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Power Cut Continues at Myanmar Border

14 February 2025 12:18

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TAK, Feb 7 (TNA) – Thailand has entered the second night of its cutoff of power, internet, and fuel supplies to the Myanmar border town of Myawaddy, escalating efforts to dismantle the operations of Chinese criminal syndicates. Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai confirmed that the Thai government had discussed with Myanmar before […]

Chinese Call Center Bosses Busted

14 February 2025 16:58

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BANGKOK, Feb 6 (TNA) – Two Chinese nationals, identified as the masterminds behind a major call center scam operating from a neighboring country, were apprehended in Bangkok.The suspects, Mr. Ye Wanyou and Mr. Li Weijie, were found hiding in a luxury residence in the heart of the city.The operation was launched following a complaint filed […]

Thai PM Visits China to Boost Cooperation and Combat Call Center Scams

14 February 2025 11:20

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BEIJING, Feb 6 (TNA) – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra arrived in Beijing on February 5 for a four-day official visit focused on strengthening bilateral ties and addressing transnational crime. The PM is scheduled to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang, and other senior officials. During her visit, the Prime Minister will […]

BigC Mini Shop in Pattani Robbed, Bt4,000 Taken

14 February 2025 09:29

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Six armed robbery suspects raided BigC Mini convenience store in Panare district of Pattani and 4,492 baht cash robbed.

Border power cuts disrupt Myanmar

14 February 2025 15:58

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KANCHANABURI, Feb 5 (TNA) – Thailand has cut power to several Myanmar border towns in a crackdown on online scam operations. Authorities in Kanchanaburi province cut power to Payathonzu, while in Chiang Rai province, the power supply to Tachileik was also severed. Thailand will also suspend fuel supplies to the affected areas. The power […]

Thailand Tests Sterile Invasive Fish

14 February 2025 13:31

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PHETCHABURI, Feb 5 (TNA) – Thailand’s Department of Fisheries has launched a groundbreaking genetic control program for the invasive blackchin tilapia, releasing sterile specimens in a controlled trial. The department’s researchers have successfully developed a genetic modification technique to control the population of this invasive species by altering its chromosomes. Under the plan, the sterile […]

Thailand Cuts Power to Myanmar Border

14 February 2025 10:49

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BANGKOK, Feb 5 (TNA) – Thailand cuts power supply to five locations along the Myanmar border on Wednesday as part of its crackdown on call center scam operations. Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul observed the operation which took effect from 0900 local time, targeted areas known for housing scam operations across three […]

Thailand to Cut Power, Internet to Myanmar Border Areas in Scam Crackdown

14 February 2025 09:37

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BANGKOK, Feb5 (TNA) – Thailand will cut electricity and internet supplies to five Myanmar border areas suspected of harboring call center scam operations, effective 9 a.m. on Wednesday. The move follows the National Security Council meeting led by Deputy Prime Minister Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Tuesday and the discussion between the Thai Defence Minister […]

Lone Robber Strikes Gold Shop, Flees with $160,000 Haul

14 February 2025 19:03

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PATHUM THANI, Feb 4 (TNA) – A lone robber has made off with 113 baht weight (approximately $160,000 USD) of gold jewelry from a shop in a shopping mall in Lam Luk Ka, Pathum Thani province. Police are investigating the brazen heist and believe the suspect acted alone and had planned the robbery carefully. The […]

Elephants Cause Near-Miss Traffic Incident

14 February 2025 17:03

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PRACHINBURI, Feb 4 (TNA) – Two wild elephants in Prachin Buri province narrowly avoided a collision with vehicles on a public road, raising concerns about human-wildlife conflict in the area. The incident occurred after the elephants ventured out of the Khao Ang Rue Nai Wildlife Sanctuary and wandered onto the road near Ban Hua Sa School […]

Thai Women Rescued from Egg Trafficking Ring in Georgia

14 February 2025 11:54

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BANGKOK, Feb 4 (TNA) – Three Thai women have been rescued from a human trafficking ring in Georgia, where they were forced to sell their eggs. The women were lured to Georgia with the promise of high-paying surrogacy work, but were instead subjected to forced egg extraction and exploitation. The rescue operation was carried out […]

Lanna Dancers Aim for World Record

14 February 2025 10:04

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CHIANG MAI, Feb 4 (TNA) – Five hundred dancers showcased Lanna nail dance as this northern province of Chiang Mai is set to feature record-breaking nail dance with 20,000 participants for 729th anniversary during the Thai New Year celebration in April. Nail dance, a unique dance of the Lanna people, has been used to perform […]