Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Football Association Appoints Coach X, Former Phloengjchai Assistant, as U-17 National Team Head Coach
Wasapon Kaewphalaek, a former Phloengjchai assistant coach holding an AFC Pro License, has been appointed head coach of Thailand's U-17 national football team to prepare the squad for the AFC U-17 Asian Championship 2026 qualifiers in Novem
Central Retail Launches Environmental Conservation Initiative Targeting Net Zero by 2050
Central Retail Corporation launched an environmental initiative targeting net zero emissions by 2050, appointing Environment Champions across business units to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote eco-friendly products, and improve wast
Former Bangkok Governor Helps Dr. Jo Campaign, Confident in Person-to-People Approach to Make Bangkok Better
Former Bangkok Governor Pichet Rattakul campaigned for Pheu Thai's Chaiyawat Sathavawichit on May 22, backing the young engineer's person-centered approach over relying on a single hero figure to lead the city.
Abhisit Says Next Week Will Bring Resolution on Constitutional Amendment Draft, Notes Pheu Thai's Approach Differs on Public Participation
Multiple opposition parties aligned on constitutional amendment principles will submit a draft next week, with plans for public participation in the charter drafting assembly that differ from Pheu Thai's approach. Abhisit said the parties s
Bangkok United Extends Contracts with Key Players, Restructures Club for Sustainability
Bangkok United extended contracts with star striker Muay Theerasil Dangda and other key players while restructuring leadership roles, appointing Danny Invincibile as Sporting Director to strengthen the club's technical management and youth
Lydia and Matthew Update Legal Case Against Former Manager, Acknowledge Mental Toll, Eager for Quick Resolution
Entertainment couple Lydia Saranrach and Matthew Dean are pursuing a legal case against their former personal manager, acknowledging the ongoing lawsuit is taking a mental toll as they await court proceedings to conclude.
Ronaldo Opens Up After Winning First League Title with Al Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo won his first Saudi Pro League title with Al Nassr after the club defeated Damac 4-1, clinching their first championship in seven years with 86 points.
Parliament in No Rush: Sophon Explains Why Opposition Bill to Establish Special Committee Not Yet Included, Awaiting Constitutional Court Ruling
Parliament is waiting for a Constitutional Court ruling on the opposition's petition before moving forward with establishing a special committee to oversee a 400-billion-baht loan decree, House Speaker Sophon Saram said.
Sophorn Confirms Flooding and Floating Debris in Parliament Building Caused by Heavy Rainwater, Orders Improvements
Heavy rainfall flooded Parliament's basement on May 21, prompting Speaker Sophorn to order drainage improvements and implement stricter waste management across the building.
Pakkapol Gamlaksana and Family Donate Over 35 Million Baht to Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society
Bhakapol Gamlaksana and his family donated 35 million baht to Chulalongkorn Hospital to support medical care for impoverished patients and establish a hematology clinic fund.
JSP Capitalizes on Thailand's Aging Society, Confident in Achieving 10% Sales Growth
JSP projects 10% sales growth this year despite modest Q1 performance, banking on Thailand's aging population's demand for health and wellness products while expanding into international markets.
Chaiyachai Pud, Former Senior Official, Raises Concerns Over Unlicensed Clinics Conducting Foreign Worker Health Screenings Amid Ebola Fears
An ex-senior official warns that roughly 50 unlicensed medical clinics in Thailand are illegally conducting health screenings for foreign workers, creating public health risks amid Ebola concerns and potentially classifying screened workers