October 22, 2025

Raid on Koh Phangan Uncovers 89 Nominee Companies and Illegal Villas

Koh phangan: A special task force targeting foreign illegal activities conducted a significant raid on Koh Phangan, shutting down 89 consulting offices suspected of concealing land sales and evading taxes amounting to over 152 million baht. Foreign tourists residing in luxury villas operating without proper licenses were also called in for questioning. According to Thai News Agency, at a briefing

Daughter Fulfills Mother’s Last Wish with Sedan Journey for Cremation at Nonthaburi Temple

Nonthaburi: A 53-year-old woman transported her deceased 93-year-old mother’s body from Ratchaburi Province to Wat Rat Prakong Tham in Nonthaburi Province for a cremation ceremony, fulfilling her mother’s last wishes under the “Last Home Project.” According to Thai News Agency, the daughter took her mother’s body in a sedan from Ban Pong District to the temple, where Phra Kittiwachirathada, the

Heroic Rescue: Village Headman and Nurse Save 6-Year-Old from Drowning

Prachin buri: Praise is being showered upon the heroic individuals who saved a 6-year-old girl from drowning after a car plunged into a large pond. According to Thai News Agency, two good Samaritans, including Mr. Thongphim, the village headman of Village No. 4 in Khu Lam Phan Subdistrict, and a professional nurse, Ms. Oraya, played crucial roles in the rescue

16-Year-Old Arrested for Shooting Friend to Death, Claims Gun Went Off

Takhmod: A 16-year-old teenager was shot and killed on the side of the road in Takhmod District, Phatthalung Province. Two friends who were with him were questioned and they confessed to the crime, claiming the gun went off. According to Thai News Agency, the incident occurred around 8 p.m., when Mr. Apirak, age 16, was found shot once in the

Prime Minister Considers Off-Term Police Appointments Following Resignations

Bangkok: The Prime Minister discussed the appointment of police officers outside of their annual term during a significant meeting of the National Police Commission in 2025. This discussion followed the resignation of three high-ranking officers, prompting the need for urgent action. According to Thai News Agency, the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Anutin Charnvirakul, chaired the 9th meeting of

Misleading Claims About Women’s Infertility Debunked

Bangkok: Misleading information about women’s fertility has been spreading globally, suggesting that women today face more infertility issues than in the past due to environmental toxins, electromagnetic pollution, and medication use. However, experts argue that the decline in childbirth rates is primarily due to lifestyle choices rather than an increase in infertility. According to Thai News Agency, data from the

Second Day of JBC Discussions: Focus on Expediting TOR 2003 Using LiDAR for Border Surveying

Chanthaburi: The second day of discussions at the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) meeting in Chanthaburi began two hours later than scheduled. The agenda item for expediting the Terms of Reference (TOR) 2003, using LiDAR technology to survey the border, is being closely watched, with Prasarn, the Thai chairman of the JBC, set to announce the meeting’s results this evening. According

Anutin Unaware of Paethongtarn’s Resignation as Pheu Thai Party Leader

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, remains unaware of Paethongtarn Shinawatra’s resignation as leader of the Pheu Thai Party, as he was engaged in a meeting that began early in the morning. When questioned about measures to combat scammer gangs, Anutin deferred, suggesting inquiries be directed to the National Police Chief. According to Thai News Agency, after