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Thailand braces for heavy rain, authorities monitor water levels

13 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

13 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

13 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

13 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

13 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

13 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

13 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 […]

Methanol-Laced Liquor Kills Six in Thailand

13 August 2024 11:40

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BANGKOK, Aug 30 (TNA) – At least six people have died and dozens more have fallen ill after consuming methanol-laced liquor in Thailand, health officials said on Friday. The incident has prompted a government crackdown on illicit alcohol production and distribution. The outbreak, centered in the eastern part of Bangkok, has primarily affected low-income communities. […]

Former Police Chief Indicted for Role in Red Bull Heir Case

13 August 2024 15:25

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BANGKOK, Aug 29 (TNA) – Former Thai National Police Chief Somyot Poompunmuang and seven others were formally indicted today for allegedly helping Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya, the scion of the renowned family behind the Red Bull energy drink empire, evade prosecution in a high-profile 2012 hit-and-run case. The Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct accepted […]

One Worker Dead, Rescue Efforts Continue for Two Trapped in Tunnel Collapse

13 August 2024 13:13

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Nakhon Ratchasima, Aug 29 (TNA) – Rescue efforts are ongoing after a tunnel collapse at a high-speed rail construction site in Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand, claimed the life of one worker. The incident occurred on August 24 when a portion of the tunnel collapsed, trapping three workers underground. Despite five days of intensive rescue operations, […]

Pheu Thai and Democrat Parties Join Forces in New Thai Government

13 August 2024 16:27

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BANGKOK, Aug 28 (TNA) – In a surprising political move, Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party has formally invited the Democrat Party to join its coalition government, brushing aside past conflicts. The announcement, made on August 28, marks a significant shift in the country’s political landscape, as the two parties have historically been on opposing sides. Pheu […]

TAT Invites Visitors to Spooky Chiang Mai Festival

13 August 2024 15:24

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CHIANG MAI, Aug 28 (TNA) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is inviting both locals and tourists to experience the supernatural at the “Goosebumps Chiang Mai” festival, a continuation of the earlier Bangkok event. Set to take place from August 29 to September 1 at the railway public park in the Muang Chiang Mai […]