Bangkok: Several provinces in central Thailand are experiencing severe flooding after the Chao Phraya Dam increased its water discharge to 2,700 cubic meters per second: The move, necessitated by heavy prior rainfall in the Ping, Wang, Yom, and Nan river basins, triggered rapid overflow. The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) is attempting to hold the release rate at 2,700 cms to

Ulsan: A large structure collapsed at a thermal power plant owned by state-owned energy giant Korea East-West Power in the southeastern city of Ulsan, South Korean officials said Thursday. According to Thai News Agency, seven people remain trapped under the rubble after two people were rescued from the structure. Firefighters reported that the incident occurred shortly after 2:00 p.m., around

Bangkok: The Prime Minister emphasized the need to move forward in making Thailand safe from scammers. He led a network of partners in signing an MOU, declaring the war on “techno-crime” a national agenda. The Prime Minister expressed confidence in the government, insisting that this matter cannot be resolved without collusion, and that he would only pursue the matter head-on.

Manila: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a national disaster due to the impact of Typhoon Kalmaegi and in preparation for another approaching typhoon. According to Thai News Agency, Marcos stated that the declaration followed a proposal from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Committee. The committee assessed the extensive damage caused by Typhoon Kalmaegi and the potential impact

Phnom penh: The Minister of Defense has accepted a proposal from Cambodia to clear five minefields from Thailand, following Thailand’s initial proposal of 13 areas, which did not include Wat Ta Kwai. The Defense Minister emphasized that while peaceful negotiations will be prioritized, the use of force will remain a last resort. According to Thai News Agency, General Nataphol Nakphanit,

Bangkok: The board of directors at Sukhumvit Asset Management Co., Ltd. (SAM) has announced the appointment of Suwannee Jesadasak as the new chairman of the board, effective November 1, 2025. Suwannee brings a wealth of experience from her 28-year tenure at the Bank of Thailand, where she currently serves as the Deputy Governor for Administration. According to Thai News Agency,

Chachoengsao: Government spokesman Siripong, represented the government in receiving the complaint letter, confirming the government’s commitment to clean energy and proposing the matter for the Prime Minister to investigate the facts to ensure fairness. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister’s Office Spokesperson Siripong Angkasakulkiat received a complaint from a group of citizens in Chachoengsao Province, which is campaigning for