Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul met with Nippon Steel Corporation executives to discuss upgrading Thailand’s steel sector toward green industry standards, while reinforcing industrial product qua...
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul met with Nippon Steel Corporation executives to discuss upgrading Thailand’s steel sector toward green industry standards, while reinforcing industrial product qua...
A new cultural phenomenon is sweeping across Thailand as "Bangkok City," the latest hit single by pop icon KT Kratae, emerges as a dynamic force in cultural Soft Power. Seamlessly blending feel-good d...
A new cultural phenomenon is sweeping across Thailand as "Bangkok City," the latest hit single by pop icon KT Kratae, emerges as a dynamic force in cultural Soft Power. Seamlessly blending feel-good d...
Hundreds of pilgrims visited Wat Luang Por Pak Daeng in Nakhon Nayok to seek lottery numbers and blessings from the revered temple statue ahead of the July 16 draw.
On July 16, 2569, visitors continued visiting Wat Luang Por Pak Daeng in Ban Yai Subdistrict, Muang District, Nakhon Nayok Province, to pay respects to the revered Luang Por Pak Daeng statue and seek blessings for luck, business success, and trouble resolution. Pilgrims presented offerings, paid homage to the golden Thao Wessuwanna Buddha image, released fish as merit-making, and paid respects to an ancient boat. They also peered into the sacred water basin set up by temple staff to spot lottery numbers ahead of the July 16 draw, with numbers including 9, 4, 2, 1, and 9 reported.
Wat Phramani is another over-100-year-old temple where the sacred Luang Por Pak Daeng Buddha image draws devoted worshippers who present offerings of bananas, betel nuts, garlands, and red water to seek blessings. The statue is prominently displayed in the temple's ordination hall.
PhraTeepwatchiphromakun (Luang Por Tung Vajasidhis), the provincial ecclesiastical officer and abbot, said he hoped all devotees would achieve success in their wishes and encouraged them to create merit, as goodness eventually returns to those who practice it.
In a significant boost for Thailand’s Gastronomy Soft Power, Thai Iced Tea has been ranked as the 9th Best Non-Alcoholic Beverage in the World by TasteAtlas for April 2026. This prestigious recognit...
In a significant boost for Thailand’s Gastronomy Soft Power, Thai Iced Tea has been ranked as the 9th Best Non-Alcoholic Beverage in the World by TasteAtlas for April 2026. This prestigious recognit...
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has officially launched the "Chiang Mai Prototype" project, a strategic initiative designed to transform Chiang Mai into a world-class sustainable destination. ...
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has officially launched the "Chiang Mai Prototype" project, a strategic initiative designed to transform Chiang Mai into a world-class sustainable destination. ...
A modified pickup truck struck a van on the Krathing Lai overpass in Pattaya early July 16, leaving five people injured. Police impounded both vehicles and are investigating the pickup driver, who appeared incoherent at the scene.
At 3:00 a.m. on July 16, 2569, Lieutenant Manot Tipwech of Banglamung Police Station responded to a report of a modified pickup truck rear-ending a van on the Krathing Lai overpass heading into Pattaya in Banglamung District, Chonburi Province. At the scene, officers found a gray Isuzu D-Max pickup truck with Chonburi license plates that had struck the rear of a bronze-colored Toyota van, causing severe damage to the van's back end.
Investigators found five injured people: Phonsorn (surname withheld), 38, the pickup driver; Anon (surname withheld), 46, a passenger in the pickup; Akkom (surname withheld), 35, the van driver; Panya (surname withheld), 35, a van passenger; and Thichakorn (surname withheld), 34, also in the van.
Relatives of the injured van passengers explained they had finished selling goods at Rohpoh Market and were traveling in convoy back to Pattaya when they heard a loud crash. A road worker at the scene reported seeing the pickup truck traveling at high speed in a reckless manner before it lost control and struck the van's rear, causing multiple injuries.
Police photographed the scene for evidence and impounded both vehicles at Banglamung Station. The pickup driver, who was incoherent during questioning, was taken in for further investigation and will face legal charges.
