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Charter change efforts falter
Charter change efforts falter
Thursday 21 May 2026 01:00 PM
BANGKOK: Nearly three months after a majority of voters endorsed the idea of a new constitution, the political establishment remains divided over how - or whether - genuine constitutional reform should proceed.
Thai faith healer charged with rape, child abuse
Thai faith healer charged with rape, child abuse
Thursday 21 May 2026 09:12 AM
BANGKOK: One of Thailand’s best-known faith healers has been arrested on rape and child sexual abuse charges, police said yesterday (May 20), as investigators urged other potential victims to come forward.
Cabinet approves ‘Thai Chuay Thai Plus’ co-payment scheme
Cabinet approves ‘Thai Chuay Thai Plus’ co-payment scheme
Wednesday 20 May 2026 10:00 AM
BANGKOK: The Cabinet approved the “Thai Chuay Thai Plus” (Thais Helping Thais Plus) co-payment scheme yesterday (May 19), worth up to B4,000 per registered person, to help ease the cost of living, commencing on June 1.
Bangkok schools limit mobile phone use
Bangkok schools limit mobile phone use
Tuesday 19 May 2026 01:00 PM
BANGKOK: Schools under the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) introduced new measures to control mobile phone use on the first day of the new semester yesterday (May 18).
Government to prosecute oil hoarders over March fuel crisis
Government to prosecute oil hoarders over March fuel crisis
Tuesday 19 May 2026 08:54 AM
BANGKOK: The government will take legal action against oil traders who hoarded fuel, mainly diesel, on boats and trucks in March, the justice minister said yesterday (May 18).
Ministry rolls out five-point plan to prepare for drought
Ministry rolls out five-point plan to prepare for drought
Monday 18 May 2026 02:42 PM
BANGKOK: The government is introducing a five-point water management plan to prepare for possible droughts linked to the El Niño weather pattern, the Agriculture Ministry said yesterday (May 17).
Collision train driver on drugs, unlicensed
Collision train driver on drugs, unlicensed
Monday 18 May 2026 12:11 PM
BANGKOK: The driver of the freight train that hit a passenger bus and other vehicles on a congested Bangkok level crossing on Saturday (May 16) tested positive for drug abuse and did not have a rail transport licence, according to the rail transport chief.
At least 8 dead in Bangkok bus-train collision
At least 8 dead in Bangkok bus-train collision
Sunday 17 May 2026 10:05 AM
BANGKOK: Eight people have been confirmed dead and at least 35 injured following a collision between a train and a passenger bus near the Makkasan station of the Airport Rail Link in Bangkok on Saturday afternoon (May 16).
Thailand moves to uproot illegal foreign activities
Thailand moves to uproot illegal foreign activities
Friday 15 May 2026 08:55 AM
BANGKOK: Authorities are stepping up the fight against escalating foreign criminal activities in Thailand with a three-phase crackdown outlined by the Royal Thai Police (RTP) and mechanisms to address foreign settlement being discussed by the Ministry of Interior.
Anutin orders probe into officials over foreign nominee firms and land encroachment
Anutin orders probe into officials over foreign nominee firms and land encroachment
Friday 15 May 2026 08:50 AM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered an urgent investigation into local officials in Phuket and Surat Thani provinces over alleged involvement in foreign nominee businesses, illegal land encroachment and other unlawful activities in major tourist areas.
Dimmed lights on rural roads ‘cut power costs by 40%’
Dimmed lights on rural roads ‘cut power costs by 40%’
Thursday 14 May 2026 11:00 AM
BANGKOK: Government measures to dim lights on “low-risk” rural roads to help reduce energy costs have cut electricity use by as much as 40% since May 1, deputy government spokeswoman Ploytalay Laksamisaengchan said yesterday (May 13).
Koh Phangan police blitz coincides with PM’s visit
Koh Phangan police blitz coincides with PM’s visit
Thursday 14 May 2026 10:00 AM
SURAT THANI: Hundreds of police and officials raided businesses and properties suspected of being illegally owned by foreigners on Koh Phangan as Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the tourist island yesterday (May 13).
Anutin says B400bn loan decree cannot be derailed
Anutin says B400bn loan decree cannot be derailed
Wednesday 13 May 2026 09:29 AM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has cast aside fears that the government’s B400 billion emergency loan decree could be derailed after the opposition petitioned the Constitutional Court for a ruling on its legality.
Anutin signals changes to visa policy
Anutin signals changes to visa policy
Tuesday 12 May 2026 09:01 AM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul signalled a review of Thailand’s visa-free entry policy yesterday (May 11) following the arrest of a Chinese national linked to a suspected illegal arms network in Pattaya.
Thaksin released from prison
Thaksin released from prison
Monday 11 May 2026 12:34 PM
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra left Klongprem Central Prison in Bangkok on parole and was greeted by family members and a crowd of supporters this morning (May 11).
PM calls for cooperation and unity during Cebu summit trip
PM calls for cooperation and unity during Cebu summit trip
Monday 11 May 2026 10:00 AM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has concluded his participation in the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, the Philippines, underscoring Thailand’s role in promoting regional peace, stability and cooperation amid global uncertainty.
Oil price dip unlikely to help Thai drivers
Oil price dip unlikely to help Thai drivers
Friday 8 May 2026 01:35 PM
BANGKOK: The latest dip in global crude prices has eased financial pressure on the Thai Oil Fuel Fund, shifting its role from subsidising diesel prices to collecting contributions from motorists, according to the Energy Policy Planning Office.
Community service proposed over jail for fine defaulters
Community service proposed over jail for fine defaulters
Friday 8 May 2026 09:30 AM
BANGKOK: The Bhumjaithai Party has submitted a proposal to amend the Criminal Code to allow offenders who cannot pay fines to perform community service instead of serving jail terms, in a bid to ease prison overcrowding.
Anutin vows to rein in misbehaving tourists
Anutin vows to rein in misbehaving tourists
Thursday 7 May 2026 04:15 PM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has vowed to tighten oversight of tourists’ behaviour after a series of incidents including foreigners having sex in public, warning they damage the country’s image.
No advisory role for Thaksin: Julapun
No advisory role for Thaksin: Julapun
Monday 4 May 2026 12:09 PM
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will not take any formal advisory role after his expected parole from prison, though he remains a key ideological influence within Pheu Thai, says leader Julapun Amornvivat.