Category: General

Floods in Vietnam Claim at Least 9 Lives, 5 Missing

Danang: Flash floods triggered by record rains have killed at least nine people and left five others missing in central Vietnam, the Vietnamese government said Wednesday. A government statement revealed that six of the fatalities occurred in Danang, home to one of the country’s most popular beaches, and the ancient

MOU on Rare Earth Minerals: Does Thailand Gain or Lose?

Bangkok: Following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on rare earth minerals with the United States, questions arose in Thai society about whether the decision was worthwhile or a risk to the country. The Thai government clarified that the MOU is an opportunity to open up avenues for

Queen Mother Lauded for Revival of Khon Performance

Bangkok: Teacher Kai Surat, the caretaker of Khon costumes, has lauded Her Majesty the Queen Mother as a “Bodhi Tree” for her instrumental role in reviving Khon, a treasured aspect of Thai culture. Her Majesty’s generous financial contributions have ensured that this traditional art form is celebrated and preserved to

“Half-Half Plus” Program Launch Sees High Public Engagement

Bangkok: The “Half-Half Plus” program has made a significant debut, witnessing bustling spending activity on its first day. People eagerly lined up to utilize the Paotang app for scanning and payments, with some facing minor difficulties. However, the enthusiasm among participants was palpable as many had already completed their transactions

Hurricane Melissa Approaches Cuban Coast With Life-Threatening Force

Bangkok: Hurricane Melissa is set to make landfall in Cuba, with authorities on high alert as the powerful storm approaches. The hurricane, which has already caused significant destruction in Jamaica, is expected to hit near Santiago de Cuba, Cuba’s second-largest city, later today. Precautionary measures have been swiftly implemented, including

Ambulance Collides With Wild Elephant In Chachoengsao Province

Chachoengsao: An ambulance transporting an injured person to Sanam Chai Khet Hospital collided with a wild elephant in the Pa Ha Roi Rai forest, Chachoengsao Province. The incident occurred at approximately 11:30 PM in the Tha Takieb Elephant Barrier area, a 500-rai forest along Ban Na Road, Sanam Chai Khet

Fire at Frozen Food Factory Under Control – No Injuries

Wang takhian: Fire at a frozen animal feed processing factory in Wang Takhian Subdistrict, Mueang Chachoengsao District, has been contained. No injuries or deaths were reported. According to Thai News Agency, a fire broke out at noon yesterday at the factory. Officials deployed over 10 fire trucks to the scene,

Royal Thai Army Engages Foreign Military Attach©s on Thai-Cambodian Border Situation

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army recently hosted a delegation of foreign military attach©s to discuss the situation on the Thai-Cambodian border, marking the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. This briefing, held at the Royal Thai Army Headquarters, included representatives from approximately 20 countries, such as the United States, China,