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Research Reveals Lead Contamination in Diseased Catfish from Chiang Khan
Diseased catfish from the Mekong River in Chiang Khan, Loei Province show lead levels slightly above safety standards, though healthy fish remain safe to eat when properly cooked. Researchers from Naresuan University recommend avoiding visi
Young Man Steals 19-Baht Gold Ring, Sells It to Win Over Woman and Break Up Her Relationship—Owner Recognizes the Design
A 29-year-old factory worker stole 19 baht of gold and sold it to pay a woman to leave her boyfriend and date him instead, but was caught when the factory owner recognized the distinctive ring on his girlfriend.
Libong Island Coral Bleaching Reaches 80% as Seawater Temperatures Soar; Fears of Crisis Similar to 2010
Coral bleaching has affected 80% of reefs around Libong Island in Trang Province as seawater temperatures soar, with tourism operators warning of a potential crisis worse than the 2010 event if conditions don't improve within weeks.
Kanchanaburi FC Chairman: Announcement on Former Vietnamese National Team Coach Phan Hang Sao Within 2-3 Days
Kanchanaburi FC has concluded negotiations with Vietnamese national team coach Phan Hang Sao following their relegation to Thailand's second division, with an official announcement expected within 2-3 days.
Defense Minister Urges Calm Over Military Weapons in Hands of Cambodian Gaming Boss; Investigation Underway on How They Went Missing
Defense Minister Gen. Adulyadej Boontherm urged calm over military weapons found in the possession of Cambodian gaming boss Ming Cheng Sun, while pledging a personal investigation into how the firearms went missing from military inventory.
Residents in Two Provinces Fear Mysterious Crocodile Spotted in Canal, Urge Swift Capture
A mysterious crocodile spotted in Hok Klong canal near Chachoengsao and Nakhon Nayok provinces has alarmed residents, prompting officials from both provinces to coordinate a nighttime search using video evidence captured by a local mosque i
Phuket tightens patrols after foreign tourists spear parrotfish
Phuket authorities increased patrols at Kata Beach after social media videos showed foreign tourists illegally spearfishing protected parrotfish in a marine conservation area on May 9. The incident prompted officials to pledge additional wa
Khao Khiao Open Zoo Director Receives National 'Silver Conch' Public Relations Award
Khao Khiao Open Zoo director Narongvit Chadchoy received Thailand's prestigious Silver Conch award for organizational excellence in public relations and communications. The national honor recognizes the zoo's conservation efforts and global
Community Networks Storm Government Office to Oppose Land Bridge and Southern Economic Corridor Bill, Fearing Loss of Regional Resources to Foreign Interests
About 100 southern Thai activists stormed Krabi Provincial Hall to oppose the Southern Economic Corridor Act and Land Bridge project, fearing foreign control of regional resources and demanding the government halt both initiatives.
Thai Military Constructs Reinforced Border Fence Along Thailand-Cambodia Border at Kilometer Markers 52-54 in Chanthaburi
Thai military is constructing a reinforced border fence spanning 1,310 meters at the Thailand-Cambodia border in Chanthaburi's Pong Nam Ron District to strengthen security, with completion targeted within 45 days.
Foreign tourists filmed fighting on Patong street
A street fight involving multiple foreign tourists was filmed on a Patong road in Phuket, renewing concerns about violence in the popular nightlife district and prompting calls for stricter law enforcement.
Panomdongruek residents celebrate rising cassava prices after border checkpoint closure blocks Cambodian imports
Cassava farmers in Surin's border region are celebrating doubled prices after Thailand closed its checkpoint with Cambodia, blocking cheaper imports and allowing local producers to profit as they prepare for the next planting season.