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Miya, Smith, Chokechai Win Opening Round of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Thailand 2026
Miya Thongjuea, Smith Toy, and Chokechai Charunarong won their respective classes in the opening round of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Thailand 2026 at Bangsaen Street Circuit, with nearly 60 drivers competing across four categories.
Commerce Ministry Upgrades Coconut Industry Supply Chain
Thailand's Commerce Ministry is strengthening its fragrant coconut industry supply chain through community enterprises that offer farmers fair prices and reduce middlemen compression, with a pilot program launching in Ratchaburi province.
Community Networks Oppose Yom River Diversion Project
Community networks and academics oppose the Yom River diversion project in northern Thailand, warning that diverting contaminated Salween River water risks introducing toxic heavy metals into the nation's water system and would devastate ec
The Viral Hits Love Moment Awards 2026 Winners Announced
The Viral Hits Love Moment Awards 2026 celebrated Thai entertainment's best moments and rising talent across three award categories, with special honors for breakthrough BL and GL actors. The ceremony recognized 26 People's Choice winners a
Thailand Expands Welfare Card Numbers Beyond 14 Million
Thailand is rescreening nearly 19 million welfare applicants for the first time in over five years to verify eligibility and remove ineligible beneficiaries, with officials open to expanding the program beyond the projected 14 million cardh
Democrat Party Abstains On 2570 Budget Vote
The Democrat Party abstained from voting on Thailand's 2570 fiscal year budget on July 1, citing disagreement with the government's budget allocation methods while warning that outright rejection could trigger an economic crisis.
Film Director Warns of Rampant Labor Exploitation in Entertainment Industry
Thai film director Madeeya Chuekiatti Saksiveerakul warned of widespread wage theft and labor exploitation in the entertainment industry, urging workers to understand their rights and use available Labor Ministry protections to combat the p
Officials Inspect Landbridge Project Sites in Ranong and Chumphon
Officials inspected Landbridge project sites in Ranong and Chumphon on July 3-4 to assess environmental impacts of the transport infrastructure linking the Gulf of Thailand and Andaman Sea. The review examined marine ecosystems, wildlife pr
Thailand, China Partner On Ice Hockey Development
Thailand's national women's ice hockey team is training in China through mid-July as part of a new partnership aimed at developing the sport through coaching exchanges, youth programs, and friendly matches.
CAAT Tightens Rules on Crew Baggage Controls
Thailand's aviation authority has tightened controls on crew baggage to prevent smuggling and unauthorized cargo transport, requiring airlines to implement strict inspection protocols and reporting systems.
Mexico Orders Players To Return Rolex Watches From Influencer
Mexico's football federation ordered players to return Rolex watches gifted by American YouTuber SteveWillDoIt, citing conflicts with official sponsor Hublot and potential FIFA violations over unauthorized access to the team's training faci
Thai BMX Star Wins Double Championship Title
Thai BMX rider "Om" Putthaphoomi Nakpan claimed the 2025 national championship in both men's open and under-23 categories, edging veteran competitor Gometh Sukprasertsup by 10 points in the final round held in Bangkok.