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Probationers Monitor Driving Habits via CCTV to Curb Road Accidents

Sisaket: Probationers involved in drunk and reckless driving cases are now observing their own driving behaviors through CCTV cameras, an initiative led by the Department of Probation to enhance awareness and foster behavioral change aimed at reducing road accidents. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Lt. Col. Suriya Singhakamol, the Director-General of the Probation Department, has directed probation offices nationwide

Drunk Driving Cases Surge in Bangkok and Chiang Mai Over New Year Period

BANGKOK: Drunk driving incidents in Bangkok and Chiang Mai have surged past 800 cases during a six-day period over the New Year, prompting increased enforcement measures by local probation officers. Sakon Nakhon officials have taken a strict stance on the installation of electronic monitoring (EM) devices for drunk driving offenses, while authorities in Prachuap Khiri Khan are engaging probationers in

Cool Morning Weather Across Thailand with Rising Temperatures Expected

BANGKOK: The Meteorological Department has announced that Thailand will experience cool to cold mornings across the country, with temperatures expected to rise slightly over the next 24 hours. Regions such as the North, Northeast, Central, Bangkok and its vicinity, the East, and the upper South are all set to witness this weather change, while the lower South may see light

DSI Expands Investigation into ‘The Icon’ Case, Examines Extraterritorial Offenses

Bangkok: The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) is intensifying its probe into ‘The Icon’ case, seeking to uncover further criminal activities linked to the 18 suspects and one juristic person already indicted on charges of fraud, violations of the Computer Crime Act, and other financial crimes. The investigation, initially concluded in December 2014, is now focused on identifying additional individuals

Influencers Summoned in “Bank Lester” Case for January 6 Testimony

BANGKOK: The Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) is preparing to summon two influencers, Melai Ratchada and Num Meng Karn Yang, to provide testimony regarding a contentious video clip targeting fellow influencer Bank Lester. The summons is scheduled for January 6, as authorities continue to investigate the identities of others involved. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Lt. Gen. Trirong Phiwpaen,

Foreign Nationals Identified in Stunt Incident from Sukhumvit Building Now Confirmed as 2014 Trespass

BANGKOK: Authorities have confirmed that a viral video showing three foreigners parachuting from a high-rise building in the Sukhumvit area dates back to October 2014, classifying it as a trespassing violation. The incident, which recently resurfaced on social media, has prompted a response from local law enforcement. According to Thai News Agency, Thonglor Police Station’s Superintendent, Pol. Col. Phansa Amarapitak,

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Confirms Police Training for Chinese Volunteers, Cites University Involvement

Bangkok: The Metropolitan Police Commissioner has confirmed reports of a training program for Chinese volunteer police officers, clarifying that the Metropolitan Police Division 3 was not the organizer but only provided lecturers for the program. The training initiative was spearheaded by a prominent university located in Thonburi. According to Thai News Agency, there were earlier reports indicating that Metropolitan Police

SET Index Drops on First Trading Day of 2025 Amid Global Economic Concerns

Bangkok: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) Index experienced a decline on the first day of trading in 2025, closing at 1,379.85 points, down 20.36 points or 1.45%. The trading value for the day was recorded at 36,852.83 million baht, influenced by apprehensions over international trade and tax policies. According to Thai News Agency, the downward trend in the SET