Thailand and China have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding transportation cooperation, with both sides pledging closer coordination to accelerate major infrastructure projects and stre...
Thailand and China have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding transportation cooperation, with both sides pledging closer coordination to accelerate major infrastructure projects and stre...
PTT Group's Community Smiles program has supported nearly 700 Thai communities over four years, marketing over 2,000 locally-made products while promoting sustainable livelihoods rooted in traditional resources and craftsmanship.
Thai communities have long drawn their identity and character from nature and local resources—plants, vegetables, fruits, and traditional herbs. By developing these resources alongside local knowledge and distinctive craftsmanship, communities can create livelihoods and transform local assets into sustainable income.
PTT Group recognized this potential across Thailand and launched the "Community Smiles" program to expand marketing channels and create opportunities for community products to reach consumers more widely.
Advancing Community Smiles Toward Sustainable Business The Community Smiles program was initiated by PTT Group to support farmers and community entrepreneurs affected by the Covid-19 crisis, serving as a bridge to distribute goods to consumers. It later evolved into a social enterprise model and opened the Community Smiles Official Store at PTT's headquarters. To date, nearly 700 communities have joined the program, offering over 2,000 products.
Four Years of Community Smiles: Four Dimensions of Happiness Happiness Through "Living Well"—Creating jobs, income, and improved quality of life rooted in community foundations. The program promotes local resources, wisdom, and identity as stable livelihoods, enabling people to achieve better quality of life, self-reliance, and sustainable growth from their own roots.
Happiness Through "Caring for Earth and Home"—Adding value to waste materials toward environmentally friendly happiness. The program supports the creation of eco-friendly products by reusing waste materials and local resources, maximizing their benefit while reducing environmental impact and protecting local heritage.
Happiness Through "Pride in Value"—Elevating community wisdom into valued products and stories. Every community product reflects stories, ways of life, and wisdom passed down through generations, fostering pride in what communities possess and sustaining local identity.
Happiness Through "Growing Together"—Uniting all sectors to create shared growth and happiness. Over four years, Community Smiles has grown through cooperation between organizations, communities, and customers. True happiness comes from balanced growth together, and every partnership strengthens the community economy and spreads smiles sustainably.
Everyone is invited to support community products, because every item begins with a community's smile and reaches yours. Interested parties can explore products or apply to join the program via the Community Smiles Facebook page.
Police arrested two women in Bangkok for manufacturing thousands of drug-laced vaping devices laced with etomidate, an anesthetic used as a recreational drug, after dark web surveillance uncovered their operation.
On July 16, 2025, Metropolitan Police Division 3 officers arrested Ratnawalee (surname withheld), 24, and Jariyaporn (surname withheld), 22, in connection with manufacturing and distributing e-cigarettes mixed with etomidate. Police seized 2,936 port-k vaping devices, three liters each of VG and PG base liquids, 27 bottles of VGPG solution, 300 grams of etomidate powder, fruit flavoring concentrates, mixing equipment including magnetic stirrers, beakers, and a digital scale from a house in Nuan Chanthorn subdistrict, Bueng Kum district, Bangkok.
The investigation began after authorities monitored dark web social media and discovered advertisements selling port-k devices to customers in Bangkok entertainment venues or shipped to provinces. On July 15 around 5 p.m., officers spotted the two women carrying boxes from the target house and apprehended them with 400 vaping devices. Further searches revealed large quantities of port-k, liquids, and equipment inside. Both women confessed to producing the devices weekly using a simple formula they called "moo tuu" (refrigerator pork), mixing VG, PG, fruit-flavored liquid concentrate, and etomidate powder. They were paid 20,000 baht per production session and delivered portions to customers across provinces via courier services using phone numbers registered by their employer.
Both suspects face charges of unlawfully manufacturing and distributing Class 2 psychotropic substances (etomidate) for commercial purposes and distribution to the public. They have been handed over to Kokkhram Police Station for legal proceedings.
Thailand's Government Lottery drew on July 16, 2026, with a first prize of 6 million baht and secondary prizes ranging from 20,000 to 200,000 baht across multiple categories.
Thailand's Government Lottery Office has released the results for the July 16, 2026 draw. The first prize is worth 6 million baht per ticket. Adjacent first prizes offer 100,000 baht each (2 winners), while three-digit front prizes and three-digit back prizes award 4,000 baht each (2 winners each). The two-digit back prize offers 2,000 baht. Second prize winners (5 total) receive 200,000 baht each, third prize winners (10 total) get 80,000 baht each, fourth prize winners (50 total) earn 40,000 baht each, and fifth prize winners (100 total) receive 20,000 baht each.
Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation(MHESI) is strengthening efforts to combat PM2.5 pollution in northern Thailand by promoting the “Zero Burn to Earn: S...
Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation(MHESI) is strengthening efforts to combat PM2.5 pollution in northern Thailand by promoting the “Zero Burn to Earn: S...
