Asia

The  Court of Appeal has increased the severity of the prison sentence given to a police officer who bludgeoned to death the dog that was the unofficial mascot of Chiang Mai University.

Hong Kong security officials’ visit to Thailand can serve as a fresh warning to residents vulnerable to high-paying job scams, although it is unlikely to lead to the immediate return of those being lured to work in Southeast Asia, a lawmaker has said.

The digital economy minister has promised quick action to prevent a reoccurrence after a loan company app was found pre-installed on new Oppo and Realme phones.

Thailand’s cabinet has approved a draft law that would legalise gambling and casinos, a move aimed at boosting tourism, jobs and investment, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Monday.

The amended 2023 emergency decree on measures to prevent and suppress cybercrime is expected to take effect this month, requiring financial institutions and telecom operators to share greater accountability for victims of scam losses.

The Defence Ministry supports the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) decision to choose the Swedish-made Gripen fighter jets over the F-16 aircraft from the United States, says Minister Phumtham Wechayachai.

The forest fires on Khao Loi mountain in Pak Chong district of Nakhon Ratchasima have been put out after eight days of burning. The authorities suspect the cause was a fire set before a wildlife hunt.