Ruangkrai seeks NACC probe into Suriya's aircraft
Ruangkrai seeks NACC probe into Suriya's aircraftSuriya JungrungreangkitPolitical activist Ruangkrai Leekijwattana has submitted a petition to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) against former transport minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit. Mr Ruangkrai said he sent the petition via Express Mail Service on Friday after reviewing information published by the website Nextnews and comparing it with Mr Suriya's asset declarations filed with the NACC. Import documents and receipts indicate the aircraft's import value was 862.19 million baht, with value-added tax (VAT) of 60.35 million baht. Mr Ruangkrai said that in Mr Suriya's asset declaration upon leaving his post as chair of the Sports Authority of Thailand in 2024, the aircraft was listed at 30 million baht as a deposit. He argued the declared amount appears to exclude 7% VAT, meaning Mr Suriya's share should have been reported at 32.1 million baht.
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February 07, 2026 23:55 UTC
Satellite data exposes scale of haze crisis
Satellite data exposes scale of haze crisisThailand recorded 2.26 million rai of burned areas last month, highlighting the scale of the environmental crisis and its direct link to seasonal haze and PM2.5 pollution, says the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda). Gistda said "burned areas" are not merely traces of forest or agricultural fires but crucial evidence of widespread environmental stress. An analysis of Sentinel-2 satellite data covering Jan 1–31 showed the country's cumulative burned area reached 2.26 million rai. Land reform areas recorded 421,000 rai, followed by national forest reserves at 213,000 rai. Community and other areas accounted for 117,000 rai, conservation forests for 58,600 rai and areas along highways for 17,100 rai.
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February 07, 2026 23:55 UTC
Anti-govt banners, explosives found
Anti-govt banners, explosives foundNARATHIWAT: Security forces are on high alert after finding banners displaying anti-government messages and objects resembling improvised explosive devices (IEDs) at multiple locations across the province. The banners, made of white cloth, carried messages written in Thai and English in red and blue paint. The suspects allegedly coordinated to hang the banners in various places, including roadside bushes, tree branches and overhead power lines crossing roads. He warned that the perpetrators may have intended to lure officers into danger by concealing real explosives nearby. Immigration officials urged travellers to use official border crossings when returning to Thailand, warning that Malaysian authorities are enforcing strict border measures.
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February 07, 2026 23:55 UTC
Thais urged to watch chip documentary
The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Thailand on Saturday asked Thais to watch the documentary film A Chip Odyssey during its local premiere. The documentary explores the intensifying global "chip war" and examines how Taiwan -- a small island with few natural resources -- has emerged as a critical centre of global technology. The documentary underscores that behind every chip lies a human story, and behind every success, a generational gamble. As global reliance on AI-driven technologies grows, Taiwan's semiconductor industry has become both an economic linchpin and a strategic shield. The documentary ultimately conveys a central belief shared by its subjects: Taiwan's survival depends on competing -- and winning -- on the global stage.
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February 07, 2026 23:53 UTC
Health dept urges premarital checkups
Health dept urges premarital checkupsThe Department of Health has urged couples to undergo medical check-ups before marriage, as early screening can prevent babies from being infected with sexually transmitted diseases. Amporn Benjaponpitak, director-general of the Department of Health, said a healthy family begins with effective health planning, particularly preparation for pregnancy. She said the department has been promoting awareness of the Elimination of Mother-to-Child Transmission (EMTCT), focusing on three key diseases: hepatitis B, syphilis and HIV. Hepatitis B remains a major cause of liver cancer and liver cirrhosis, it said. If hepatitis B is detected during pregnancy, newborns will be given hepatitis B immunoglobulin (HBIG) immediately after birth to prevent infection.
