UN says Myanmar military killed at least 702 civilians during junta-run election period
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026
A UN Human Rights report says at least 702 civilians, including 224 women and 153 children, were killed in Myanmar during the six-month period surrounding military-controlled elections.
NACC and police say they uncovered an alleged nationwide exam-rigging network that altered answer sheets to help paying candidates secure local-government jobs, with damage estimated at 4.5 billion baht.
Thailand defence minister denies Tea Seiha contact over Ban Nong Chan
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026
The Royal Thai Air Force clarifies late-night F-16 flights are monthly drills for 24-hour readiness, while Thailand’s defence minister denies Tea Seiha contact over Ban Nong Chan.
Concrete canopy collapses from abandoned building on Dinso Road
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026
A third-floor concrete canopy collapsed from an abandoned commercial building on Dinso Road in Bangkok’s Phra Nakhon district, prompting emergency crews to seal off the area as a safety precaution.
The top 10% of global consumers cause $5.7 trillion in annual environmental damage, as they drive global challenges evolving into systemic economic and financial risks requiring immediate collective action, according to a Leiden University study.
Nation wins three major awards at ASEAN News Photo and Thailand Tourism Photo contests
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026
Nation photographers won three awards at the 2026 ASEAN News Photo and Thailand Tourism Photo contests, with images of rocket festivals, firework traditions and alms-giving in front of an ancient temple.