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Thailand's Producer Prices Rise 7.2% on Energy Costs
Thailand's producer prices jumped 7.2% in June 2025 as global energy costs surged, with mining products rising 25.5%, though fruit prices fell from oversupply and consumer spending weakness.
Thailand And Malaysia Open New Sadao Border Checkpoint
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim have jointly officiated the opening of the new road linking the Sadao Border Checkpoint in Songkhla province with the Buki...
National Housing Authority Launches Affordable Home Buying Campaign
The National Housing Authority launched an affordable housing campaign offering up to 20% price reductions and flexible financing options across 69 projects nationwide to help low-income earners and vulnerable groups access homes through Ju
Sacramento Homeowner Fined $3.3M For Illegal Fireworks Display
A Sacramento homeowner was fined $100,000 after launching an elaborate illegal fireworks display on Independence Day that appeared professional-grade and went viral on social media. Drones helped fire officials document the hour-long show,
OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6 After Security Review
OpenAI released its most powerful AI model, GPT-5.6, following a security review with the US government that led to multiple system modifications.
Actress Pingky Breaks Silence On Split With Tuey Theerapat
Actress Pingky Savika Chaidet confirmed during a film premiere interview that she has been single for several months following her breakup with senior actor Tuey Theerapat, saying she is focusing on self-love and healing.
Singer's Ex-Wife Sin Denies Affair, Pleads for Privacy
Singer Fluuk's ex-wife Sin denies having an affair, saying she only consulted an ex-boyfriend about work and finances after their separation. She requested privacy, stating she ended the relationship after becoming emotionally exhausted fro
Thai University Tests Homemade Light Rail Tram
Thai researchers at Rajamangala University of Technology Isan have successfully tested a homemade light rail tram prototype, demonstrating the country's capability to design and develop rail technology independently. The achievement marks a
Indonesian President Hosts Thaksin, Paetongtarn, and Yingluck
Indonesian President Prabowo hosted exiled Thai figures Thaksin, Yingluck, and Paetongtarn Shinawatra at his Jakarta residence, discussing bilateral ties and international cooperation while reinforcing Indonesia's strategic partnership with
Ancient Burial Mound Found at Receding Reservoir
Archaeologists in Nakhon Ratchasima uncovered a Late Prehistoric burial mound at Mun Bon Dam containing human remains, a rare intact 2,500-year-old Phimai Black pottery vessel, and other artifacts exposed by the receding reservoir.
Thailand Eyes Economic Growth With 400 Billion Baht Loan
Thailand's government has secured a 400 billion baht emergency loan approved by the Constitutional Court to boost economic growth through infrastructure and energy transition projects, with officials warning that success depends on effectiv
Minister Denies False Claims Over Flood Budget Cuts
Deputy PM's office minister denies claims of flood budget cuts to Haad Yai, saying the municipality rejected 99.5 million baht in proposals and instead has over 200 million baht in unused accumulated funds.