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Four Rohingya Bodies Found Off Thai Coast, Carrying UNHCR Refugee Cards

Satun: Police in southern Thailand discovered the bodies of four people floating in the sea off Satun province, all carrying refugee cards issued by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), local authorities said on Monday. According to Thai News Agency, the bodies were found by marine police in Makham Bay near Koh Tarutao island. Initial checks indicated no

Bank of Thailand Reassures Public on Security of Facial Recognition Systems

Bangkok: The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has clarified that Chinese scammers are using AI to create identity verification videos only with Chinese apps, not in Thailand. The BOT emphasized the security of facial recognition systems used by commercial banks in Thailand, which have strict measures in place to prevent counterfeiting using images or videos. According to Thai News Agency, Ms.

Gun Napat Stars in First Full-Length Film, Shares Mother’s Support for Box Office Success

Bangkok: Singer-actor Gun Napat has taken a significant step in his 15-year entertainment career by starring in his first full-length film, “King Kaew,” directed by Ekkachai Sriwichai. Gun has previously showcased his talents in singing, acting, and stage plays, but this project marks his debut in a major film role. He expressed excitement about working alongside skilled actors such as

Thousands Gather to Pay Respects to Queen Sirikit’s Royal Urn

Bangkok: People flocked to the Grand Palace to pay their respects to the royal urn of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, at Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall on November 10, 2025. According to Thai News Agency, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) reported that on the first day the public was allowed to pay their respects, a total of

Reinforced Steel Plates Installed to Prevent Flooding at Chaiwatthanaram Temple

Bangkok: Officials have installed steel plates approximately 1 meter high to reinforce the bunker line to prevent flooding at Chaiwatthanaram Temple in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. The water level in the Chao Phraya River in front of the ancient site of Wat Chaiwatthanaram has risen 10 centimeters since November 9th. According to Thai News Agency, officials have reinforced the

Thai Stock Market Gains, Closes at 1,306.26 Points

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed up 3.35 points. SET closed today at 1,306.26 points, up 3.35 points (+0.26%), with a trading value of 29,428.77 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, today’s stock trading saw the index fluctuate, with a low of 1,299.29 points and a high of 1,310.71 points. The stocks with the highest movement today were 228, 214, and

FastPass Pilot System Approved to Expedite Key Investment Projects in Thailand

Bangkok: The Board of Investment (BOI) has approved the initial phase of the FastPass system to expedite the approval and permitting process for key projects from seven agencies: the BOI, the Department of Industrial Works (DIW), the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT), the Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning (ONEP), the Immigration Bureau (IB), the Department

Bank of Thailand Introduces Regulations for Your Data Project

Bangkok: The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has issued new regulations under the Your Data project, aimed at empowering citizens and businesses to exercise their right to submit personal and financial information to financial institutions. This initiative seeks to ensure that citizens receive financial services that align with their needs. According to Thai News Agency, the BOT announced the issuance of