New Royal Decree Issued to Commence Election Process for 200 Senators
PRESS RELEASE:
A new royal decree has been issued to commence the election process for 200 senators, following approval from His Majesty the King on April 24. The law, effective from its publication date in...
Thai Prime Minister Addresses Cannabis Reclassification Concerns Amidst Coalition Government Tensions
National—
On May 11th, 2024, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, the Thai Prime Minister currently visiting Kanchanaburi, told the public about the rumors that the proposed reclassification of cannabis into a narcotic illegal drug could potentially cause...
Thai Meteorological Department Issues Weather Forecast: Rising Temperatures and Thunderstorm Warnings Across Multiple Regions
National—
At 5:00 AM, on May 12th, 2024, the Thai Meteorological Department reported the general weather conditions and forecast for the next 24 hours.
Low-pressure areas due to the prevailing heat covering Thailand's upper regions,...
Police Find Body of Missing Korean Man in Plastic Barrel in Pattaya Reservoir
Pattaya —
Thai police found the body of a missing South Korean man in a plastic barrel filled with cement in a reservoir in Pattaya, following an investigation into a kidnapping and ransom case.
The...
Carabao Group and CP All Report Strong Q1 Financial Results, Reflecting Solid Growth Strategies...
National—
On May 11th, 2024, Thai national media reported the operating results and consolidated financial statement of Carabao Group in quarter 1/2024, January 1st to March 31st, compared to the same period last year.
The total...
Man Evades Gas Payment, Later Arrested After Leading Police on a High-Speed Chase Across...
Samut Songkhram—
At 9:00 AM, on May 10th, 2024, Phetchaburi police received a report from a gas station manager of a man in a gray sedan allegedly fleeing from a gas station in Samut Songkhram,...
Closure of 12 National Marine Parks Announced after Coral Bleaching Attributed to Increased Sea...
PRESS RELEASE:
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has announced the closure of 12 national marine parks in response to a critical coral bleaching crisis attributed to increased sea temperatures from the El Niño...
Public Health Announced Rise in Heat Stroke-Related Fatalities, with 61 Deaths
PRESS RELEASE:
The Ministry of Public Health has announced an alarming rise in heat stroke-related fatalities, with 61 deaths this year, up from 37 last year. Department of Disease Control Deputy Director-General Dr. Apichart Vachiraphan...
Thailand’s Beaches to Visit in May
PRESS RELEASE:
Thailand’s beach destinations are popular among travelers around the world for their translucent seas, white-sand beaches, and pristine islands, as well as sports and activities. However, when planning a beach holiday in Thailand,...
Thai Cannabis Advocates Challenge Prime Minister’s Proposal, Demand Science-based Decision Making
National—
On May 9th, 2024, Mr. Prasitchai Nunual, the secretary-general of the network for Shaping the Future of Thai Cannabis, responded to the Thai Prime Minister’s statement regarding a proposal for the reclassification of cannabis...