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Activist Seeks Bhumjaithai Party Dissolution Over Senate Election Collusion Claims

18 May 2025 12:21

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BANGKOK, May 22 (TNA) – Natthaporn Toprayoon, a former advisor to the ombudsman, has petitioned the Election Commission (EC) to dissolve the Bhumjaithai Party, alleging its involvement in unlawful collusion during the recent Senate election. Citing Section 92 of the Political Parties Act, Natthaporn claims the party’s actions undermine democratic governance and represent an undemocratic […]

Thai Villagers Alarmed by Arsenic in Transboundary River

18 May 2025 12:13

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BANGKOK, May 22 (TNA) – Residents along the Kok River in Mae Ai district in Chiang Mai are increasingly concerned about high arsenic levels, with tests showing more than double safe limits. The murky river, which flows from Myanmar into Thailand, has prompted warnings for villagers to avoid its use and consumption. The transboundary river’s […]

Art Toy Capsules Promote Thai Local Culture

18 May 2025 15:19

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BANGKOK, May 21 (TNA) – Thai artist Komkrit “Mo” Thep-thian is transforming local cultural symbols into collectible capsule toys, “Himmapan Marshmallow,” aiming to globalize and popularize Thai traditions. Inspired by Japan’s use of mascots to boost tourism, he believes these characters can play a similar role in Thailand. “We can give every province its own […]

Bangkok Subway Construction Worker Dies in 19-Meter Pit Fall

18 May 2025 10:12

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BANGKOK, May 21 (TNA) – A 33-year-old Thai construction worker has died after falling into a 19-meter pit at a Bangkok subway construction site, with rescue teams still working to retrieve his body. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation confirmed the fatality following the incident on Monday on Lan Luang Road within the construction […]

Bangkok Mudslide Traps Metro Worker

18 May 2025 19:53

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BANGKOK, May 19 (TNA) – A mudslide at a Bangkok subway construction site on Monday trapped a worker in a 19-meter deep hole, prompting a rescue operation, officials said. The incident occurred at the Orange Line’s Lan Luang station. Police reported the 33-year-old worker fell when rain-soaked ground collapsed as he worked on a piling. […]

NESDC Cuts 2025 GDP Outlook on Trade Concerns, Debt

18 May 2025 16:57

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BANGKOK, May 19 (TNA) – Thailand’s National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) lowered its 2025 GDP growth forecast to 1.8% on Monday, citing significant risks from global trade uncertainties, particularly U.S. tariffs, and high household and business debt. The revision from 2.8% comes despite a 3.1% Q1 expansion driven by agriculture offsetting slower manufacturing. […]

Thai PM Welcomes Indonesian President on Landmark Visit

18 May 2025 16:49

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BANGKOK, May 5 (TNA) – Thailand’s Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, welcomed Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to Bangkok for a state visit, marking the first such visit by an Indonesian leader in 20 years, and elevating bilateral relations to a strategic partnership. The visit, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Thailand and Indonesia, […]

Thai Monkey Advocates Seek Media Attention for Habitat Needs

18 May 2025 10:45

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BANGKOK, May 19 (TNA) – Expressing frustration over years of alleged governmental neglect, the Strong-Hearted Monkey Lovers Club has requested media attention to the need for a permanent habitat for long-tailed macaques in Bangkok’s Bang Khun Thian. Club President Kawinpat Mongkoltechapat highlighted the difficulties faced by 300-400 monkeys after their habitat was cleared, despite the […]

Police Raid Renowned Temple in $9M Abbot Embezzlement Scandal

18 May 2025 15:31

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NAKHON PATHOM, May 15 (TNA) – Thai police on Friday raided the prominent Wat Rai Khing temple, west of Bangkok, escalating their investigation into the alleged embezzlement of 300 million baht ($9 million) in temple funds linked to online gambling. An arrest warrant has been issued for the temple’s abbot, Phra Dhammavachiranuwat, for his suspected […]

Construction Tycoon Surrenders in Deadly Building Collapse Case

18 May 2025 11:38

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BANGKOK, May 16 (TNA) – Prominent businessman Premchai Karnasuta, CEO of Italian-Thai Development PCL, arrived in a wheelchair to surrender to police in Bangkok on Friday in connection with the deadly collapse of a new State Audit Office (SAO) building that occurred during an earthquake in Bangkok late March. A Thai court had issued arrest […]

Durian Claw Machine: Grab a Spiky Prize

18 May 2025 11:06

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AYUTTHAYA, May 16 (TNA) – A durian vendor in Ayutthaya, Thailand, has captured attention with an unusual sales tactic: a claw machine filled with the pungent fruit. For just 10 baht (about $0.27), customers can try their luck at winning a whole durian. Ms. Saranya, 33, who previously sold durian at a local market, repurposed […]

Abbot Faces Arrest in Temple Embezzlement

18 May 2025 14:57

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BANGKOK, May 15 – A prominent Thai Buddhist abbot, Phra Dhammavachiranuwat of Wat Rai Khing in Nakhon Pathom, is facing arrest after a court issued a warrant for his alleged embezzlement of over 300 million baht in temple funds. The funds were reportedly used for online baccarat gambling. The abbot also holds the high-ranking position […]