August 27, 2025

Region 2 Army Commander Condemns Cambodia After Thai Soldiers Step on Landmines

Surin: The Second Army Region Commander condemned Cambodia’s continued violation of the ceasefire agreement and the Ottawa Convention after a Thai soldier lost his ankle after stepping on a landmine. He pointed out that the landmine has a plastic structure that cannot be detected by detection equipment. According to Thai News Agency, on August 26, 2015, Lt. Gen. Boonsin Phadklang,

Water Pipe Bursts Amidst Orange Line Construction at Ratchaprarop Intersection

Bangkok: A water pipe burst today in the middle of the Ratchaprarop intersection, causing disruptions during the ongoing construction of the Orange Line subway. The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority (MWA) reported that the incident occurred due to an accident within the subway construction area. According to Thai News Agency, MWA officials are currently working on solutions to address the situation. The

Five Candidates Advance in Selection for New Oil Fund Office Director

Bangkok: Revealing the names of 5 people who have passed the qualifications to be recruited as the new Director of the Office of the Vocational Education Commission (OVEC). The Oil Fund Office (OFPO) announced five names of candidates who passed the qualification examination for the new Oil Fund Office (OFPO) director position. They are scheduled to interview and present their

Tension-filled Interrogation of “Tid George-Dr. B”, About to be Detained and Bail Denied

Bangkok: Police are preparing to detain “Tid George” and “Dr. B” after lengthy and stressful interrogation. They are opposing bail during the investigation, fearing they might flee and destroy evidence. According to Thai News Agency, investigators from the Crime Suppression Division brought former monk Alongkot, also known as Tid George, and Mr. Seksan, also known as Dr. B, to be

No Victims or Illegal Acts Found in Iris Scanning for Cryptocurrency Case

Bangkok: No victims or illegal acts have been found in the case of iris scanning for money. Deputy Government Spokesperson Anukul Prueksanusak revealed that the latest investigation has not found any victims or illegal activities in the case of iris scanning for money, and warns the public not to be careless. According to Thai News Agency, the Consumer Council of

Former Monk Reveals Identity Swap to Evade Military Service; Spiritual Leader Arrested on Multiple Charges

Bangkok: Former monk, known as “Phra Alongkot,” has disclosed his real identity as Kriangkrai Petchkaew, revealing that he assumed the identity of his close friend, Alongkot Phlomuk, to evade military service years ago. According to Thai News Agency, the former monk confessed during questioning that he had initially registered for military conscription in Khon Kaen but was not drafted. In

Central Pattana Clarifies Shareholding Status in Dusit Thani Public Company Limited

Bangkok: Central Pattana has officially denied recent news reports and clarified its shareholding status in Dusit Thani Public Company Limited. The company aims to address misunderstandings related to its investment policy and shareholding in Dusit Thani. According to Thai News Agency, Central Pattana has been a strategic partner and co-investor with Dusit Thani in the Dusit Central Park project since

Names of Soldiers Injured by Landmine Near Prasat Ta Kwai Revealed

Surin: The names of three soldiers who were injured after stepping on a landmine at Hill 350 near Prasat Ta Kwai while on patrol have been revealed. On August 27, 2015, a unit of soldiers from the 22nd Infantry Regiment was patrolling between operational bases in front of bunkers 11-12 on the west side of Prasat Ta Kwai, Surin Province,