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New Agriculture Permanent Secretary Approved by Cabinet
The Cabinet approved Rapeephat Chantharisrivongse as the new Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, replacing the outgoing official.
Thai Pageant Queen Showcases Yala Art on Global Stage
Thai pageant queen Aay Kanyalak Nookaew is representing Thailand at Miss Supranational 2026 in Poland, wearing a striking Thai silk dress featuring Yala artwork to showcase regional culture on the global stage.
Doctor Lists 10 Signs of Heart Attack Beyond Chest Pain
A cardiologist shares 10 often-overlooked warning signs of heart attack, including throat tightness, unusual fatigue, and sweating, since cardiac symptoms don't always present as classic chest pain.
PM Orders Review of Welfare Card Criteria for Cabinet Next Week
Prime Minister Anuthin has ordered a review of welfare card eligibility criteria, with plans to expand appeal services to transport and district offices while exempting older vehicles from disqualifying factors.
University Partners With Esports Association On Standards
Kasem Bundit University and Thailand's Esports Association have partnered to develop university-level esports standards through sports science integration, offering students competition opportunities and career pathways in the growing indus
Court Committee Appoints Phaopanji Chobnam as New Justice Office Chief
Phaopanji Chobnam has been appointed secretary-general of the Office of the Court of Justice, taking over from Theerathay Charoenvorakul effective October 1, 2024. The appointment was approved by the Judicial Commission following a Supreme
Military Education Program Lets Soldiers Advance One Degree Per Year
Thailand's military has launched a new education program allowing conscripted soldiers to earn at least one qualification annually while serving, combining flexible online and in-person learning with their military duties.
Phuket 9-Year-Old Wins International Coding Championship
A 9-year-old student from Phuket won two gold medals at the international Coding Olympiad in Rome, ranking first globally in his age group among competitors from over 150 countries.
Thailand Develops AI Tool to Screen for Stroke Risk
Thailand's health authorities and a medical tech company are developing an AI tool to screen for stroke risk using innovative pulse and blood vessel sensors, aiming to improve early detection and reduce the disease's impact across the count
Widow Defends Husband's Case, Demands Respect for the Dead
A 31-year-old man died of blocked coronary arteries after a Ratchaburi hospital refused to perform an EKG despite his chest symptoms, prompting his widow to demand accountability and respect for the deceased.
Thai Orchestra Bridges K-pop and Classical Music for Young Audiences
A Thai orchestra's successful performance of K-pop hits arranged for full symphony has shown promise for introducing younger audiences to classical music through familiar songs. Musicians involved say the project demonstrates how orchestral
Thailand Allocates 843 Million Baht to Restore Irrigation in Five Southern Provinces
Thailand allocated 843 million baht to repair flood-damaged irrigation systems across five southern provinces through 67 projects aimed at restoring agricultural water infrastructure.