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Nearly 30 Missing After Boat Capsizes in Mekong River

4 September 2024 11:31

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Chiang Rai, Sept 4 (TNA) – A boat carrying dozens of people capsized in the Mekong River on Sunday, leaving nearly 30 people missing, local authorities said. The incident occurred near the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone in Bokeo Province, Laos, when a boat carrying around 50 Myanmar nationals capsized. Rescuers have managed to save […]

Phuket Court Acquits Foreigner for Kicking Thai Woman Doctor

4 September 2024 11:15

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PHUKET, Sept 4 (TNA) A Phuket court has acquitted a Swiss man in a high-profile assault case involving a woman Thai doctor. Dr. Thandao Chandam, a practising physician, filed a complaint in February alleging that a Swiss man kicked her in the back while sitting with a friend on steps leading down to the beach […]

Thai PM to Sign Cabinet List Today, Says No Surprises

3 September 2024 11:36

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BANGKOK, Sept 3 (TNA) – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Tuesday she would sign the finalized list of cabinet ministers today, with no surprises expected, before submitting it for royal endorsement. “The cabinet lineup for Paetongtarn 1 government is complete,” she told reporters at the Shinawatra Building. “This prime minister has a very […]

American Bully Kills Teenager in Thailand; Owner Seeks New Home for Dogs

3 September 2024 10:44

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LOPBURI, Sept 3 (TNA) – A tragic incident has unfolded in Lopburi, where an 18-year-old man was fatally mauled by two American Bully dogs. The victim, identified as Aphisak, was playing with the dogs owned by his older brother when the unexpected attack occurred on Aug 30. The dogs, named Fino and Cesara, viciously attacked […]

PM: Cabinet Lineup Finalized

3 September 2024 09:56

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BANGKOK, Sept 3 (TNA) – Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Monday revealed that the Cabinet lineup is now finalized, and she herself decided who will hold each position. She expects the list to be submitted for royal endorsement this week. Paetongtarn arrived at the Shinawatra Building 3, a temporary Pheu Thai Party office around 11:40 […]

Thailand braces for heavy rain, authorities monitor water levels

2 September 2024 15:02

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BANGKOK, Sept 2 (TNA) – Thai authorities are closely monitoring water levels and preparing for potential flooding as heavy rainfall is expected to continue through September and October, officials said on Monday. The warning comes as the country is experiencing the tail end of the rainy season, typically the wettest period of the year. This […]

Tourists Face Legal Action for Illegal Fishing in Khao Yai National Park

2 September 2024 11:49

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NAKHON RATCHASIMA, Sept 2 (TNA) – Authorities in Thailand have launched a legal investigation into a couple caught fishing illegally within the protected boundaries of Khao Yai National Park. The incident came to light after the pair posted photos of themselves angling in the park on social media. The images, which were shared on a […]

Suphalak Thai Cats and Their Global Recognition

2 September 2024 10:57

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BANGKOK, Sept 2 (TNA) – Thailand, known for its rich culture and stunning landscapes, has added another feather to its cap. The Suphalak cat, an ancient Thai breed, has recently received global recognition from the World Cat Federation (WCF). This achievement is the result of over a decade of dedicated breeding and conservation efforts by […]

Resort Murder: Spanish Chef Imprisoned

30 August 2024 17:10

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SURAT THANI, Aug 30 (TNA) – A Spanish chef has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Thai court for the murder and dismemberment of a Colombian plastic surgeon on the island of Koh Pha-ngan, in a case that has drawn international attention. Daniel Jeronimo Sancho Bronchalo, 29, was found guilty of premeditated murder and […]

Bangkok Tests Pre-fabricated Flood Barriers

30 August 2024 14:50

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BANGKOK, Aug 30 (TNA) – Bangkok’s Drainage Department has successfully completed a trial run of pre-fabricated flood barriers, known as Hydro Fences, at Tha Ratchaworadit pier, according to a statement released today. The trial, initiated by Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, saw the deployment of 50 Hydro Fences, donated by Summit Plus Innovation. These barriers were […]

PM Visits Flood-Affected Areas in Sukhothai Province

30 August 2024 14:34

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SUKHOTHAI, Aug 30 (TNA) – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Friday visited flood-affected areas in Sukhothai province, distributing relief supplies and preparing food for victims. Paetongtarn, who leads the Pheu Thai Party, was accompanied by key cabinet members including Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin and Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit. The Prime […]

Two More Bodies Found in Tunnel Collapse

30 August 2024 11:55

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Nakhon Ratchasima, Aug 30 (TNA) – Rescue teams have recovered two more bodies from a collapsed tunnel in northeastern Thailand, bringing the death toll to three, officials said on Friday. The bodies of the two Chinese workers were found early Friday morning trapped in the tunnel of a high-speed rail project, said Ekarat Sriarayanpong, head […]