“Treasure Hunt” App Sparks Concerns in Thailand

ฺCHONBURI, Jan 22 (TNA) – A popular mobile application offering users the chance to win real money by finding coins hidden in real-world locations has sparked controversy in Thailand, with reports of disruptive behavior and concerns over safety. The “Jagat” application, originating from Indonesia, has gained viral popularity on social media platforms like TikTok, prompting […]

Thai Business Sees Milder Trump Impact

BANGKOK, Jan 21 (TNA) – Private sector leaders in Thailand say Trump’s policies have not created as much economic tension as initially feared, with the Thai Chamber of Commerce suggesting the announcements are primarily aimed at boosting political popularity. Sanan Angubolkul, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand, said […]

Thailand Approves Carbon Tax to Curb Emissions, PM2.5 Pollution

BANGKOK, Jan 21 (TNA) – Thailand’s cabinet has approved a carbon tax on gasoline, diesel, and LPG, aiming to reduce pollution, including PM2.5 particulate matter, while initially avoiding direct impact on fuel prices, a government spokesperson said on Tuesday. Deputy government spokesperson Karom Phonphonklang stated that the cabinet endorsed the carbon tax as a mandatory […]

Pit Bull Suspected in Monk’s Death

NONTHABURI, Jan 21 (TNA) – A monk was found dead in his living quarters at a temple in Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok, apparently attacked by his pet pit bull, police said on Tuesday. The exact cause of death is still under investigation, with authorities awaiting autopsy results to determine whether the monk died before or […]

Grenade Attack at Pattani Police Station

PATTANI, Jan 21 (TNA) – Gunmen fired two M79 grenades at a police station in Kapho district, Pattani province, in southern Thailand earlier today. No injuries were reported. Police Colonel Prayong Khotsakha, Deputy Commander of Pattani Provincial Police, inspected the scene at Kapho Police Station. He confirmed that two M79 grenades were fired at the […]

Hazardous Air Prompts Bangkok WFH

BANGKOK, Jan 20 (TNA) – Bangkok authorities have urged government agencies, private companies, and the general public to work from home (WFH) for two days starting Monday, as the city grapples with hazardous levels of air pollution.   The call comes amid forecasts of “orange” level air quality – a level deemed to have potential […]

Thailand Considers Elephant Birth Control

BANGKOK, Jan 20 (TNA) – Thailand is exploring the use of contraceptive vaccines to manage its growing wild elephant population and reduce conflicts with humans, a move that has drawn mixed reactions from conservationists and local communities. The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) held a public hearing on Jan. 19 to […]

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