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BUS Singer Phu Takes to Ice Hockey in Asian Championship
BUS band member Phu Tatchai will compete in an exhibition ice hockey match with his professional athlete brother at the XPENG International Ice Hockey Cup 2026 in Thailand on July 20.
Thailand Partners with UK University to Transform Thai Higher Education
Thailand is launching a new Chief Innovation Officer Exchange Programme with the UK's University of Strathclyde to train senior university leaders in commercializing research and forging industry partnerships, addressing a critical gap betw
Power Plant BLCP Balances Energy Security With Environmental Sustainability
Thailand's BLCP power plant exceeds national emission standards for sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter while using advanced pollution-capture technologies and closed-loop cooling systems to balance energy security with
Thai Durian Prices Plunge as China Slows Imports
Southern Thailand's durian harvest surged 30% to 752,000 tons in 2025, but prices have plummeted due to China's reduced imports, quality issues with underripe fruit, and competition from other Thai regions. The Commerce Ministry is launchin
Film Fund Launches Documentary Series on Legendary Boxer Buakaw
A new documentary series launched in Thailand chronicles the life of legendary Muay Thai boxer Buakaw, showcasing his journey from childhood through becoming a world champion to inspire audiences globally about discipline and perseverance.
Nakhon Ratchasima High-Speed Rail Project Stalled, Contractor Abandons Work
The Bangkok-Nakhon Ratchasima high-speed rail project is severely delayed and stalled, with a contractor abandoning work on a key 12-kilometer section that's only 18% complete. A local politician is now demanding parliamentary answers on wh
GULF Installs Solar System at Mahidol Research Park
Gulf Development is installing a 3.6 million baht rooftop solar system at Mahidol University's medicinal plant research park, expected to generate clean energy starting February 2025 while reducing annual carbon emissions by approximately 6
SRT Launches New Bangkok-Ayutthaya Commuter Rail Service
Thailand's State Railway launches a new daily air-conditioned commuter rail service between Bangkok and Ayutthaya starting August 1, with fares as low as 30 baht and six weekday trips to serve both commuters and tourists.
Opposition Leaders Address Students on Southern Border Peace Process
Opposition lawmakers told Prince of Songkla University students that the southern border conflict requires political dialogue and transparency over military force, citing 600 billion baht spent since 2004 with unclear results.
Thailand Tightens Freight Rail Safety Rules, Boosts Tourism Rail Services
Thailand is tightening freight rail safety standards and expanding tourism rail services under new legislation approved by the Railway Transport Policy Committee. Key measures include banning freight trains from Bangkok during daytime hours
Bangkok BTS Taps into EMV Contactless Success with 60% Growth
Bangkok's BTS system saw contactless card payments surge 60% after expanding EMV support across Blue and Purple Lines, ahead of a mandatory shift to contactless-only fares in January 2027.
Yamaha PG-1 Riders Join Ultraman Hero Run 2026
Yamaha PG-1 motorcycle riders will participate in group rides to three nationwide venues for the Ultraman Hero Run 2026, celebrating the superhero's 60th anniversary with events in Bangkok, Hat Yai, and Kanchanaburi throughout 2026.