October 14, 2025

Bangkok Officials Warn of Imminent Heavy Rainfall Across Region

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning of heavy rainfall anticipated to impact Bangkok, its surrounding areas, and several other regions in the Northeast, Lower Central, Eastern, and Southern parts of the country. According to Thai News Agency, the forecast predicts heavy rain in specific areas as a result of a monsoon trough influencing the Lower Central, Upper Southern,

Public Urged to Monitor Constitutional Drafting Efforts on October 14 Anniversary

Bangkok: Commemorating 52 years since October 14, 1973, the public is invited to keep an eye on the mission to draft a new constitution and break the cycle of coups. Today marks the 52nd anniversary of October 14, 1973. Many organizations are joining together to pay tribute and remember the heroes, emphasizing the value of democracy, and keeping an eye

MSDHS Launches Six Quick Win Projects to Enhance Quality of Life

Bangkok: The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS) is responding to the “MSD Near You” policy by implementing 6 Quick Win projects to help reduce burdens and improve people’s quality of life. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Prasong Phanlima, Director of the Government Savings Bank (GSB), revealed that the Government Savings Bank, as an agency under MSDHS,

Medical Network Urges Revocation of Cannabis Policy Announcement

Bangkok: A network of medical professionals, academics, and concerned citizens has submitted an open letter to the Minister of Public Health, advocating for the revocation of the Ministry’s announcement regarding cannabis as a Category 5 narcotic. This group is actively working against drug abuse and seeks to address the issues arising from the current cannabis policies. According to Thai News

Royal Irrigation Department to Reduce Water Discharge from Dams in Preparation for Dry Season

Bangkok: The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) is strategizing to decrease water discharge from major dams in anticipation of the upcoming dry season. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Danucha Pichayanan, Secretary-General of the Office of National Water Resources (ONWR), has disclosed the latest water management plans. He stated that light rain is expected in the northern region over the next

Private Patients Get Cheaper External Drug Choice

Bangkok: Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce is set to launch a new nationwide initiative on October 28 to combat soaring drug prices at private hospitals by granting patients the option to purchase prescribed medicines from external pharmacies. The “Healthy Body, Comfortable Wallet” project is projected to save the public more than 32.4 billion baht annually in healthcare costs. According to Thai

The Truth Behind Mulberry Leaves: Health Benefits and Misconceptions

Bangkok: On social media, mulberry leaves are being widely shared for their health benefits, including controlling blood sugar levels, lowering bad cholesterol, reducing infections, preventing cancer, improving eyesight, and fighting free radicals. Is this true? Mulberry leaves can actually help control blood sugar levels because mulberry leaves contain the phytochemical ‘Deoxynojirimycin’ (DNJ), which research studies have found to contain this

Mongkutwattana Hospital Suspends Gold Card OPD Services Amidst NHSO Debt Dispute

Bangkok: Mongkutwattana Hospital has announced the suspension of outpatient department (OPD) services for Gold Card holders starting October 16th, pending the resolution of outstanding payments by the National Health Security Office (NHSO). This decision, confirmed by Dr. Rianthong, stems from unresolved debts for Gold Card patients dating back to 2020 and 2024. According to Thai News Agency, Maj. Gen. Dr.