November 17, 2025

Hun Sen Criticizes UN Special Rapporteur for Silence on Cambodian Soldiers Held by Thailand

Phnom penh: Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen has criticized UN Special Rapporteur Emeritus Vitit Mantarbhorn for ignoring the 18 Cambodian soldiers held as prisoners of war by Thailand, and insisted he would not ask Thailand to open the border crossing. Cambodia’s Cambodianess website reported today that Prime Minister Hun Sen used the 33rd National Buddhist Conference at the National Institute

New Evidence Unveils Cambodian Soldiers’ Involvement in Bomb Planting at Thai Border

Bangkok: The Thai government has unveiled new evidence showing that Cambodian soldiers have planted bombs along the Thai-Cambodian border, violating a peace declaration. In response, Thailand has decided to suspend the implementation of the peace plan but will urgently proceed with bomb disposal efforts in 13 areas. According to Thai News Agency, a press conference was held by key Thai

FDA Launches E-Market to Promote Thai Health Products and Enhance Safety Standards

Bangkok: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched an e-market initiative aimed at expanding opportunities for health products, elevating safety standards, and generating sustainable income for local communities. The Ministry of Public Health, through the FDA, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with prominent e-marketplace platforms in Thailand, including LAZADA, Shopee, LINE MAN, and GRAB. This partnership, under

Leonid Meteor Shower to Illuminate Night Sky on November 17th

Bangkok: The National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT) has announced an exciting celestial event set to occur from the night of November 17th to the morning of November 18th, 2025. Sky watchers can look forward to witnessing the “Leonid meteor shower,” with an expected average peak of 15 meteors per hour. The shower’s center is located in the Leo

Sririta-Korn Narongdej Celebrate Daughter Rene’s 11-Month Milestone

Bangkok: Sririta-Korn Narongdej celebrate 11 months with their little daughter, Rene. In the blink of an eye, little Rene, the daughter of mother Rita Sririta and father Korn Narongdej, has reached the 11-month mark. The family commemorated this occasion with a special fashion photoshoot. According to Thai News Agency, father Korn and mother Rita captured memorable photos during the family

Mark Prin Embraces Housework, Eagerly Awaits Fatherhood

Bangkok: Handsome heartthrob Mark Prin recently shared insights into his domestic life following his two-year wedding anniversary with Kimberley. Mark expressed immense happiness in their marriage, noting that the couple seldom argues, and when they do, it’s typically over trivial matters. He recounted a recent instance where his indifferent response to Kim’s questions about meals or outings led to a

Chao Phraya Basin Flooding Expected to Ease by Mid-December

Bangkok: Flooding in the Chao Phraya Basin is expected to ease by mid-December, as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Thammanat Prompao anticipates water levels to return to normal during the week of December 2. This follows a reduction in water discharge by the Chao Phraya Dam, with efforts underway to assist affected areas. According to Thai

Suphamas Initiates Revamp for Channel 9 MCOT HD and NBT

Bangkok: “Suphamas” is spearheading a transformation of Channel 9 MCOT HD and NBT, aiming to establish a new national news agency as a reliable source for the public. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Supamas Isaraphakdi, Minister to the Prime Minister’s Office, along with senior executives including Mr. Sommai Suwanwong, Acting Director-General of MCOT Public Company Limited, and Ms. Sudruthai