July 15, 2025

Region 2 Army Commander Receives Innovative ‘Blue Bunker’ for Soldier Safety

Uthenthawai: Region 2 Army Commander Lt. Gen. Boonsin Phadklang has received the ‘Blue Bunker’, a cutting-edge innovation from Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-ok, Uthenthawai Campus, aimed at enhancing the safety of soldiers and border communities. According to Thai News Agency, the Blue Bunker was developed through collaboration between the university and the military, with the handover ceremony attended by prominent

Cambodia Accused of Registering 22 Thai Literary Works with UNESCO

Bangkok: The Ministry of Culture has launched an investigation into claims that Cambodia has registered 22 Thai literary works as part of its intangible cultural heritage with UNESCO. The action followed the dissemination of information on social media suggesting that Cambodian authorities incorporated these works, originally created by Thai authors, into their cultural heritage registry. According to Thai News Agency,

Meteorological Department Issues Warning of Potentially Severe Weather for Parts of Thailand

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning for heavy rainfall in several regions across Thailand, including Chiang Rai, Phayao, Nan, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, and Trat. Residents in these areas should exercise caution due to the potential dangers of heavy rain, which could lead to flash floods and forest runoff. In Bangkok and

Paethongtarn Presides Over Interfaith Ceremony to Honor His Majesty the King

Bangkok: Paethongtarn Shinawatra, the Minister of Culture, presided over a significant religious ceremony involving five major religions to honor His Majesty the King on the occasion of his birthday on July 28. The event took place on July 15, 2025, at the Thailand Cultural Center, organized by the Ministry of Culture through the Department of Religious Affairs. It aimed to

Royal Gazette Announces Revocation of Religious Titles for 81 Monks

Bangkok: The Royal Gazette has publicized the annulment of the royal decree that conferred ecclesiastical titles upon 81 monks. This decision follows media reports of inappropriate behavior by some monks within the ecclesiastical body. According to Thai News Agency, the Royal Gazette’s announcement specifies that King Maha Vajiralongkorn has rescinded the ecclesiastical titles bestowed upon four monks, alongside certificates granted

Cambodia Did Not Register Thai Literary Works with UNESCO, Confirms Ministry

Bangkok: The Ministry of Culture has clarified that Cambodia did not include Thai literary works in its registration with UNESCO. The Department of Cultural Promotion corroborates this stance, affirming that Cambodia has not registered 22 Thai literary works with the international body. According to Thai News Agency, the Ministry of Culture issued a statement following claims that Cambodia had registered

Former Abbot of Phichit Involved in Inappropriate Relationship with Ms. Golf

Phichit: Former Provincial Abbot of Phichit, Phra Thep Wachira Sitthimethi, is under scrutiny following revelations of an inappropriate relationship with a woman known as Ms. Golf. The case has raised concerns about violations of monastic discipline, leading to calls for the monk’s disrobing. According to Thai News Agency, the investigation began when officers from the Anti-Corruption Division seized the mobile

Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Kok An’s Family and Associates in Transnational Crime Case

Bangkok: The court has issued an arrest warrant for Luk Kok An, his daughter and son, and six others on charges of involvement in a transnational crime organization. The warrants were followed by searches in seven targeted locations. According to Thai News Agency, cyber police have gathered evidence against the Kok An network, which is linked to an international call