October 29, 2025

North Korea Test-Fires Missile Ahead of Trump’s Visit to South Korea

Seoul: North Korea test-fired sea-to-surface cruise missiles off the western part of the Korean Peninsula on Tuesday, as reported by the North’s official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Wednesday. This event coincides with U.S. President Donald Trump and other leaders scheduled to attend regional summits in South Korea. According to Thai News Agency, President Trump is scheduled to arrive

Royal Thai Army Engages Foreign Military Attach©s on Thai-Cambodian Border Situation

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army recently hosted a delegation of foreign military attach©s to discuss the situation on the Thai-Cambodian border, marking the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. This briefing, held at the Royal Thai Army Headquarters, included representatives from approximately 20 countries, such as the United States, China, Japan, and Laos. The event also featured a special lecture

“Half-Half Plus” Program Launch Sees High Public Engagement

Bangkok: The “Half-Half Plus” program has made a significant debut, witnessing bustling spending activity on its first day. People eagerly lined up to utilize the Paotang app for scanning and payments, with some facing minor difficulties. However, the enthusiasm among participants was palpable as many had already completed their transactions by morning, with stores testing the system as early as

Study of MOU 43 by Thai Committee Reaches Completion Amidst Challenges

Bangkok: The spokesperson for the MOU 43-44 Committee has disclosed that the study of MOU 43 has been completed, but its cancellation remains difficult due to the absence of comprehensive public information. The decision is expected by early December. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Piyarat Chongthep, Bangkok MP for the Prachachon Party and spokesperson for the Special Committee on

Thailand Prepares to Repatriate 18 Prisoners of War, Awaits Cambodia’s Cooperation

Bangkok: Thailand is prepared to repatriate 18 prisoners of war, contingent upon Cambodia’s cooperation on four critical issues. According to Thai News Agency, Maj. Gen. Winthai Suvari, spokesperson for the Royal Thai Army, announced this at the Royal Thai Army Headquarters in response to discussions held during the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur on October 26, 2015. The Thai government

Thai Police Warn Against Misuse of “Half-Half Plus” Program

Bangkok: Warning has been issued regarding the misuse of “Half-Half Plus” privileges, cautioning that exchanging these privileges for cash could lead to three years in prison and a 60,000 baht fine. Today, Pol. Lt. Gen. Siriwat Deepo, deputy spokesman for the Royal Thai Police, announced that Pol. Gen. Kittirat Phanpetch, the national police chief, is alerting the public about potential

Tata Young Remembers Honorable Moment Serving at Asian Games

Bangkok: Tata Young is proud to have served at the opening ceremony of the Asian Games, and she tells her children about it with tears in her eyes. Tata Young opened up about her deepest feelings for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, and recounted the honorable moment she had serving at the opening ceremony of the 13th Asian

Black Flowers Removed and Yi Peng Lanterns Installed Upside Down Spark Confusion in Chiang Mai

Bangkok: The black flowers initially set up for the Yi Peng festival in Chiang Mai have been dismantled, and confusion has arisen over the upside-down installation of Yi Peng lanterns. Chiang Mai Municipality explained that the black flowers were dismantled and will be re-installed closer to the festival. However, the discovery of an upside-down Yi Peng lantern has left residents