Prominent Lawyer Arrested on Fraud, Money Laundering Charges

BANGKOK, Nov 8 (TNA) – Thai police on Thursday arrested a high-profile lawyer known for his outspoken advocacy, Sittra Biebangkerd, known as “Attorney Tum,” and his wife, Patitta Biebangkerd, on fraud and money laundering charges. The couple was apprehended in Chachoengsao province, east of Bangkok.  A warrant had been issued for their arrest after a […]

PM Emphasizes Environmentally Friendly Innovation at GMS Summit

KUNMING, Nov 7 (TNA) – In a significant address at the 8th Greater Mekong Subregion Economic Cooperation Program (GMS) Summit, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra today outlined Thailand’s commitment to innovation-driven development with a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability. The summit, attended by leaders from China, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam, along with the President of […]

Thai PM Congratulates Donald Trump on Presidential Comeback

BANGKOK, Nov 7 (TNA) – Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra tweeted on X to congratulate U.S. President Donald Trump @realDonaldTrump and Senator JD Vance @JDVance on their victory in the presidential election. She stated her eagerness to work with them to strengthen the enduring Thailand-U.S. alliance, benefiting citizens of both countries and promoting prosperity in the […]

Mother’s Makeshift Cell for Drug-Addicted Son Prompts Govt Intervention

BURIRUM, Nov 7 (TNA) – Thai authorities intervened after a mother in northeastern Thailand built a prison-like room in her house to confine her drug-addicted son upon his release from rehabilitation, highlighting the country’s ongoing struggle with substance abuse. Sarapee, 64, constructed the monitored cell in her home in Nang Rong district, Buriram province, to […]

Park Ranger Dies During Patrol in Deep Forest

NAKHON RATCHASIMA, Nov 6 (TNA) – A park ranger died while on patrol in the Tap Lan National Park, prompting a 12-hour rescue operation. The victim, identified as 40-year-old Worawan Anchuen, was part of a ranger team conducting a routine patrol in the forest behind the Lam Plai Mat reservoir when he collapsed and lost […]

Feng Shui Master Scam Nets Over 80 mln Baht, 25 Victims

BANGKOK, Nov 6 (TNA) – Thai police are investigating a high-profile Feng Shui consultant scam that has allegedly ensnared at least 25 victims and caused over 80 million baht in losses. Pol Col Anek Taosuphab, Deputy Commander of the Suppression Division, revealed that the renowned Feng Shui master had been luring clients with promises of […]

Thai PM Heads to Summits in China

BANGKOK, Nov 6 (TNA) – Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra embarked on a two-day official visit to China on Wednesday, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and explore new trade opportunities. The Prime Minister is attending the 8th Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) Economic Cooperation Summit and the 10th Ayeyawady-Chao Phraya-Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS) Summit in Kunming, […]

U.S. Embassy Hosts Election Watch Event in Bangkok

BANGOK, Nov 6 (TNA) – The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok hosted an election watch event on Wednesday, gathering diplomats, academics, and representatives from government agencies and businesses to follow the 2024 U.S. presidential election results. U.S. Ambassador Robert F. Godec highlighted the lengthy campaign process as a vital component of American democracy, describing it as […]

Malaysian Singer, 5 Others Nabbed with Meth

NARATHIWAT, Nov 5 (TNA) – Thai police have detained a prominent Malaysian singer and five others after seizing more than 6,000 methamphetamine pills in a hotel room in Thailand’s southern border town of Sungai Kolok, officials said. The 28-year-old female singer, whose name was withheld by authorities, drew crowds of more than 100 fans and […]

Thailand to Form Joint Committee for Maritime Talks with Cambodia

BANGKOK, Nov 5 (TNA) – Thailand’s Foreign Ministry is moving forward with plans to establish a Joint Technical Committee (JTC) with Cambodia to negotiate overlapping maritime claims, while asserting that the 2001 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will not affect Thailand’s sovereignty over Koh Kood island. Suphanvasa Chotikajan Tang, Director-General of the Treaties and Legal Affairs […]

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