New protests hit Iran as alarm grows over crackdown 'massacre'Listen to this articleNew protests hit Iran overnight after two weeks of actionPARIS (FRANCE) - Iranians took to the streets in new protests against the clerical authorities overnight despite an internet shutdown, as rights groups warned on Sunday that authorities were committing a "massacre" to quell the demonstrations. The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency said it had confirmed the deaths of 116 people in connection with the protests, including 37 members of the security forces or other officials. Norway-based Iran Human Rights is due to issue a new toll later Sunday. But activists warned that the shutdown was limiting the flow of information and the actual toll risks being far higher. The US-based Center for Human Rights in Iran (CHRI) said it had received "eyewitness accounts and credible reports indicating that hundreds of protesters have been killed across Iran during the current internet shutdown".

Tour speedboat hits trawler, tourist killed, off Krabi coastListen to this articlePassengers and boat crew in life jackets, thrown into the sea by the collision, are taken aboard a rescue boat after their speedboat hit a trawler and overturned near Koh Kai-Koh Phi Phi in Krabi province on Sunday. (Photo: Krabi Public Relations Office)A tour speedboat collided with a trawler near Koh Khai-Koh Phi Phi in Krabi province on Sunday injuring 22 people, one of whom later died. The Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation office in Phuket, which is close to Krabi, reported the collision occurred about 8.55am in the Andaman Sea between Koh Khai and Koh Phi Phi, in Muang Krabi district. According to the regional marine office in Phuket, the speedboat was operated by A Timer tour company and was a Kornvich Marine 888 of 23.8 gross tonnage. It was carrying three boat crew, two guides and 50 tourists who were mostly Russians.

Southern petrol supply 'secure' despite petrol station bombingsListen to this articleA store burns fiercely at a PTT petrol station in the far South, one of 11 bombed in three border provinces early Sunday morning. (Photo supplied)The Ministry of Energy has confirmed the security of the petrol supply in the far South following the coordinated bombings at 11 PTT petrol stations in three border provinces early Sunday morning. Veerapat Kiatfuengfoo, deputy permanent secretary for energy, said guards were now on duty at all petrol stations and strategic energy locations to ensure the safety of employees and customers. The Department of Energy Business will maintain petrol stocks and secure supply routes for the far South, he said. There are backup plans to use optional and secured routes to maintain energy security in the region."

Listen to this articlePassengers and boat crew in life jackets, thrown into the sea by the collision, are taken aboard a rescue boat after their speedboat hit a trawler and overturned near Koh Kai-Koh Phi Phi in Krabi province on Sunday. (Photo: Krabi Public Relations Office)A tour speedboard collided with a trawler near Koh Khai-Koh Phi Phi in Krabi province on Sunday, injuring 22 people, one critically. The Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation office in Phuket, which is close to Krabi, reported the collision occurred about 8.55am in the Andaman Sea between Koh Khai and Koh Phi Phi, in Muang Krabi district. According to the regional marine office in Phuket, the speedboat was operated by A Timer tour company and was a Kornvich Marine 888 of 23.8 gross tonnage. It was carrying three boat crew, two guides and 50 touists.

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Disability groups warn of barriers to fair voting ahead of electionListen to this articleThe Election Commission on Friday unveiled ballots for the Feb 8 general election — pink for party-list MPs, green for constituency MPs and yellow for the referendum. He said voting aids for the visually impaired were either unavailable or failed to meet proper standards, forcing blind voters to rely on others for assistance. Some officials also lacked proper training on how to assist disabled voters appropriately, which could lead to rights violations. The EC said it had prepared Braille guides and planned to test election procedures for disabled voters. Advocacy groups said they would closely monitor implementation to ensure the election is genuinely inclusive and upholds the democratic rights of all citizens.

French pedestrian killed by drunk driver in PhuketListen to this articleThe crash damaged Volvo sedan driven by a drunk Thai that killed a French pedestrian and hit eight other vehicles in Phuket around noon on Saturday. (Photo: Achadthaya Chuenniran)PHUKET – A French pedestrian has died after being struck by a car driven by a drunk driver fleeing after crashing into six parked vehicles in Muang district, around noon on Saturday. Nearby was a French pedestrian, identified as Loic, who was seriously injured. The driver’s blood test reading was 265 milligrammes of alcohol per 100ml of blood, Pol Col Surachat said. Phuket police offered condolences to the deceased’s family and assured them of justice for all parties, Pol Col Surachat said.

Microsoft has introduced a dedicated section for themes and wallpapers within the Microsoft Store, aiming to streamline the desktop customisation process for Windows users. While personalisation options previously existed within the Store, the redesign addresses long-standing complaints regarding poor visibility and difficult navigation that often left users unaware of available styling assets. Although the Windows operating system is technically capable of supporting full-scale "total conversion" themes, such deep customisations are not yet bundled for one-click installation within the official store. The update is currently being rolled out in stages, meaning not all Windows users will see the new "Themes" tab immediately. Microsoft confirmed that the phased release is a standard procedure and that those without the direct tab can still access specific themes if they possess a direct product link.

