National

Travel Agents Urge Stronger Tourism Ties With China

Thai travel agents are calling on the government to negotiate stronger tourism ties with China during this week's official visit, citing Beijing's slowing economic growth as an opportunity to boost affordable travel connections.

16 Jul The Phuket News

BANGKOK: With Chinese economic growth at a three-year low in the second quarter, the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) has urged the government to discuss agreements with Beijing to strengthen affordable connectivity and bilateral tourism cooperation during this week’s official visit.

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National

Army Region 2 Invites Public to Charity Run Honoring Fallen Heroes

Army Region 2 is hosting a charity run on December 20 at historic Pra Sat Ta Khwai to honor fallen soldiers and commemorate their sacrifice for Thailand.

16 Jul Khaosod

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Community

First-Edition Luang Pho Thiang Medal Released from Tham Nimit Temple

Wat Tham Nimit in Samut Songkhram Province releases its first-edition Luang Pho Thiang medal, a brass amulet cast in B.E. 2461 as a cremation memorial for the respected second abbot who died in B.E. 2458 at age 83.

16 Jul Khaosod

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Community

Revered Buddhist Amulets and Coins Showcase Regional Heritage

Revered Buddhist monks across Thailand had commemorative coins and amulets struck to honor their spiritual teachings and protect devotees, with examples spanning from Bangkok to Satun showcasing regional heritage and devotion practices.

16 Jul Khaosod

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Tourism

Thai Pastry Chef Creates First Michelin-Starred Moon Cake

Thai pastry chef Dech Kiuakachcha partners with Michelin-starred Chef Hideki Sato to create Thailand's first three-Michelin-starred moon cakes, available for pre-order through August 12 with a 20% early-bird discount.

16 Jul Khaosod

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Community

Khon Kaen Villagers Hunt Grasshoppers After Dark

Villagers in Khon Kaen's Ban Non Tun hunt grasshoppers at night using headlamps and simple tools, selling the protein-rich insects for extra income during peak harvest season.

16 Jul Khaosod

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Police

Appeals Court Upholds 2-Year Sentence for Anon Nampha

Thailand's appeals court has upheld a two-year prison sentence against human rights lawyer Anon Nampha for lèse-majesté charges, bringing his total prison time across all cases to nearly 32 years. The conviction relates to a 2020 university

16 Jul Khaosod

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National

Thai PM Heads to Shanghai to Attract AI Investors

Prime Minister Anutin heads to Shanghai this week to attract artificial intelligence investors and meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping, positioning Thailand as a potential tech hub for Chinese companies.

16 Jul Khaosod

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Community

Yan Ta Fo Phanni Serves Generous Bowls in Sai Noi

Yan Ta Fo Phanni in Sai Noi serves generous bowls of red noodle soup topped with nine different ingredients including fish balls, squid, and jellyfish in a rich, aromatic broth. The restaurant recently moved to Bangrua-Sai Noi Road and offe

16 Jul Khaosod

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Police

Police Honor Officers' Heroic Rescue of Three from Beer Factory Fire

Police commended Sergeant Major Suphraj Yodathul for rescuing three people from a beer factory fire in Bangkok on July 12-13, though he remains hospitalized receiving oxygen treatment with stable condition.

16 Jul Khaosod

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Community

Karen Weavers Revive Traditions in Northern Thailand

Karen weavers in Chiang Mai's Ban Laeykaeo village preserve centuries-old textile traditions using natural dyes and hand-weaving techniques while adapting designs for modern markets. The cooperative of over 100 artisans across eight village

16 Jul Khaosod

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