December 1, 2025

Thai Election Commission Clarifies Guidelines for Political Donations to Disaster Relief

Bangkok: The Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) has clarified guidelines permitting politicians and political parties to donate to disaster relief efforts, provided they adhere to specific criteria. According to Thai News Agency, Kriangkrai Pandokmai, the Deputy Secretary-General of the Election Commission, emphasized that donations for traditional or justifiable reasons must comply with the ECT’s regulations. These regulations cover the donation

Prime Minister Orders Immediate Setup of Community Kitchens in Hat Yai to Aid Flood Victims

Hat yai: The Prime Minister has urgently directed the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior to spearhead the establishment of community kitchens in Hat Yai, aiming to set up 103 “Community Central Kitchens” to swiftly distribute cooked food to flood victims and expedite recovery efforts. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister Anutin has tasked Mr. Arsit Sampantharat, the

Thailand Secures Prestigious Gastrodiplomacy Gourmand Award for ‘Edible Democracy’ Initiative

Riyadh: Thailand has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the world’s highest award for its innovative ‘Edible Democracy’ initiative. At a ceremony held at 5:00 PM local time on November 30th in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mr. Issara Seriwattanavuthi, Secretary-General of the King Prajadhipok’s Institute (KPI), and Mr. Dam Buntham, Thai Ambassador to Riyadh, accepted the award on behalf

Veteran Actress Koi Tarika Pursues Legal Action Against Series Producer Over Unpaid Fees

Bangkok: Legal action is underway as Koi Tarika demands payment from a series producer who has repeatedly delayed payments and failed to honor checks. According to Thai News Agency, the entertainment industry is currently grappling with financial issues, with borrowing and scams becoming prevalent topics. Koi Tarika, a veteran actress, recently took to social media to publicly demand payment from

Israeli Protesters Rally Against Netanyahu’s Pardon Request

Tel aviv: Israeli protesters gathered outside the private residence of Israeli President Isaac Herzog to protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s request for a pardon in his corruption case before a court ruling. Netanyahu submitted a pardon to the president on Sunday in a long-running corruption case, arguing that the criminal proceedings were hampering his ability to govern and that

Hat Yai Entrepreneurs Sell Cheap Products Amidst Demand for Cleaning Supplies

Hat yai: Hat Yai residents are shopping for essential cleaning supplies and survival kits. Business owners are selling them at low prices, with high-pressure water sprayers a top seller. Meanwhile, at the Institute of Forensic Medicine at Songklanagarind Hospital, no relatives of flood victims have yet arrived to claim their bodies this morning. According to Thai News Agency, a surge

Chuan Leekpai’s Support for Ex-Daughter-in-Law Tubtim Mallika During Health Crisis

Bangkok: Tubtim Mallika shared a heartwarming moment when Chuan Leekpai, her ex-husband’s father, called to check on her condition and offer support after learning she had a brain tumor. According to Thai News Agency, the former Strawberry Cheesecake host and popular YouTuber from the VRZO channel, Tubtim Mallika, recently revealed that former Prime Minister Chuan Leekpai, father of her ex-husband

Ministry Postpones TGAT/TPAT Exams Due to Southern Region Floods

Bangkok: The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI) has announced the postponement of the TGAT/TPAT exams originally scheduled for December 13-15, specifically for the flood-affected southern regions, to address concerns among youth and parents. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Surasak Panjareonvorakul, the Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, highlighted the severe flooding affecting several