July 22, 2025

Thaksin Addresses Coalition Government, Shares Experience and Advice on Political Unity

Bangkok: Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra delivered a special lecture during a dinner with coalition government parties, emphasizing the value of unity and strength within the government. Thaksin reflected on his 51 years of political experience, asserting that despite current challenges, the government will emerge stronger and more unified. According to Thai News Agency, Thaksin shared insights from his

Typhoon Wipha Causes Havoc in Thailand, Leading to Fatalities and Structural Damage

Chanthaburi: A storm hit Chanthaburi, causing the roof of a chicken rice shop to collapse, hitting the owner’s mother in the back and causing injuries. In Phuket, a storm hit Phuket, causing a sign to fall and a tree to crush a Chinese woman to death. According to Thai News Agency, the roof of a chicken rice shop in Sirikan

Cambodian Teenagers Stir Turmoil at Ta Muen Thom Temple, Nearing Confrontation with Thai Soldiers

Surin: Cambodian teenagers sparked a disturbance at Prasat Ta Muen Thom in Surin Province, engaging in provocative behavior towards Thai individuals and soldiers, nearly leading to a physical altercation. Soldiers intervened swiftly to diffuse the situation. According to Thai News Agency, the incident unfolded around 11:10 a.m. on July 21 when a group of Cambodian youths confronted Thais at the

Khao Kheow Open Zoo Rehearses Escape Response Plan with ‘Hippo’ Mascots

Chonburi: Khao Kheow Open Zoo officials conducted a rehearsal for handling escaped animals using ‘hippo’ mascot costumes, aiming to boost tourists’ confidence. On July 21, 2025, at 1:35 p.m., the zoo organized a drill to test their escape response plan, focusing on efficient coordination between departments in case an animal escapes from its exhibit. According to Thai News Agency, the

Assistant Professor Arrested for Selling Methamphetamine in Khon Kaen Police Sting Operation

Khon kaen: The Narcotics Suppression Police have apprehended an assistant professor from a prestigious university in Khon Kaen, known for his academic credentials, for his involvement in the illegal drug trade. The arrest was the culmination of a police sting operation aimed at curbing the distribution of methamphetamine, commonly referred to as “ice,” in the region. According to Thai News

Many Provinces Brace for Impact as Typhoon Wipha Approaches

Hanoi: Many provinces are preparing for the powerful tropical storm ‘Wipha’ which will make landfall in Vietnam today, affecting Thailand with heavy rain until July 24. According to Thai News Agency, in Nan Province this morning, houses and shops have prepared sandbags for protection in case of flash floods, including many important temples. Monks at Wat Phraya Phu, a royal

Anti-Corruption Commission Investigates Financial Irregularities at Buddha Park Construction

Nakhon sawan: The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has undertaken a thorough inspection of the Nakhon Sawan campus office of Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU) and Buddha Park. The investigation aims to uncover financial discrepancies linked to the construction of the Buddha Park. According to Thai News Agency, Phra Khru Suthithambandit, assistant abbot of Nakhon Sawan Temple, accompanied officers from the ACC, the Public

Truck Collision with Student-Carrying Motorcycle Results in Multiple Casualties

Bangkok: A devastating accident occurred when a 6-wheeled truck collided with a motorcycle equipped with a sidecar transporting students to Wat Monthon Prasit School. The collision resulted in three fatalities and six injuries. The incident happened on a rural road in the Wang Noi District, where the truck, registered in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, veered off course and crashed into