Author: Wadi
New Low-Cost Packages Approved Boosting Consumer Access On July 18, 2025, Thailand’s National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) approved a proposal allowing mobile operators to introduce call packages priced below 240 baht per month. This move aims to make mobile services more affordable, addressing the current market average of 240 baht for basic plans. The decision marks a significant step toward enhancing accessibility for consumers across Thailand’s urban and rural areas. Simplified Service Offerings Voice and Internet Focus The NBTC’s proposal specifies that these budget-friendly packages will include only voice calls and internet services, excluding SMS and MMS to keep…
Severe Weather Forecast Tropical Storm Approaches Thailand is on high alert as a tropical storm intensifying in the Pacific Ocean threatens to bring heavy rain and strong winds from July 19 to July 24, 2025. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued warnings for northern and northeastern provinces, predicting severe weather conditions. Residents are urged to brace for potential disruptions as the storm’s path could significantly impact the kingdom. Storm’s Path and Intensity Moving Through South China Sea Originating in the eastern Pacific, the storm is expected to strengthen as it crosses the northern Philippines and enters the South China…
Doctor’s Testimony Raises Doubts Thaksin’s Condition Not Critical On July 18, 2025, a doctor from the Police General Hospital testified in court that former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra could have been transferred back to the Corrections Department hospital shortly after his initial treatment in August 2023. Pol Col Dr. Chana Jongchokdee, who examined Thaksin upon his admission, told the Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases that the former leader’s condition stabilized quickly, casting doubt on the necessity of his extended hospital stay. Allegations of Preferential Treatment Court Probes Sentence Compliance The court is investigating whether Thaksin’s one-year prison…
New Tax Policy Under Consideration Boosting Local EV Production Thailand’s Ministry of Finance is exploring a plan to increase excise taxes on imported electric vehicles (EVs) with low local content, aiming to strengthen the domestic automotive industry. The policy, still in development, targets vehicles like electric pickup trucks, which are seen as a growth area for Thailand’s EV sector. By prioritizing locally sourced components, the government seeks to create a competitive edge for manufacturers investing in Thailand’s burgeoning EV ecosystem. Addressing Import Tariff Disparities Impact of Free Trade Agreements The proposed tax hike focuses on EVs imported from countries like…
Online Dispute Goes Viral Customer Blocked Over Out-of-Stock Item A major sports brand’s Shopee store sparked controversy on July 7, 2025, after blocking a customer during a dispute over an out-of-stock item ordered during the 7.7 promotion. The incident, shared widely on the Running Reviewer Facebook page, has ignited online debate about e-commerce customer service practices. The customer’s refusal to cancel the order led to their account being blocked, raising questions about fairness and transparency in online retail. Details of the Incident Order Cancellation Sparks Tension The customer completed payment for an item during the promotional event, only to be…
Incident Disrupts Bangkok Rail Service Spray-Painting Causes Delays On July 13, 2025, a foreign tourist was arrested in Bangkok for spray-painting a southbound express train, damaging state property and causing significant travel disruptions. The vandalism targeted the locomotive and several carriages of the Bangkok-Sungai Kolok train No. 171, operated by the State Railway of Thailand (SRT). The incident, which occurred under a railway bridge on Kanchanaphisek Road in Taling Chan district, has sparked outrage and calls for stricter enforcement against such acts. Swift Police Response Suspect Caught at the Scene Station staff promptly notified local authorities after spotting the vandalism,…
Incident at Ta Muen Thom Dispute Disrupts Historic Site On July 15, 2025, a confrontation involving a Cambodian visitor and Thai soldiers erupted at the Ta Muen Thom temple ruins in Surin’s Phanom Dong Rak district, a contested border area. The 2nd Army reported that the visitor’s heated argument with Thai troops alarmed other tourists, prompting swift intervention. The incident underscores ongoing tensions over the historic site, one of four border areas claimed by both Thailand and Cambodia. Swift Military Response Joint Effort Restores Calm Thai and Cambodian soldiers quickly stepped in to de-escalate the situation, ensuring no violence occurred.…
Violent Incident Shocks Community Suspect Attacks Boy and Aunt On July 14, 2025, a 35-year-old man was arrested in Chiang Mai for brutally kicking a 7-year-old autistic boy to the ground and assaulting the boy’s 25-year-old aunt when she intervened. The unprovoked attack occurred outside a department store in Bo Sang, Ton Pao subdistrict, San Kamphaeng district, leaving the local community in disbelief. The suspect’s actions have sparked outrage and raised concerns about public safety in the northern province. Early Morning Assault Incident Caught on CCTV The assault took place at 4:15 a.m. on Monday, captured by CCTV footage that…
Raids Target Kok An’s Family Seven Locations Searched On July 15, 2025, Thai Cyber Crime Police conducted raids across seven locations in Bangkok and Sa Kaeo, targeting the children of Cambodian casino owner Kok An, a suspected financier of a transnational scam network. The operation, led by Pol Gen Thatchai Peetaneelabut of the Action Taskforce for Information Technology Crime Suppression, aimed to apprehend Kok An’s daughters, Juree Khlongkijjakol and Phu Chelin, and son, Kittisak, who face arrest warrants for their alleged roles in the illicit operations. Evidence of Transnational Crime Criminal Court Approves Warrants The Criminal Court issued search warrants…
Postponement Sparks Speculation Late Paperwork Causes Delay Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira announced on July 15, 2025, that the nomination for the next Bank of Thailand (BoT) governor was not discussed at the weekly cabinet meeting due to delayed paperwork. He dismissed concerns about last-minute issues, assuring that the candidate would be proposed at the next meeting on July 22. The delay, attributed to a busy schedule and late submission to the cabinet secretary, has heightened anticipation for this critical appointment. Leading Candidate Emerges Vitai Ratanakorn in Focus Reports indicate that Pichai is likely to nominate Vitai Ratanakorn, president of the…