National

Thailand Eyes LGBTQ+ Economy as Growth Driver

BANGKOK: Thailand should recognise its LGBTQ+ economy as a new growth engine that requires legal and structural reforms to attract investment and enhance global competitiveness, according to several speakers at a recent forum.

24 Jul The Phuket News

BANGKOK: Thailand should recognise its LGBTQ+ economy as a new growth engine that requires legal and structural reforms to attract investment and enhance global competitiveness, according to several speakers at a recent forum.

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Police

Police Dismantle 'Style Cycle' Scam Ring, Arrest 17 Suspects

Police arrested 17 suspects across 11 provinces in a takedown of the "Style Cycle" online scam ring that defrauded victims of millions of baht through fake shop registrations and account activation schemes. The gang operated a sophisticated

24 Jul Khaosod

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National

Thailand Pushes for Balanced Trade Deal With US

Thailand secured exemptions for over half its US exports from new 10-12.5% retaliatory tariffs imposed July 24, while negotiators push for a balanced trade deal to protect both nations' interests and long-term economic ties.

24 Jul Khaosod

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National

Royal Gazette Announces Ecclesiastical Rank for Monk at Wat Kai Tia

A Bangkok monk at Wat Kai Tia received a royal ecclesiastical promotion to Phra Khru Wachrathorn, effective July 23, in recognition of his religious duties and suitability for the position.

24 Jul Khaosod

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National

Lawmaker Urges Digital Minister to Brief Panel on TH-AI Passport Deal

A Thai lawmaker demands the Digital Minister brief Parliament's budget committee on the controversial TH-AI Passport deal, citing agency non-cooperation and allegations that advertising cost estimates are misleadly low by roughly 8 million

24 Jul Khaosod

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Police

Orm Kornnaphat Takes Immediate Legal Action Against Defamation

Thai actress Orm Kornnaphat has authorized Shanghai Protector Law Firm to pursue immediate legal action against those spreading defamatory content about her on Chinese social media platforms, with no further warning letters to be issued.

24 Jul Khaosod

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Police

Phuket Police Arrest Two In Cannabis Shop Raids

PHUKET: Phuket authorities have arrested two more people and seized cannabis products worth an estimated B120,000 in the latest phase of the provinces ongoing crackdown on cannabis businesses.

24 Jul The Phuket News

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Weather

Nine Provinces Face Landslide, Flashflood Risk From Heavy Rain

Nine Thai provinces face elevated risks of landslides and flash floods as heavy monsoon rains continue through July 24, with northern Thailand and the Andaman coast most vulnerable to the next 24 hours of severe weather.

24 Jul Khaosod

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National

Hudson Promises Attacking Football as Thailand Launches AFF Cup 2026

Thailand's coach Anthony Hudson vows an aggressive attacking approach as the team opens the 2026 AFC Cup against Laos on July 24, with Hudson backing young talented players despite Thailand being ranked significantly higher globally.

24 Jul Khaosod

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National

Fed's Balance Sheet Shift Could Boost Gold Toward $4,200

Fed policy shifts toward balance sheet reduction could weaken the dollar and push gold prices toward $4,200 per ounce, though Treasury yields remain a critical wildcard in determining the metal's direction.

24 Jul Khaosod

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Police

Police Bust Fake Fatherhood Scheme Affecting Nearly 1,500 Foreign Children

Thai police dismantled a "fake father" scheme that fraudulently granted Thai citizenship to nearly 1,500 foreign children through false paternity claims, arresting four suspects including two Chinese parents and two Thai men acting as nomin

24 Jul Khaosod

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