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Thailand's Nuclear Institute Marks 20 Years, Eyes Medical, Agriculture Advances
Thailand's Nuclear Technology Institute celebrated 20 years of advancing nuclear science with plans to expand applications in medicine, agriculture, and clean energy, positioning itself as a regional research hub.
Three-Airport Rail Project Still Under Review
Thailand's transport ministry is reconsidering whether to terminate a joint venture for a high-speed rail project linking three Bangkok airports, with contract termination being just one option under review as construction costs have risen.
Dairy Farmers Storm Government House Over Milk Crisis
Over 10,000 dairy farmers from 60 cooperatives protested at Government House on July 14 to demand government action on a raw milk crisis caused by increased imports under new trade agreements with New Zealand and Australia that took effect
Irrigation Department Advances Water Projects in Prachuap Khiri Khan
The Royal Irrigation Department is accelerating three major water projects in Prachuap Khiri Khan to strengthen water security and support agriculture across over 19,000 rai of farmland. The initiatives include sluice gate improvements, res
Justice Minister Denies Case Pressure in Forex Probe
Justice Minister Rutthapol Naovaratana denied accusations of case pressure in a forex probe, stating the DSI investigation is proceeding normally despite the criminal court approving arrest warrants for only 2 of 30 requested suspects.
Krungthai Bank Launches 14-Month Fixed Deposit with Monthly Interest
Krungthai Bank launched a 14-month fixed deposit product with monthly interest payments reaching 1.25% per annum for deposits over 10 million baht, available until September 30, 2026.
Thailand to Revisit 40-Baht Rice Curry Plan After Backlash
Thailand's Commerce Ministry will revisit its 40-baht rice curry plan following public backlash, with officials saying the price is negotiable and the government willing to subsidize costs for participating restaurants under an expanded pro
Two Caskets Set as Beer Bar Fire Claims Daughter and Sister-in-Law
Two residents from Sisaket province—a 35-year-old woman and her 36-year-old sister-in-law—were buried in a joint funeral after dying in a Bangkok beer bar fire that claimed four lives in the Ladprao area.
Education Deputy Minister Orders Permanent Teaching License Revocation
The Thai Education Ministry will permanently revoke teaching licenses in serious abuse cases and launch a Rights Protection Center in September to investigate complaints more transparently, Deputy Minister Akkhananth Kannittinan announced.
PM Joins Young Thai Rocker for Performance, Sends Support to America's Got Talent
Young Thai rocker Nene Royal performed at Government House with the Prime Minister and cabinet ministers, who offered support for her upcoming America's Got Talent competition.
Car Insurance Call Centers Urgently Need Better Service
Thailand's auto insurance customer satisfaction declined to 889 points in 2025, with call center services identified as the weakest area needing urgent improvement in response times and claim procedure clarity.
Thai Junior Badminton Team Wins Three Golds Abroad
Thailand's junior badminton team claimed three gold medals at the Jaya Raya Junior International Grand Prix in Indonesia, returning home July 13 with a total haul of nine medals across all categories.