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Daniel Rodriguez Earns Over 4 Million Baht in Three RWS Fights
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Daniel Rodriguez Earns Over 4 Million Baht in Three RWS Fights

Daniel Rodriguez successfully defended his RWS title for the fifth time, knocking out Angel Bauzsa in round three at Saturday's RWS 200 event and earning over 4 million baht in combined purses and bonuses from his last three fights.

Thailand Trains Staff for 2026 World Bank Summit
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Thailand Trains Staff for 2026 World Bank Summit

Thailand trained hundreds of government staff to host the 2026 IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings, expecting over 15,000 delegates from 191 countries, to showcase the nation's economic credentials on the global stage.

Senate Approves Amnesty Bill With Youth Article 112 Protections
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Senate Approves Amnesty Bill With Youth Article 112 Protections

The Senate passed an amnesty bill 103-3 that bars youth offenders from reconciliation under Article 112, with committee members denying the measure protects anyone facing election-related charges.

Actor Big Returns With New Drama Role After Two-Year Hiatus
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Actor Big Returns With New Drama Role After Two-Year Hiatus

Actor Big recently returned to TV dramas after a two-year break, now working as a freelancer and appearing in the period drama "Tuk Anu Ruedthai" on 7HD alongside fellow actor Ice, whom he recently confirmed dating after knowing her for ove

Bangkok University Graduates Learn AI-Powered Marketing
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Bangkok University Graduates Learn AI-Powered Marketing

Bangkok University's business students completed an intensive four-month program combining AI marketing skills with real-world campaigns for KFC and Alibaba Cloud, preparing them for digital-age careers.

Former Star Backs Moriyasu Despite Japan's World Cup Elimination
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Former Star Backs Moriyasu Despite Japan's World Cup Elimination

Former Japanese defender Marcus Tulio Tanaka has urged the Japan Football Association to keep manager Hajime Moriyasu despite the team's group-stage exit from the 2026 World Cup, citing his strong leadership despite the early elimination.

Thailand Tightens Solar Panel Product Standards
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Thailand Tightens Solar Panel Product Standards

Thailand is tightening safety standards for solar products by designating key components as controlled goods, with five new standards covering wiring, batteries, fuses, inverters, and circuit breakers set to take effect by September 2025. T

Cabinet Slashes Property Registration Fees To 0.01%
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Cabinet Slashes Property Registration Fees To 0.01%

Thailand's Cabinet has slashed property registration fees to just 0.01% for 2025, applying to residential properties worth up to 7 million baht and aimed at boosting homeownership and stimulating the real estate sector.

Thai King, Macron Mark Historic State Visit in Paris
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Thai King, Macron Mark Historic State Visit in Paris

Thailand's King and Queen received an official welcome from French President Macron in Paris on Monday, beginning a historic state visit that celebrates 170 years of diplomatic ties between the two nations.

TRUE and Bangkok University Launch AI Leaders Program
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TRUE and Bangkok University Launch AI Leaders Program

TRUE Corporation and Bangkok University launch an AI leadership program combining academic learning with real-world industry challenges to develop creative, responsible technologists for Thailand's future workforce.

Thai King And Queen Attend State Banquet In Paris
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Thai King And Queen Attend State Banquet In Paris

Thailand's King and Queen attended a state banquet at the Élysée Palace in Paris on June 29, hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, who presented them with high honors recognizing Franco-Thai diplomatic ties.

Zlatan Blames Koeman For Netherlands World Cup Exit
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Zlatan Blames Koeman For Netherlands World Cup Exit

Zlatan Ibrahimovic blames Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman for the team's penalty loss to Morocco in the World Cup round of 32, criticizing him for abandoning the Dutch attacking style for a defensive approach.