Five militants killed in raid on camp
At least five militants died in a 30-minute gunfight when Rangers stumbled on their training camp in the jungle of southernmost Narathiwat province yesterday.
Seminar gives govt advice on the economy
Kasikornbank president Prasarn Trairatworakul said yesterday that the top priority of the new finance minister was to get rid of the central bank's Draconian capital-control measures.
Check-up ordered for 'disturbed' tutorial king
The Criminal Court yesterday ordered that Dr Prakitpao Thomthitchong be transferred from Srithanya Hospital to the Galaya Rajanagarindra Institute for a comprehensive check-up.
Pollution tax on emissions
Industrial plants may be subject to a pollution tax in accordance with their toxic-emission levels to encourage their operators to reduce pollution.
PM's meeting with keymen trigger reshuffle speculations
Prime Minister Surayud Chulanont held a closed door meeting on Saturday with key ministers and top aides at Baan Phitsanulok, triggering speculation on the emerging picture of a new Cabinet lineup.
Border with Thailand safe: Malaysian army chief
Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia's new army chief on Friday said the country's northern border areas near insurgency-hit Thailand are safe, and hailed cooperation with the Thai army.