Thailand’s Ministry of Energy has reinforced its partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) through discussions aimed at expanding bilateral energycooperation and promoting long-term inves...
Thailand’s Ministry of Energy has reinforced its partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) through discussions aimed at expanding bilateral energycooperation and promoting long-term inves...
Thailand's flagship marine conservation exhibition opens free July 29 to August 12 at Siam Paragon, featuring immersive 360° underwater experiences and workshops on coral restoration and ocean protection.
Experience an immersive 360° underwater world with free entry from July 29 to August 12, 2026, at NEX Hall in Siam Paragon. "YOUNG Sea Guardians: SEA THE CHANGE—Building a New Ocean World With Our Hands" is Thailand's flagship marine conservation exhibition, inviting visitors to explore the underwater realm through innovative learning experiences that are visually stunning, entertaining, and inspiring. The event transforms awareness into action and calls on everyone to help restore Thai seas sustainably. Organized by the Thai Coral Reef and Marine Life Conservation Foundation, this exhibition brings together support from government agencies, the private sector, researchers, conservationists, and young people to share Thailand's ocean stories through modern technology and inspire all to become "protectors of Thai seas." The event runs from July 29 to August 12, 2026, at NEX Hall, Level 5, Siam Paragon shopping center, with free admission throughout.
Highlights not to miss:
Dive into the underwater world via 360° immersive experience: Experience a virtual underwater world with surround sound and visuals, encountering schools of marine animals and glowing giant jellyfish. The exhibition then gradually educates visitors about the crises facing Thailand's seas and invites everyone to become part of the solution.
Learn ocean restoration from real practitioners: Discover the behind-the-scenes work of researchers and conservationists through accessible, participatory exhibitions covering microplastic surveys, coral reef restoration, marine emergency rooms for injured sea creatures, and the marine conservation legacy of Queen Sirikit and Princess Sirivannavari.
Over 30 activities and talks and workshops throughout 15 days: Enhance your experience with workshops and activities for all ages, including coral restoration, marine waste reduction, and conservation diving preparation, plus discussions by researchers, conservationists, and marine experts sharing knowledge and inspiration.
Community market supporting coastal communities: Browse eco-friendly products and goods from coastal communities nationwide that reflect conservation principles while supporting community income and sustainability.
Because change starts with everyone: Whether you're a child, youth, family, student, diver, or someone who never thought the sea was relevant to daily life, SEA THE CHANGE will help you discover that every aspect of our lives is connected to the ocean, and everyone can help create a "new ocean world" by starting with themselves.
Join this year's major marine conservation experience—YOUNG Sea Guardians: SEA THE CHANGE—Building a New Ocean World With Our Hands, July 29 to August 12, 2026, at NEX Hall, Level 5, Siam Paragon shopping center. Free admission throughout. Register at: https://forms.gle/2zkKCb7M94x7j2DX8
Thailand’s Commerce Minister is attending the 2026 APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade (MRT) Meeting in China, where Thailand aims to strengthen regional trade cooperation, promote sustainable econ...
Thailand’s Commerce Minister is attending the 2026 APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade (MRT) Meeting in China, where Thailand aims to strengthen regional trade cooperation, promote sustainable econ...
The Royal Irrigation Department is clearing waterways of weeds and obstructions nationwide to improve drainage and water storage ahead of the rainy season, using specialized equipment to reduce flood risk and support agriculture.
The Royal Irrigation Department is accelerating weed and water obstruction removal across national irrigation areas to boost drainage and water storage efficiency during the rainy season while minimizing flood risk and maximizing agricultural benefits. Operations include clearing water hyacinth and weeds from irrigation and drainage canals and critical water sources using specialized equipment—weed-removal boats, excavators, and support machinery—deployed nationwide to improve water flow, reduce blockages during heavy downpours, and enhance water retention for dry periods. The department has emphasized that all units must monitor work progress and tailor machinery deployment to suit local conditions, ensuring efficient removal operations that support comprehensive water management. The Irrigation Department reaffirms its commitment to sustained weed and obstruction removal alongside continuous water monitoring and multi-faceted management to maintain irrigation system performance, reduce flood risk, increase water storage capacity, and deliver lasting water security for people and agriculture.
The National Innovation Agency (NIA) participated in the 14th Global Research Council (GRC) Annual Meeting 2026, joining international leaders to help shape the future direction of global research and...
The National Innovation Agency (NIA) participated in the 14th Global Research Council (GRC) Annual Meeting 2026, joining international leaders to help shape the future direction of global research and...
The Thailand reaffirmed its commitment to universal health coverage, global health security, and resilient healthcare systems during the 79th World Health Assembly held at the Palais des Nations in Ge...
The Thailand reaffirmed its commitment to universal health coverage, global health security, and resilient healthcare systems during the 79th World Health Assembly held at the Palais des Nations in Ge...