July 21, 2025

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

Chalermchai Challenges Accusations Over Secretary Appointment Allegations

Bangkok: Chalermchai, the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, has openly challenged accusations of demanding money in exchange for appointing the new Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. He urged anyone accusing him of asking for 100 million baht to come forward and swear with him that the allegations are true. Chalermchai emphasized his intention to

Keep an Eye on Risky Areas in the North to Receive “Storm Wipha”

Chiang mai: Many areas in the North are now preparing to face the storm Wipha. If we look at the direction of the movement, it will start to have an impact from tomorrow evening. Many provinces have become risk areas, especially Nan, Phayao, and Chiang Rai, which are at risk of flash floods, forest runoff, and landslides. Villagers must prepare

Typhoon Wipha Causes Destruction in Southern Thailand Provinces

Bangkok: Many southern provinces were affected by Typhoon Wipha. Although Typhoon Wipha has not yet made landfall, it has already had an impact on many areas in Thailand. In the South, yesterday, the influence of Typhoon Wipha caused damage to several provinces, with hundreds of homes destroyed. According to Thai News Agency, the typhoon’s impact has been severe even before

Nong Khai Monitors Mekong River Levels Increase, Governor Orders All Units to Prepare

Nong khai: Nong Khai Province is monitoring the increase in the volume of the Mekong River, which is likely to be higher than last year. The governor has ordered all relevant units to fully prepare for the situation. Meanwhile, Loei Province is preparing for Typhoon Wipha, monitoring heavy rain and mudslides in 8 districts, preparing sandbags, evacuation centers, and warning

Case of Missing Money and Gold at Wat Muang Under Investigation

Bangkok: The case involving the disappearance of substantial assets from Wat Muang, specifically from the quarters of the abbot, has raised concerns due to inconsistencies in the reported details. The incident involves the missing property of Phra Ratcha Wachiraphatthanatorn, the abbot of Wat Muang in Bang Khae District, which reportedly includes 10 million baht in cash and 300 baht of

S.N. Hosts ‘Merit of Giving, Food of Faith’ to Support Monks’ Health

Bangkok: The Department of Religious Affairs, Ministry of Culture, organized the “Merit of Giving, Food of Faith” event at Wat Molilokyaram in Bangkok Yai District. This initiative aimed to promote the well-being of monks as part of the project focused on the power of the Buddhist dimension in the religious dimension. The event saw the participation of Phra Phromwachirodom, abbot

Disturbance in Pattani! Bombing of Security Guards at Nam Dam Subdistrict Administrative Organization Sports Event, 4 Injured

Pattani: Disturbance at the sports event of the Nam Dam Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Pattani Province, as perpetrators planted a bomb to attack volunteer officers while they were providing security, injuring four people. According to Thai News Agency, on July 21, 2015, at 4:50 p.m., an explosion occurred at the Khok Khwai intersection in Ban Bue Na Yamu, Village No. 4,