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Election Commission Says Vote-Buying in Some Provinces Won't Cripple System
Thailand's Election Commission says isolated vote-buying cases won't undermine the entire electoral system, with investigators gathering evidence and a decision expected in August.
Chaiyanond Challenges Commerce Minister on 30-Baht Curry
Democrat MP Chaiyanond challenged Commerce Minister Supa over her denial of 30-baht curry, insisting the dish exists in provincial offices and schools while demanding the government set price standards and investigate why consumer goods hav
Thailand Shuts Down 55,000 Illegal Betting Sites During World Cup
Thailand's Digital Economy Ministry blocked over 55,000 illegal betting sites and social media pages during the World Cup period, using AI technology to enforce a court-ordered crackdown that carried criminal penalties for participants.
Foreign Tourist Arrivals Dip 3% But Revenue Exceeds 800 Billion Baht
Foreign tourist arrivals to Thailand declined 3% year-over-year but generated over 800 billion baht in revenue, with Chinese visitors leading numbers during the summer holiday season.
Constitutional Court Dismisses Senator Candidate's Rights Complaint
Thailand's Constitutional Court on July 15 rejected a former Senate candidate's complaint that the Election Commission violated his rights by conducting elections without secret ballots, directing him to pursue remedies through other legal
Parliament Secretary Clarifies: Salary Cuts, Not Staff Layoffs
Parliament has frozen salary increases for staff in both chambers due to economic weakness, but will not eliminate any positions starting October 1.
Bangkok Deploys AI to Combat Landfill Odors, Eyes 30% Reduction
Bangkok is deploying AI-powered odor detection technology at its landfills to identify smell sources and reduce landfill burial to 30 percent through improved waste sorting and recycling.
Parents, Activists Mourn Brewery Fire Victims, Push Safety Law Changes
Families of the 32 Ladprao brewery fire victims joined activists demanding stricter safety laws and enforcement, with bereaved parents citing repeated emergency exit failures across multiple disasters. Civil society called for overhauling T
Deputy PM Vows to Prosecute Officials Over Local Exam Fraud Audio
Deputy PM Somkid Jatusripitak vowed to prosecute officials involved in local exam fraud, urging swift investigation to restore public trust following allegations of bribery in government entrance exams.
ION Energy Partners With Sigenergy to Install 5,000 Home Solar Systems
ION Energy and Sigenergy will install solar systems in 5,000 Thai homes by 2029, capitalizing on rising demand for hybrid systems with battery storage as consumers prioritize energy security.
Panel Chief Skeptical Exam Fraud Case Will Catch Real Masterminds
A parliamentary committee investigating local government exam fraud expressed skepticism that authorities will catch the masterminds behind the scheme, warning that investigations risk arresting only low-level operatives unless investigator
Thai Party Submits Mining Data to China Over River Pollution
Thai lawmakers submitted data on 2,676 Myanmar mines to China's ambassador, requesting investigation into water pollution affecting Thailand and neighboring countries, with Beijing pledging support if evidence shows mines are exporting cont