Former PM Thaksin Diagnosed with Neck Bone Deterioration in Bangkok Prison

BANGKOK — Convicted former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is suffering from cervical spondylosis, a degenerative neck condition, at Klongprem Central Prison, the Department of Corrections confirmed on Sunday. A medical specialist is scheduled to examine the 76-year-old on Monday after initial treatment was delayed due to unavailable expertise. Thaksin Shinawatra Transferred to Maximum-Security Prison to […]

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Major Cyberattack Disrupts Flights Across European Airports

BRUSSELS/BERLIN/LONDON — A large-scale cyberattack targeting check-in and boarding systems caused widespread delays and cancellations at airports across the United Kingdom, Germany, and Belgium on Saturday. Key hubs including London Heathrow, Brussels Airport, and Berlin-Brandenburg Airport were severely affected, forcing staff to process passengers manually and leading to chaotic scenes. Bangkok Airways Uncovers Cyber-attack on […]

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Thai Military Chiefs Vote to Indefinitely Close Cambodia Border

BANGKOK — Thailand’s military commanders have unanimously agreed to indefinitely close all border checkpoints with Cambodia and erect extensive fencing along the disputed frontier, citing national security threats following recent deadly clashes. The decision was reached during a high-level meeting at the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters attended by both serving and newly appointed military […]

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His Majesty The King Endorses Anutin’s Cabinet, Paving Way for New Government

BANGKOK — His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn has formally endorsed Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s cabinet, as published in the Royal Gazette on Thursday. The announcement confirms key ministerial appointments, including Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn as Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister, Ekniti Nitithanprapas as Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, and General Natthapon Nakpanich as Defense Minister. […]

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Thailand to Increase Air Travel Fees by October 2025 to Fund Security Upgrades

BANGKOK — The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has announced plans to raise international passenger fees from 15 to 25 baht and introduce new charges for landing, cargo, and aviation fuel by October 2025. The move aims to address rising security costs and infrastructure needs while keeping Thailand’s fees competitive with regional counterparts. Airports […]

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Thailand Imposes 10,000-Baht Fine for After-Hours Pub Drinking

BANGKOK — Thailand’s Department of Provincial Administration announced on Wednesday that customers caught drinking in pubs after legal operating hours will face fines of up to 10,000 baht starting November 8. The measure, introduced through an amendment to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, aims to strengthen enforcement of the country’s alcohol sales restrictions. Thailand Lifts […]

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