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Higher Education Training Programme Launches Second Cohort
Thailand's Ministry of Higher Education launched the second cohort of a training program for university leaders on August 13, aimed at strengthening governance and transparency across 45 institutions through knowledge-sharing and best-pract
Supreme Prosecutors Drop Charges Against Tantaiz in 4.5 Billion Baht Money Laundering Case
The Supreme Prosecutors have dropped charges against Tantaiz Nrongkul and five others in a 4.5 billion baht money laundering case linked to illegal film streaming and gambling websites. The decision came after prosecutors determined insuffi
Prime Minister Bans Shotguns as Raffle Prizes
Thailand's Prime Minister has banned shotguns as raffle prizes for local officials, ordering the Department of Provincial Administration to replace firearms with cash or commemorative items instead following a controversial giveaway on Koh
Defense Ministry: US Drone Plant Plans Still Under Study
Thailand's Defense Ministry said plans for a US drone manufacturing facility remain in early study stages with no formal agreements yet, as officials continue assessing feasibility and potential technology transfer benefits.
Thailand U17 Women Face Tough Test at Srikandi Merdeka Cup
Thailand's U17 women's football team competes in the Srikandi Merdeka Cup in Indonesia from August 14-23, using the tournament to prepare for AFC Asian Championship qualifiers with matches against Indonesia, Jordan, and Singapore.
Constitutional Court Holds Barcode Ballot Hearing August 26
The Constitutional Court will hear witness testimony on August 26 regarding allegations that barcode and QR codes on February's election ballots violated voter secrecy by potentially identifying voters and revealing their choices.
Construction Material Costs Surge 5.8% on Raw Price Hikes
Construction material costs in Thailand jumped 5.8 percent year-over-year in July, driven by surging raw material and energy prices linked to Middle East tensions and rising global copper demand for clean energy and AI infrastructure.
Thai Sprinter Biu Eyes Asian Games Medal With Sub-10 100m Run
Thai sprinter Biu Phuriphol Boonsorn has clocked 9.99 seconds in the 100 metres and is now targeting a medal at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan.
Thammasat University Opens Integrated Chinese Medicine Clinic
Thammasat University has launched an integrated Chinese Medicine Clinic through a collaboration between the Chulabhorn International College of Medicine (CICM) and Thammasat University Hospi...
Thailand Promotes Clean Power System for Data Center Growth
Thailand is reinforcing its position as a regional hub for Data Center investment by highlighting the strengths of its electricity system, which is built on three key pillars: clean energy, ...
IP Department Warns AI-Generated Music May Violate Copyright
Thailand's Department of Intellectual Property warned that using AI to create music based on copyrighted songs—through voice conversion, remixes, or composition changes—may violate copyright law without permission from original rights holde
Buddhist Abbot Opens Up on Land Dispute Frustrations
A Buddhist abbot in Khon Kaen Province expressed frustration over a decades-long land dispute, saying age has discouraged him though he maintains the temple will ultimately own the property after Supreme Court proceedings conclude.