August 23, 2025

From Trainee Goose to Chiang Mai Landmark

Chiang mai: There’s been a social media buzz recently about geese released into the city moat by the Chiang Mai Municipality to help feed on water hyacinths, drawing numerous visitors to take photos. However, some have questioned whether releasing geese actually helps treat water. According to Thai News Agency, the initiative has sparked a debate on the effectiveness of using

Accelerate Assessment of Typhoon Kajiki and Enhance Preparedness Plans

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister Prasert ordered the National Water Resources and Environmental Protection Agency (NWR) to expedite the assessment of the impacts of Tropical Storm Kajiki and prepare a three-level response plan, as well as monitor major dams. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Economy and Society, Prasert Chantarawongthong, in his capacity as Chairman of the National Water Resources

Heavy Rainfall Alert in Thailand: Five Provinces Urged to Brace for Impact

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has reported heavy rain across Thailand and warned five provinces at risk of heavy rain. Be on the lookout for a tropical depression, which is expected to intensify into a tropical storm, affecting Thailand from August 24-27. According to Thai News Agency, the Meteorological Department has announced that some areas of Thailand will experience heavy rain,

Tropical Storm Kajiki Set to Impact Northern Vietnam and Thailand

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department announced this morning that a depression in the upper South China Sea has intensified into Tropical Storm Kajiki. It is expected to make landfall in northern Vietnam between August 25 and 26, impacting Thailand from tomorrow (August 24). According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Somkuan Tonjan, Director of the Meteorological Department’s Weather Forecasting Division, revealed that

Pornsinee Siripermpool of MCOT Honored with Outstanding Journalist Award

Bangkok: “Pornsinee Siripermpool,” a reporter for MCOT’s Thai News Agency, was recently honored with the Outstanding Journalist Award during the 2025 Annual General Meeting of the Provincial Newspaper Association of Thailand. The event, presided over by Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor Matha, President of the National Assembly and Speaker of the House of Representatives, recognized excellence across various sectors, presenting over

Investigation into Dr. B and Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu Case Progresses with Witnesses Questioned

Bangkok: The investigation into the case involving Dr. B and Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu is advancing, with investigators having questioned numerous witnesses as part of their inquiry. The team handling the case has confirmed that they will not be visiting the temple today, despite ongoing developments. According to Thai News Agency, the investigation, which also involves looking into donation

Police Inspector General Collaborates with U.S., Japan, and India to Combat Call Center Gangs

Bangkok: The National Police Inspector General, Pol. Gen. Thatchai Pitaneelabutr, recently met with representatives from the United States, Japan, and India to join forces in the International Anti-Scam and Human Trafficking Syndicate Command Center (IAC) war room, aiming to crack down on call center gangs. According to Thai News Agency, the IAC’s war room operations are integrated with international centers