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February 07, 2026 23:50 UTC
N. Korea to hold party congress in February, first since 2021
N. Korea to hold party congress in February, first since 2021During the last ruling party congress in North Korea, Kim Jong Un (C) was named general secretary, resurrecting a title previously held by his late fatherSEOUL - North Korea's leadership will hold a party congress later this month, state media announced Sunday, in what will be the first such major gathering since 2021. The decision was made Saturday in a meeting of top leaders of the country's ruling Workers Party of Korea (WPK), including Kim Jong Un, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported. The last party congress -- the reclusive nuclear-armed nation's eighth -- was held in January 2021. Analysts described the choreographed messaging from the party congress as one of defiance toward the United States, after the breakdown in negotiations with Biden's predecessor, Donald Trump. Since the 2021 gathering, North Korea has continued to develop its nuclear arsenal, repeatedly test-launching intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) in defiance of bans ordered by the UN Security Council.
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February 07, 2026 23:04 UTC
Takaichi tipped for big win as Japan votes
Takaichi tipped for big win as Japan votesPollsters suggest Sanae Takaichi's coalition could secure a handy two-thirds majority, nearly a decade since her mentor Shinzo Abe achieved the featTOKYO - Japan votes in snap elections Sunday with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi hoping to turn a honeymoon start into a resounding ballot box victory that could rile China and rattle financial markets. Takaichi has sounded tough on immigration, helping for now to slow the sharp rise of the populist "Japanese first" Sanseito party. Immigration screening "has already become a little stricter, so that terrorists, and also industrial spies, cannot enter easily", Takaichi said Saturday. Margarita Estevez-Abe, associate professor of political science at Syracuse University, said that the China episode raised Takaichi's popularity even more. "So the best scenario for Japan is that Takaichi kind of takes a deep breath and focuses on amending the relationship with China."
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February 07, 2026 22:59 UTC
Gyokeres lifts Arsenal nine clear as Man Utd pile pressure on Frank
Gyokeres lifts Arsenal nine clear as Man Utd pile pressure on FrankArsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres celebrates after scoring against SunderlandLONDON - Arsenal moved nine points clear at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 victory against Sunderland, while Tottenham boss Thomas Frank faced renewed calls for his sacking after a 2-0 defeat at Manchester United on Saturday. Viktor Gyokeres sealed Arsenal's second successive league win with a 66th-minute strike before the Swede netted again in stoppage time. The Gunners, who haven't won a trophy since the 2020 FA Cup, are chasing their first English title in 22 years. Arsenal also beat Chelsea in midweek to book a League Cup final date with Manchester City at Wembley on March 22. Everton won 2-1 at Fulham thanks to an own goal from Cottagers keeper Bernd Leno in the 83rd minute.
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February 07, 2026 22:59 UTC
Spain, Portugal face fresh storms, torrential rain
Spain, Portugal face fresh storms, torrential rainBoth Spain and Portugal issued warnings over potential fresh floodsRONDA (SPAIN) - Spain and Portugal endured fresh storms and torrential rain that claimed another life Saturday, just days after the deadly flooding and major damage caused by Storm Leonardo. In Portugal, the latest depression -- christened Storm Marta -- led to the deployment of more than 26,500 rescue workers. Storm Kristin killed five people when it swept across Portugal last week, and Storm Leonardo claimed another victim on Wednesday. Both Spain and Portugal have issued fresh flood alerts. - Thousands evacuated -In Spain, much of the country's south, particularly the region of Andalusia, was placed on orange alert on Saturday, as was the north-west, which was facing heavy rain and violent storms.
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February 07, 2026 22:59 UTC
Thailand votes as rivals clash
After polling stations close at 5pm, ballot boxes will be opened and votes counted publicly at each polling station. The EC expects to certify MP election results within 60 days of polling day, while referendum results are to be endorsed within 30 days. The system is designed to report up to 95% of polling stations per constituency on election night. Polling officials in provinces including Chiang Mai, Phuket, Yala, Nakhon Pathom and Nakhon Ratchasima were collecting ballot boxes and materials, with security measures in place. In Chiang Mai alone, there are 2,789 polling stations, including more than 200 in remote and mountainous areas, some requiring long journeys, four-wheel-drive vehicles or boat crossings.
