Article Archive
Corner Power Play – Thaksin's Role in Pheu Thai
Thaksin's early release boosts Pheu Thai's momentum and party unity, but risks overshadowing younger leaders like Anutin if the party relies too heavily on the former PM's political dominance rather than developing its own next-generation v
Phuket pushes AI use in government administration
Phuket provincial officials are implementing AI technology in government administration to streamline public services and cut through bureaucratic delays, with officers attending a workshop this week on the initiative.
Sirikanya Warns of Repeating History with World Cup Broadcasting Rights Purchase; Government Shouldn't Expect Just Popularity Points
A Pheu Thai deputy warns that a 1.3 billion baht cabinet plan to buy World Cup broadcasting rights risks repeating past funding mistakes, with unclear sources and potential harm to vulnerable groups' media access programs.
Famous Buddha Amulet Trader 'Noom Nakhon Pathom' Claims Case Stalled After Two Men Assault Him at Restaurant During Debt Settlement Meeting with 'Madame Kaeng'
A well-known Buddha amulet trader was severely beaten by two men at a restaurant in Nonthaburi during a debt settlement meeting on January 14, leaving him with a fractured skull and internal bleeding. Police have reviewed CCTV footage showi
Princess Chulabhorn donates 690,000 cancer drug tablets to patients across Thailand
Princess Chulabhorn donated 690,000 tablets of Imcranib 100, Thailand's first domestically developed targeted cancer drug, to the National Health Security Office for distribution to patients nationwide under the universal healthcare scheme.
Transport Ministry Eyes 200 Billion Baht Support for Transport Sector EV Transition with Zero Tax
Thailand's Transport Ministry plans to allocate 200 billion baht to help transport operators switch to electric vehicles with zero annual tax, targeting seven operator groups including taxis, buses, and songthaews struggling with rising fue
Experts Warn Against 5 Trees You Shouldn't Plant in Front of Your House—Silent Problems Many Overlook
Experts warn against planting five types of fruit trees—including durian, star fruit, breadfruit, and fig—near homes due to maintenance challenges, falling fruit hazards, pest attraction, and structural damage risks.
Phuket Town shrine faces encroachment complaint
PHUKET: An iconic Chinese shrine in Phuket Town is facing the prospect of demolishing or relocating structures after officials confirmed a land encroachment complaint involving neighbouring property boundaries.
Yonex Delights Thai Badminton Fans with Meet-and-Greet with Star Athletes on May 15 at Paragon
Yonex hosts a meet-and-greet with star badminton athletes on May 15 at Siam Paragon, celebrating over 14 years of supporting Thai players through partnerships with top academies.
Deputy Police Commissioner Leads Meeting on Crime Prevention in Line with Government's Illegal Firearms Crackdown
Thai police launched a crackdown on illegal firearms and crime across 88 stations nationwide, with commanders ordered to strengthen community policing and increase patrols in high-risk areas to reduce property crimes and weapons in public s
Editorial – The 2553 Protest Dispersal Cases
Charges against former leaders in Thailand's 2010 protest dispersal—which killed nearly 100 people—have been dismissed after courts ruled the case involved abuse of authority rather than intentional killing, leaving victims' families withou
Global Stock Markets Rally on Peace Deal Hopes; Experts Recommend Accumulating AI and Clean Energy Stocks
Global stock markets rallied this week on hopes of a U.S.-Iran peace deal and strong tech earnings, with analysts recommending investors accumulate AI and clean energy stocks while valuations remain reasonable.