Elon Musk has restricted access to Grok AI on the X platform in the UK to only paying subscribers following a wave of intense criticism over the tool's role in generating violent and sexually explicit imagery. According to the official Grok account, image generation and editing functions are now "limited to paid users only". This move effectively bars free-tier users from accessing the "Edit Image" tool, a feature previously flagged for its lack of safety guardrails. To further tighten oversight, X confirmed that paying subscribers in the UK must provide personal data and credit card details. She wanted the Grok AI "Edit Image" feature permanently disabled to prevent further harm.

Honoured health reformer Prawase dies aged 93Listen to this articleRenowned public health scholar, reformer and social critic Dr Prawase Wasi has died aged 93. (Bangkok Post)Dr Prawase Wasi, one of Thailand’s most honoured public health scholars and civil society leaders, passed away peacefully at his home in Bangkok on Saturday night. Dr Prawase, an honorary fellow of the Royal Society of Thailand and widely regarded as a senior citizen of Thai civil society, was a towering figure in public health, education reform, social development and civic politics. He was instrumental in founding several independent organisations that continue to guide national health policy, including the National Health Commission Office, the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth), the Healthcare Accreditation Institute and the National Institute for Emergency Medicine. Among his many honours were the Ramon Magsaysay Award for Government Service, Thailand’s Distinguished Scientist Award, National Outstanding Person Award (Medicine), the National Outstanding Scientist Award (Medical Science), the WHO “Tobacco or Health” Medal, and Unesco's Comenius Medal.

Bombings at 11 PTT petrol stations in deep SouthListen to this articleFire destroys a bombed PTT petrol station in Cho Airong district, Narathiwat, early Sunday morning. (Photo: Public Relations Department)Eleven PTT petrol stations were bombed in three southern border provinces early Sunday morning. The Internal Security Operations Command said that "people with ill intention" bombed 11 petrol stations. The Cho Airong outlet had been open only a few months. People in the region were advised avoid petrol stations for the time being.

People’s Party and leader are favourites, according to Nida pollListen to this articlePeople's Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut. The People’s Party (PP) is the favourite for the Feb 8 general election, for both its prime ministerial and MP candidates, according to an opinion survey by the National Institution for Development Administration. Nida said on Sunday it had surveyed 2,500 people nationwide from Jan 5 to 8. When asked for a suitable prime ministerial candidate,24.76% of respondents said PP leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut20.84% Bhumjaithai Party leader and caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul14.12% undecided12.12% Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva9.64% Pheu Thai Party PM Candidate Yodchanan Wongsawat5.04% Economic Party leader Gen Rangsee Kittiyanasap2.64% Thai Sang Thai Party leader Khunying Sudarat Keyuraphan1.84% PP’s Sirikanya Tansakul1.32% United Thai Nation Party leader Pirapan SalirathavibhagaAsked which party they favoured for its MP candidates,30.40% of respondents said they would vote for People’s Party candidates21.96% for Bhumjaithai candidates15.72% Pheu Thai candidates12.16% Democrats8.40% undecided4.04% Economic Party candidates2.20% United Thai Nation candidates1.60% Thai Sang Thai candidates. Asked about favourite party-list candidates,

Bombing at 11 PTT petrol stations in deep SouthListen to this articleFire erupts at a bombed PTT petrol station in Cho Airong district, Narathiwat, late Saturday night. Public Relations DepartmentEleven PTT petrol stations were bombed in three southern border provinces late Saturday night. Of 11 bombing scenes, five were reported in Narathiwat province – in Cho Airong, Chanae, Rangae, Waeng and Sungai Kolok districts. Authorities cordoned off the bombed petrol stations for examination and investigation and stepped up security measures in the region. Local people were advised to remain in their residences and avoid petrol stations for the time being.

NY bash takes turn for betterListen to this articleA spectacular display of fireworks is traditionally the crowning moment of any major festival, and the recent New Year celebrations were no exception. The public dialogue is no longer just about the sensory extravaganza but about the collective wellbeing of all residents. Among the primary concerns was the fact that Sukhumvit is a high-density urban area, with an abundance of glass-facade high-rises. As Bangkok strives to become a liveable, smart city as well as a top-tier travel destination, a dilemma between the need to be a tourism-driven showcase and the fundamental right to local wellbeing will continue to surface. While it must ensure the tourist experience remains world-class, local rights and resident wellbeing cannot take second place.

Greenland enjoys a taste of ThailandListen to this articleWe are only 11 days into 2026 and I am already worn out trying to keep up with what's going on in this crazy old world. The place that fascinates PostScript is Greenland, partly because it has quite a strong but little-known Thai connection. Thailand and Greenland are even mentioned in the same line of a song by Canadian folk singer Hank Snow. Thailand, Ireland, Iceland, Greenland…"Although I have mentioned it before, the 1986 hit by the B-52s, Girl From Ipanema Goes to Greenland deserves another airing. One of the traditional numbers highlighting Greenland is an old seafaring song with the awkward title Greenland Whales Fisheries.