equality Act has officially come into effect. In Bangkok, there was a grand Marriage Equality Day celebration, celebrating the long journey before the law came into effect, where all genders will have equal rights to marry. According to Thai News Agency,

Lessons Learned from China: Seriously Solve PM 2.5 Dust Pollution Problem

Bangkok: The PM 2.5 dust pollution situation is a major and urgent problem in Thailand at the moment. Many parties are looking for solutions by focusing on the source of the dust. According to Thai News Agency, in 1999, 92% of the world’s population was exposed to PM2.5 at concentrations

School Directors Granted Authority to Close Schools Amid PM 2.5 Dust Concerns

Bangkok: School directors in areas affected by PM 2.5 dust have been granted the authority to immediately close schools as a protective health measure. The Secretary-General of the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC), Lt. Col. Thanu Wongchinda, emphasized the urgent need for school administrators to respond to the

Wildfires Alter California Sky with Orange Hue

Bangkok: The sky over a California highway turned orange, visibility was poor, due to smoke from the latest wildfires burning Wednesday. A driver recorded the video while driving on the highway, showing signs for Los Angeles and Oxnard streets. The highway and the sun were covered in smoke, while the

Department of Enforcement Unveils 2025 Debt Resolution Plan Exceeding Targets

Bangkok: The Department of Enforcement has unveiled its strategic plan for 2025, aiming to address the debt issues faced by Thai citizens, surpassing initial targets. This announcement follows a successful mediation of 6,879 cases, representing 97% of cases handled. According to Thai News Agency, Seksan Suksaeng, the Director-General of the

Aerials Show New Hughes Fire Near Los Angeles as It Explodes to 9,400 Acres

Los Angeles: The wildfire situation around Los Angeles County, California, is once again in a critical state due to new wildfires that are spreading rapidly and are still not under control. According to Thai News Agency, the Hughes Fire, a new wildfire that broke out in the Castic Lake area

Bangkok Emphasizes Acceleration of Proactive Measures to Control PM 2.5 Dust

Bangkok: The Bangkok governor emphasized the acceleration of proactive measures in the PM 2.5 dust control area (LEZ). On the first night, 725 trucks were found violating the prohibited area, all of which were fined. Mr. Chadchart Sittipunt, Governor of Bangkok, along with Mr. Pornprom Vikitsreth, Advisor to the Governor

Lively Couples Register Marriages on First Day of Marriage Equality Law

Bangkok: Today, the Marriage Equality Act officially came into effect, prompting many couples to visit Siam Paragon to register their marriages. Over 300 couples took this opportunity to formalize their unions. According to Thai News Agency, officers from the Pathumwan District Office were present at Paragon Hall from 8:00 a.m.,

Father of Suspect Seeks Forgiveness from Deceased Rider’s Family

Bangkok: The father of the suspect involved in the incident where a rider was fatally struck has issued a public apology to the family of the deceased. He expressed his regret and asked for forgiveness, acknowledging the pain caused by the incident. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Kamsan, the