Loei Battles Wildfires and PM2.5: 33 People Arrested, Fined 500 Baht for Illegal Burning
LOEI, February 4th, 2025 – Firefighters and local volunteers in Loei battled a wildfire in Phu Huai Nangiew, Phu Hin Ngon, and Phu Ya Tha for over 30 hours before finally bringing it under...
Thai Labor Ministry to Crack Down on Illegal Migrant Workers
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The Thai Ministry of Labor has reaffirmed that employers must submit lists of Cambodian and Myanmar workers under the MOU system by February 13th, 2025, with no deadline extensions.
Workers registered by this date...
Thailand Cracks Down on Mule Accounts with New Mobile Banking Rules, Thousands of Foreigners...
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On February 1st, 2025, Deputy Government Spokesperson Karom Polpornklang announced that the government is stepping up security by “Cleaning Mobile Banking” for mobile banking to curb mule accounts used in financial crimes.
Under the...
Rotary Club Global Pattaya Holding Informative Event in March About Action Group Against Slavery
Coming Soon: Rotary Club Global Pattaya event on March 11th at Pattaya Hilton Hotel
With this upcoming event, the Rotary Club of Global Pattaya is drawing attention to a Rotary activity that is unknown to...
Bangkoks Free Transit Push Drives Record Rail Ridership Amid PM2.5 Concerns
Bangkok —
On January 28th, 2025, the Department of Rail Transport (DRT) announced record-breaking ridership on Bangkok's rail systems following a free transit initiative from January 25th to 31st, aimed at reducing PM2.5 air pollution.
Total...
Thai Government to Fund over 145 Million Baht for Transgender Hormone Therapy
Bangkok-
The Thai government has announced a recent initiative by Thailand's Public Health Ministry to allocate 145.63 million baht for transgender hormone therapy. Here's a detailed breakdown:
Thailand's Public Health Ministry has recently announced setting aside...
PM 2.5: Thailand Pushes For Greater ASEAN Collaboration and Stricter Emission Controls
National —
On January 25th, 2025, Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra emphasized that addressing PM2.5 pollution is not just a national priority but a regional ASEAN issue.
Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa has engaged with ASEAN nations...
NIDA Poll: Most Thais Oppose Casinos and Online Gambling Legalization
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On January 26th, 2025, the NIDA Poll revealed public sentiment regarding integrated entertainment complexes, including casinos.
The survey, reportedly conducted from January 20th and 21st, 2025, sampled 1,310 participants aged 18 and older from...
Thai Public Urged to Adopt Cleaner Practices to Combat PM2.5 During Chinese New Year
National —
On January 24th, 2025, Dr. Thanin Wechapinan, the Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, warned that children are particularly vulnerable to PM2.5 air pollution due to their weaker immune systems and...
Thailand Weather Forecast: Cold Front Brings Temperature Drop and Heavy Rain from January 26th-28th
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The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a weather forecast for January 26th-28th, 2025, predicting a cold front from China to affect northern and central Thailand, including Bangkok and surrounding areas. The high-pressure system...