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Thailand Unveils 2027 Tourism Strategy Targeting High-Value Visitors
Minister of Tourism and Sports Surasak Phancharoenworakul opened the Tourism Authority of Thailand Action Plan 2027 meeting in Bangkok on July 13, 2026. He was joined by Permanent Secretary and Board ...
Three Man Down Singer Urges Better Safety Standards After Bar Fire
A deadly Bangkok bar fire that killed multiple people and injured over 60 has prompted Three Man Down's lead singer to demand better safety standards, citing years of ignored warnings about fire exits, electrical hazards, and inadequate ven
Thailand Cracks Down on Buses Emitting Illegal Black Smoke
Thailand's environment ministry launched inspections of intercity buses after finding 58 percent of vehicles tested exceeded black smoke emission limits, ordering immediate repairs and enforcement action across all depots nationwide.
Sansiri and Kasikornbank Launch Green Real Estate Initiative
Sansiri and Kasikornbank have partnered to create Thailand's first green real estate financing ecosystem, issuing the nation's first residential green bond and approving 4 billion baht in green project loans for low-carbon developments cert
Lawmaker Fears Budget Scheme Will Resurface With Stricter Scrutiny
A Thai lawmaker warns that a cancelled 400-billion-baht budget scheme for energy projects will likely resurface with better-hidden irregularities, making parliamentary oversight harder to enforce.
Buddhist Ceremony Honors Princess Chulabhorn's Birthday
Buddhist officials and government representatives held a merit-making ceremony at Wat Suvarnnaphum Buddhachayanti temple in Samut Prakan Province on Thursday to honor Princess Chulabhorn Walailak's birthday, celebrating her dedication to Bu
Opposition Slams 40-Baht Curry Rice Plan as PR Stunt
An opposition MP criticized the government's 40-baht curry rice initiative as a publicity stunt, arguing the price reduction is negligible since vendors already offer similar meals at that cost and only a limited number of people would bene
Irrigation Department Advances Land Development in Nong Bua Lamphu
The Royal Irrigation Department is advancing a land consolidation project in Nong Bua Lamphu to improve irrigation infrastructure and boost farm productivity while reducing costs for local farmers. The initiative combines water management u
Thai Science Museum Wins Two Awards at International Government Media Conference
Thailand's National Science Museum won two international awards at Singapore's GovMedia Conference for its Science Caravan initiative and World Puppet Festival, both recognized for expanding public access to science education and fostering
Thai Officials Order Nationwide Safety Check at Entertainment Venues
Thailand's Labor Ministry has ordered an urgent nationwide safety audit of entertainment venues following a deadly fire at a Bangkok beer bar, requiring checks of fire suppression systems, evacuation routes, and emergency equipment.
Sirikanya Backs Bawuth Amid Political Game Concerns
A Pheu Thai deputy leader backs MP Bawuth Pongvitthayapanu against a DSI arrest warrant in a Forex 3D case, questioning why an arrest was necessary when he had already cooperated and shown willingness to surrender.
Infinix Launches HOT 70 Budget Phone With Stylish Design
Infinix launched the HOT 70 budget smartphone starting at 4,999 baht, featuring a 6,000 mAh battery with fast 45W charging and eye-catching designs including a color-changing Thermo Orange variant.