April 22, 2025

‘Big Pom’ Shakes His Head, Refuses to Join ‘Ung Ing’ Government Again

Bangkok: ‘Big Pom’ shakes his head, denying any plans to rejoin the government with ‘Ung Ing’, as ‘Paiboon’ dismisses rumors as fake news spread for personal advantage. According to Thai News Agency, Gen Prawit Wongsuwan, leader of the Palang Pracharath Party, addressed the speculation regarding the party’s potential inclusion in the government, replacing the Bhumjaithai Party. When questioned about the

“Wirote” Calls for Investigation into Zero-Dollar University Issuing Student Visas to Chinese Nationals

Bangkok: “Wirote” is advancing efforts to address allegations surrounding a zero-dollar university issuing student visas to Chinese nationals posing as engineers. The move, which includes drafting a letter to the Engineering Council and the Ministry of Higher Education, aims to initiate an investigation into potential regulatory oversights that could lead to severe consequences, including injuries and fatalities. According to Thai

Cabinet Approves Additional Budget for Flood Relief During Rainy Season 2024

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved an additional financial framework aimed at providing relief to flood victims during the 2024 rainy season, along with the annual budget for fiscal year 2025. According to Thai News Agency, the central budget includes a reserve fund for emergencies or necessary cases, with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation designated as the budget recipient.

Cabinet Approves Measures to Prevent Rehiring Corrupt Former Civil Servants

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved measures to prevent former civil servants who commit disciplinary and corruption violations from returning to civil service. Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, deputy government spokeswoman, revealed that the cabinet gave its approval in principle to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC)’s measures aimed at preventing corruption in the recruitment of individuals who have previously left government service due

Crazy Husband Burns Down House Resulting in Mother-in-Law’s Death, Wife Survives

In Buri District: A husband set fire to his wife’s house, resulting in the death of his 79-year-old mother-in-law. The wife survived as she was not at home during the incident. According to Thai News Agency, fire engines from the Tambon Namtan Administrative Organization and local administrative organizations responded to the blaze. They worked to contain the fire that engulfed

Monk Assaulted and Abducted by Debt Collectors Over Unpaid Loan

Nonthaburi: A brutal debt collector gang broke into a monk’s quarters and used a gun to hit a monk before abducting him and assaulting him. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Chutatip, the younger sister of Phra Phrompong, a monk at a temple in Mueang Nonthaburi District, reported that on April 19, two men on a motorcycle came to the

Police Car Shot While Receiving Monks for Alms, Novice Monk Dies

Saba Yoi: Assailants shot at a police car at Saba Yoi Police Station while it was taking a monk on an alms round. Initial reports indicate that one novice monk died. According to Thai News Agency, the incident took place at approximately 6:00 a.m. An unknown number of assailants targeted a police pickup truck from Saba Yoi Police Station while

Arrest Warrant Issued for Elephant Camp Owner in Assault Case Against Dr. Pai

Phuket: The court has issued an arrest warrant for ‘David’, the owner of an elephant camp in Phuket Province, in a case of assaulting ‘Dr. Pai’ after he failed to appear to hear the verdict of the Court of Appeals Region 8. The court has scheduled another hearing for May 23. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. David, a foreign