Regional

Air India Expands Pilot Testing After Phuket Incident

PHUKET: Air India has voluntarily launched a testing programme covering all of its pilots, going beyond existing regulatory requirements, as scrutiny continues following a Phuket-Delhi flight incident earlier this month.

20 Aug The Phuket News

PHUKET: Air India has voluntarily launched a testing programme covering all of its pilots, going beyond existing regulatory requirements, as scrutiny continues following a Phuket-Delhi flight incident earlier this month.

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National

Dechrat Draws Number 4 in Nonthaburi Governor Race

Democrat Party candidate Dechrat Sukkagaenid drew ballot number 4 in the Nonthaburi PAO governor race, pledging a 30-day campaign focused on voter engagement and education, healthcare, and support for farmers ahead of the September 20 elect

20 Aug Khaosod

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National

Thailand Moves to Unlock Trade Barriers in China, India

Thailand's trade promotion agency is tackling export barriers in China and India, launching specialized programs for SMEs in cosmetics, herbs, and jewelry while planning ministerial talks in September to resolve trade restrictions.

20 Aug Khaosod

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Police

Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash; Wife Learns News via Video Call

A 63-year-old security guard died in a motorcycle crash with a van in Ayutthaya Province on August 20; his wife learned of his death when police answered his phone during a video call from their home.

20 Aug Khaosod

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National

GC's Global Sustainability Awards Built on Bold Innovation

Chemical company GC has earned seven consecutive years of top global rankings for sustainability by embedding ESG principles across operations, from developing sustainable aviation fuel to reducing emissions by over 400,000 tons of CO2 sinc

20 Aug Khaosod

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Weather

September Forecast: Heavy Rain Expected Nationwide

Thailand's meteorological department warns of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms affecting 60-80 percent of the country in September, with risks of flash floods and a tropical cyclone potentially approaching Thai territory.

20 Aug Khaosod

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Police

Woman Found Wandering Naked in Udon Thani Seeking Boyfriend

A 26-year-old woman was found wandering naked in Udon Thani searching for her boyfriend, displaying erratic behaviour that a friend suspects may be drug-related following her recent return from working in Pattaya.

20 Aug Khaosod

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Community

Family Announces Memorial Service Schedule for Ray McDonald

Ray McDonald's family has scheduled cremation and merit-making rites at Wat Yang temple from August 20-26, 2026, with Buddhist chanting sessions and a final ceremony on August 26 at 4:00 pm.

20 Aug Khaosod

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Community

Viral Vegetable Seller Gets Special Surprise on Concert Stage

The viral "bitter melon boy" Namo received a surprise award at a GLO Miracle Music concert taping, honoring his inspiring story of selling vegetables to support his family. The episode airs Thursday and Friday on Channel 7HD.

20 Aug Khaosod

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National

Thai Military Hosts Myanmar's New Top Commander

Thailand's military hosted Myanmar's newly appointed top commander on an official visit, with both nations agreeing to expand military education exchanges and strengthen cooperation on border security and environmental issues.

20 Aug Khaosod

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Local

The Koh Lanta school that began in a bungalow with one pupil

A handwritten diary kept at the island's Swedish school records it season by season, from a single child taught by her mother to 220 pupils. It also records the January the tsunami emptied it.

Photo: Illustration: Lanta News

20 Aug Lanta News

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