January 18, 2025

Cool to Cold Weather Expected Across Thailand Regions

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has reported that the North, Northeast, and Central regions of Thailand are set to experience cool to cold weather. The East and upper South, including Bangkok and its vicinity, will witness cool conditions in the morning, while the lower South will continue to experience thunderstorms. Waves in the lower Gulf of Thailand are expected to reach

Ministry of Culture Launches Route Celebrating King Tilokarat and Sacred Relics

Chiang Mai: The Ministry of Culture has inaugurated a new cultural route designed to celebrate the legacy of Phra Chao Tilokarat, with a focus on paying homage to the sacred relics associated with the Year of the Snake. The activity, titled ‘Following the Path of Faith: Storytelling Path of King Tilokarat and Paying Homage to the Relics of the Year

Ramkhamhaeng University Commemorates King Ramkhamhaeng the Great Day

Bangkok: Ramkhamhaeng University organized an event to honor King Ramkhamhaeng the Great on the occasion of ‘King Ramkhamhaeng the Great Day’. The event featured Mr. Wiraphol Tangsuwan, President of the Ramkhamhaeng University Council, who presided over the ceremony to pay homage and lay a wreath to honor King Ramkhamhaeng the Great. Assistant Professor Wuttisak Lapcharoensap, Chairman of the University Promotion

Bangkok Initiates Work From Home Strategy Amid Rising PM 2.5 Levels

Bangkok: In response to escalating PM 2.5 dust levels, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has announced a work from home (WFH) initiative for January 20-21, 2025. This measure aims to mitigate health risks and reduce pollution, with agencies under the BMA conducting online meetings and postponing events to curtail dust exposure. According to Thai News Agency, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt,

Female Doctor Dies Tragically After Crashing Into the Back of a Truck

Bangkok: A female doctor died at the scene after crashing into the back of a six-wheeled truck under the Krung Thon Buri BTS station, heading towards Saphan Taksin, Krung Thon Buri Road. An inspection of the car found a packet of cold and nasal decongestant medicine. According to Thai News Agency, an SUV crashed into the back of a 6-wheeled

Closing the Legend of the Ratchawithi Intersection Bridge

Bangkok: Started closing the Ratchawithi intersection overpass for demolition, construction of Ratchawithi station for 3 years until 30 April 2018. Traffic this morning is still flowing smoothly. According to Thai News Agency, it started last night, the Orange Line electric train project from Bang Khun Non to Thailand Cultural Center, closing the bridge over Ratchawithi intersection for 3 years for

Young Man Loses 70,000 Baht After SIM Card Impersonation Scam

Krabi: A young man filed a complaint with the Foundation for Justice Restoration after a scammer impersonated him and asked to get a new SIM card, resulting in a loss of nearly 70,000 baht. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Kittinat, 37, an employee of an oil exploration company, sought assistance from the Social Justice Foundation after his personal mobile

Fire Breaks Out at Timber Factory in Bang Sue; Officials Rush to Rescue 3 Lives to Safety

Bangkok: A fire erupted at a timber factory located in Soi Pracharat Sai 1, Soi 23, Bang Sue District, Bangkok at 11:00 this morning. The Rama 199 Radio Center reported the incident, prompting swift action from officials. Upon arrival, responders were met with intense flames and heavy smoke. Firefighters from the Bang Pho Fire Station, along with rescue workers and