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Thailand Cuts Fuel Prices as Oil Markets Ease
BANGKOK: Fuel prices in Thailand are being reduced in line with the decline in global oil prices, with diesel falling by B2.56 per litre and all grades of gasoline by B2.51, effective from 5am today (July 8).
Thai Volleyball Coach Ya Announces Retirement From National Teams
Thailand's Under-18 women's volleyball coach Ya Natthapond Srisamutnag retired from all national teams after leading his squad to third place at the Asian Championship and qualifying for the World Championship.
Thai Engineers Develop Low-Cost Earthquake Alert System
A homegrown sensor network called Tower Light is transforming how Thailand's high-rise buildings detect seismic risk — and it's already proving its worth in the field. When a 3.3-magnitude earthqua...
Thailand Super Series Celebrates 20 Years With Bangsaen Grand Prix
Thailand's Bangsaen Grand Prix celebrates 20 years with international racing series featuring top drivers across multiple categories, including Toyota Gazoo Racing and Porsche competitors, under the 'Race to the Horizon' concept.
Thailand Cuts Fuel Prices by Up to 2.56 Baht Per Liter
Thailand's Fuel Fund Management Committee approved price cuts for all fuel types effective July 8, with diesel dropping by up to 2.56 baht per liter following global oil market weakening and eased Middle East tensions.
Awards Organizer Disputes Coordinator's Wage Claim
The Thailand Headlines Person of the Year 2025 organizing committee disputes a coordinator's wage claim, citing livestream failures and inadequate staffing during the July event that forced the company to deploy 50 staff members and incur a
36-Year-Old Teerathorn Wins Thailand's Top Player Award
Buriram United midfielder Teerathorn Bunyamatan, 36, won Thailand's Men's Player of the Year after a stellar season featuring 47 matches, 15 assists, and three major trophies with his club.
State Enterprises Deliver 170 Billion Baht to Treasury
State enterprises delivered 170.2 billion baht to the treasury in the first nine months of fiscal 2569, surpassing the target by 29.5 billion baht with the Government Lottery Office and PTT leading contributions.
Sisaket Wins Hosting Rights For 52nd King's Cup
Sisaket Province will host the 52nd King's Cup tournament in 2026 at a 12,000-seat stadium, with Thailand competing against Oman, Bahrain, and Tajikistan.
Thailand Cracks Down on Unlicensed Cannabis Shops
Thailand's health minister confirmed the government is cracking down on unlicensed cannabis shops, requiring registered retailers to operate as medical facilities with resident physicians while deploying thousands of inspectors to enforce c
Thailand, New Zealand Sign Climate Cooperation Agreement
Thailand and New Zealand have agreed to collaborate on climate action, sharing technology and expertise to reduce emissions and transition to net-zero economies while celebrating 70 years of diplomatic ties.
Royal Cremation Ceremony For Late Queen Set For Mid-December
Thailand's government is constructing an elaborate three-tiered crematorium at Sanam Luang for the royal cremation ceremony of Queen Sirikit scheduled for mid-December, with construction expected to finish in October.