Category: General

Big Joke Challenges NACC Chairman Appointment in Constitutional Court

Bangkok: “Big Joke” has officially filed a petition with the Constitutional Court to challenge the appointment of “Suchart” as the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) chairman, claiming it contravenes the Organic Act on the Prevention and Suppression of Corruption. According to Thai News Agency, at 3:00 PM, Pol. Gen. Surachet Hakpal,

Baby Elephant “Nong Khao Tom” Shows Signs of Recovery After Health Scare

Bangkok: “Khao Tom” is struggling to walk after his sugar level dropped. The veterinary team was able to fix it in time. The Department of National Parks and Wildlife has announced encouraging news. Baby elephant “Nong Khao Tom” is fighting hard, trying to stand and walk. After experiencing low blood

Thai Gold Hits New Record Highs on Global Safe-Haven Surge

Bangkok: The price of gold in Thailand hit successive all-time highs on Tuesday, tracking a global surge driven by strong safe-haven demand. By midday, the domestic gold bullion price had reached an unprecedented 64,250 baht per baht-weight, with the global Gold Spot price climbing to a record $4,169 per ounce.

Cobra Bites Elderly Woman in Her Sleep in Phetchabun Province

Phetchabun: A cobra bit a 93-year-old woman while she was sleeping under her house, causing her to scream in pain and requiring immediate medical attention. According to Thai News Agency, the incident took place on October 12th at approximately 12:00 noon in Ban Yawi, Wang Chomphu Subdistrict, Mueang District. The

Mongkutwattana Hospital Suspends Gold Card OPD Services Amidst NHSO Debt Dispute

Bangkok: Mongkutwattana Hospital has announced the suspension of outpatient department (OPD) services for Gold Card holders starting October 16th, pending the resolution of outstanding payments by the National Health Security Office (NHSO). This decision, confirmed by Dr. Rianthong, stems from unresolved debts for Gold Card patients dating back to 2020

Fire Destroys Two Rental Houses Near Wongwian Yai Railway Station

Bangkok: A fire broke out in a community house behind Wongwian Yai Railway Station in Thonburi District late last night. The fire raged from the second floor of a wooden house that was rented out. Residents fled in panic. No deaths or injuries were reported. The fire is suspected to

The Truth Behind Mulberry Leaves: Health Benefits and Misconceptions

Bangkok: On social media, mulberry leaves are being widely shared for their health benefits, including controlling blood sugar levels, lowering bad cholesterol, reducing infections, preventing cancer, improving eyesight, and fighting free radicals. Is this true? Mulberry leaves can actually help control blood sugar levels because mulberry leaves contain the phytochemical

Private Patients Get Cheaper External Drug Choice

Bangkok: Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce is set to launch a new nationwide initiative on October 28 to combat soaring drug prices at private hospitals by granting patients the option to purchase prescribed medicines from external pharmacies. The “Healthy Body, Comfortable Wallet” project is projected to save the public more than