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Chusakdi reveals Pheu Thai set to submit constitutional amendment draft proposing 150 charter drafters, confident it can proceed if all parties are sincere
Pheu Thai will submit a constitutional amendment draft this week proposing a 150-member charter drafting assembly selected through indirect public voting and organizational nominations, requiring support from other parties to reach the need
Princess Sirivannavari Receives French Legion of Honor; Yingluck Posts Royal Blessings
Princess Sirivannavari received France's Legion of Honor at the Grand Officier rank for her cultural promotion and strengthening Thailand-France relations, with former PM Yingluck extending congratulations and blessings.
Editorial: Government 60%, People 40%
Thailand's government approved a 175.7 billion baht cost-of-living relief program for 2025, offering 30 million citizens 4,000 baht in monthly subsidies from June-September through a 60-40 government-citizen cost-sharing model via the Pao T
Bruno Fernandes Wins Premier League Player of the Year Award for 2025-26 Season
Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes won the Premier League Player of the Year award for 2025-26 after equaling the single-season assist record with 20 deliveries, marking the first Red Devils winner in 15 years.
Study Reveals the 5 Most Narcissistic Countries in the World—and It's Not the United States
A major study of 45,000 people across 53 countries found Germany, Iraq, and China rank highest in narcissism, contradicting assumptions that the United States is the most narcissistic nation. Researchers discovered that collectivist societi
Abhisit Slams Government Claims as 'Far-Fetched,' Says Oil Price Relief Shifts Burden to Future Generations; Pledges to Investigate AI Projects
Opposition leader Abhisit Vejjajiva criticized the government's 400-billion-baht emergency loan decree on May 23, arguing it shifts debt burden to future generations instead of addressing root causes like energy prices. The Democratic Party
Yosachanan Pushes for Increased Research and Development Investment at First SOAWC Meeting, Designates Future Food as National Policy
Thailand's science minister called for increased R&D investment and designated future food technology as a national priority at a steering committee meeting, proposing a 20 billion baht funding target to strengthen the country's competitive
Throwing Punches in the Corner – Anusit Style
PM Anusit dismisses critics as inexperienced while facing scrutiny over a 400 billion baht emergency loan, with opposition questioning whether 180 billion baht designated for a poor citizens card program should come from regular budgets ins
Thaeng Reaffirms Stance Against Expanding Constitutional Court Powers Over Ethics Violations Following Sereepisthavet's Criticism of Democrat Party's Refusal to Support Anutin Probe
Democrat Party leader Nattapong Ruengpanyavutthi defended his party's refusal to support an ethics investigation against Prime Minister Anutin, citing concerns about expanding the Constitutional Court's powers over political matters. He mai
Mew Gee Praiya Fires Back! After Being Linked to Net Idol Gambling Debt Drama, Challenges Critics to Produce Evidence
Influencer Mew Gee Praiya denies being linked to a gambling debt scandal involving a net idol, challenging critics to provide evidence while clarifying she supports her family and has no outstanding debts.
Supachai Discusses Food Security with Singapore During APEC to Boost Thai Rice and Meat Exports
Thailand and Singapore agreed to establish a food security framework during an APEC meeting, with rice as the first product and plans to expand to meat, eggs, and seafood to strengthen bilateral trade ties.
Health Experts Warn TikTok Trend of Eating Tiny Clay Pots May Pose Health Risks
Health experts warn a viral TikTok trend of eating tiny clay pots poses serious risks, including digestive blockages, nutrient absorption interference, and potential contamination from heavy metals.