Urgent Alert Issued for PM 2.5 Pollution in 20 Provinces
PRESS RELEASE:
The Pollution Control Department (PCD) has issued an urgent warning regarding the hazardous levels of PM 2.5 particulate matter in the air, impacting 20 provinces across Thailand.
The alert calls for immediate action to...
Transgender Gold Robber Arrested in Songkhla
Songkhla —
A transgender person was arrested in Songkhla on Thursday after robbing a gold shop in the Sadao district at a department store.
The robbery took place on January 4th, 2024, at the Yaowarat...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Permanently Waiving Visa With China, and More
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from the last week, Monday, January 1st, to Sunday, January 7th, 2024.
They are not in any particular...
Dump Truck Causes Footbridge Collapse in Ang Thong
Ang Thong —
A dump truck caused the collapse of an entire pedestrian bridge in the Ang Thong province on Sunday when its body, which went up by accident, collided with the structure.
The accident occurred...
Thai Health Minister Proposes Marijuana Bill Focusing Only on Medical Use
National—
On January 6th, 2024, Dr. Cholnan Srikaew, the Thai Minister of Public Health, forwarded a Marijuana Bill for Cabinet consideration, emphasizing its focus on medicinal use only.
The implementation of measures was to prevent misuse,...
Controversy over Thaksin Still in a Hospital Versus a Thai Prison Continues
National—
On January 3rd, 2024, Mr. Somchai Srisutthiyakorn, a former election commissioner, posted on Facebook regarding Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra's case about receiving medical treatment at the Police General Hospital and alleged indiscriminate treatment for prisoners.
The...
Thai National Parks’ Revenue and Visitor Numbers Revealed: Phi Phi Island Tops Earnings
National—
On January 4th, 2024, the Thai Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation publicly revealed statistics on the top 10 Thai national parks with the most revenue and most visited in 2023 from...
Almost 500 Minors Found Partying During Night Club Raid in Pathum Thani
Pathum Thani—
At 12:30 AM, on January 7th, 2024, Mr. Ronarong Thipsiri, the Inspector General of the Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA), Khlong Luang police, and relevant agencies raided an entertainment venue called HEAVEN Rangsit...
Update: Step-parents Face Charges for Concealing Deceased Toddler in Refrigerator in Nonthaburi
Nonthaburi—
At 3:00 PM, on January 6th, 2024, the stepparents of a two-year-old toddler, who was found inside a refrigerator in Bang Bua Thong, Nonthaburi, visited Bang Bua Thong police station to give their testimony.
Mr....
Nonthaburi Tragic Discovery: Toddler Found Dead in Refrigerator, Incident Under Investigation
Nonthaburi—
At 8:30 AM, on January 6th, 2024, Bang Bua Thong police officers received a report that a toddler was found dead inside a refrigerator at a house on Rattanathibet Road, Bang Bua Thong, Nonthaburi.
Forensic...
