Thai Celebrity Police Doctor Arrested for Date Rape Drug Operation
A prominent Thai celebrity who worked as both a doctor and police officer has been arrested for illegally trafficking date rape drugs, authorities announced Wednesday.
Thai-Cambodia Border Tensions De-escalate After High-Level Negotiations
Thailand and Cambodia have successfully reduced border tensions through coordinated diplomatic and military efforts, with both governments announcing significant progress in resolving the Chong Bok territorial dispute.
Sai River Pollution Sparks Mine Shutdown Calls in Chiang Rai
Besides the Kok River, which faces pollution problems from mining in Myanmar requiring international cooperation to resolve, the Sai River - another major waterway - is now becoming an issue with heavy metal
Thailand Urges Talks with Myanmar, China Over Kok River Arsenic Pollution
Thailand is facing a deepening environmental crisis after reports of arsenic contamination in the Kok River surfaced in March following complaints from local communities in Chiang Rai province.
Thailand Balances International Education Growth with Immigration Control
After authorities discovered that some foreigners who have violated Thai laws have used student status as an excuse to stay in the country long-term and work illegally, the Thai government is moving to close this loophole by enforcing stricter controls over short-term education programs.
Phuket Doctor Celebrates as Swiss Man Sentenced to Prison for Kicking Her
A Thai female doctor who filed charges against a foreign man for kicking her to chase her away from public stairs in front of his luxury villa in Phuket last year has expressed her joy and relief after the Appeals Court sentenced David
Thailand Targets Nominee Businesses Causing $468M in Damages
Thailand has accelerated efforts to combat nominee businesses that have caused economic damages of $468 million, while authorities have also pursued nearly 40,000 cases of illegal online products
17 Warrants Issued in Bangkok Fatal Building Collapse Case
Thai Police have issued arrest warrants for 17 individuals in connection with the collapse of the State Audit Office (SAO) building in Bangkok, including prominent business figure Premchai Karnasuta, Chairman of Italian-Thai Development.
Luxury Redesign Under Scrutiny in Fatal Bangkok Building Collapse
A construction expert provided information to the special investigation team and expressed concerns. He pointed out contract revision number 4 of 9 total changes that included changes to the elevator shaft and executive corridor.
What Pet Owners Need to Know About New Bangkok Rules
Bangkok Metropolitan Administration reassured residents that the upcoming Animal Control Ordinance, effective January 10, 2026, will not force current pet owners to give up their animals despite new limits on the number of pets per household.
