May 29, 2025

Local Opinions Differ on Phu Kradueng Cable Car Project

Phu Kradueng: The proposed cable car project up Phu Kradueng in Loei Province is receiving mixed reactions from the local community. While a majority of residents in Phu Kradueng District express support for the project, there is a notable minority that raises concerns about its potential implications. According to Thai News Agency, the Office of Special Areas for Sustainable Tourism

Arsenic Levels in Mae Sai Wells Prompt Villagers to Avoid Usage

Mae Sai: Water test results from the Sai River in Mae Sai District have revealed arsenic levels above the standard, leading to advisories for villagers to avoid using local well water. According to Thai News Agency, Asst. Prof. Dr. Surapol Voraphattrathorn, Head of the Artificial Intelligence and Startup Technology Research Center at Mae Fah Luang University, along with Dr. Suebsakul

Suspect ‘Game’ Arrested in Gruesome Reservoir Murder Case

Nakhon Sawan: Last week, a shocking incident occurred when a body was found stuffed into a 200-liter plastic drum and thrown into the Huai Yai Takhro reservoir in Nakhon Sawan Province. Today, the suspect has been arrested. According to Thai News Agency, the horrifying incident at Huai Yai Takhro Reservoir, Phaisali District, Nakhon Sawan Province, involved the discovery of a

Meteorological Department Warns of Heavy Rain and Potential Flooding in Northern and Northeastern Thailand

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning for residents in the North and Northeast regions of Thailand, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall that could lead to flash floods, mudslides, and forest runoff. According to Thai News Agency, the department predicts that the upper regions will continue to experience severe weather over the next 24 hours, with a monsoon

Ministry of Labor Launches 30 Billion Baht Loan for Employment and Business Support in Thailand

Bangkok: The Ministry of Labor has initiated a 30 billion baht loan scheme aimed at maintaining employment and supporting businesses across Thailand, in a bid to stimulate the grassroots economy. This initiative involves a collaboration with the Social Security Office and six banks, offering a low-interest rate of 2.63% fixed for three years. According to Thai News Agency, the Employment

“Pipat” Launches 30 Billion Baht Loan Initiative to Support Employment and Businesses Across Thailand

Bangkok: “Pipat” has unveiled a 30 billion baht loan initiative aimed at maintaining employment and supporting businesses throughout Thailand. The initiative is designed to stimulate the grassroots economy and bring social security by partnering with six major banks, offering a low-interest rate of 2.63% fixed for three years. According to Thai News Agency, on May 29, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn,

Fire Engulfs Tourist Boat Near Anantara Riverside Hotel Pier

Bangkok: A fire broke out on a tourist boat near the pier in the vicinity of the Anantara Riverside Hotel on the Thonburi side of Bangkok. Pol. Lt. Preecha Sendee, an Investigation Officer from Pak Khlong San Police Station, received the fire alert and promptly coordinated with the Bangkok Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office to dispatch fire engines and fire