July 14, 2025

Meteorological Department Issues Warning for Potential Flash Floods in Northern Thailand

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning for residents in the provinces of Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phayao, Nan, Nong Khai, and Bueng Kan, urging them to prepare for heavy rain that could lead to flash floods and mudslides. The alert extends to Bangkok and its surrounding areas, where thunderstorms are expected to affect 60 percent

Temple Investigation Underway as Monk Faces Allegations of Misconduct

Bangkok: A junior monk at Wat Prayurawongsawas Worawihan has revealed that the assistant abbot, known as “Chao Khun Prasit,” has always adhered to moral principles. The monk, however, disclosed that he has no information regarding the current whereabouts of Chao Khun Prasit or whether he has disrobed, amid allegations linking him to a female golfer. According to Thai News Agency,

Supreme Sangha Council Proposes Amendment to Sangha Act to Address Monastic Discipline

Bangkok: The Office of Buddhism has put forth a proposal to the Supreme Sangha Council to consider amending the 1962 Sangha Act, which includes provisions for stripping monks of their ecclesiastical titles and removing them from all positions they hold. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Inthaporn Chan-iam, the Director of the National Office of Buddhism, announced that a special

Rescue Operation in Kanlapaphruek Area as Foreign Man Falls into Ditch

Bangkok: Rescuers helped a foreigner who fell into a hole near a canal next to a condo in the Kanlapaphruek area. While bringing him up, he became frantic. Officers managed to stop the chaos. According to Thai News Agency, police and rescue workers were notified that someone had fallen into a hole near a ditch next to a condo on

Cyber Police Escalate Hun Sen Audio Clip Case to Attorney General

Bangkok: Cyber police have submitted a comprehensive case file to the Attorney General, seeking prosecution over the controversial “Hun Sen audio clip” under Section 116 and the Computer Crime Act. The Attorney General’s office has acknowledged the need for a meticulous approach, given the potential impact on international relations. Historically, there has never been a prosecution order against a foreign

Cyber Police Intensify Search for Call Center Gang Involved in Makeup Artist Scam

Bangkok: The Cyber Police Commander has issued an urgent directive to accelerate the search for a call center gang responsible for deceiving “Aum,” a makeup artist associated with beauty pageants, into taking his own life due to stress. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pitch Suthangsu, known as Aum, a 38-year-old prominent makeup artist from Suphan Buri Province, fell victim

Police Aim to Issue Additional Warrants for Kok An Network’s Arrest

Bangkok: Cyber police are preparing to issue additional arrest warrants for the Kok An network, a call center gang, and are urgently investigating whether “Cherry,” Kok An’s daughter, has a role in managing or concealing financial transactions in Thailand. Pol Maj Gen Sirawat Deepo, Commander of the Technology Crime Investigation Division 1, revealed the progress of the Kok An case,

Cyber Police Probe Golfer’s Online Gambling Money Trail

Bangkok: Cyber police are intensifying their investigation into the financial activities of a female golfer linked to online gambling activities. So far, no involvement of monks has been detected in this case. According to Thai News Agency, Pol Maj Gen Sirawat Deepo, Commander of the Technology Crime Investigation Division 1, disclosed the progress in tracing the financial trail potentially associated