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Bicycles in Siam's Royal Court: A Literary Journey
During King Rama V's reign, bicycles symbolized wealth and status among Thai royalty before becoming fashionable among the upper class, a trend captured in the novel "Four Reigns" by Sansanee Veerasil Chai.
Lawmaker Slams Scant Payout for Rocket-Damaged PTT Pump Station
A Thai lawmaker criticized inadequate compensation for a PTT pump station owner in Sisaket whose facility was damaged by a Cambodian rocket, revealing the state has provided no assistance while the owner faces over 10 million baht in uncove
Men Over 40 Face Male Menopause Risk, Doctor Warns
Men over 40 can experience male menopause due to declining testosterone levels, affecting sexual performance, mood, muscle mass, and increasing cardiovascular disease risk. A Taiwanese urologist warns that 24% of men this age have low testo
Thai Politician Attacks Activist Over Senate Candidate Allegations
A Thai politician has accused an activist investigating his party of being part of a coordinated opposition campaign to influence senate elections, claiming past social media activity and alleged vote-trading discussions prove hidden politi
UNESCO Unanimously Designates Nakhon Si Thammarat Temple World Heritage Site
Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahaviharn in Nakhon Si Thammarat has been unanimously approved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, marking Thailand's ninth inscription and the first cultural heritage designation in southern Thailand.
Actors Call for Stricter Nightlife Safety Standards
Thai actors call for stricter safety inspections at nightlife venues following a deadly beer bar fire in Bangkok on July 12, citing inadequate emergency protocols and overcrowding as ongoing concerns.
Peace Scholar Proposes 10-Point Strategy After Rangers Killed
A peace scholar proposed a 10-point strategy to end southern Thailand's cycle of violence after five rangers were killed in a border attack, emphasizing swift decision-making and data-driven prevention over reactive responses.
Famous Singers Join OTOP Fest Celebrating Central Thailand Culture
Top Thai singers headline the Chao Phraya Pa Sak OTOP Fest in July 2026, celebrating regional culture and local products across six central provinces with traditional performances, artisan goods, and community cuisine.
PTT Baan Phuea Station Ineligible For State Compensation
A PTT fuel station in Sisaket Province was denied government compensation for damage from foreign military action in July, as insurance and corporate partners had already covered losses totaling over 3 million baht.
National Science Museum Opens New Butterfly Garden With Nature Trail
The National Science Museum opened a butterfly garden and nature trail featuring nine learning stations and displays of 30 Thai butterfly species, offering hands-on environmental education to foster conservation awareness.
Parliament Moves to Preserve Lanna Weaving Heritage
Parliament's Religion, Arts and Culture Committee held a major forum in Nan province to preserve traditional Lanna cloth weaving, which risks disappearing as master weavers age and younger generations lose interest in the centuries-old craf
Ex-Pheu Thai Spokesman Proposes Four-Point Plan Against US Tariffs
Former Pheu Thai spokesman Prom Pongsa proposes a four-point economic plan to counter US tariffs of 12.5% on Thai goods, which could cost the economy over one trillion baht and threaten exports, jobs, and SMEs. His plan includes establishin