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Five Market Vegetables to Keep at Home for Better Health
A hospital doctor recommends five affordable vegetables—kale, morning glory, broccoli, tomato, and one other—as kitchen staples that provide fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants essential for digestive, heart, and bone health.
Thai Treasury Launches Rare 1990 10-Baht Coin Auction
Thailand's Treasury Department is auctioning rare 10-baht coins from 1990 through an online platform starting August 24. Collectors can register from August 14–23 and must deposit collateral to participate in the bidding.
Labor Ministry Confirms Social Security Board Election On Track
The Social Security Office's board election remains on schedule despite a temporary halt to voter registration, the Labor Minister confirmed, though the ministry must consult courts on how to handle legal conflicts from the suspension.
Popular Nakhon Ratchasima Restaurant Owner Gives Away 2.5 Tons of Free Durian
A Nakhon Ratchasima restaurant owner distributed 2.5 tons of free Monthong durian at the Thao Suranari Monument on August 13, crediting his customers' support and fulfilling a vow for his business success.
Egg Prices Surge to Pandemic Levels in Khon Kaen
Egg prices in Khon Kaen have jumped to pandemic levels amid rainy season shortages, with size-4 eggs vanishing from markets and retailers expecting the crisis to last three more months.
Pattaya Film Festival 2026 Promotes Thailand's Creative Economy
Pattaya is hosting its fourth International Film Festival in August 2026 to position Thailand as a regional filmmaking hub and boost the creative economy. The event comes as foreign film productions in Thailand already generated over 4 bill
Constitutional Court Dismisses Khlong Khao Candidate's Election Complaint
Thailand's Constitutional Court dismissed an election complaint from a Khlong Khao party candidate in Nakhon Si Thammarat who challenged his removal from the ballot roster, ruling the matter had already been decided by other courts.
Pop'o Shares Keys to Mixed Doubles Success with Young Partner
Thailand's Pop'o Setsiri Taetratanachai is mentoring young partner Omo Phakphol Theeratanasuul in mixed doubles, focusing on emotional control and confidence ahead of the 2026 World Badminton Championships in August.
Thaksin Mourns Former Chinese PM Zhu Rongji as Economic Leader
Thaksin Shinawatra paid tribute to deceased former Chinese PM Zhu Rongji, crediting him as the architect of China's economic rise and recalling their close personal relationship that began with an extended 2001 meeting in Thailand.
TAT Partners With Traveloka, Lisa to Drive Tourism Growth
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) successfully ignited global travel interest through its "Feel All the Feelings" commercial under the "Amazing Thailand" campaign, starring global icon Lisa, Lal...
Election Commission Approves Secretary Reappointment
Thailand's Election Commission voted 5-2 to approve secretary Sawaeng Boonmee's reappointment, reversing a prior failing evaluation from the previous board and allowing him to serve until March 31, 2025.
School Director Admits Using Force, Disciplinary Committee Convenes
A Chiang Mai school principal admitted to striking a student on the head during a flag ceremony, prompting an investigation and disciplinary committee after video of the incident went viral on social media.