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Siam Amazing Park rides ready for Nov 19 reopening
Numerous rides at Siam Amazing Park have undergone safety inspections after some components were severely damaged by flooding in September, as the popular Bangkok attraction prepares to reopen on Nov 19.
Panadda and husband remanded in custody
Panadda ”Boom” Wongphudee and her husband were remanded in custody on Saturday after making their first appearance at the Criminal Court to answer fraud and money-laundering charges arising from an investigation of the actress’s Goodness Foundation.
65% of all donations to foundation diverted, say police
Police investigators say that 527 million baht of the 815 million baht donated to the Goodness Foundation, chaired by actress Panadda “Boom” Wongphudee, was used for personal benefit, including credit card payments, luxury goods and mutual fund investments.
Panadda and husband appear in court
Police on Saturday took Panadda ”Boom” Wongphudee and her husband to the Criminal Court to seek their detention on fraud and money-laundering charges arising from an investigation of the actress’s Goodness Foundation.
Holy basil variety rights lawful, agriculture officials say
The Department of Agriculture has confirmed that CPRAM Co Ltd registered four holy basil varieties in full compliance with the law.
Thai prosecutors urge region-wide fight against online threats to children
Thai public prosecutors have urged their counterparts in Southeast Asian countries and China to jointly protect children from online threats.
People’s Party rift raises fears of split
The People’s Party (PP) has sought to downplay speculation about internal divisions after reports that firebrand MP Rukchanok Srinork rebuked Piyabutr Saengkanokkul, secretary-general of the Progressive Movement and co-founder of the now-dissolved Future Forward Party, for criticising the party’s political direction.
Bhumjaithai lawmakers question legality of committee vote
Bhumjaithai (BJT) Party MPs questioned the legitimacy of a House committee resolution to summon Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to explain matters relating to local government recruitment examinations.
SX festival spotlights climate
The SX Food Festival 2026 opened on Friday with a climate change message, featuring a massive 10-tonne iceberg at the heart of the venue to demonstrate the effects of melting ice.
Coins honour HM Queen's birthday
The Treasury Department has issued its first commemorative coins honouring Her Majesty the Queen, including just 1,000 gold coins.
SX2026 teaches sustainability
The Sustainability Expo 2026 (SX2026), an event to promote and create public awareness of sustainable development, features an SX Kids Zone that allows children to learn resilience and sustainability for the future.
Royal barges mark birthday
People gathered along the banks of the Chao Phraya River on Friday to watch the Royal Barge Procession and the royal kathin presentation ceremony, held to mark Her Majesty the Queen's 48th birthday.
Super El Niño effect could worsen PM2.5 next year
The Ministry of Public Health has warned that the "Super El Niño" phenomenon could worsen Thailand's PM2.5 air pollution situation next year, especially in 40 high-risk provinces, including Bangkok.
Anutin orders charity checks
The government is stepping up scrutiny of foundations nationwide after allegations that donations to the Goodness Foundation were misused, with the Interior Ministry ordering closer checks, particularly on those led by celebrities.
PP rift raises split fears
The People's Party (PP) has sought to downplay speculation about internal divisions after reports that firebrand MP Rukchanok Srinork rebuked Piyabutr Saengkanokkul, secretary-general of the Progressive Movement and co-founder of the now-dissolved Future Forward Party (FFP), for criticising the party's political direction.
Rally curbs set as convoy nears city
The Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) has banned public gatherings within 50 metres of Government House ahead of the arrival today in Bangkok of a southern-led protest group demanding government action on fuel prices and living costs.
Border areas to ramp up security steps
The Department of Provincial Administration (Dopa) has ordered stricter security measures along Thailand's borders nationwide, bringing together local officials, police and military personnel to combat drug smuggling, illegal goods and illegal entry.
Holy basil variety rights lawful, DoA says
The Department of Agriculture (DoA) confirmed that CPRAM Co Ltd registered four holy basil varieties in full compliance with the law.
473 protected mud turtles seized in shipment from Mexico
The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has seized 473 live and dead mud turtles, a protected species, smuggled into Thailand from Mexico in a shipment falsely declared as leather belts.
South braces for heavy rain
Heavy downpours are expected in Nakhon Si Thammarat and Songkhla on Sunday before expanding to almost all southern provinces along the Gulf of Thailand from Surat Thani.
Actress 'Boom' arrested; as husband surrenders to police
Police apprehended Panadda "Boom" Wongphudee at her house on Friday while her husband, Atip "Got" Anantawan, surrendered to authorities to fight serious charges, including public fraud and money laundry.
Actress ‘Boom’ arrested, apologises to public
Panadda "Boom" Wongphudee has sought to apologise to the public after being arrested at her house on Friday as her husband, Atip "Got" Anantawan, surrendered to authorities to fight serious charges, including public fraud and money laundering.
M6 to open over New Year holiday
The Transport Ministry will open the entire 196-kilometre Bang Pa-in–Nakhon Ratchasima motorway (M6) free of charge from Dec 25 to ease congestion during the New Year holiday, said Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn.
Amnesty warns Uyghur deportations risk lives
Amnesty International has urged Thailand to offer two Uyghur men sanctuary in a safe third country, warning that deporting them to China would endanger their lives and violate international law.
Expo organisers given a week to address complaints
The Agriculture and Cooperatives Ministry has given organisers of the Udon Thani International Horticultural Expo 2026 seven days to address visitor complaints about transport, ticketing and facilities following its opening on Nov 1.
US firms commit to Thailand
Automotive firms represented by the US-Asean Business Council (USABC) reaffirmed plans to maintain and expand investment in Thailand, retaining the country as a key global vehicle manufacturing and export base.
Anutin denies claim of 'blue takeover'
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has denied that his Bhumjaithai-led government is seeking to extend its influence over parliament, amid criticism of proposed changes to House regulations governing parliamentary committees.
Police bust mule account network
Police have arrested three alleged organisers of a network supplying corporate mule accounts to online scammers, bringing the number of suspects detained to 56.
PM seeks to boost global food hub status
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has pledged to strengthen Thailand's position as a major global food supplier, describing food security as an essential part of national security.
Protesters on way to hold rally
A group of protesters from the South demanding a 10-baht-per-litre cut in diesel prices and tougher action against drug trafficking began travelling to Bangkok on Thursday.
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