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Phuket nightspot operators want crackdown on illegal operations
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/01/2026
» With the recent bribery case regarding entertainment operators in Phuket resurfacing, the private sector urged a crackdown on illegal operations such as staying open late for nightlife venues as well as unlicensed accommodations, which tarnish the tourist island’s reputation and deprive the government of tax revenue.
DSI raids locations tied to iris scanning and crypto
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 08/01/2026
» Officials from the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) on Thursday raided five locations in Bangkok linked to an iris-scanning cryptocurrency initiative suspected of illegally harvesting personal data from 1.2 million Thai citizens.
Sansiri unveils “Zero Dropout” CSR initiative in a single province, scaling up to a national education policy model
Published on 08/01/2026
» “Educational equity” is a fundamental concept in driving national progress through the development of human capital from an early age, ensuring the future of the country. This belief gave rise to the “Zero Dropout: Every Child Must Be Educated” project by Sansiri Public Company Limited, one of Thailand’s leading property developers and an organisation committed to advancing equality in all dimensions.
Australia to hold special inquiry into Bondi Beach shooting
AFP, Published on 08/01/2026
» SYDNEY - Australia will hold a royal commission inquiry into the mass shooting that killed 15 people at Bondi Beach, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday, as he faced public demands for answers.
Cambodia to liquidate bank linked to accused scam boss
Published on 08/01/2026
» A Cambodian bank founded by accused scam boss Chen Zhi, who was extradited to China after being arrested in Cambodia on Tuesday, has been ordered liquidated, the central bank said on Thursday.
Major supermarket chain stops advertising on TV in France
AFP, Published on 08/01/2026
» PARIS - The German deep-discount food retailer Lidl has announced that it would stop advertising on broadcast television in France, where it is one of the country’s top advertisers.
Saudi fined for obscene acts
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 08/01/2026
» PHUKET: A Saudi Arabian tourist has been detained and fined for committing acts of public indecency in Patong, Kathu district.
Study shows kilos return quickly after ending weight-loss drugs
AFP, Published on 08/01/2026
» PARIS - When people stop taking the new generation of weight-loss drugs they pile the kilos back on four times faster than they would after ending diet and exercise regimes, new research found Thursday.
‘Big Joke’ bribery case now in graft-busters’ hands
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 08/01/2026
» The bribery case involving former deputy national police chief Pol Gen Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn is now under the authority of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), with police saying they are ready to arrange witness testimony and forward additional evidence without bias.
United Thai Nation launches Isan campaign
News, Post Reporters, Published on 08/01/2026
» The United Thai Nation (UTN) Party has launched its "Isan Must Be Better" campaign, which it says will improve the livelihoods of citizens in the Northeast by reducing electricity and fuel costs and addressing household economic hardships.