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PM Inaugurates Defence Exhibition, Pushes Self-Reliance
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul inaugurated Thailand's Defence Industry Exhibition 2026 in Nonthaburi on Tuesday, emphasizing the government's push to develop domestic defence capabilities and economic self-reliance amid global geopoliti
BTS Ticket Scam Victims Question Missing Donation Funds
BTS ticket scam victims are demanding answers about donations collected by a group representative for a Parliament trip, with some claiming only a fraction of the 20,000 baht raised was actually spent. The representative has faced further a
Bangkok Cracks Global Top 10 Most Expensive Cities
Bangkok has entered the top 10 most expensive cities for luxury living for the first time, climbing to 10th place globally according to the Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report 2026.
Pokklao Returns To Thai Squad For 2026 ASEAN Cup
Midfielder Pokklao Anan has been recalled to Thailand's national squad for the 2026 ASEAN Cup, a 25-player roster announced by the Football Association of Thailand for the tournament running July 24-August 26 under English coach Anthony Hud
Officials Team Up To Combat Drug Addiction Crisis
Police and government officials convened to develop a coordinated national strategy against drug addiction, partnering with academic institutions to advance research-based treatments and herbal remedies.
Early Retirement Program Just A Band-Aid, Says Analyst
A Pheu Thai MP warns Thailand's proposed early retirement program won't solve the civil service crisis without addressing what government actually needs to do, not just cutting staff numbers.
Royal Medical Vehicle Brings Healthcare to Remote Areas
Thailand's Department of Medical Services launched a mobile clinic project in Mae Hong Son Province, deploying specialist doctors and equipped medical vehicles to provide healthcare, screenings, and addiction treatment services to remote co
WARRIX Unveils Thailand's New National Football Jersey
WARRIX Sports unveiled Thailand's new national football jersey for the 2026/27 season, debuting at the 2026 ASEAN Hyundai Cup in July, featuring national anthem lyrics woven into the fabric to symbolize unity and Thai pride.
Deputy PM Defends Early Retirement Plan For Civil Servants
Deputy PM Pakorn defended a voluntary early retirement scheme for civil servants aged 40-45, arguing it addresses structural workforce challenges in an AI-driven economy while insisting participation remain optional to avoid hardship for ol
Finance Minister Orders Probe Into Mysterious Stock Holdings
Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithamraprasert ordered an accelerated SEC investigation into shareholding disclosures by Supapar Phimpongse, whose Form 246-2 filing declared over 7% ownership in TRUE and stakes in five other companies with uncle
PM Convenes Special Meeting On Water Management For Southern Thailand
Thailand's government launched a water management initiative focused on Hat Yai, the economic hub of the south, to prevent monsoon flooding through nine urgent infrastructure projects set for completion before year-end rains.
Royal Land Grant Ceremony for Hospital Named After Senior Buddhist Monk
A senior Buddhist monk received a royal land grant for a hospital bearing his name on his 99th birthday, with the government renaming Damnoen Sadoek Hospital in Ratchaburi Province to expand medical services for monks, the elderly, and the