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27/12/2025

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26/12/2025

An emotional day in Phuket. :(

26/12/2025

A young Thai man was arrested today in the Pattaya area after stabbing another young Thai man in a shocking daylight act of violence in front of dozens of other people at a local Pattaya market. The cause was reportedly jealousy over a woman.

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26/12/2025

PHUKET - The Mai Khao Subdistrict Administrative Organization (SAO) held a solemn ceremony today to commemorate the 21st anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami, honoring the thousands of lives lost in one of the world’s deadliest natural disasters.

Phuket The Mai Khao Subdistrict Administrative Organization (SAO) held a solemn ceremony today to commemorate the 21st anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami, honoring the thousands of lives lost in one of the world’s deadliest natural disasters. The remembrance event, organized by the SAO’s Di...

26/12/2025

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26/12/2025

Three Thai Soldiers Killed in Ongoing Border Clashes with Cambodia

Bangkok, December 26th, 2025– The Royal Thai Army announced on Thursday the deaths of three more soldiers in fierce fighting along the disputed border with Cambodia, bringing the total number of Thai military fatalities in the renewed conflict to at least 26. This happens one day before a possible temporary ceasefire agreement for 72 hours.

The soldiers, all from the 2nd Infantry Battalion, 2nd Infantry Regiment, King's Guard, were killed in action in the Ban Nong Chan area of Khok Sung district, Sa Kaeo province, on December 26th, 2025.

The fallen soldiers were identified as:

- Sergeant First Class Phongsakorn Nakthongdee (24th fatality)
- Private First Class Patiphat Sorapradit (25th fatality)
- Private Thiwathawan Phonyiam (26th fatality)

In a statement, the Army paid tribute to the brave troops, saying: "The Royal Thai Army salutes the soldiers who sacrificed their lives while performing their duty to protect the nation's sovereignty. We will provide the utmost care for their rights, benefits, and welfare."

The announcement comes amid intensified clashes in the Ban Nong Chan battlefield, part of the broader 2025 Thailand-Cambodia border conflict that reignited in early December after a fragile ceasefire broke down. Thai forces have been engaged in operations, including the ongoing "Yuttha Bodin 68" campaign, to reclaim and secure disputed areas.

Fighting has centered on several hotspots in Sa Kaeo province, with reports of heavy artillery exchanges, including BM-21 rocket barrages. The conflict, rooted in long-standing territorial disputes, has displaced hundreds of thousands of civilians on both sides and drawn international calls for de-escalation.

As of December 26th, 2025, the situation remains tense, with both sides accusing each other of violations of international law. The Thai military reiterated its commitment to defending national territory while expressing condolences to the families of the fallen heroes.

26/12/2025

Thailand and Cambodia Edge Toward Border Ceasefire Deal

Bangkok, December 26th, 2025– Thailand's National Security Council (NSC) has approved sending Defence Minister General Nattapol Nakpanich (also known as "Big Lek") as its representative to sign a Joint Statement with Cambodia on December 27th,, following progress in bilateral talks.

The key outcome from the Thai-Cambodian General Border Committee (GBC) negotiations includes an immediate 72-hour ceasefire, proposed by Thailand as a test of sincerity, in exchange for the mutual release of prisoners of war from both sides.

Thai media reports describe the move as a potential breakthrough amid ongoing border clashes that reignited in early December, displacing hundreds of thousands and causing dozens of casualties. The GBC talks in Chanthaburi province concluded Thursday with a revised draft agreement, which will need to be confirmed with Cambodia, barring any unseen difficulties or issues, tomorrow, Saturday, December 27th.

The conflict, rooted in longstanding territorial disputes, has seen intermittent artillery and airstrikes despite earlier truces brokered internationally. Sources indicate the 72-hour truce could pave the way for longer-term de-escalation if verified by outside observers.

26/12/2025

Foreign Tourist and several Thais rescued from Hotel elevator after over an hour in Pattaya.

26/12/2025

As the New Year approaches, concerned citizens are asking police to control large groups of underage teenagers and preteens allegedly drinking alcohol, smoking cannabis, using Kratom, and partying on Pattaya Beach nightly, concerned it could lead to violence and crime.

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26/12/2025

Christmas is always a big hit at schools in Chonburi as students not only dress up, exchange gifts, and have music, food, and shows but also learn about the cultural traditions of Christmas from around the world, using it as an educational opportunity to expand student's knowledge of different cultures.

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26/12/2025

Three people, including a foreign tourist, were trapped in an elevator in a Pattaya hotel early this morning, leading to rescue workers to conduct a dramatic escape for them.

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