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Lawmaker Challenges Commerce Minister Over Fruit Farmer Relief Plan
A Democratic Party MP challenged the Commerce Minister over fruit-farming relief, questioning whether the government has a proactive plan to prevent produce oversupply or merely reacts after farmers face losses during harvest season.
Teachers File Complaint Against Ratchaburi School Principal
Teachers at a Ratchaburi school filed a formal complaint against their principal, alleging late attendance, mishandling of school funds, and inappropriate behavior toward female staff including late-night calls and private meetings in his c
Bangkok Opens Aid Center After Lat Phrao Bar Fire
Bangkok authorities have established an assistance and coordination center following a massive fire at a bar and restaurant in the Lat Phrao area early on 13 July 2026. The Chatuchak District Office ...
Fire At Bangkok Eatery Kills 27, Injures 63
BANGKOK: At least 27 people were killed and 63 others were injured when a fire broke out at an eatery in Chatuchak district, Bangkok, early this morning (July 13).
Geno Finishes Tied 10th at Evian Championship
World No. 2 golfer Geno Atthaya Thitikul finished tied 10th at the Evian Championship in France, carding an 11-under par total as South Korea's Ryu Hae-ran won the major tournament in a playoff.
New Evidence Emerges in Senate Election Fraud Case
A Thai MP presented new evidence linking powerful politicians to vote-buying operations across five provinces, raising questions about why authorities have charged only eight people despite allegations involving 229 conspirators.
Deputy PM Joins Nakhon Phanom's Sacred Serpent Festival Parade
Deputy Prime Minister Yosachanan Wongsowasdee led Nakhon Phanom's annual Naga serpent festival parade on July 12, drawing over 6,000 participants in ritual dances honoring the sacred serpent deity while wearing traditional hand-woven silk f
Debate Over Abolishing Thailand's Internal Security Agency
A Thai parliamentary advisor proposed dissolving the Internal Security Operations Command, citing budget waste and overlap with other security agencies, though the prime minister and military opposed abolition amid concerns the agency has e
Suzuki Carry Gets Upgraded Features, New Colors
Suzuki Motor Thailand has launched an upgraded Carry pickup truck with simplified design and enhanced customization options for small business owners, removing factory decals and standard features to let entrepreneurs personalize their vehi
Ex-Official Defends Stand Against Inflated Land Compensation in Highway Project
Former deputy director-general Sakchai Tangho defended his role in blocking inflated land compensation claims for Highway 7 construction, saving the state roughly 300 million baht. A businessman who lost the compensation dispute filed a fal
Democrat Leader Pushes Gov't for Flood Relief, More Funds Needed
Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva called for the government to increase flood relief funding beyond the current 99.5 million baht allocation, proposing an additional 200-300 million baht for canal dredging and recovery efforts in Hat
Thailand Women's Volleyball Ends VNL 2026 Campaign
Thailand's women's volleyball team finished their 2026 Nations League campaign in Osaka with a loss to Turkey, ending the tournament with 3 wins and 9 losses but securing qualification for next year's league.