July 16, 2025

Thai Army Dismisses Claims of Cambodian Tourist Being a Soldier at Ta Muen Thom Incident

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army has clarified recent reports surrounding an incident involving a Cambodian woman at the Ta Muen Thom temple, asserting that there is no evidence to suggest she is a soldier. The altercation, which took place on 15 July 2025, has been described as a misunderstanding rather than a calculated military maneuver. According to Thai News Agency,

Senate Ethics Committee to Investigate Senator Accused of Sexual Harassment

Bangkok: The Senate Ethics Committee has accepted the case of a senator accused of sexual harassment for consideration. They are preparing to invite both the petitioner and the accused to provide information. Meanwhile, Lawyer Aun Buriram revealed that the senator had stolen property from an accident victim while performing his duties as a rescue volunteer, leading to an indictment by

Petition Filed to Amend Monks Act Amid Disciplinary Violations

Bangkok: Srisuwan Janya, leader of the Love the Nation, Love the Country organization, has submitted a petition to the House of Representatives’ Committee on Religion, Arts and Culture. The petition seeks an amendment to the “Monks Act” by adding specific language addressing “monks-novices-undermining religion.” The proposal aims for the House to consider this amendment in three consecutive readings. According to

House of Representatives Approves Draft Bills on Peace, Rejects Amnesty Proposals

Bangkok: The House of Representatives has accepted the principles of three draft bills aimed at promoting peace, while rejecting a controversial draft bill on amnesty concerning Section 112 cases. The decision comes amid ongoing debates on how to balance societal harmony and justice. According to Thai News Agency, the House of Representatives meeting, chaired by First Vice President Pichet Chueamuangphan,

Anutin Charnvirakul Addresses Budget Allegations and Kathin Robes Bookings

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, has openly addressed the allegations made by Deputy Minister of Interior, Mr. Decha Isara Khaothong, regarding the allocation of budget funds within the party. Anutin stated that he is not concerned about being repeatedly booked for Kathin robes offerings and dismissed worries about being billed for them. According to Thai News Agency,

Phumtham Launches Tenure as Interior Minister with Village Volunteer Day in Sisaket

Sisaket: Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, made his inaugural visit to Sisaket in his new role, presiding over the ‘Village Security Guards Day (VSC)’ for the year 2025. The event, held at the Sisaket Provincial Stadium, saw attendance from Mr. Decha Isara Khaothong, Deputy Minister of Interior, Mr. Orsit Sampantharat, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry

Reserve Senators Urge Election Commission to Expedite Collusion Case Files

Bangkok: Reserve senators have taken a decisive step by submitting a request to the Election Commission (EC) to expedite the receipt of case files concerning collusion in the selection of senators from the investigation team. Their aim is to ensure that the case is swiftly processed and submitted to the Supreme Court, amid concerns that delays may result in only

‘Gen. Nattapol’ Visits Southern Border Provinces to Discuss ISOC Transition Plans

Pattani: General Nattapol Nakphanit, the Deputy Minister of Defense and acting Minister of Defense, has made his inaugural visit to the southern border provinces since assuming his current role. The visit aims to advance the Internal Security Operations Command’s (ISOC) plan to transfer control of the three southern border provinces and four districts in Songkhla to the Ministry of Interior