Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated that there will be no concessions on Russia’s terms for ending the ongoing war in Ukraine. He accused the European Union of attempting “daylight robbery” by seizing Russian assets. According to Thai News Agency, during his annual press conference and the “Direct Line” program, President Putin emphasized that Russia’s conditions, as declared in

Bangkok: The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) is offering a significant New Year gift by providing free access to its expressways for seven days during the New Year festival. This initiative will include the Kanchanaphisek Expressway and the Burapha Vithee Expressway, with tolls waived from 00:01 on December 30, 2025, to midnight on January 5, 2026. Furthermore, the Chalerm Mahanakorn

Bangkok: Admiration for the courageous police officer, “New Inspector,” who remained on duty despite being injured. Admiration for the courageous police officer, “Sergeant Mai,” who, despite being injured, continued his life-saving mission, successfully transporting an injured soldier and his heart for organ transplant. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Gen. Samran Nualma, Deputy Commissioner General of the Royal Thai Police

Bangkok: A fire broke out at Rong Kluea Market in the middle of the night, damaging approximately 10-15 rental rooms. Initial investigations suggest an electrical short circuit caused the fire. Police from Khlong Luek coordinated with forensic officers from Sa Kaeo Province to investigate the scene. The fire occurred in a row of rental units belonging to the Sa Kaeo

Bangkok: The Deputy Minister of Industry led a ceremony to honor His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, known as “His Royal Highness the Father,” with an emphasis on maintaining naval discipline as a guide for national governance. According to Thai News Agency, Chief Petty Officer Yotsing Liemlert, who serves as both the Deputy Minister of Industry and Chairman of the Royal

Bangkok: The Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) has announced new regulations concerning the election of Members of Parliament, specifically Regulation No. 2 for the election of members of the House of Representatives, B.E. 2568 (2025). This regulation has been officially published in the Royal Gazette as of December 19, 2025, and became effective the day after its publication. According to

Chiang mai: Doi Inthanon recorded its coldest temperature of the year at -3.6 degrees Celsius, with frost covering the mountaintop. According to Thai News Agency, the chilling temperature led to frost forming on the grass and across the mountaintop, including on cars. The dew drops condensed into hoarfrost, creating a cold experience that excited tourists. At the Kew Mae Pan

Buriram: A team from the Department of Mental Health’s MCATT (Mental Health Assistance and Critical Care Unit) provided psychological support and counseling to refugees at a shelter in Buriram province. They also distributed sets of betel nut to the elderly to help them relieve stress. According to Thai News Agency, medical staff, nurses, and the MCATT team from the Department