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Throwing a Punch in the Corner – Opposition Tests President Sophon's Resolve
The NACC faces a credibility crisis after dismissing a shareholding case against Sakdi Sayam Chidchob, with the opposition accusing the agency of contradicting a Constitutional Court ruling and requesting a Supreme Court investigation into
Public Health Ministry Urges Vendors to Stop Using Newspaper as Food Wrapping—Consumers Risk Exposure to Lead and Printing Dyes
Thailand's Public Health Ministry is warning food vendors to stop wrapping food in newspaper, which can transfer lead, heavy metals, and printing dyes—especially when in contact with hot or fatty foods.
Tragic: 6-Year-Old Girl Drowns in Pool After Ignoring Older Siblings' Warnings
A 6-year-old girl drowned in a public pool in Nong Khai Province on April 26 after ignoring her older brothers' warnings not to re-enter the water.
AECF Participates in OECD Agricultural Policy Forum, Presents Climate Change Response Strategy
Thailand's Agricultural Economics Office presented the country's climate change response strategy at an OECD agricultural policy forum in Indonesia, advancing Bangkok's bid for OECD membership with a technical assessment scheduled for 2026.
Thai Dragon Boats Secure 2 More Silver Medals to Close Out Asian Beach Games Campaign
Thai dragon boat teams claimed two silver medals in 400-meter races at the Asian Beach Games in Sanya, China, finishing their campaign with one gold, four silver, and one bronze across six events.
Young Monk From Buriram Breaks Vows After 10 Days, Craves Methamphetamine and Shoots Five Rounds Before Arrest
An 18-year-old disrobed monk in Buriram broke his vows after just ten days, unable to resist methamphetamine cravings, and fired five shots before police arrested him during a drug operation that netted over 12,000 tablets.
Brand New Car Flips Over on Slight Hill Just Hours After Leaving Showroom, Badly Damaged
A brand-new sedan flipped on a slight hill just hours after leaving the showroom on April 26, with the driver traveling at only 40 km/h. The incident sparked debate over whether the vehicle's lane-keeping system malfunctioned.
Hot Trend! Couples Are Getting Ring Tattoos Instead of Wedding Bands—Cheaper and No Risk of Loss
Couples are ditching expensive wedding bands for finger ring tattoos, a trend gaining traction among younger generations seeking a cheaper, permanent symbol of commitment that won't get lost.
BMW crashes into KFC, injuring 12 people
A BMW crashed into a KFC restaurant inside a Bangkok petrol station on April 25, injuring 12 people including the driver, customers, and staff, with police investigating whether the driver lost control while attempting to overtake another v
Groomer Stumped: Customer Brings Mysterious Animal for Bath, Asks What Breed It Is
A pet groomer was stumped when a customer brought in an unidentified animal for bathing; online sleuths and experts eventually confirmed it was a protected raccoon dog pup that needed wildlife rescue care.
Drug-Crazed Man Crashes Motorcycle, Opens Fire on Vehicles; Woman Shot Dead, Seven Cars Damaged
A drug-affected man on a motorcycle opened fire on vehicles along a canal road in Ayutthaya on April 26, killing a 44-year-old woman and damaging seven vehicles before police arrested him.
KTC Identifies 5 New Financial Trends: Thais Care More About Leftover Money Than Income
Krung Thai Card identifies a shift in Thai consumer behavior, with people prioritizing "leftover money" over income as they manage high household debt through purposeful spending on health and long-term value rather than just getting by.