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National NewsPolice raided a home workshop in San Sai, seizing high-powered air rifles. A man sold guns on Facebook for over 10 years using parts from Lazada.
National News · PoliticsNew rules require digital tracking for temple donations in Thailand after high-profile embezzlement case. Know how these reforms affect your charitable giving.
National News · HealthPolice in Chiang Rai shut down a shop selling flavored kratom to students. Learn about the strict penalties and health risks of this teen drug trend.
National News · EconomyThailand’s PDP 2026 aims for 65% clean energy by 2050, Direct PPA expansion for industry, and worker retraining. Learn how it impacts Thai households and businesses.
Economy · National NewsMajor automakers pause output as floods sever Thai logistics. Over 1 billion baht losses and new government loans aim to support 4,000 affected SMEs.
National News · TechThai cyber police arrested two administrators in Chiang Rai, busting a 420 million baht online gambling ring. Read about the raid and its implications.
National News · EconomyCheck eligibility for Thailand's 9,000 baht flood relief. Renters and owners in 65 provinces can claim. New insurance scheme covers up to 100,000 baht.
National News · EconomyThai Airways shares suspended and CEO placed on leave after Suvarnabhumi flooding caused flight chaos. What passengers and investors need to know now.
Environment · National NewsThai and Myanmar officials meet in Mae Sai after arsenic and lead detected in the Sai River. New joint monitoring plan addresses mining pollution risks.
National News · EnvironmentDid you miss flood alerts? 24 died & 3.3m affected as Bangkok's warning system failed. Check eligibility for repair funds and accommodation support now.
National News · EnvironmentFloods hit 53,000 Ayutthaya households. Bangkok drainage continues but new rain threatens Central Thailand. Check road closures and aid details.
National News · EnvironmentAn 80-year-old woman was rescued after four days in Chachoengsao floods with her 18 cats. Four dead and 26,000 households affected across the province.
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