Thai Supreme Court Orders Thaksin Shinawatra to Serve One-Year Prison Term

BANGKOK — Thailand’s Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday that former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra must serve a one-year prison sentence, declaring his extended hospitalization during detention unlawful and dealing a significant blow to the influential political family that has shaped the nation’s politics for decades. Thaksin Returns to Bangkok Ahead of Supreme Court Verdict In […]

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Heavy Flooding Paralyzes Samut Prakan and Pattaya, Teenager Electrocuted

SAMUT PRAKAN/PATTAYA — Widespread flooding triggered by torrential rains and high tides disrupted daily life in Samut Prakan and Pattaya on Sunday, submerging major roads, stranding vehicles, and claiming the life of a teenager who was electrocuted in floodwaters. Bangkok MRT Station Floods During Heavy Rain, Exposing Construction Flaw In Samut Prakan, key arteries including […]

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Thaksin Returns to Bangkok Ahead of Supreme Court Verdict

BANGKOK — Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra arrived in Bangkok on Tuesday afternoon after a closely watched journey from Singapore, just one day before the Supreme Court is set to rule on the legality of his six-month hospitalization during a prison sentence. Thaksin Diverts to Dubai but Vows Return for Supreme Court Verdict Thaksin’s private […]

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Anutin Unveils Key Cabinet Picks, Vows Professional and Unified Government

BANGKOK — Prime Minister-designate Anutin Charnvirakul introduced three high-profile appointees to his incoming Cabinet on Monday, promising a team of experienced professionals capable of addressing Thailand’s most pressing challenges without partisan discord. Anutin Charnvirakul Becomes Thailand’s 32nd Prime Minister The lineup includes Sihasak Phuangketkeow, former permanent secretary for foreign affairs, as foreign minister; Ekniti Nitithanprapas, […]

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Anutin Charnvirakul Becomes Thailand’s 32nd Prime Minister

BANGKOK — Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, was elected Thailand’s 32nd prime minister on Friday after securing a commanding majority in a parliamentary vote, ending weeks of political uncertainty and dealing a significant blow to the Shinawatra family’s longstanding dominance in Thai politics. Anutin Presses Ahead with Minority Coalition Despite House Dissolution Threat […]

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Free classes! ‘Earthquake’ Online Course from Chula to Raise Disaster Awareness and Safety

A professor from the Department of Geology, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University has organized an online course, “Earthquake, a Terrifying Wrath,” to monitor the powerful fault activities in Thailand, while pointing out that the clay layer of the Bangkok sedimentary basin absorbed and amplified the tremors and suggesting Cell Broadcast, a disaster alert, to reduce […]

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Nok Air prepares for take-off while CAAT reviews its safety plan

BANGKOK — Thailand’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAAT) is considering lifting the suspension of Nok Air’s international flights after the budget carrier submitted a detailed safety improvement plan to address longstanding operational concerns. The move signals a potential turnaround for the airline, grounded since August over safety violations. Nok Air Grounded from International Flights Amid Safety […]

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