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Vladimir Koltsov, deputy director of the KBKhA, is suspected of abuse of power and embezzling more than 5 billion rubles. The enterprise received only 535 million rubles for the work.
At the Tysa checkpoint, border guards found 652. 8 kg of a substance resembling kratom. The briquettes were hidden in compartments of a minibus.
Scott Bessent will not travel to the IMF and World Bank meetings in Bangkok due to domestic affairs. The U.S. delegation will be led by his deputies.
Britain has expanded sanctions against 38 companies and individuals linked to Russia’s war. The restrictions target oil companies, crypto exchanges, and 12 “shadow fleet” tankers.
Trump said that he deserves the 2026 Peace Prize, but does not know the committee's decision. The laureate will be announced on Friday.
At Sheremetyevo, passengers from Bangkok have their temperature checked before leaving the plane. In Thailand, about 140,000 cases of COVID-19 have been recorded since the beginning of 2026.
The aircraft carrier "George H. W. Bush" arrived in Phuket after six months of operations in the Middle East. The crew will take a break from October 4–9.
After the heavy rains stopped, the water began to recede in areas of Bangkok. Flooding inundated roads, and around 4,200 people were evacuated.
Thai citizens are being offered one-year contracts in the Russian army for 2. 5 million baht. They are promised service in Transbaikal, but no position is guaranteed.
In Bangkok, nearly 300 mm of rainfall flooded roads, homes and shops. Around 980 people were evacuated to temporary shelters.
78-year-old Sondhi Limthongkul launched the “Take Thailand Back” campaign to pressure the government. In 2008, his supporters blockaded Bangkok’s airports.
In September, six new films will be shown in Ukraine: thrillers, mystical stories, a historical drama, and survival films.
At least three people were injured in coordinated arson attacks and a railway bombing. Authorities imposed a curfew in Narathiwat.
On August 12, International Youth Day, World Elephant Day, and Vinyl Record Day are observed. According to the new calendar, the martyrs Photius and Anicetus are commemorated; according to the old calendar — John the Warrior.
At a school in Nonthaburi province, a student opened fire, killing a teacher and injuring four people before taking his own life. This is already the second similar incident in Thailand this year.
During the regional "Golok FA Cup 2026" tournament in Thailand, lightning struck a footballer, killing him instantly. Nine other players sustained injuries of varying severity.
The body of 27-year-old blogger Bovorntat Pengsuk was discovered in a hotel two weeks after his disappearance. An investigation is underway under the article on incitement to suicide.
37-year-old world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has stated that 2026 will be the final year of his professional career. The boxer plans to fight Mariusz Wach, followed by a possible bout with Anthony Joshua.
A UN report shows that transnational crime in Asia uses AI and new technologies for fraud. Children are exposed to risks through online games and AI-generated sexual images.
Investigators are checking whether negligence led to the fire in a Bangkok bar that killed 30 people. Survivors report locked doors and a lack of emergency exit signs.
In Bangkok, a fire broke out at the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao bar, killing 28 people and injuring 71. Most of the victims were found in the restrooms; the preliminary cause is believed to be a short circuit.
A deadly fire broke out in a bar in Bangkok, killing 27 people. The Prime Minister of Thailand arrived at the scene, and the causes are being investigated.
Britain imposes 70 new sanctions against the Russian Federation, including the shadow fleet and LNG tankers. The GRU network and suppliers from China, Thailand, and Turkey are targeted.
Princess Bajrakitiyabha has died at the age of 47 after a prolonged coma caused by a heart condition. She was a diplomat and a contender for the royal throne.
Bangkok plans to finalize a free trade agreement with the European Union by the end of the year. This will help the country reduce its dependence on US and Chinese markets.
Due to heavy downpours in Laos, the search for two villagers trapped in a flooded cave has been suspended. Five of their companions have already been rescued by international specialists.
The startup Bot Company has been sued for damaging a residence in San Francisco during robot tests. The owner is seeking $12,000 for ruined appliances.
Rescuers have brought the first of five men to the surface from a flooded cave in Laos. An international team of divers continues the evacuation of the remaining individuals.
In Lopburi Province, police officers in female costumes detained a drug dealer at a festival. Some of the viral photos from the scene were created by AI.
The Thai government has canceled the 60-day visa-free regime for over 90 countries. Now, the previous rules, which mostly provided for 30-day visa-free entry, are to be reinstated for these nations.