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Thailand Faces US Shutout, Calls Up Sarah Filimon
Thailand's women's volleyball team fell 0-3 to the US in the Nations League, prompting the call-up of Sarah Ankoma to replace an injured setter ahead of tomorrow's match against Japan.
Muay Thai Legend Rodtang Plans Ring Return October 28
Muay Thai champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon will return to competition on October 28 following his recent loss to Japanese boxer Takeru Segawa, though the promotion hosting his comeback remains unconfirmed amid ongoing legal disputes with ONE Ch
Thailand Backs Nakhon Si Temple For World Heritage Status
Thailand is backing Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahaviharn in Nakhon Si Thammarat for UNESCO World Heritage status, which would recognize the 1,500-year-old temple's significance to religious diversity across South and Southeast Asia. The temple
Military Chief Defends Security Agency's Role
Thailand's Army Chief defended the Internal Security Command's nationwide security role, saying it coordinates multiple agencies to address challenges beyond southern border provinces including drug trafficking and violent incidents.
Government Defends Cannabis Policy as Medical Only
Thailand's government defended its medical-only cannabis policy on July 8, rejecting criticism that conflates illegal smuggling with official regulation and emphasizing that authorities are accelerating new control legislation with stricter
Thailand's Defense Industry Emerges As New Growth Engine
Thailand's defense industry has grown from 20 billion baht in 2015 to over 50 billion baht in 2026, with the government positioning it as a major economic growth engine alongside food production. The Ministry of Industry is supporting expan
Thai Community Businesses Tap Modern Markets With Local Charm
Thailand's Department of Business Development is helping community entrepreneurs modernize by blending local cultural heritage with digital-age business skills, with 137 entrepreneurs receiving consulting this year through programs like SMA
Thailand's Economy Grows 2.3%, Bank of Thailand Reports
Thailand's economy grew 2.3% in 2023, bolstered by a 400 billion baht stimulus package and stronger-than-expected resilience against global supply shocks, the Bank of Thailand reported.
Thai Action Epic 'Khun Khanom Tom' Eyes Global Market
Director and Muay Chaiya master Thanawut Kasro unveils "Khun Khanom Tom: Sacred Inscriptions, Origin of Muay Thai," an action epic blending traditional Thai fighting arts with Hollywood-standard production aimed at global audiences. The fil
BIG ASS Announces Massive Farewell Concert Series
Thai rock legends BIG ASS reunite for a three-night farewell concert series November 13-15, 2025 at Impact Arena, marking their first major show together in nearly two decades with all seven original members.
Woman's Gallstone Surgery Blamed on Daily Thai Iced Tea
A Thai woman underwent three surgeries to remove nearly 50 gallstones, which she attributes to drinking Thai iced tea daily for a decade, though doctors say gallstones typically result from multiple factors including genetics and diet.
World's Most Beautiful Girl Marries French Actor at 25
French model Thylane Blondeau, twice named the world's most beautiful girl, married French actor Ben Attal on July 8 in a ceremony held beneath the Eiffel Tower. The 25-year-old wore a custom white gown for the celebration three months afte