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Prosecutors Indict Six Individuals Following Fatal Bangkok Train-Bus Collision
Thai prosecutors have filed charges against six people involved in a tragic train-bus collision that resulted in eight fatalities.
Matichon Online ·
Civil Servant Denied Boarding Due to Overbooking at Trang Airport
A passenger was denied boarding on a flight from Trang to Don Mueang despite having a pre-booked ticket, with the airline citing a system error.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Fatal Traffic Accident Involving 18-Wheeler in Nakhon Si Thammarat
A 20-year-old motorcyclist died following a collision with an 18-wheel truck on Asia Road 41 in Nakhon Si Thammarat.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Prosecutors Indict Six Individuals Following Fatal Train-Bus Collision
Thai prosecutors have formally charged six people, including railway and bus staff, in connection with a train-bus collision that resulted in eight fatalities.
Matichon Online ·
Thailand Proposes 100 Billion Baht Southern Double-Track Railway Expansion
The Ministry of Transport is set to propose a major 534-kilometer double-track railway project connecting to Padang Besar at the upcoming mobile cabinet meeting in Songkhla.
Prachachat Business ·
Local Authorities Demand Completion of Boonkhum Road Construction
Pathum Thani provincial leader 'Big Jazz' has inspected the delayed Boonkhum Road project, ordering contractors to finish work within one month.
Matichon Online ·
Fatal Traffic Accident at Chumphon Intersection
A collision between a pickup truck and a sedan in Chumphon resulted in one fatality and four injuries, with police currently investigating the cause.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Southern Thailand Double-Track Railway Expansion Proposed
Deputy Transport Minister Sanphet Boonyamanee plans to propose a 534-kilometer double-track railway project to the Cabinet, aiming to improve connectivity to the Malaysian border.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Two Monks Injured in Collision on Mittraphap Road
A serious traffic accident involving a pickup truck carrying two monks occurred on August 16, 2026, in Nakhon Ratchasima province.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Progress Update on Southern Double-Track Railway Projects
Thai authorities are advancing plans for three southern double-track railway routes, with initial construction covering 504 kilometers.
Matichon Online ·
Viral 'Kind Mercedes Driver' Revealed as Sponsor of THE TOM THAILAND 2026
A viral incident involving a forgiving Mercedes driver on a Thai expressway has been linked to the sponsorship of a new national pageant.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Catania Airport Remains Closed Following Mount Etna Eruption
Italy’s Catania Airport has suspended operations for a fifth consecutive day due to ongoing volcanic activity from Mount Etna.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Thailand Post Employee Expresses Gratitude Following Successful Organ Transport
A Thailand Post employee recently met with the Prime Minister to offer thanks after receiving a life-saving heart transplant facilitated by the 'Heart with Wings' mission.
Thai Post ·
Thai Boxer Suriyanlek Hospitalized Following Road Accident
Renowned ONE Championship fighter Suriyanlek Por.Yenying is under medical observation after being struck by a van while jogging in Pathum Thani.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Rama 2 Construction Concludes; New Elevated Expressway Projects Announced
The Department of Highways is set to complete the Rama 2 road project, with the M82 motorway opening on August 28, while new elevated expressway expansions are planned for the Borommaratchachonani route.
Prachachat Business ·
ONE Championship Fighter Suriyanlek Injured in Road Accident
Thai boxer Suriyanlek Por.Yenying was struck by a van while training on a road in Pathum Thani province.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Suvarnabhumi Airport Responds to Passenger Incident on Terminal Exterior
Airport authorities intervened after a foreign traveler was spotted climbing the exterior fence of the Suvarnabhumi Airport terminal building.
Matichon Online ·
First Orange Line Train Sets Depart Turkey for Thailand
BEM has unveiled the first train sets for Bangkok's Orange Line, currently manufactured in Turkey and scheduled to arrive in Thailand this November.
Matichon Online ·