July 21, 2025

Paethongtarn Challenges Hun Sen’s Claim Over Thaksin’s Policy Concept

Bangkok: Paethongtarn Shinawatra, the Prime Minister and Minister of Culture, addressed recent claims made by Samdech Hun Sen, President of the Cambodian Senate, regarding the origin of the political concept “Thaksin thinks, Pheu Thai does.” She questioned Hun Sen’s assertion, drawing a comparison to an incident where an audio clip was released, only for its release to be denied later.

Heavy Rain Causes Electric Poles to Fall and Almost Hit People

Nakhon si thammarat: Heavy rain and strong winds knocked down electric poles, causing a power outage throughout the city. A woman recounted her near-death experience when she rode her motorcycle past a transformer that collapsed in front of her and burst into flames. If she had driven faster, she would have been burned. According to Thai News Agency, at 3:30

Warning Issued Across Thailand as Typhoon Wipha Approaches

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a nationwide warning for Thailand to brace for the impact of Typhoon Wipha. The powerful tropical storm is anticipated to make landfall in northern Vietnam on the morning of July 22, leading to heavy and potentially severe rainfall across northern Thailand. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sukanyanee Yawinchan, Director-General of the Meteorological Department,

Assailants of Cambodian Soldiers Face Court in Surin

Surin: Two individuals who assaulted Cambodian soldiers are appearing in court today, following an incident at Ta Muen Thom Temple. The prosecutor has brought the accused, Mr. Sommai and Mr. Pathompong, to the Surin Provincial Court with anticipation of an immediate verdict. According to Thai News Agency, the incident, which took place on July 13 at Prasat Ta Muen Thom

Money Trail in Nakhon Sawan Temple Scandal Unveiled: Link Between Temple Boy and Layperson Sparks Investigation

Nakhon sawan: Deputy Commander of the Central Investigation Bureau has uncovered a money trail involving a temple boy from Nakhon Sawan and a layperson, leading to the disrobing of two women connected to the case. The investigation is also probing allegations of corruption related to the construction of the Buddha Park and the Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU) in Nakhon Sawan. According

Sangha Supreme Council Convenes at Wat Bowonniwet Vihara

Bangkok: The Sangha Supreme Council gathered for a meeting at Wat Bowonniwet Vihara, scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Key members present included Somdej Phra Thiranyanamuni of Wat Thepsirin, Somdej Phra Buddhacarya and Somdej Phra Maha Ratchamangkhonmuni of Wat Traimit Witthayaram, Somdej Phra Maha Thirajarn of Wat Phra Chetuphon, and Somdej Phra Mahawirawong of Wat Ratchabophit Sathitmahasimaram. According to Thai News Agency,

Sangha Supreme Council Approves Amendments to Disciplinary Regulations

Bangkok: The Sangha Supreme Council has resolved to amend two of its regulations concerning the disciplinary punishment of monks violating the Dhamma and Vinaya. The amendments aim to expedite the process of addressing violations, ensuring decisions are made within ten days when clear evidence is available, and detailing the procedure for disrobing offending monks. According to Thai News Agency, the

ONWR Issues Warning of High Tides and Potential Flooding in Several Provinces

Bangkok: The Office of National Water Resources (ONWR) has issued a warning about high tides expected from July 23-28, raising concerns over potential flooding in areas along the Chao Phraya River and the Mae Klong River. The warning, Announcement No. 13/2568, highlights the risk of water levels exceeding critical points during the evening hours, particularly between 20.00-23.00 hrs. According to