Category: General

Criminal Court Extends Appeal Period in Thaksin L¨se-Majest© Case

Bangkok: The Criminal Court has approved a request from the prosecutor to extend the appeal period by another 30 days in the high-profile l¨se-majest© case involving former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. The case, which has drawn significant attention, concerns charges of defamation of the monarchy under Section 112 of the

Employment Decline in Q3 2025 Highlights Economic Challenges

Bangkok: The National Statistical Office reported a decline in the number of people employed in the third quarter of 2025, reflecting a continued economic slowdown. Employment is being reduced, and technology is being used, with the private sector slowing down investment. It recommends developing skills and promoting the industrial sector

Preparations for ASEAN Para Games Progressing Smoothly, Says SAT Governor

Nakhon ratchasima: Dr. Kongsak Yodmanee, Governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT), has revealed that preparations for the 13th ASEAN Para Games are advancing as planned. Thailand is set to host the prestigious event from January 20-26, 2026, in Nakhon Ratchasima Province. Dr. Kongsak expressed satisfaction with the current

Sisaket Farmers Rejoice as Rice Prices Surge Amid Government Stockpile Clearance

Sisaket: A government spokesman explained that this year’s rising rice prices have brought joy to farmers in Sisaket, who are clearing their stockpiles and preventing Cambodian rice from flooding the market. He also stated that the government is moving forward with a policy of delayed sales of rice and encouraging

Thaksin’s Daughter Says Ex-PM ‘Stressed’ Amid Legal Woes

Bangkok: Thaksin Shinawatra was suffering from mental stress while his physical health remained normal, said his daughter, ex-prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, after visiting him at Klong Prem Central Prison on Thursday. Paetongtarn told reporters that Thaksin was experiencing “a bit more stress mentally” amid legal issues affecting his potential parole

Senate Committee Visits Sa Kaeo to Assess MOU 43-44 Cancellation

Sa kaeo: The Senate’s committee studying the pros and cons of canceling MOU 43-44 visited Sa Kaeo, while the border demarcation continued for the third day. Today marks the third day that the Joint Thai-Cambodian Border Survey and Demarcation Team, Royal Thai Army Headquarters, will survey the claim line to

Yotsingh Enforces Strict Water Management in Lat Krabang Industrial Estate

Bangkok: “Yotsingh” conducted a thorough inspection of the Lat Krabang water treatment system, mandating factories to maintain water quality and prohibiting them from releasing untreated wastewater into Bangkok. According to Thai News Agency, Petty Officer 1st Class Yotsingh Liamlert, Deputy Minister of Industry, visited the Lat Krabang Industrial Estate to