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February 07, 2026 22:59 UTC
Crane collapse injures two workers in Bangkok
Man and woman rushed to hospitals after incident near Terminal 21 mall at Asok intersectionParts of the collapsed tower crane are seen at a construction site near the Terminal 21 shopping mall at the Asok intersection in Bangkok on Saturday morning. Two workers were injured. (Photo: Ruamduay Asok rescue team via JS100 Radio)Two construction workers were injured after a tower crane collapsed at a construction site near the Terminal 21 shopping mall at the Asok intersection in Bangkok on Saturday morning. The incident occurred at 10.27am when the arm of the crane broke off and fell onto workers below at the construction site on Sukhumvit Soi 21 in Klong Toey Nuea, Watthana district. Police are continuing their investigation into the incident, which comes less than a month after two other crane collapses that resulted in multiple fatalities.
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February 07, 2026 17:50 UTC
ONE Championship: Adam Sor Dechapan steps into the spotlight as Malaysia’s Muay Thai wave gathers pace
Younger brother of title contender Aliff Sor Dechapan announces himself with bonus-winning head-kick KO at ONE Friday Fights 141Adam Sor Dechapan walks off after a head-kick knockout of Walid Snoussi at ONE Friday Fights 141Adam Sor Dechapan has spent much of his early ONE Championship journey fighting in the slipstream of his older brother. Adam Sor Dechapan lands a head kick that knocks Walid Snoussi out at ONE Friday Fights 141In his corner was Aliff Sor Dechapan, the rising star now set to challenge Prajanchai for the ONE Championship strawweight Muay Thai title. Aliff Sor Dechapan (left) watches on as his younger brother Adam gets set to compete at ONE Friday Fights 141“I learned all of the techniques from my brother Aliff,” Adam said. Now, Muay Thai is driving the momentum. And for Adam Sor Dechapan, Friday night marked more than a knockout.
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February 07, 2026 16:01 UTC
Ishii sacked as Rabbits miss semis
Ishii sacked as Rabbits miss semisJapanese coach Masatada Ishii. (Photo supplied)BG Pathum United have sacked head coach Masatada Ishii after their failure to qualify for the semi-finals of the Asean Cup Championship -- the Shopee Cup -- on Wednesday night. The Rabbits drew 1-1 with 10-man Selangor of Malaysia at the MBPJ Stadium despite having a numerical advantage for over 65 minutes. He was appointed as head coach of the Rabbits in October, shortly after being replaced by Anthony Hudson as head coach of the Thai national team. During Ishii's short era, Pathum were dumped out of three major competitions including the AFC Champions League Two, FA Cup and Shopee Cup.
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February 07, 2026 15:06 UTC
First Winter Games gold goes to Swiss skier
Switzerland’s Franjo von Allmen en route to Olympic downhill gold on the Stelvio course in Bormio, Italy on Saturday. (Photo: AFP)BORMIO, Italy - Switzerland’s Franjo von Allmen scorched to victory in the men’s Olympic downhill in Bormio on Saturday, winning the first gold medal of the Milan-Cortina Winter Games. Then came Odermatt, the in-form Swiss who is the runaway World Cup overall leader with three downhill victories to his name this season. His performance ensured he became the fifth Swiss men’s Olympic downhill champion since 1948 after Beat Feuz, Didier Defago, Pirmin Zurbriggen and Bernhard Russi. The Swiss will look to confirm their fine form in Monday’s Olympic team combined before tackling the super-G on Wednesday.
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February 07, 2026 15:00 UTC
Jones leads Kingdom's charge
Jones leads Kingdom's chargeMaximus Jones, left, shakes hands with Puerto Rico's Yannik Alvarez after a draw ceremony on Friday. (Photo supplied)Maximus Jones faces Yannik Alvarez in the opening singles match while Kasidit Samrej plays Marko Mesarovic in the Davis Cup World Group 2 playoff between Thailand and Puerto Rico on Saturday. Sunday's action will begin with a doubles tie, with Jones teaming up with Pruchya Isaro to play Alvarez and Mesarovic. "This is my sixth time playing the Davis Cup so I'm not nervous. "I have never played Yannik Alvarez before but I will do my best," he added.
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February 07, 2026 14:51 UTC