December 6, 2025

Phiphat Orders Expedited Damage Assessments in Lower Southern Region

Bangkok: Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, has expressed concern over the weather situation in the lower southern region and has directed the Ministry of Transport to expedite damage surveys. The focus is on assessing the impact, planning road repairs, and enhancing waterway efficiency to manage the persistent rains expected to continue into early next year. According

Anutin Leads Delegation to Songkhla and Satun for Rehabilitation Plan Discussions

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, led a delegation to the provinces of Songkhla and Satun to discuss a comprehensive rehabilitation plan and provide assistance to local villagers. The delegation’s agenda included distributing relief bags and engaging with local defense volunteers. Anutin chose not to comment on the ongoing controversy involving the President of the Songkhla

Heavy Rainfall Expected in Southern Thailand While Upper Regions Experience Cooler Mornings

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has reported an increase in rainfall for the southern region, with heavy rain forecasted in several provinces including Chumphon, Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Ranong, Phang Nga, and Phuket. Meanwhile, residents in upper Thailand can expect rain and thunderstorms in some areas of the lower northern, lower northeastern, and eastern regions, although mornings will

Drilling Down into Trump’s National Security Strategy

Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled his national security strategy on Thursday, focusing on increasing military power in the Western Hemisphere, balancing global trade, strengthening border security, and defeating Europe in the culture war. According to Thai News Agency, President Trump’s National Security Strategy, introduced on December 4, 2025, outlines the administration’s foreign policy priorities, emphasizing the America First philosophy

Rice Noodle Factory Explosion in Pai District Claims One Life, Injures Two

Pai: A rice noodle factory explosion in the Pai District of Mae Hong Son Province has resulted in one fatality and two injuries. Authorities are currently on the scene conducting an investigation into the cause of the incident. According to Thai News Agency, the explosion occurred on December 6, 2025, at around 10:30 a.m. when officers from the Pai Police

Police to Summon Four Individuals for Statements in Journalist’s Death Investigation

Nonthaburi: Police are preparing to issue summonses for four individuals associated with Natpong’s household to provide statements following several phone appointments. Today, December 6, 2025, Pol. Maj. Gen. Detraphee Kongdee, Commander of Nonthaburi Provincial Police, visited Bang Kruai Police Station to convene a meeting with officers from the case-solving team, Region 1 Provincial Police Investigation Team, Nonthaburi Provincial Police Investigation

Activists Criticize State’s Inability to Control Cyanide Following Journalist’s Death

Bangkok: Activists have raised concerns over the state’s failure to control the circulation of toxic substances after cyanide was discovered in journalist Nattawut Ponglangka’s body. Rapee Chamnanrue, an advocate for victims of cyanide cases, has urged the Crime Suppression Division to conduct an investigation to uncover the truth behind the incident. According to Thai News Agency, the presence of cyanide

Thailand Enforces Strict FIBA Rules for 33rd SEA Games Basketball

Bangkok: The 33rd SEA Games basketball tournament, set to take place from December 9-20, 2025 in Thailand, has implemented stringent regulations prohibiting players who have transferred nationality from competing, in alignment with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) rules. This move, spearheaded by the Thai Basketball Association, has garnered praise from ASEAN nations for its role in setting high standards and