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Deadly Attack on Volunteer Defense Corps Vehicle in Sukhirin
Two members of the Volunteer Defense Corps were killed and 16 others injured following a bomb and gun attack in Narathiwat province.
Thai Post ·
Authorities Investigate Death of 7-Year-Old Novice Monk in Lampang
Officials in Lampang have seized the body of a 7-year-old novice monk for an autopsy after he drowned in a temple pond without the incident being reported to police.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Bangkok Launches Environmental Inspection Teams to Tackle Pollution and Pests
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has mobilized all 50 districts to implement stricter dust control measures and initiate a city-wide pest management campaign.
Prachachat Business ·
Two Volunteer Defense Corps Members Killed in Southern Thailand Bombing
A roadside bomb attack targeting a six-wheel truck in Southern Thailand has resulted in two fatalities and 16 injuries among Volunteer Defense Corps members.
Matichon Online ·
Flash Floods Strike Phang Nga: Monks and Students Evacuated
Heavy rainfall has triggered severe flash flooding in Phang Nga province, leading to emergency evacuations at a local monastery and school.
Thai Post ·
Thai Meteorological Department Issues Heavy Rain Warning for September 18-20
Authorities have issued an urgent weather alert for widespread heavy rainfall across Thailand, with the southern region facing the highest risk of flash floods.
Thai Post ·
Deadly Ambush on Security Convoy in Narathiwat
A bomb attack and subsequent firefight targeting a Territorial Defense Volunteer convoy in Sukhirin, Narathiwat, has resulted in two deaths and 16 injuries.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Pollution Control Department Monitors Udon Thani Potash Mine for Environmental Impact
Thai authorities are conducting rigorous groundwater and surface water testing near a potash mining project in Udon Thani to prevent potential contamination of the Red Lotus Sea.
Matichon Online ·
Australian Man Killed in Shark Attack Off Popular Beach
A fatal shark attack has occurred off the coast of an Australian beach, prompting renewed safety concerns for swimmers.
Matichon Online ·
Thailand Issues Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Warning for 55 Provinces
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a warning for heavy rainfall and potential flash floods across 55 provinces from September 18 to 20, 2026.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Thai Health Agencies Launch Second Cohort of Road Safety Communicators
The Thai Health Promotion Foundation and the Road Safety Center have initiated a new training program to promote safer driving habits across Thailand.
Matichon Online ·
Security Incident Reported in Sukhirin, Narathiwat
A convoy of territorial defense volunteers was targeted in a bomb and gun attack in Narathiwat province on September 18, 2026.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Deadly Bomb Attack Targets Security Personnel in Sukhirin
A bomb attack on a six-wheel truck carrying Sukhirin district defense volunteers has resulted in two fatalities and multiple injuries.
Matichon Online ·
Bomb Attack Targets Volunteer Security Vehicle in Narathiwat
A roadside bomb struck a six-wheel truck carrying volunteer security personnel in Sukhirin District, Narathiwat, resulting in injuries.
Matichon Online ·
Health Insurance Claim Dispute Highlights Risks for Long-Term Policyholders
A long-term health insurance policyholder in Thailand reports a denied emergency surgery claim, raising concerns about coverage transparency.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
School Shooting Incident Reported in the Philippines
A tragic school shooting in the Philippines has resulted in three fatalities, including the 16-year-old perpetrator.
Matichon Online ·
Water Resources Department Deploys Pumps to Mitigate Flooding in Warin Chamrap
Officials have deployed mechanical equipment to Warin Chamrap to manage rising Mun River levels and alleviate flood risks.
Department of Water Resources — News ·
Police Identify Suspects in Fatal Shooting of Cannabis Vendor
Authorities have identified a group of teenagers involved in the fatal shooting of a 32-year-old cannabis vendor at a motorcycle repair shop.
Matichon Online ·
