September 2, 2025

Don Mueang Casino Owner Sentenced to Over 14 Years for Multiple Offenses

Bangkok: “Pa Nui,” the owner of a casino in Don Mueang, has been sentenced to 14 years and 129 months in prison, following a court ruling on multiple charges. The Don Mueang District Court handed down the sentence after “Pa Nui,” whose real name is Mr. Amnuay, confessed to six counts of offenses. According to Thai News Agency, the case

ONCB Approves Over 9 Million Baht for Drug Case Support

Bangkok: The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) has approved over 9 million baht to support officials and informants of drug cases. According to Thai News Agency, the ONCB has sanctioned the disbursement to aid officers and informants involved in drug cases, aiming to prevent and suppress drug trafficking sustainably. Pol. Lt. Gen. Panurat Lakboon, Secretary-General of the ONCB,

Thailand’s Ministry of Agriculture to Develop Microalgae for Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Bangkok: The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives has announced a collaboration with the private sector to develop microalgae as a source of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This initiative is expected to yield results within one to two years, highlighting a more economical alternative to using used frying oil. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Atthakorn Sirilathayakorn, Minister of Agriculture and

Pasak Dam Increases Water Discharge to Handle Projected Inflows

Lop buri: The Royal Irrigation Department has announced a significant increase in water discharge from the Pasak Jolasid Dam, anticipating an influx of 1.4 billion cubic meters of water by the end of the rainy season. This strategic move will lead to a gradual rise in water levels in the Pasak River downstream, ranging from 0.80 to 1.00 meters. The

‘Prasert River Basin’ Chosen for Water Resource Ownership Study

Bangkok: The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) is collaborating with Germany, Australia, and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to investigate water resource ownership patterns. This initiative focuses on the Prasae and Pa Sak river basins, which play an essential role in supporting agriculture, industry, and commerce. The project aims to establish a balanced and sustainable allocation of water resources. According

Thailand Passes US MMPA Standards, Paving the Way for Barrier-Free Aquatic Animal Exports

Bangkok: Good news for the Thai fisheries sector: The US government, through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has officially announced its certification of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) standards, indicating that all fishing gear has passed the standard, allowing all aquatic products to be exported. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Bancha Sukkaew, Director-General of the Department

Flooding Recedes in Lom Sak District, Phitsanulok Faces Road Erosion

Lom sak: Flooding in commercial areas of Lom Sak Municipality in Phetchabun Province has continued to recede, allowing for improved travel conditions. According to Thai News Agency, the water level that had inundated homes and shops has decreased significantly from nearly a meter high to 20-30 centimeters, particularly at the Clock Tower intersection. Although floodwaters have receded, some areas remain

Rescue Teams Save One-Month-Old Baby from Rising Floodwaters in Loei Province

Bangkok: Rescuers from Sawang Khiri Tham in Loei Province successfully rescued a one-month-old baby and a five-year-old child who were trapped in a house in the Talat Muang Mai (Ban Lang) community. Residents and their families called for help late last night as the Loei River overflowed, flooding low-lying areas and making it impossible to leave the house. According to