November 5, 2025

“Mr. Shrimp” Awarded Honorary Doctorate for Contributions to Engineering and Construction Management

Si racha: “Mr. Shrimp” received an honorary doctorate from the Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-ok, recognizing his contributions as a “National Guard Warrior and Developer” with expertise in engineering and construction management. According to Thai News Agency, on November 5, 2015, Lt. Gen. Dr. Boonsin Phadklang, who serves as an Advisor to the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army and

Rangsiman Rome Suggests Prime Minister Likely to Be Invited for Clarification in BIC Bank Inquiry

Bangkok: Rangsiman Rome, a party-list MP and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, as well as chairman of the House of Representatives’ Committee on State Security, Thai Border Affairs, National Strategy and Reform, announced that the next individual likely to be invited for clarification in the ongoing investigation could be the Prime Minister. This statement follows a series of interviews

Noom Kala Lights Up Shwedagon Pagoda with Generous Donation

Yangon: Noom Kala, a well-known soft rock singer, recently traveled to Myanmar to make merit and contribute to the upkeep of the Shwedagon Pagoda. According to Thai News Agency, Noom Kala donated money for the maintenance and electricity bills of the historic pagoda, ensuring it remains illuminated for the next three months. He shared his intentions and actions via a

Depa Targets Development of 105 Smart Cities in Thailand by 2027

Bangkok: Depa aims to create 105 smart cities by 2027, preparing local governments to use government cloud services to provide public services. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chaichanok Chidchob, Minister of Digital Economy and Society, emphasized the Ministry’s mission to leverage digital technology and infrastructure as vital tools for national development. The focus is on improving citizens’ quality of

Abhisit Vejjajiva Launches New Campaign to Inspire Aspiring MPs

Bangkok: Abhisit Vejjajiva, the leader of the Democrat Party, has launched a new campaign titled “You Can Be a Good MP, Too,” aiming to inspire citizens to participate in politics without fear of potential challenges. He emphasized that this initiative marks a fresh start, advocating for a transformative change in Thai politics. According to Thai News Agency, Abhisit led the

Ja Nongpanee Warns of Consequences for Cheaters in Strong Social Media Message

Bangkok: Ja Nongpanee, the renowned country singer, has taken a bold stance against deceitful behavior, delivering a strong message on social media aimed at those who exploit and cheat others. According to Thai News Agency, Ja Nongpanee expressed her frustration over individuals who take advantage of others, emphasizing that such behavior is deeply ingrained and not easily changeable. In her

Loy Krathong Festival Urges Eco-Friendly Changes to Reduce Water Pollution

Bangkok: Change is being urged among Thai people to reconsider the materials used for floating krathongs, especially bread and crispy corn snacks colored with fish food, during the vibrant Loy Krathong Festival. This call for change aims to tackle the problem of fish not consuming these materials in time, ultimately reducing water pollution, minimizing waste, and preserving water sources without

China Extends Suspension of 24% US Retaliatory Tariffs for Another Year

Beijing: China announced on Thursday it will suspend a further 24 percent retaliatory tariff on the United States for one year, following similar measures from the United States, but will maintain a 10 percent tariff on all U.S. imports. According to Thai News Agency, China’s Customs Tariff Commission released a statement indicating that the suspension of the additional 24 percent