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Severe flooding and landslides hit Kumamoto as Japan faces record rainfall
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Japan’s Meteorological Agency warns of severe flooding in Kumamoto, with 6 confirmed deaths and 5 missing, as heavy rains and landslides continue.
Solitary cell with mattress on the floor for South Korea's once powerful ex-first lady
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
South Korea's former first lady, Kim Keon Hee, will spend her first day in jail on Wednesday at the Seoul Nambu Detention Centre, where she will share similar conditions to those of her husband, ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol, who is already serving time. This comes as prosecutors continue to investigate the couple in a wide-ranging criminal probe.
Maris visits China to co-chair 10th MLC ministerial meeting
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Maris visits China to co-chair the 10th Mekong-Lancang Cooperation meeting, focusing on regional cooperation.
Federation of Thai Industries praises MPC’s interest rate cut to support competitiveness and SMEs
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
The Federation of Thai Industries praises the MPC’s decision to cut interest rates, boosting business competitiveness and easing the financial burden on SMEs.
Navy chief confirms submarine will be operational in 3 years
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Draft contract amendment to be submitted for Attorney General's review before signing, with an additional 1,200 days for China to complete submarine construction.
Ad hoc centre may cease operation this week, spokesman says
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Ad Hoc Centre for Thailand-Cambodia border may cease operations this week, says spokesman.
Bank of Thailand Cuts Key Interest Rate to Counter Economic Slowdown
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Monetary Policy Committee cites economic risks and high vulnerability of SMEs as reasons for policy shift
Thailand and Cambodia to Hold Border Talks Amid Troop Movements and Minefield Concerns
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
ASEAN military attachés to inspect border as Thailand urges Cambodia to cooperate on mine clearance efforts
‘Uncle Pol’ gets 26 years after appeals court increases sentence for murder of niece
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Appeals Court jails ‘Uncle Pol’ for 26 years for murdering niece, overturning earlier accidental death ruling.
FIVB disqualifies two Vietnam players amid gender controversy rumours
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Vietnam to appeal FIVB ruling disqualifying two U21 players, insisting no rules were broken and all registrations complied with regulations.
Second Army Region continues to seek public donations of razor wire to boost border security and protect troops
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Second Army Region insists on public donations of razor wire for urgent Thai-Cambodian border security, citing need for speed over procurement delays.
Maris seeks Japan’s support to try Cambodia for Ottawa Convention violations
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Maris urges Japan and ASEAN to act against Cambodia for repeated Ottawa Convention landmine violations.
Poverty and Deception Fuel Surge in Illegal Crossings into Thailand
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Dozens of Cambodian and Myanmar workers arrested in Thailand as they flee poverty and human trafficking schemes
7 volcanoes erupt in rare phenomenon after massive Russia earthquake
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
The simultaneous eruption of seven volcanoes is a rare event and the first in nearly 300 years in the region. Among them, Krasheninnikov erupted for the first time in almost 600 years, with experts believing the earthquake was the main trigger.
Foreign investors pour 100bn baht into Thailand in H1
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Thailand remains an attractive investment destination, with 502 foreign projects worth a total of 111.506 billion baht in the first half of 2025.
Phumtham says Second Army Area should request budget instead of seeking donations
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Phumtham urges Second Army Area to seek government budget, not public donations, for border defence needs.
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