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King Elevates Senior Monk to Sangha Leadership
A senior Buddhist monk based at Wat Pathumwanaram in Bangkok has been elevated to leadership of the Sangha in recognition of his decades of scholarly and spiritual contributions to Thai Buddhism.
Religious Panel Denies Investigating Monk Hit By Vehicle
A parliamentary committee chair denied reports that her panel would investigate a monk hit by a vehicle in Mukdahan, clarifying the committee lacks authority to handle criminal cases or monk disciplinary matters.
Egg Prices Rise Again Across Thailand
Chicken egg prices are rising 20 satang per egg starting Monday across Thailand, driven by a network of major farming cooperatives adjusting rates from 3.60 to 3.80 baht per unit.
Thai School Band Wins Two International Music Contests in Germany
Ratchasima Witthayalai School's traditional drum and marching band won two championships at the European Music Contest in Germany, representing Thailand on the international stage. The Nakhon Ratchasima school will next compete in the Nethe
Amnesty Bill Expected To Benefit Country, Sutin Says
Pheu Thai MP Sutin Klangkaew expressed confidence that Thailand's proposed amnesty bill will pass and benefit the country by allowing those convicted of certain crimes to reintegrate into society. The House is set to consider the draft law
Official Backs Re-examination of Local Government Exam Scores
Thailand's Interior Ministry plans to re-examine exam scores for over 15,500 local government officials within three days following fraud allegations, with a Pheu Thai MP backing the move to restore public trust and distinguish between inno
Amnesty Bill Likely to Pass, Bhumjaithai Defends Section 112 Stance
The ruling coalition is expected to pass an amnesty bill excluding lèse-majesté charges after Senate amendments, with Bhumjaithai defending the exclusion of Section 112 offenses during its coalition meeting on July 6.
Thailand Sends Envoy to Iran Supreme Leader's Funeral
Thailand's special envoy attended Iran's Supreme Leader's funeral in Tehran on July 3, expressing condolences and reaffirming bilateral ties while discussing economic cooperation between the two nations.
Social Security Board Election Registrations Surge To 680,000
Social Security Committee board election registrations have surged to over 682,000 voters ahead of September's election, with 68 candidates competing for positions as of early July. Voter registration continues through July 15th, with worke
Thailand To Tighten Forex Laws, Stiffen Penalties For Scammers
Thailand is tightening forex regulations and increasing penalties for scammers, with lawmakers identifying loopholes in decades-old laws that impose minimal fines and prison time. The government aims to close legal gaps before a 2027 intern
Pheu Thai Gains Ground In Political Popularity Poll
Pheu Thai Party leads political preference with 34.80 percent support in a nationwide Nida Poll survey, while Pheu Thai's Srettha Thavisin tops prime minister candidate preferences at 26.08 percent.
Zlatan Praises France's Composure Against Paraguay
Zlatan Ibrahimović praised France for maintaining composure during their 1-0 World Cup victory over Paraguay, who employed aggressive tactics and provocations throughout the match.