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Mai Ratchanok Powers Through Danish Opponent to Reach Malaysia Masters Semifinals

Thai badminton star Mai Ratchanok defeated Denmark's Line Kjaersfeldt in straight sets at the Malaysia Masters to advance to the semifinals in Kuala Lumpur.

Mai Ratchanok Powers Through Danish Opponent to Reach Malaysia Masters Semifinals
22 May Khaosod

The 2026 Malaysia Masters, a World Tour Super 500 tournament with a total prize purse of $500,000 (approximately 16.25 million baht), took place at Unifi Arena Bukit Jalil in Kuala Lumpur on May 22. In the women's singles quarterfinals, world number seven Mai Ratchanok Intanon faced Denmark's Line Kjaersfeldt, ranked 17th. Mai continued her strong form with a dominant straight-set victory, 21-16 and 21-11, advancing to the semifinals where she will meet Denmark's Line Hejmark Kiersfeld, currently ranked 23rd in the world. Meanwhile, Pink Picchayamon Opassanichpat, ranked 27th globally, fell short against China's fourth-ranked Chen Yufei, losing 19-21 and 9-21 to exit the tournament.

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National

Farmers Disappointed as Commerce Minister Supachee Signs MOU to Import 1 Million Tons of GMO Corn from the US

Thailand's Commerce Minister signed a deal to import one million tons of genetically modified corn from the US, ignoring farmer protests that the move will depress already-struggling domestic corn prices.

Farmers Disappointed as Commerce Minister Supachee Signs MOU to Import 1 Million Tons of GMO Corn from the US
22 May Khaosod

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National

Deputy Agriculture Minister Orders Intensified Tilapia Control Efforts Across All Provinces to Combat Black Chin Tilapia Outbreak

Thailand's Deputy Agriculture Minister has ordered urgent nationwide measures to combat an invasive black chin tilapia outbreak spreading across multiple provinces, with officials instructed to intensify containment and eradication efforts

Deputy Agriculture Minister Orders Intensified Tilapia Control Efforts Across All Provinces to Combat Black Chin Tilapia Outbreak
22 May Khaosod

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National

Huaseng Heng: Gold Price Adjustment Signals Trend Change or Just a Pause?

Gold prices have fallen near $4,450 amid selling pressure from rising inflation, higher Treasury yields, and a stronger dollar, with analysts debating whether the decline signals a trend reversal or temporary consolidation. The 200-day movi

Huaseng Heng: Gold Price Adjustment Signals Trend Change or Just a Pause?
22 May Khaosod

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Community

Viral Wedding Defies the Downpour: Bride, Groom, and Guests Keep Celebrating Through the Floods

A Chinese couple and 200-plus wedding guests in Shaanxi Province refused to let flooding spoil their celebration, continuing their meal in ankle-deep water on May 17 after heavy rainfall inundated the venue. Guests remained for hours, dinin

Viral Wedding Defies the Downpour: Bride, Groom, and Guests Keep Celebrating Through the Floods
22 May Khaosod

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National

9 Years in the Making! Pongskor Shatters World Record in 200m Wheelchair Racing in Switzerland

Thai wheelchair racer Pongskor Paiya shattered a 9-year-old world record in the 200m T53 class at Switzerland's Nottwil Para Athletics Grand Prix, clocking 24.89 seconds and edging out Canada's previous mark by 0.15 seconds.

9 Years in the Making! Pongskor Shatters World Record in 200m Wheelchair Racing in Switzerland
22 May Khaosod

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National

Thailand introduces Muslim prayer carriages on southern trains

Thailand's State Railway will launch dedicated prayer carriages on southern train routes from May 22 to help Muslim passengers observe Eid al-Adha, featuring separate prayer rooms and ablution areas for ritual cleansing.

22 May Khaosod

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National

Mom Gror Launches Bangkok Governor Bid on May 24, Unbothered by Competing Against Chatchatchai, Enlists Ex-PM as Advisory Chair

Bangkok governor candidate Mom Gror Kasemsr launches her campaign May 24, enlisting a former prime minister to lead her advisory board as she promises crisis-focused leadership to address cost-of-living issues.

Mom Gror Launches Bangkok Governor Bid on May 24, Unbothered by Competing Against Chatchatchai, Enlists Ex-PM as Advisory Chair
22 May Khaosod

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National

Chaiyachon Integrates Disaster Response Cooperation, Moves Forward with ONE ID Initiative for Cabinet Approval

Thailand's Digital Economy Minister announced disaster response protocols and a comprehensive ONE ID system for cabinet approval, while telecoms unveiled a public safety mobile network covering 75 provinces to strengthen emergency communica

Chaiyachon Integrates Disaster Response Cooperation, Moves Forward with ONE ID Initiative for Cabinet Approval
22 May Khaosod

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National

Thawee, Rohm, and Neneh Lead Justice Committee Inspection of Bangkok Prison to Improve Inmates' Quality of Life Before Release

A parliamentary justice committee led by former Justice Minister Thawee Sodsong inspected Bangkok Special Prison to assess conditions and discuss improving rehabilitation programs and legal aid access for inmates serving long sentences.

Thawee, Rohm, and Neneh Lead Justice Committee Inspection of Bangkok Prison to Improve Inmates' Quality of Life Before Release
22 May Khaosod

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Regional

Sirawit Falls to South Korea, Misses Medal at Asian Taekwondo Championships

Thailand's taekwondo team failed to medal at the Asian Championships in Mongolia, with SEA Games champion Sirawit losing to South Korea's Yang Hee Chan in the semi-finals despite previous victories over the same opponent.

Sirawit Falls to South Korea, Misses Medal at Asian Taekwondo Championships
22 May Khaosod

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