Sole Representatives Head to Saudi Arabia ACT Esports Club has etched its name in Thai esports history by earning the sole spot to represent Thailand at the Honor of Kings World Cup 2025 (KWC 2025) in Saudi Arabia, set for July 15-26, 2025. This prestigious event, offering the King of Saudi Arabia’s Trophy and a prize pool exceeding 100 million baht, marks a triumphant moment for the team after securing third place in the Philippines Kings League Season 1 2025. Stellar Performance in Philippines Playoff Victory Secures Global Stage The team showcased its prowess in the Honor of Kings Philippines…
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Query Raised Over Cash Origin Three opposition MPs from the People’s Party—Pukkamon Nunarnan, Rukchanok Srinork, and Phanida Mongkolsawat—have urged the Revenue Department to probe the source of 12 million baht found discarded by lawyer Taweewat Sengkaew, an adviser to the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission. The MPs submitted their request on Monday, June 9, 2025, questioning how the cash ended up in a garbage area at his Muang Thong Thani condo in Nonthaburi, sparking widespread concern. Discovery Sparks Suspicion Resident Finds Cash in Plastic Box The incident unfolded when a resident, intending to reuse a discarded plastic box on the…
Emergency Response at Secondary School Nineteen students from a secondary school in Prachin Buri province fell ill with acute diarrhoea and vomiting on Monday afternoon, June 9, 2025, after consuming the day’s school lunch. Emergency services at Chao Phraya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital received an urgent call around 2:30 p.m., triggering a rapid response to address the sudden health crisis among the students. Medical Teams Swing into Action Treatment Across Local Hospitals A medical team dispatched to the school found numerous students suffering from dizziness, nausea, and severe diarrhoea, leading to the immediate transfer of twelve to Chao Phraya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital and…
Governor’s Term Ends September 30 Thailand’s central bank is on the cusp of a significant leadership change as Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput’s term concludes on September 30, 2025, amid rising economic instability. With global turbulence, domestic fiscal strains, and demands for policy adjustments, the hunt for a new leader has become a focal point in the nation’s financial landscape, drawing intense scrutiny from stakeholders. Selection Process Gains Momentum Sathit Limpongpan Leads Committee Former finance minister Sathit Limpongpan now heads the selection committee tasked with finding Sethaput’s successor, a role requiring a delicate balance of managing inflation, boosting economic recovery, and fortifying…
1.2 Billion Baht Deficit Prompts Response The Ministry of Public Health is stepping up to resolve a severe financial crisis at Khon Kaen Hospital, where losses have soared past 1.2 billion baht. Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin, after visiting the northeastern province hospital on Saturday, June 7, 2025, announced plans to secure an emergency 300-million-baht loan from the National Health Security Office to stabilize operations amid growing concerns. Assessment and Immediate Support Minister Oversees Recovery Efforts During his visit, Somsak led a meeting with Inspector-General for Health Region 7, Dr. Ekachai Piansriwatchara, and hospital director Dr. Surasit Chitpitaklert to evaluate…
Hun Sen Praises Troop Adjustments Thailand and Cambodia have successfully averted a large-scale border clash by pulling troops back from the disputed Chong Bok area, according to former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen, now senate president. On Sunday, June 9, 2025, he described the military repositioning as a strategic adjustment to ease tensions, a move highlighted by the Khmer Times, fostering hope for stability along the Ubon Ratchathani frontier. Troops Return to 2024 Positions Trenches Filled to Reduce Tension Both nations’ forces retreated to their 2024 positions in the Nam Yuen district on Sunday evening, with Cambodian troops agreeing to…
Timing Critical with Election Two Years Away Thailand anticipates its first cabinet reshuffle since Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s government took office 10 months ago, with just two years until the next general election in 2025. This shakeup, expected soon, comes amid growing speculation, though concerns arise as it appears driven by political motives rather than a push for enhanced public service efficiency. Coalition Strains Fuel Change Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai Clash The impending reshuffle stems from friction within the ruling coalition, particularly between the dominant Pheu Thai Party and its key ally, Bhumjaithai Party. Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, a guiding force…
Buyers Abandon Purchases Amid Trade Shifts The Thai housing sector faces a significant downturn, with Supalai, a leading SET-listed developer, reporting that U.S. tariffs under President Donald Trump have hit harder than the recent earthquake. Tritecha Tangmatitham, the company’s managing director, noted that export-related business owners are canceling home transfers, often forfeiting deposits, a stark contrast to the temporary delays caused by the March 28 seismic event, reshaping Bangkok’s real estate landscape in 2025. Tariff Effects Prompt Immediate Cancellations No Negotiations as Buyers Walk Away Unlike the earthquake, which saw only about 10% of the initial 50% of callers follow…
Inspection Highlights Progress Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra visited Kanchanaburi province on Monday, June 9, 2025, to review groundbreaking groundwater development efforts. Her first stop was the Royal Initiative Project at Ban Pak Chat Nong Bua in Lao Khwan district’s tambon Nong Fai, where she assessed ongoing work with the Department of Groundwater Resources, focusing on innovative tools and techniques shaping the region’s water future. Ensuring Water Quality Standards Tasting Confirms Safety for Residents During the visit, Paetongtarn closely examined the water purification process, prioritizing groundwater quality checks before distribution to locals. She sampled the treated water, confirming its purity rivaled…
Seven-Day Limit Imposed on Travelers Cambodia has reduced visa durations for Thai visitors to seven days, prompting Thailand to mirror the policy starting June 9, 2025, according to the Foreign Ministry. For Thais entering Cambodia by land, the stay has dropped from 14 days for passport holders and 15 days for border pass holders, signaling a sharp escalation in diplomatic tensions between the two nations. Thailand Matches Cambodia’s Move Adjusted Stays for Cambodian Visitors In response, Thailand has shortened Cambodian visitors’ land entry stays to seven days, down from 60 days for passport holders and 15 days for border pass…