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Young Thais ‘able to save less than 10% of their income’
Online Reporters, Published on 23/09/2025
» A new survey into financial attitudes and behaviours among young Thais has revealed that most are able to save less than 10% of their monthly income, underscoring the heavy financial pressures caused by rising living costs and limited earning potential.
500kg of crystal meth seized after chase in Loei
News, Online Reporters, Published on 20/08/2025
» Police have arrested two men in Loei province after seizing 500 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine worth an estimated 60 million baht. The suspects reportedly admitted they were paid 80,000 baht for each drug delivery.
Foreign tourist arrested for spray-painting train
News, Published on 15/07/2025
» A foreign tourist has been arrested after spray-painting the locomotive and carriages of a southbound express train, damaging state property and causing travel delays, according to the State Railway of Thailand (SRT).
Water monitor breeding now permitted in Thailand
Online Reporters, Published on 04/07/2025
» The Asian water monitor can now be bred in captivity for commercial purposes, according to a new declaration in the Royal Gazette.
Phu Langka park raises Naka Cave daily visitor limit
News, Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 03/06/2025
» Phu Langka National Park in Bueng Kan province has increased the daily visitor limit to popular Naka Cave from 350 to 1,500 people, following a surge of interest during a local spiritual festival.
Hundreds wed as Thai same-sex marriage law takes effect
News Agencies and Post Reporters, Published on 23/01/2025
» Same-sex couples across Thailand tied the knot at district offices and shopping malls amid smiles, tears and celebrations as the long-awaited Marriage Equality Act officially took effect on Thursday.
High-speed rail projects face setbacks
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/12/2024
» The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) Board has approved extending three contracts under the Thai Chinese high-speed rail project by up to two years, citing difficulties from land expropriation and the relocation of oil pipelines.
Response to graft cases criticised
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/12/2024
» The Anti-Corruption Organisation of Thailand (ACT) has released a report on high-profile graft cases which it says have been a slight to the public while their impacts have also exacerbated poverty.
MP's expenses 'incomplete'
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/12/2024
» The Election Commission has accused People's Party MP for Chon Buri, Chawal Pholmuangdee, of violating the MP Election Act by submitting an incomplete list of his campaign expenses during last year's election.
Bangkok rail service hours extended to 2am on New Year's Day
News, Online Reporters, Published on 23/12/2024
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) will extend the service hours of its four main lines by an extra two hours on New Year’s Eve.