Bangkok: The Land Development Department organized the World Desert and Drought Day 2025, promoting the concept of land restoration, creating economic opportunities, emphasizing the integration of all sectors, and developing sustainable agriculture and the environment. Ms. Anongnat Chakaew, Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, presided over the opening ceremony of ‘World Desertification and Drought Day’ 2025 under the

Chong Chom: Vegetable and fruit vendors at the Chong Chom border market in Kap Choeng District, Surin Province, are anxiously waiting to see whether they will be able to export to Cambodia tomorrow (18 June) after Hun Sen, President of the Cambodian Senate, threatened to stop importing vegetables and fruits if Thailand does not reopen the border as normal, which

Pattaya: Immigration, Pattaya police and local government officials join forces to raid a gambling den and call center in the middle of Pattaya, arresting more than 50 foreign suspects. According to Thai News Agency, the coordinated operation involved multiple law enforcement agencies targeting illegal activities in the city. The raid resulted in the arrest of over 50 foreign nationals who

Lampang: A 38-year-old man from Lampang tragically died while traveling on a tour bus returning from Korat. Fellow passengers were unaware of his condition until it was too late. An autopsy revealed that the cause of death was a blood infection resulting from a flesh-eating bacteria, a strain that has been prevalent in Japan. According to Thai News Agency, the

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a weather forecast indicating that certain areas in the North will experience heavy rain, while some regions in the South are expected to face thunderstorms. Bangkok and its surrounding areas are anticipated to have thunderstorms affecting 30% of the region. According to Thai News Agency, the weather forecast for the next 24 hours predicts

Bangkok: In an era marked by a surge in cyber crimes, MCOT Public Company Limited, in collaboration with the Safe and Creative Media Development Fund, has launched an initiative titled ‘Exclusive Workshop: Understanding Cyber Trap’. This event aims to raise public awareness about online dangers and enhance their ability to fend off cyber threats. According to Thai News Agency, the

Bangkok: The Ministry of Education is undertaking an urgent review of the school system in response to the recent loss of a teacher, as highlighted in a meeting chaired by Lt. Col. Thanu Wongchinda, Secretary-General of the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC). The 22nd executive meeting of OBEC in 2025 focused on driving forward the initiatives ordered by

Bangkok: The Wage Board has approved a 400 baht minimum wage increase for Bangkok and some businesses in the provinces, marking a significant milestone for laborers. According to Thai News Agency, the Ministry of Labor, led by Deputy Secretary Boonsong Thapchaiyut, announced that the 22nd Tripartite Wage Committee Meeting No. 6/2568 has resolved to adjust the minimum wage to 400