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Coach Mee Admits Thai Futsal Team Played Below Standard, Loses to Iraq in Asian Championship
The Thai national futsal team was eliminated from the 2026 Asian Futsal Championship after a 2-4 loss to Iraq. Head coach Raksaphon Sainetrngam admitted the team played poorly and apologized to fans for the disappointing performance.
Phoomtham Honors Sacrificing Soldiers, Pushes for Veteran Support and Benefits
Former Thai Defense Minister Phoomtham Wechayachai honored war veterans and highlighted the importance of supporting those who have served the nation. He emphasized creating programs to assist retired soldiers, including housing, career development, and increased benefits.
80-Year-Old Grandfather Finds 'Bland' Diet Leads to Kidney Failure and Intestinal Cancer
A Taiwanese kidney specialist warns about the hidden health risks of seemingly 'bland' processed breakfast foods after documenting an 80-year-old patient's severe kidney and cancer diagnosis. The case highlights how certain traditional breakfast items can silently damage health over decades through high sodium, sugar, and fat content.
Cabinet Approves SME Credit Boost Measure to Support Disaster-Affected Debtors
The Thai government has approved a comprehensive financial support package for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the SME Credit Boost measure. The initiative includes a 20 billion baht compensation fund to stimulate new loans and provide relief for disaster-affected businesses by suspending loan payments for 12 months.
UNESCO to Conduct On-Site Survey for Chiang Mai World Heritage Candidacy
UNESCO is set to inspect Chiang Mai in June as part of its World Heritage site evaluation. The assessment will focus on eight key cultural sites, potentially recognizing the city as a 'living heritage' destination that preserves its historical traditions and urban landscape.
Alcohol Board Reports: 2-Month Alcohol Sales Time Relaxation Shows No Significant Impact, Monitoring Continues for 4 More Months
Thailand's Public Health Ministry has reported no significant negative impacts from relaxed alcohol sales hours during a two-month trial period. The government continues monitoring alcohol-related incidents and is considering potential permanent policy changes, with a focus on comprehensive data collection.
It Begins! Bank of Thailand and SEC Link Data to Intensively Check USDT Transactions, Block Grey Funds
The Bank of Thailand and Securities and Exchange Commission have initiated a collaborative data-sharing mechanism to investigate irregularities in digital asset transactions. This move is part of a broader effort to track and prevent potential financial crimes and money laundering in digital asset exchanges.
Be On Cloud Pushes 'Rakee (THE STAIN)' Beyond Just Art
Thai film 'Rakee (THE STAIN)' has become an instant social media sensation with its provocative trailer and artistic posters. The psychological thriller featuring top Thai actors promises a complex narrative that goes beyond traditional romantic storytelling, generating significant buzz across multiple countries.
Atthakorn Counters Olympic Committee, Points Out 1.2 Billion Baht Budget Proposed from the Start
Thai Sports Minister Atthakorn Sirirattayakorn addressed budget concerns for national athletes, confirming a 1.2 billion baht budget for international competitions. Despite acknowledging the budget might be insufficient, he committed to finding solutions to ensure Thai athletes can participate in upcoming events.
Pitha Appeals to Sisaket: Give 'Orange Underdog' a Chance to Prove Ourselves
People's Party leader Pitha Limcharoenrat rallied in Sisaket, proposing innovative agricultural development strategies and urging voters to support his party's candidates. He emphasized creating added value for local products and asked voters to choose his party's vision for regional transformation.
Thai National Futsal Team Loses to Iraq, Eliminated in Asian Championship Round of 16
The Thai national futsal team was eliminated from the Asian Championship after losing to Iraq in a closely contested match. Despite creating multiple scoring opportunities, Thailand could not overcome Iraq's defensive strategy and goal-scoring efficiency.
Good News for Yom-Nan Farmers! Green Climate Fund Gives Green Light to Enhance Resilience
The Green Climate Fund has approved a groundbreaking water management project in Phitsanulok Province, focusing on climate adaptation and ecosystem restoration. The initiative involves three pilot areas designed to improve water storage, flood prevention, and agricultural sustainability through innovative ecosystem-based strategies.