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Police accelerate probe into financial transactions of Panadda’s foundation, say case nearly complete
The economic crime police were stepping up their investigation into the financial transactions and operations of the Goodness Foundation, chaired by former Miss Thailand Panadda “Boom” Wongphudee, saying investigators have nearly pieced together the case but remain unconvinced by claims that she was deceived by her husband.
Panadda foundation probe nearly complete, police say
Police were stepping up their investigation into the financial transactions and operations of the Goodness Foundation, chaired by former Miss Thailand Panadda “Boom” Wongphudee, saying investigators have nearly pieced together the case but remain unconvinced by claims that she was deceived by her husband.
House panel rules spark backlash
Opposition parties on Tuesday criticised new rules governing parliamentary committee operations, warning they could weaken the legislature's scrutiny of the government.
Lantern risks curb flights
Chiang Mai airport has reported 108 cancelled flights and 80 schedule changes ahead of the Yi Peng and Loy Krathong festivals, as restrictions on lantern releases are expected to disrupt air traffic Nov 21-28.
Upper NE targeted in 5 areas
The government is accelerating development across the upper northeastern provinces, focusing on agriculture, border trade, transport infrastructure, tourism and drug suppression to boost regional economies.
MP seeks Uyghur safeguards
People's Party lawmaker warns returning two men to China would violate anti-torture law.
Opposition MP warns against deporting two Uyghur detainees to China
People’s Party MP Sasinan Thamnithinan has warned that returning two Uyghur detainees to China would violate Thailand’s anti-torture law.
PM warns over food security
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered government agencies to prepare for potential cyberattacks targeting food storage and supply systems.
Film icon Metta dies aged 83
Veteran Thai actress Metta Rungrat, 83, was found dead at her home in Bangkok on Tuesday afternoon, with a gunshot wound to her right temple.
Pegasus alerts hit opposition
Two opposition party leaders said yesterday they had received mobile phone messages warning their devices were targeted by cyberattacks, questioning whether this was linked to next month's no-confidence debate.
Pheu Thai sticking with govt
Pheu Thai Party leader Julapun Amornvivat has pledged that his party will remain united in supporting the government during the upcoming no-confidence debate, citing coalition discipline and confidence in the cabinet's ability to defend its record.
Thailand presses Myanmar on stray shells
Thailand has formally raised concerns with Myanmar's military government over cross-border fighting, warning that stray artillery shells and possible air strikes could threaten communities on the Thai side of the border.
79 test above safe arsenic limits in NE
Seventy-nine people in seven northern and northeastern provinces have been found with arsenic levels exceeding safety standards, including along the Mekong River basin, People's Party MP for Chiang Mai Phattarapong Leelaphat said yesterday.
79 test above safe arsenic limits in northeastern Thailand
Seventy-nine people in seven northern and northeastern provinces have been found with arsenic levels exceeding safety standards, including along the Mekong River basin, People's Party MP for Chiang Mai Phattarapong Leelaphat said on Tuesday.
Precursors eyed with allies
The Royal Thai Police joined Interpol and three Asean countries -- Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines -- in an operation targeting cross-border chemical smuggling networks used to supply precursor substances for narcotics and explosives production.
Suvarnabhumi taxiway under repair after Emirates jet gets stuck
Suvarnabhumi airport is expediting repairs to a taxiway after an Emirates Airbus A380 became immobilised on Monday night. The incident happened less than a week after the landing gear of a China Airlines plane got stuck on a runway at Thailand’s largest airport.
Late start for cold season expected
The Meteorological Department expects the cold season in Thailand to start later than usual this year due to the strong El Nino weather phenomenon.
Cabinet approves B45 cap on Bangkok train fares
The cabinet on Tuesday approved a Transport Ministry proposal to cap Bangkok electric train fares at 45 baht on all lines, to ease the strain on commuters' wallets as the cost of living soars.
Khon Kaen Geopark passes Unesco review
Khon Kaen Geopark has successfully passed a Unesco review process is on track to become Thailand’s third Unesco global geopark, pending final approval in April next year, according to Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin.
Chiang Mai temple chedi collapses
The top of a chedi crumbled and fell to the ground at Wat Mai Nong Hoi in Doi Lo district, Chiang Mai, on Tuesday morning, raising concerns over the stability of nearby structures.
Phuket launches new bus line from airport to Rawai beach
PHUKET - A new bus route has been added on the resort island to serve commuters and travellers between the airport and Rawai beach.
Activists’ acquittals in criminal defamation case hailed
The United Nations human rights body has welcomed a Thai Court of Appeal decision upholding the acquittal of three human rights activists in a long-running criminal defamation case brought by the Thammakaset poultry company.
Ex-beauty queen faces public fraud, money-laundering, computer crime probe
Police are investigating allegations of public fraud, money laundering and computer crime involving former Miss Thailand Panadda "Boom" Wongphudee, following a scandal over millions of baht spent by her Goodness Foundation. She appeared to place the blame on her husband.
Ex-beauty queen faces fraud, money-laundering, computer crime probe
Police are investigating allegations of public fraud, money laundering and computer crime involving former Miss Thailand Panadda "Boom" Wongphudee, following a scandal over millions of baht spent by her Goodness Foundation. She appeared to place the blame on her husband.
University student 'saved' after B400K digital arrest scam
Police forced their way into a university student's room to warn her she was online to a scammer who had already cheated her out of 400,000 baht.
Father fires gun at school, angry his child still unable to read
NAKHON RATCHASIMA - Students and parents fled in panic as an angry father went on a rampage at their school, firing gunshots into the air after complaining that his child could still not read or do basic maths.
Solar scheme promises savings, but at what cost?
The government's Solar for the People scheme offers households subsidies of up to 50,000 baht to install solar power systems, but consumers should weigh installation costs, eligibility requirements and potential savings before signing up.
Graft claims cast doubt on solar scheme
The People's Party has called for an investigation into alleged irregularities in the government's 50-billion-baht household solar scheme, including suspected collusion among contractors and alleged kickbacks of 30,000 baht per installation.
Cabinet to weigh B78.5bn development plan for Isan
The mobile cabinet meeting in Udon Thani on Tuesday will consider 170 development projects worth more than 78.5 billion baht, covering agriculture, border trade, tourism and drug suppression across five northeastern provinces.
Amnesty clause may aid Thaksin's bid for B46bn
A clause in the new amnesty law could give former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra a route to challenge convictions and seek the return of 46 billion baht in seized assets, a political scientist has warned.
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