Regional

Minister Vows to Push Forward on Nui Beach Resort Demolition

The Natural Resources and Environment Minister vows to proceed with demolishing an illegal resort at Nui Beach in Phuket despite a pending court lawsuit, determined to combat forest encroachment.

17 Aug The Phuket News

PHUKET: Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin has said he is not afraid of a lawsuit filed in the Phuket Administrative Court over the demolition of a resort at Nui Beach, insisting the government will continue action against forest encroachment.

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National

PM: US AI Choice Separate From Thai Trade Talks

Thailand's prime minister says the country's neutral stance on US-China AI competition won't affect trade negotiations, insisting security and commercial talks operate under separate frameworks.

17 Aug Khaosod

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National

Fake Electricity-Saving Plug Still Duping Buyers in 2026

Fraudulent electricity-saving plugs claiming to cut bills by 30–90% continue deceiving Thai consumers despite expert warnings, with authorities confirming the devices—often containing just a capacitor or LED—pose fire risks and deliver no e

17 Aug Khaosod

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National

EGCO Group Posts 19.2 Billion Baht Revenue, 1.5 Billion Profit

EGCO Group recorded 19.2 billion baht in revenue and 1.5 billion baht net profit for the first half of 2025, driven by efficient cost management at Thai power plants, favorable conditions at Laotian hydroelectric facilities, and expansion o

17 Aug Khaosod

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Police

Teen Found Dead After Spearfishing Accident Near Phuket

PHUKET: The body of a 17-year-old boy who went missing while spearfishing in the channel separating Phuket from the mainland has been found after more than a day of searching over the weekend.

17 Aug The Phuket News

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National

Deputy PM Defends AI Project, Ready for No-Confidence Debate

Deputy PM Yosthanan Wongsotsadit defended his ministry's AI project on August 17, saying proper procedures were followed and he is prepared to face opposition no-confidence motion debate.

17 Aug Khaosod

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Community

BE aLife Campaign Expands to Include Athletes Aged 50+

The BE aLife campaign adds a 50-plus age category to its fitness racing competition at True Digital Park, with over 1,000 participants competing in running and functional fitness challenges across multiple weeks in August.

17 Aug Khaosod

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National

PM Dismisses Anti-Government Protest Reports as Fake News

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dismissed anti-government protest reports as fake news on August 17, while defending his cabinet's readiness to address a planned opposition no-confidence motion.

17 Aug Khaosod

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National

The Tom Thailand 2026 Gains Momentum With Major Sponsors

Thailand's first Tom pageant is building momentum with major corporate sponsors, including electric bicycle maker Sagasonic, as organizers prepare for auditions at Khao Yai starting September 6 with finals scheduled for October 3.

17 Aug Khaosod

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National

PM: Quality of Life Requires Daily Thought Beyond Single Programs

Prime Minister Anuthun Charnweerakul says improving quality of life requires continuous planning across multiple areas, not single programs, rejecting comparisons to welfare policies for Thai Help Thai Plus Phase 2.

17 Aug Khaosod

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Police

Concrete Slab Crushes Worker in Bangkok; Rescue Underway

A concrete slab collapsed and trapped a worker near Samsen Road in Bangkok's Dusit District on Friday morning, with rescue teams working to extract him from beneath the debris.

17 Aug Khaosod

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