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Election Commission of Thailand Announces Timeline for 2026 SAO Elections

Bangkok: The Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) has officially announced the timeline for the Subdistrict Administrative Organization (SAO) elections, scheduled to take place on January 11, 2026. During the election period, inspectors will be deployed to monitor vote canvassers, with the aim of curbing vote-buying activities. According to Thai News Agency, Lt. Col. Phasakon Siriphakayaporn, Deputy Secretary-General of the ECT,

Free Motorcycle Service For Volunteers At The Royal Cremation Ceremony

Bangkok: A group of motorcycle volunteers assembled on October 30, 2025, to offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off services for attendees at the Royal Cremation Ceremony held in the Sanam Luang area. This initiative aimed to assist those paying respects to Her Majesty the Queen Mother. According to Thai News Agency, the event was organized under the theme “Volunteer Power of

French Police Apprehend Additional Suspects in Louvre Museum Heist

Paris: French prosecutors in Paris have announced the arrest of five more suspects linked to the theft of $102 million worth of valuables from the Louvre Museum’s Apollo Gallery. The arrests have renewed hope among authorities that they may soon track down the missing gems. According to Thai News Agency, Paris prosecutor Laure Beccuau revealed that the arrests were made

SEC and AMLO Seize 30,000 Money Laundering Accounts Exceeding 200 Million Baht

Bangkok: 30,000 money laundering accounts have been seized, totaling more than 200 million baht. The House Security Committee disclosed this following a recent meeting with coordinated efforts by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) to address the issue. Additionally, plans to enact the Travel Rule were discussed, while Kasikornbank confirmed the cessation of its

BANPU and BPP Merger to Propel New Energy Growth

Bangkok: The board of Banpu Public Company Limited (BANPU) has approved a significant merger with Banpu Power Public Company Limited (BPP), leading to the creation of a new public limited company. The shareholders’ meeting to finalize this merger is scheduled for January 29, 2026, and the resulting entity will operate under the name BANPU when trading on the Stock Exchange.

Bangchak Shares Entangled in Finansia Scandal Investigation

Bangkok: The Security Committee has yet to make a ruling on the potential link between Bangchak shares and the Finansia scandal, as revealed by Chutipong Phiphobpinyo. The investigation remains pending, with further discussions expected in the upcoming meeting focusing on the involvement of certain politicians. According to Thai News Agency, Chutipong, a member of the House of Representatives’ Committee on

Port Authority of Thailand Opens Free Cancer Screening for Women in Khlong Toei

Bangkok: The Port Authority of Thailand (PAT) has inaugurated a complimentary breast and gynecological cancer screening service for women in Khlong Toei. According to Thai News Agency, this initiative, in collaboration with the Kanchanabharami Foundation, is part of the “October: World Breast Cancer Prevention Month” campaign, honoring His Majesty the King. The screenings were conducted from October 30th to 31st

Exhibition Turns Cancer Cell Images into Art to Inspire Hope

Bangkok: Siriraj Hospital invites the public to experience the power of beauty and hope through the medical art exhibition “Let Hope Bloom: Let Hope Bloom.” This exhibition showcases the transformation of cancer cell images, which are often seen as symbols of pain and the fragility of life, into beautiful works of art resembling blooming flowers. The exhibition aims to convey