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COVID-19 Cases Surge as School Term Begins in Thailand

Bangkok: The Department of Disease Control has expressed concerns over a rise in COVID-19 cases with the commencement of the new school term, fearing an increase in infections. The department’s spokespersons, Dr. Jurai Wongswat and Dr. Weerawat Manosutthi, highlighted the growing number of COVID-19 patients since the Songkran Festival and

Gunfire Erupts on Thai-Myanmar Border, Parents Fearful for Children’s Safety

Phra Phutthabat: Gunfire rang out this morning at the Thai-Myanmar border, creating a tense atmosphere that has left parents unwilling to send their children to school. The conflict involved Karen and Myanmar soldiers exchanging heavy weapons fire near the border in the Mae Sot District of Tak Province. Many families

COVID-19 Cases Surge as School Term Begins, Warns Health Department

Bangkok: The Department of Disease Control has raised concerns over an increase in COVID-19 cases, particularly fearing a further surge in infections with the commencement of the new school term. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Disease Control reported a rise in COVID-19 patients following the Songkran festival

Opposition Clashes Intensify Along Myanmar-Thai Border, Forcing Hundreds to Flee

Tak: The opposition clashed fiercely with the Myanmar military, causing 290 people to flee for their lives. Tensions heightened along the Tak Province border as opposition forces engaged in intense confrontations with Myanmar soldiers. The escalation prompted hundreds of Myanmar nationals to cross into Thailand, while the number of casualties

Flash Flood Warning in Thailand as Heavy Rain Persists

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning for potential flash floods, mudslides, and landslides due to heavy to very heavy rain expected across Thailand over the next 24 hours. According to Thai News Agency, the department has highlighted that areas on hillsides near waterways and lowlands are particularly at

Myanmar Border Tensions Escalate as Clashes Force Hundreds to Flee

Tak: The opposition clashed fiercely with the Myanmar military, causing 290 people to flee for their lives. The Tak Province border has become increasingly tense as opposition forces engage in intense confrontations with Myanmar soldiers. These clashes have led to 290 Myanmar citizens fleeing across the Thai border, with the

Court Dismisses Drug Money Laundering Case Against Former Senator

Bangkok: The Criminal Court has dismissed the case against former Pol. Lt. Col. Upakit Pajariyangkun, who was accused of being involved in a drug money laundering conspiracy. The court stated that the plaintiff’s evidence did not prove that the defendant had committed any crime. According to Thai News Agency, the

Flash Flood Warning Issued for Thailand Amid Heavy Rain Forecast

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning of heavy to very heavy rain across Thailand, potentially leading to flash floods, mudslides, and landslides, particularly in hillside areas near waterways and lowlands. The forecast indicates that the country will continue to experience these severe weather conditions over the next 24