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Sirikanya Exposes Government Sneaking 18 Billion Baht Borrowed Funds into Welfare Card Distribution
Deputy Pheu Thai MP Sirikanya Tansukul alleged the government improperly diverted 18.8 billion baht from emergency relief borrowing to fund welfare card benefits that should come from regular budgets, accusing authorities of misusing crisis
Anutin Dodges Questions on Sirikanya's Allegations of Government Misuse of Loans with Welfare Card Program
Prime Minister Anutin avoided answering allegations from opposition lawmakers that the government misused loans tied to the state welfare card program, instead deferring questions to the finance minister.
Arsenal Legend Thierry Henry Opens Up About First Premier League Title in 22 Years
Arsenal claimed their first Premier League title in 22 years after Manchester City failed to win against Bournemouth, with legend Thierry Henry praising manager Mikel Arteta's transformative impact on the club.
Royal Decree Elevates Five Community Temples to Royal Monastery Status in Honor of the Queen
Five historic temples across Thailand have been elevated to royal monastery status in honor of Queen Suthida's birthday celebration, recognizing their significance as centers of Buddhist learning and spiritual practice.
Internal Affairs Bureau Director Issues Urgent Order: Phuket Provincial and District Officials to Support Government Affairs Following Entertainment Business Complaints
Phuket provincial and district officials have been ordered to investigate complaints from entertainment business operators following social media allegations that damaged the Interior Ministry's reputation.
Energy Ministry Explains DSI Summons for Six Refineries Over Incomplete Shipping Documents
DSI will summon six refineries over incomplete oil transport documentation within a week, though the Energy Ministry says this concerns regulatory compliance rather than hoarding allegations. Thailand is also considering exporting surplus j
Thai water polo duo make history with Israel Cup win
Two Thai water polo players won the Israel Cup with Israeli club Hapoel Yokneam, marking the first time Thai athletes have claimed a national-level club title abroad at this competitive level.
European Market Heating Up! Trade Policy Office Urges Thailand to Accelerate EU FTA Negotiations to Capture Trade and Investment Share Before Competitors
Thailand must accelerate its EU Free Trade Agreement negotiations to capture market opportunities and attract investment before competitors like Vietnam and Singapore gain further advantage in 2025.
KTC Reports Surging E-Commerce Spending, Now Accounting for 45% of Total Expenditure; Growth Reaches 16% in First Four Months
E-commerce spending through KTC credit cards has surged to 40-45% of total expenditure, up from just 10-20% previously, driven by consumers increasingly preferring frequent small purchases and fast delivery services in the first four months
Go-tee Opens Up About Past Conflict with Toy Triphop Over Fame - Quit Drug Addiction Cold Turkey After Using 30 Pills Daily
Thai entertainer Go-tee Aramboy revealed his struggle with drug addiction that peaked at 30 pills daily, and detailed past conflicts with fellow star Toy Triphop during his rise to fame as a child actor.
CLICX Receives Virtual Bank License, Opening Thailand's New Banking Era
CLICX, a joint venture of KTB, AIS, and OR, has received Thailand's first virtual bank license from the Bank of Thailand, planning to launch branch-less digital banking services in June 2025. The license enables the bank to offer accessible
Like a Dream! Kaeng Hrusdit Excited Walking the Cannes Red Carpet, Reveals Practice Wave from Thailand
Thai actor Kaeng Hrusdit walked the red carpet at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, describing it as a dream come true after secretly practicing his wave and using Buddhist breathing techniques to calm his nerves.