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Thailand Bolsters Border Security Against Cambodia
Thailand reinforced its northeastern border security with Cambodia through an inspection by senior air force officials in Ubon Ratchathani and Si Sa Ket provinces, emphasizing enhanced military preparedness and strict adherence to internati
Student Activist Netiwit Receives Suspended Sentence for Draft Evasion
Student activist Netiwit Chotiphatphaisal was sentenced to six months in prison, suspended for one year, by a Samut Prakan court for refusing military conscription on religious and moral grounds. The court rejected his constitutional challe
KATPRO World Series Kickboxing Finals Set for July 27
KATPRO World Series Kickboxing Finals will take place July 27 at Bangkok's Lumpinee Boxing Stadium, featuring eight K-1 rules matches and three Muay Thai bouts with international competitors vying for prizes up to $2,000.
Thailand Eyes 21 Gold Medals at Asian Games in Nagoya
Thailand aims for 21 gold medals at the 2025 Asian Games in Nagoya with 694 athletes competing across 11 sports, led by Admiral Abhiwat Srivattanaya as team head.
Commerce Ministry Aids 139,000 Denied Welfare Card Over Business Stakes
Nearly 140,000 people rejected from Thailand's 2025 welfare card program because they own businesses or hold directorships can now appeal with free verification help from the Commerce Ministry through July 31.
Thai School Band Wins Gold at World Music Contest
Ratchasima College's marching band won gold at the World Music Contest 2026 in the Netherlands, scoring 95.750 points to defeat international competitors and earn the Best Wind award at the prestigious four-yearly competition.
Thai Thai App Waives Commission Fees to Support Creators
Thai Thai app is waiving commission fees and integrating shipping to support content creators and entrepreneurs on a single platform. Co-founder Naff Chatchanan unveiled the initiative at a Creator Commerce Society event aimed at growing Th
Why Thailand's Oil Prices Track Global Markets
Thailand imports 90% of its oil and pegs fuel prices to Singapore's regional market, which tracks global supply and demand driven by OPEC policies, geopolitical tensions, and economic conditions worldwide.
Opposition Leader Calls for Investigation Into Local Exam Corruption
Opposition leader Phakamon Nuntanatpong calls for a full investigation into civil service exam corruption, alleging the probe is narrowing scope to protect high-level officials and criticizing the lack of financial audits into bribery schem
Thailand Tackles Rise in Young Heart Attack Patients
Thailand's health ministry is addressing a rise in heart attacks among younger patients through the STEMI ONE initiative, which uses AI-assisted diagnosis in ambulances and nationwide care standardization. The country has achieved record-lo
China's Premier Li Extends Warm Welcome to Thai PM Srettha
Chinese Premier Li Qiang welcomed Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin with a formal state reception in Beijing on July 20, before the two leaders held talks to strengthen bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.
BKS Auctions 122 Used Tour Buses Starting at 200,000 Baht
BKS is auctioning 122 used tour buses starting at 203,000 baht on August 4 at its Rangsit branch, replacing older vehicles with 311 new buses to enhance service quality. Interested buyers can inspect the MAN, Benz, and Sunlong buses from Ju