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Arsenic exceeds safety limit in Kok, Sai rivers
Post Reporters, Published on 15/02/2026
» Arsenic levels exceeding the safety threshold of 0.01 milligrammes per litre (mg/l) have been detected in parts of the Kok River and its tributaries, says the Pollution Control Department's (PCD) 15th report on water and sediment quality.
School shooting suspect troubled from early on: ONCB
News, Post Reporters, Published on 15/02/2026
» The gunman who carried out a shooting at Patongprathankiriwat School in Songkhla province has a long history of psychiatric illness and polysubstance abuse dating back to early adolescence, says the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB).
Retailers urge measures to stimulate economy
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 13/02/2026
» The Thai Retailers Association (TRA) is proposing a comprehensive package of urgent policy measures to stimulate the economy dubbed "Value Shopping – Tourism Boost – Local Investment – Strong SMEs – Skilled Workforce – Fair Competition".
Party touts novel childcare coupons to woo voters
News, Post Reporters, Published on 08/01/2026
» Thai Sang Thai has unveiled the party's flagship welfare policy under its "tireless Thais" campaign, including a 2,000-baht monthly childcare coupon for mothers until a child reaches six years of age.
Democrats pledge to support the vulnerable
Post Reporters, Published on 07/01/2026
» The Democrat Party hit the campaign trail in Nakhon Si Thammarat on Wednesday, announcing its comeback with headline policies to financially support people in vulnerable groups, including a 65,000-baht newborn allowance and a 1,000-baht monthly old age pension.
Data 'offers clues to good ageing' vibe
News, Post Reporters, Published on 02/01/2026
» Only four tambons in Thailand have more than eight residents above the age of 85 per 100 people, according to the latest demographics analysis by the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda).
Defining moments of 2025
News, Post Reporters, Published on 25/12/2025
» The 'Bangkok Post' has highlighted major events that shaped the news this year. These events have had a profound impact on people's daily lives, prompted shifts in government policy, and influenced public sentiment.
Push to reduce dropouts
News, Post Reporters, Published on 25/12/2025
» The government is intensifying efforts to tackle teenage pregnancy and prevent adolescents from dropping out of school through the Thailand Zero Dropout initiative.
NACC probes graft claim against top cop
News, Post Reporters, Published on 23/12/2025
» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has launched a fact-finding probe following the circulation of an audio clip allegedly featuring a senior police officer demanding kickbacks from illegal businesses in Nakhon Si Thammarat province.
Platform to streamline budgeting
News, Post Reporters, Published on 12/12/2025
» The government is pushing ahead with reforms to public financial management through a new digital platform, while also exploring the responsible deployment of AI to improve efficiency and transparency across the bureaucracy, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said yesterday.