BANGKOK: The Department of Local Administration (DLA) has submitted a list of 5,814 candidates whose examination scores were found to be irregular to the Central Examination Committee for consideration of revoking their appointments.
BANGKOK: The Department of Local Administration (DLA) has submitted a list of 5,814 candidates whose examination scores were found to be irregular to the Central Examination Committee for consideration of revoking their appointments.
Phuket authorities seized 23 unregistered jet skis and issued maximum fines of 10,000 baht each in a crackdown on illegal maritime operations to improve tourist safety.
Phuket authorities have launched a major crackdown on illegal jet ski operations, seizing 23 unregistered vessels and imposing fines of up to 10,000 baht per boat to strengthen maritime safety and restore tourist confidence. On July 16, Adul Ralugmun, director of the Phuket branch of the Regional Port Authority, ordered vessel inspector Theeraphong Pannakanok and port authority staff to conduct joint patrols with marine police across land and water areas under their jurisdiction, after receiving instructions to urgently address jet ski service problems and enforce laws rigorously.
The inspections resulted in 23 violations of operating boats without proper licenses, a breach of Section 9 of the Boat Navigation Act in Thai Waters. All offenders received maximum penalties of 10,000 baht as prescribed by law.
The Phuket Port Authority confirmed it will continue monitoring and enforcing maritime regulations to elevate safety standards for sea tourism, protect travelers, and ensure jet ski services throughout Phuket operate strictly within legal requirements.
The Thai government is intensifying efforts to elevate the quality standards of Thai durians in a bid to strengthen consumer confidence and maintain the country’s leadership in the global durian mar...
The Thai government is intensifying efforts to elevate the quality standards of Thai durians in a bid to strengthen consumer confidence and maintain the country’s leadership in the global durian mar...
UNESCO and Thailand’s Equitable Education Fund (EEF) have signed a new memorandum of understanding in Bangkok to strengthen regional cooperation on equitable education across ASEAN and partner count...
UNESCO and Thailand’s Equitable Education Fund (EEF) have signed a new memorandum of understanding in Bangkok to strengthen regional cooperation on equitable education across ASEAN and partner count...
Thailand's Rubber Authority marked 11 years of operations with a new focus on green innovation and sustainable farming practices to boost farmer income and global competitiveness.
The Thai Rubber Organization (RAOT) celebrated its 11th anniversary on July 15, 2026, at its headquarters and outlined its operational direction for year 12, aiming to develop the entire rubber industry through technology, research, and innovation alongside promoting environmentally friendly production. The event was presided over by Vinarodon Sapsangsuk, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, who presented RAOT's new policy framework as the country's key mechanism for comprehensive rubber management. RAOT Deputy Director of Operations Disathad Wattanaphon presented the organization's accomplishments and future direction.
Vinarodon stated that over 11 years, RAOT has continuously advanced Thai rubber development and become the primary organization managing the rubber sector across the entire value chain—from upstream to downstream. The organization has promoted industry upgrades in production, processing, marketing, and value creation to improve quality of life for rubber farmers and strengthen Thai rubber's global competitiveness. Moving into year 12, RAOT will leverage knowledge, technology, research, and innovation to develop the sector while promoting environmentally friendly rubber plantation practices, aligning with the Agriculture Ministry's five core policies on innovative agriculture for sustainable farming, which focus on boosting production, increasing income, developing farmer capacity, promoting market-led production, and ensuring sustainable water resource management.
"I want rubber farmers to have confidence that RAOT is committed to ensuring everyone achieves stable income and internationally standard products while practicing environmentally friendly farming, emphasizing organic and biological fertilizers," Vinarodon said. "In year 12, RAOT will strengthen the organization to continue developing the entire rubber industry. We envision Thailand becoming the world's highest-quality rubber producer, which is achievable through coordinated cooperation across all sectors."
Kosol Boonkhong, RAOT Acting Governor, revealed that RAOT's 11 years represent a significant growth milestone reflecting the organization's role as the primary agricultural agency driving comprehensive rubber industry development. Over this period, RAOT has continuously advanced operations in production, research, processing, and marketing to secure the sector from upstream through downstream while elevating Thai rubber's global competitiveness. Moving toward year 12, RAOT is ready to continue its mission.