Bangkok: Dr. Warong Dechgitvigrom, leader of the Thai Phakdee Party, announced his intention to lead the party into the 2026 general election, introducing 100 prospective candidates as part of an ambitious strategy to secure political influence in Bangkok and the South. He emphasized his commitment to combating corruption, proposing severe penalties for corrupt practices, and pledged to overhaul Thai politics

Bangkok: Nikorn Chamnong, Director of the Chartthaipattana Party, announced at a press conference that the party will not be dissolved but will undergo a strategic adjustment. He is planning to nominate former party leader Kanchana Silpa-archa to return to her leadership position. According to Thai News Agency, Nikorn emphasized that the decision to maintain the party’s presence is a response

Bangkok: Fifty-four foreign nationals, identified as scammers working at Myanmar’s notorious KK Park, illegally crossed the Moei River into Thailand and surrendered to authorities in Tak province. The individuals fled after the Myanmar military launched a siege and subsequently bombed the Myawaddy-based cyber-scam compound. According to Thai News Agency, the escapees were apprehended in two groups in Mae Sot district:

Bangkok: Indonesia evacuated more than 900 people and is facilitating the safe return of 170 stranded climbers on Thursday after Mount Semeru, one of the country’s highest mountains, erupted again on Wednesday. According to Thai News Agency, the alert level remained at its highest after Mount Semeru on Java island erupted 10 times on Wednesday, spewing massive plumes of ash

Tha chang: Rescue workers and villagers mobilized to help a 65-year-old man who was swept off the road by floodwaters and stuck at the base of a rubber tree. More than 20 rescue workers and villagers joined forces to rescue the man on the Ton Sai-Ban Tha Baek Road in Tha Chang District. He was subsequently taken to safety by

Bangkok: The government has issued a warning following a surge in influenza cases, which have resulted in 100 deaths. It is advising seven specific at-risk groups to get vaccinated without delay. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Ayarin Phanrit, Deputy Government Spokesperson, highlighted that the fluctuating weather conditions have led to a rise in five infectious diseases over the past

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved the establishment of four new special economic zones in Thailand, aimed at attracting renowned international universities to set up campuses in the country. This strategic move is expected to boost the higher education sector by designating these areas as hubs for high-potential foreign higher education institutions. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Siripong Angkasakulkiat, spokesman

Bangkok: Abhisit Vejjajiva, leader of the Democrat Party, has disclosed plans to propose three candidates for the position of prime minister. According to Thai News Agency, this strategy is intended to align with the current political landscape, though Abhisit emphasized that there is no urgency in announcing these candidates. Abhisit discussed the party’s ongoing preparations for nominating both Members of