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Thai Deputy PM Orders Probe Into Excessive Force on Chinese Citizen
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Thai Deputy PM Orders Probe Into Excessive Force on Chinese Citizen

Thailand's Deputy PM has ordered an investigation into claims that security personnel used excessive force against a Chinese citizen at a book fair, following a complaint from the Chinese Embassy.

Warning Signs of Colon Cancer Adults Over 45 Should Never Ignore
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Warning Signs of Colon Cancer Adults Over 45 Should Never Ignore

Adults over 45 should watch for warning signs of colorectal cancer, including gradual bloating, constipation, and cramping that worsen over time, as tumors in different colon sections cause distinct symptoms ranging from fatigue and weight

Thailand Cycling Championship Final Set for Bhumibol Dam
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Thailand Cycling Championship Final Set for Bhumibol Dam

Thailand's cycling federation will hold the final round of the 2025 national championships at Bhumibol Dam from August 7-9, with over 2,000 cyclists competing for royal trophies and the title of national champion.

Environment Minister Leads Royal Birthday Merit-Making Ceremony
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Environment Minister Leads Royal Birthday Merit-Making Ceremony

Environment Minister Suchat Chomklin led Buddhist merit-making ceremonies at Sanam Luang on July 28 to honor the King's birthday, with over 175 monks receiving alms from ministry officials and other government personnel.

PM Denies Lax Rules, Blames Officials in Local Exam Fraud Crackdown
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PM Denies Lax Rules, Blames Officials in Local Exam Fraud Crackdown

Prime Minister Anutin denied that regulations were loosened in a local exam fraud crackdown, instead blaming dishonest officials for applying firm rules improperly. He said investigations have already caught most offenders and that more enf

PM Anutin Dismisses Coalition Rift Reports As Party Matters
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PM Anutin Dismisses Coalition Rift Reports As Party Matters

PM Anutin dismissed coalition tensions on July 28, 2025, insisting there are no internal disputes within his political alliance and calling out media for manufacturing stories about party conflicts.

Thailand Orders Investigation Into Chinese Tourist's Removal
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Thailand Orders Investigation Into Chinese Tourist's Removal

Thailand's Foreign Minister has ordered an investigation after a Chinese tourist was allegedly subjected to excessive force by security at a Bangkok book festival, following a request from the Chinese Embassy.

PM Leads Royal Merit-Making Ceremony on King's Birthday
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PM Leads Royal Merit-Making Ceremony on King's Birthday

Prime Minister Anuthine Charnvirakul led a royal merit-making ceremony at Sanam Luang on July 28 to honor the King's birthday, featuring Buddhist rituals with senior monks and an oath of service by cabinet officials.

Thailand Connects 2,400 Brands to Global Markets via E-Commerce
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Thailand Connects 2,400 Brands to Global Markets via E-Commerce

Thailand's TOPTHAI by DITP program has connected over 2,400 Thai brands to global markets through partnerships with 13 e-commerce platforms across 12 countries, generating hundreds of millions of baht in trade value as the nation shifts tow

Deputy PM Files Defamation Complaint Against Yingluck Over Scandal Claims
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Deputy PM Files Defamation Complaint Against Yingluck Over Scandal Claims

Deputy PM Songkitti Tongsoree is filing a defamation complaint against Yingluck Shinawatra after she publicly linked him to an alleged procurement scandal.

Labor Minister Says Social Security Board Election Will Proceed September 27
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Labor Minister Says Social Security Board Election Will Proceed September 27

Thailand's Labor Minister confirmed the Social Security Board election will proceed on September 27 if an administrative court lifts a temporary suspension order filed by a legal challenger over registration procedures.

Thailand Marks King Maha Vajiralongkorn's Birthday
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Thailand Marks King Maha Vajiralongkorn's Birthday

Thailand celebrates King Maha Vajiralongkorn's birthday on July 28, marking the reign of the Chakri Dynasty's tenth monarch who ascended the throne in 2016.