May 31, 2025

Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra Discusses Potential Cabinet Reshuffle Amidst Political Speculations

Bangkok: The Prime Minister stated that nothing has changed today, emphasizing that anything can happen with the cabinet reshuffle. She addressed the ongoing rumors and concerns surrounding potential changes within the government, particularly after the House of Representatives’ acceptance of the draft budget bill for the fiscal year 2026. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra mentioned that

Names of ’73 Arahants’ Revealed for 2026 Budget Bill Discussion

Bangkok: Revealing the names of the “73 Arahants” who are set to discuss the draft of the 2026 budget bill, with the first meeting scheduled for June 9, 2025. The meeting will decide on the chairman and vice chairman and outline the framework for their work. According to Thai News Agency, the list of the special committee considering the draft

‘Minister Jiraporn’ Presents ‘Bangkok Pride Awards 2025’

Bangkok: The Minister of the Prime Minister’s Office presented the Bangkok Pride Awards 2025 to promote gender equality to individuals, organizations, actors, actresses, and politicians, totaling 11 categories and 25 awards. According to Thai News Agency, at 5:30 p.m., Ms. Jiraporn Sindhuphrai, Minister to the Prime Minister’s Office, presided over the opening ceremony of the Bangkok Pride Awards 2025 voting

Livestock Officials Confirm No Anthrax in Nong Bua Lamphu

Nong Bua Lamphu: Livestock officials have confirmed that no animals have been found sick or dead from anthrax in Nong Bua Lamphu. The Director-General of the Department of Livestock Development reported that lab test results showed no presence of anthrax pathogens in samples from cattle and buffalo in Mukdahan Province. Veterinarians also did not find any animals in the area

Fish Contaminants Found in Kok and Sai Waters, Not Exceeding Standards

Chiang Mai: The Department of Fisheries has tested for contaminants in the Kok River and Sai River, and found heavy metals not exceeding the standard, but it is not recommended for consumption at this time. It will continue to randomly collect samples twice a month, covering risk areas in Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai provinces. According to Thai News Agency,

Drunk Police Officer Dismissed Following Assault on Traffic Officer

San Kamphaeng: Dismissed from service: Drunk police officer physically assaults traffic police officer at San Kamphaeng Police Station while on duty. From the case of a clip of a police officer using foul language and even physically assaulting a traffic police officer at San Kamphaeng Police Station while on duty, this incident occurred on May 27, 2025. According to Thai

Chinese Tourist Arrested for Molesting Student Intern at Chiang Mai Zoo

Chiang Mai: A Chinese tourist visiting Chiang Mai Zoo was arrested after he allegedly molested a female student intern. The authorities apprehended the tourist and handed him over to the police for prosecution. The incident has led officials to consider revoking his student visa, which he used to stay in Chiang Mai while attending an institution in Lamphun Province. According

Arrested “Bird Bangsaen” Drug Dealer in the Middle of a Pond, Almost Died

Sa Kaeo: A drug dealer, known as ‘Bird Bangsaen’, was dramatically arrested in the middle of a pond after attempting to flee from law enforcement officers. The arrest was carried out by the officers of Mueang Sa Kaeo District, along with the 1st Sa Kaeo Provincial Volunteer Defense Corps Company and the local task force. The suspect, Mr. Supachai, aged