BANGKOK: Thai stocks saw a significant decline as the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) closed down 20.36 points, or 1.45%, at 1,379.85 points today. The trading value was approximately 36,852.83 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the stock market index experienced a downward adjustment throughout the trading session. The index reached its lowest point at 1,378.44 and peaked at

Prachin Buri: The investigation into the murder of ‘Sor Jor Tong’ has been expedited following the emergence of a threatening audio clip. The national police chief has ordered a swift probe into the shooting, which is suspected to stem from local political tensions. The leaked audio, referencing a financial dispute of 20 million baht, has added a new dimension to

KANCHANABURI: The Kanchanaburi Provincial Court has sentenced Mr. Preecha Kraikruan, known as “Teacher Preecha,” along with lottery vendors Ms. Rattanaporn Supathip, or “Jeab Babin,” and Ms. Patcharida Promta, or “Jeab Patch,” to two years in prison each for giving false testimony in a high-profile lottery dispute. The court’s decision came without the possibility of probation, though the sentences were later

RATCHABURI: Visitors to Ratchaburi are being encouraged to try the distinctive “Big Egg Meatballs” at Tiew Nak Tun, a tom yum shop in Lum Din Subdistrict. Known for its unique approach to tom yum noodles, the restaurant has quickly gained a following, with its signature dish featuring bouncy pork wrapped in jade noodles and a soft-boiled egg yolk, all seasoned

Prachin Buri: An audio recording has surfaced, believed to capture a conversation between Provincial Administrative Organization member Chaimes Sitthisanitphong, known as S.J. Tong, and his adoptive father, Mr. Sunthorn Wilawan, president of the Prachin Buri Provincial Administrative Organization, just before Tong was fatally shot. This incident has led to the arrest of Mr. Sunthorn and seven others on charges related

SISAKET: Two hospital staff members have been charged following the fatal assault of a patient undergoing treatment for alcohol withdrawal at Kantharalak Hospital. The staff, who reported to police acknowledging their involvement, insisted they did not intend to cause harm but aimed to restrain the patient. According to Thai News Agency, the victim, Mr. Sa-at Boonla, aged 31, was treated

PRACHIN BURI: Police have detained Sunthorn Wilawan, a former Deputy Minister of Public Health, for questioning following a fatal shooting at his residence that resulted in the death of provincial assemblyman Chaimes Sitthisanitphong, also known as Sgt. Tong. The incident, involving Mr. Sunthorn’s subordinates, took place amidst discussions about upcoming elections for the Provincial Administrative Organization. According to Thai News

LOEI: Phu Kradueng National Park has been temporarily closed after a wild elephant attacked and killed a tourist, prompting safety concerns. The decision was made by the Director-General of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation to protect visitors following the incident on the route behind Phra Phuttha Metta – Namtok Phen. According to Thai News Agency, Mr.