September 3, 2025

Bangkok Bank Clarifies Fund Loss Due to System Malfunction, Not Cyber Attack

Bangkok: Bangkok Bank clarified that the loss of funds in customer accounts was due to a system malfunction, not a cyberattack. Some accounts are experiencing negative balances during the system’s repairs, but the bank confirmed that all transactions have been completely restored. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chairit Anuchitvorawong, Senior Executive Vice President of Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited,

People’s Party Endorses Anutin for Prime Minister Amid Political Uncertainty

Bangkok: The People’s Party has announced its decision to support Anutin Charnvirakul as the new Prime Minister, contingent upon the Bhumjaithai Party agreeing to specific terms. According to Thai News Agency, the People’s Party’s decision comes amid a turbulent political climate, marked by uncertainty and the recent news regarding the potential dissolution of Parliament. Mr. Natthaphong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the

Government Directs SME Bank to Implement Used Pickup Trucks Measure with Treasury Guarantee

Bangkok: The government has directed the SME Bank to initiate the “Used Pickup Trucks with Treasury Guarantee” measure to boost the economy and support SMEs in purchasing pickup trucks for business purposes. This initiative is projected to generate loans exceeding 3.4 billion baht, sustain over 153,000 jobs, and produce a minimum of 14 billion baht in economic benefits. According to

Cambodian IED Discovered in Surin Province: Thai Army on High Alert

Surin: The general situation in seven provinces remains normal following the discovery of a Cambodian improvised explosive device (IED) in Surin Province yesterday. Officials successfully defused the device, and the situation is reportedly under control. This morning, the Center for the Prevention and Suppression of Infection (COP) convened a meeting to assess the current status and deliberate on proposals for

Thai Researchers Develop Pain-Relieving Spray From Kratom Extract

Bangkok: Thai researchers have made significant strides in developing a pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory spray derived from mitragynine, a compound found in kratom leaves. This initiative, supported by the government, aims to provide an alternative to morphine and is expected to reach the market by mid-2026. Plans are also underway to develop kratom as an oral medication for cancer patients. According

Bhumtham Submits Request to Dissolve Parliament Amid Political Unrest

Bangkok: Surawong has revealed that Bhumtham has formally submitted a request to His Majesty for the dissolution of Parliament. This move comes amidst political turbulence, with details of the request pending an official announcement. The primary reason cited for this action is the People’s Party’s (PPP) decision not to join the government due to its minority status, which hampers its

Kla Tham Party Expresses Gratitude to People’s Party for Supporting Anutin as Prime Minister

Bangkok: Mr. Akkhasan Khiri Lohwira, MP for Chaiyaphum District 7 and spokesman for the Kla Tham Party, has expressed gratitude to the People’s Party for their support in electing Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul as the 32nd Prime Minister. He emphasized the significance of this decision in preventing a political vacuum and advancing the country’s progress by initiating a new constitutional draft

Chusak Affirms Pheu Thai’s Approval of Parliament Dissolution

Bangkok: Chusak Sirinil, Minister to the Prime Minister’s Office and a core leader of the Pheu Thai Party, acknowledged that the party has approved the dissolution of Parliament, raising questions about whether the proposal has been submitted to His Majesty the King. He emphasized his authority to act as Prime Minister and highlighted concerns about the formation of a lame