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EC probe deadline extended
Post reporters, Published on 22/02/2026
» The Office of the Ombudsman has approved a request by the Election Commission (EC) to extend the deadline for submitting clarifications and supporting documents regarding the controversial use of barcodes and QR codes on ballot papers.
Changes to SSO board vote spark criticism
News, Post reporters, Published on 22/02/2026
» Proposed changes to election regulations for the Social Security Board (SSB) have ignited sharp criticism, with academics and stakeholders warning the reforms could undermine transparency and return the system to an era dominated by lobbying.
Army denies border gunfire claim
News, Post reporters, Published on 22/02/2026
» The Royal Thai Army has denied Cambodian media reports alleging Thai troops opened fire on Cambodian forces near a border area in Preah Vihear province, injuring one soldier.
Feline parovirus blamed for Chiang Mai mass tiger deaths
Panumate Tanraksa and Online Reporters, Published on 21/02/2026
» Preliminary tests by livestock officials have revealed that the 72 dead tigers at the Tiger Kingdom tourist attraction in Chiang Mai were infected with feline parvovirus, complicated by other bacteria.
Social Security proposals draw 1.24 million comments
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/02/2026
» Draft regulations governing the election of employer and insured representatives to the Social Security Board have attracted strong public engagement, with more than 1.24 million comments submitted during the consultation period, according to the Social Security Office (SSO).
Consumer group files suit over new Bangkok city plan
Post Reporters, Published on 20/02/2026
» The Thailand Consumers Council has filed a lawsuit with the Central Administrative Court against five state agencies involved in drafting and approving the new Bangkok city plan, seeking an injunction to suspend the process and revoke the draft altogether.
Court extends sentence for lawyer who called for monarchy reform
Reuters and online reporters, Published on 20/02/2026
» The Criminal Court in Bangkok has sentenced jailed human rights lawyer Arnon Nampa to an additional two years and eight months in prison for royal defamation and sedition in connection with a speech he gave at a protest in Bangkok in November 2020, a rights group said on Friday, bringing his combined sentence to more than 30 years.
'Barcodes may make poll void'
News, Chairith Yonpiam and Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 20/02/2026
» Former deputy prime minister Wissanu Krea-ngam has warned that the inclusion of barcodes on ballot papers could undermine the secrecy of the vote and potentially render the Feb 8 election invalid.
Thailand ready to help post-poll Myanmar
Achadthaya Chuenniran and Reuters, Published on 18/02/2026
» PHUKET - Thailand is moving more actively to serve as a post-election “bridge” to help Myanmar reintegrate into the Asean family, while urging Nay Pyi Taw to respond to concerns raised by the regional bloc and the wider international community.
Gunman who caused Pathum Thani panic surrenders
Wassayos Ngamkham and Pongpat Wongyala, Published on 18/02/2026
» A gunman wanted for shooting at an emergency vehicle and assaulting his wife in Chon Buri surrendered to police on Wednesday afternoon in Pathum Thani, where fears for public safety had led to school closures earlier.