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Thailand Faces Japan In VNL Match Two, Broadcast Free
Thailand's women's volleyball team faces Japan on July 9 in VNL Week 3 action in Osaka, Japan, with free broadcast available on MONOMAX SPORTS TV. After opening with a loss to the United States, Thailand needs points from upcoming matches a
Bangkok Governor Chatchat Receives Certification, Ready To Work
Newly certified Bangkok Governor Chatchat Sittiphan received his election certificate and vowed to tackle flooding, air pollution, and infrastructure issues within his first 100 days in office.
Mass Transit Authority Investigates Water Leak in Purple Line Tunnel
MRTA confirms water seepage in Purple Line tunnel extension near Sai Yai poses no structural risk, with contractors working to stop the leak from a sump pit 30 meters underground.
Thailand Discovers New Long-Necked Dinosaur Species
Thai researchers have identified a new long-necked dinosaur species from Kalasin province, expanding understanding of where these giant sauropods roamed during the Late Jurassic period and bringing Thailand's formally recognized dinosaur sp
Government Subsidy Program Expands to Regional Airports
Thailand's government is expanding a subsidy program at regional airports to promote local OTOP products and reduce costs for travelers through participating retailers nationwide. The initiative aims to support grassroots entrepreneurs whil
Toy Story 5 Brings Beloved Franchise Into New Generation
It is hard to believe that the first Toy Story film landed in cinemas 31 years ago this year. That has meant that in some families three generations of children have grown up with a franchise that really did change cinema.
DES Ministry Halts TH-AI Passport Project's Second Phase
BANGKOK: The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry has shelved the second phase of its ambitious TH-AI Passport project, calling it a “strategic internal decision” to evaluate demand and the first phase.
Actress Um Single and Happy, Friends Suggest Vet or Engineer
Actress Um opened her new flea market at CentralWorld and discussed ongoing repairs to her home damaged by water leaks, while joking with friends about her single status during a live broadcast.
Thailand Urged To Reform Energy Policy Amid Oil Price Volatility
BANGKOK: Global crude oil prices remain highly volatile due to geopolitical factors, underscoring the need for Thailand to urgently address its structural weaknesses, says Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Senator Blasts Pheu Thai Over Amnesty Law Fake News
Senator Pisit Abhiwatpongpong defended the Senate's amnesty bill procedures on July 9, criticizing Pheu Thai for spreading misinformation about excluding Article 112 charges and saying senators acted properly without self-interest.
Nestlé Invests 23 Billion Baht in Thai Coffee Plant
Nestlé will invest 23 billion baht to build a major coffee manufacturing plant in Samut Prakan province, expected to begin production in late 2028 and create around 520 jobs while sourcing billions in raw materials from Thai farmers annuall
FIFA Denies France's Appeal Over Olise Yellow Card
FIFA upheld a yellow card for France's Michael Olise despite minimal contact in the World Cup Round of 16, leaving him one suspension away from missing a potential semifinal.