Government ‘sorry’ for flood relief delay
The government has issued an apology after the website of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation crashed on Wednesday, disrupting registration for flood relief payments to those affected by the floods in the South.

SUV plunge kills 9 migrant workers
RATCHABURI - Police have launched an investigation after an SUV plunged into an irrigation canal behind Wat Ratsamanachan in tambon Nong Krathum of Pak Tho district, killing nine people — all illegal migrant workers from Myanmar.

Thai homes hit in Myanmar clash
Nine houses in Mae Sot district of Tak province have been damaged by shrapnel and stray bullets after fresh fighting broke out between Myanmar troops and Karen National Union (KNU) forces.

Eligibility for flood compensation clarified
The government has clarified that only families of deceased flood victims in provinces where an emergency was declared are eligible for the maximum compensation of 2 million baht.

Lebanon, Israel hold first direct talks in decades
BEIRUT - Lebanese and Israeli civilian representatives held their first direct talks Wednesday in decades, part of a year-old ceasefire monitoring mechanism in the war with the militant group Hezbollah, a source close to the talks told AFP.

Russia, Ukraine prepare for more talks with US
MOSCOW - Russia and Ukraine said on Wednesday they were ready for more talks with the United States to end almost four years of war, after US envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner left the Kremlin with no breakthrough on a peace deal.

Village People tapped for World Cup draw
WASHINGTON - The disco legends behind US President Donald Trump’s favourite campaign anthem will take centre stage at Friday’s World Cup draw, Fifa has announced, in what promises to be a star-studded affair with distinctly Trumpian overtones.

Blue Line delay mars evening commute
Blue Line train services were delayed by up to one hour on Wednesday evening due to an undisclosed problem between the Sutthisan and Ladphrao stations in Bangkok.

Tax policy to address environment, health issues
The Excise Department is preparing six new tax measures focusing on environmental protection and public health.

Car insurance to go digital next year
Insurers in Thailand will be required to offer compulsory motor insurance policies in fully digital format from Jan 1, 2026, according to the Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC).