Thailand tightens inspections of illegal migrant workers and workplaces
Undocumented foreign workers face fines of THB5,000–50,000, deportation, and a two-year ban on applying for a work permit. Employers hiring illegal workers are subject to fines…
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Thai former PM Thaksin eligible for parole in May, says Corrections Department official
The official, who requested anonymity, clarified that while Mr Thaksin has not served enough time for his inmate classification to be upgraded from middle to excellent level,…
Fear, suspicion, and destroyed scam compounds at Cambodian border town weeks after Thai air strikes
Intense shelling in O'Smach, Cambodia, near the Thai border, displaced residents after strikes allegedly targeting scam compounds owned by Ly Yong Phat.
PM Anutin laments two crane collapses in two days, says only Thailand has seen such incidents
The same contractor is responsible for both accidents. PM Anutin urges decisive action to avoid future incidents.
Thai anti-corruption commission reveals ex-PM Paetongtarn and family’s assets at THB11.32 billion after PM exit
This represents a decrease of over THB2.67 billion compared to her initial declaration upon taking office in early 2025, primarily due to changes in investment values.
Severe PM2.5 pollution hits Bangkok, with air quality in critical zones worsening
The situation has significantly worsened in areas such as Bang Rak, Pathum Wan, and Sathorn, with Bangkok’s average PM2.5 level reaching 58.1 micrograms per cubic meter, which…
Thailand train crash: Authorities rush to clear wreckage as death toll rises to 31
As of 4:45 PM, Wednesday, rescue teams confirmed two additional bodies, bringing the death toll to 31, while three individuals remain unaccounted for. Authorities continue their…
US to suspend immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, Bangladesh included
The memo directs US embassies to refuse visas under existing law while the department reassesses its procedures. No time frame was provided.
Thai PM Anutin urges tighter security ahead of February 8 election after deep south blasts
This directive was issued in response to bomb attacks on 11 petrol stations in Thailand's southern border provinces on January 10. He has also instructed relevant agencies to…
Six Burmese men who beat three Thai men apologise
Thai police have ruled that the incident was a fight and have decided to pay the Myanmar nationals who were beaten up 10,000 baht for their losses.