May 31, 2025

Sutin Praises Government’s Budget Allocation Amidst Opposition Criticism

Bangkok: Sutin Khlangsaeng, a Member of Parliament for the Pheu Thai Party, has publicly praised the government for its efforts in solving national issues and effectively organizing the 69 budget, as the House of Representatives continues to deliberate the 2026 Budget Expenditure Act draft, valued at 3.78 trillion baht. According to Thai News Agency, Sutin countered opposition claims that the

Anutin Remains Silent on Coalition Government Withdrawal Amid Interior Ministry Tensions

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has kept the media and the public guessing about his future in the coalition government. This comes after former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra reportedly pushed to take over the Interior Ministry, a move that has stirred political waters. According to Thai News Agency, Anutin, who also leads the Bhumjaithai

Storm Topples Centuries-Old Bodhi Tree, Crushing Homes in Aranyaprathet District

Aranyaprathet: A storm struck the Aranyaprathet District in Sa Kaeo Province, leading to the collapse of a massive Bodhi tree, over 100 years old, onto several homes in Soi Rong Lueai. A 69-year-old woman narrowly escaped with her life when her house was completely destroyed. According to Thai News Agency, the storm, accompanied by heavy rain, occurred in the evening,

Chinese Man Injured in Shooting Incident in Chonburi Province

Chonburi: A Chinese man was found shot and seriously injured in a rented house in the Khao Makok area, Soi Chaiyaphruek, Chonburi Province. Mr. Yang, 26, suffered a gunshot wound to his right ankle, which penetrated the bone and left him with a deformed leg. He was discovered in the living room, breathing weakly, and received first aid from two

Chong Chom Border Remains Open Amidst Thai-Cambodian Tensions

Surin: The Chong Chom border crossing in Surin Province continues to operate as normal despite a decrease in the number of Cambodians crossing into Thailand due to ongoing tensions between the two countries. According to Thai News Agency, the atmosphere at the permanent border crossing at Chong Chom, Kap Choeng District, Surin Province, reflects a sparse presence of Cambodian nationals

Sirikanya Challenges Government on Budget Allocation Amid Economic Concerns

Bangkok: Sirikanya Tansakul of the Prachachon Party has issued a strong challenge to the government, urging the distribution of 20,000 baht to citizens ahead of the election regardless of circumstances, criticizing the current budget allocation as ineffective in addressing key economic issues. According to Thai News Agency, during the House of Representatives meeting focused on the draft budget for fiscal

Pickup Truck Incident at Railway Crossing Results in Tragic Death

Samut Sakhon: A pickup truck carrying a group of workers crossed a railway track at high speed, leading to a fatal incident where one worker jumped out in shock and was crushed by an oncoming train. According to Thai News Agency, CCTV footage captured the harrowing moment when the pickup truck, loaded with workers, made a right turn onto a

From Myanmar Mines to Ranong’s Environmental Problems, Part 2

Ranong: The mining problem in Myanmar, in addition to the environmental impact that has caused suffering to villagers along the Kraburi River, Ranong Province, another important problem is the transportation of minerals from Myanmar through Ranong Province to third countries, which has shown signs of irregularities. According to Thai News Agency, the cross-border transportation of minerals has raised concerns about