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Princess Ubolratana Opens Thai Night Cannes 2026
Princess Ubolratana opened Thai Night Cannes 2026 in France to promote Thailand's film and entertainment industry globally, showcasing the country's shift from production base to creative storyteller on the international stage.
SENA Shakes Up Real Estate Market with 'SENA Limits Expensive' Campaign, Locks in Original Costs and Best Prices
SENA Development launched the 'SENA Limits Expensive' campaign freezing prices on over 50 ready-to-move homes and condos, offering zero-baht booking, up to 100% financing, and rent-to-own options to counter rising housing costs. The campaig
Thai Industry Federation Warns Middle East War Undermines Business Confidence; Urges Government to Push Clean Energy
Thailand's industrial confidence index dropped to 85.3 in April due to elevated oil prices, Middle East conflict surcharges, and higher logistics costs, though tourism and private investment showed some strength.
Chamber of Commerce President Says Anutin Tackles Corruption, Discusses with Permanent Secretary; Survey Results Due May 22
Chamber of Commerce President Pokin Aramwattananont praised the government's swift establishment of an anti-corruption committee and confirmed that a comprehensive corruption survey using World Bank standards will be submitted by May 22, ta
Two Thai Women Water Polo Players Help Club Win Israeli Cup Championship Ahead of Asian Games
Two Thai women water polo players helped Israeli club Hapoel Yoqneam win the national cup championship, marking Thailand's first high-level international sports title and boosting preparations for the upcoming Asian Games.
Dead Serious, Not Playing Around! Anutin Asserts Bhumjaithai is First Party to Submit Constitutional Amendment Draft, Rebuts Accusations of Insincerity
Prime Minister Anutin submitted Bhumjaithai's constitutional amendment draft to Parliament on May 20, asserting the party is the first to do so and defending against accusations of insincerity regarding promised reforms.
Natural Resources Minister Orders Strict Inspection of Fish Meal Factory in Samut Sakhon Following Odor Complaints
Thai authorities ordered strict inspections of a fish meal factory in Samut Sakhon after residents complained of overpowering odors, finding the facility exceeded air quality standards despite holding proper licenses.
Pichaorn Reiterates: Government Must File Clarification with Constitutional Court on 400-Billion-Baht Decree Within 7 Days
The government has seven days to clarify a 400-billion-baht emergency decree to the Constitutional Court after opposition lawmakers challenged whether it violates constitutional borrowing limits.
Chiang Mai University Wins 'Better Stands Gold Award' at Fi Vietnam 2026, Showcasing Thai Herbal Innovation on the Global Stage
Chiang Mai University won a gold award at Vietnam's Food Ingredients 2026 exhibition for showcasing Thai herbal innovations, including a breakthrough product combining traditional herbs with green technology developed by its Faculty of Phar
Anutin Discusses Anti-Corruption Crackdown, Dismisses CPI Index, Says Report Corruption Cases to NACC and NCPO
Prime Minister Anutin chaired an anti-corruption meeting with public and private sectors, dismissing the Corruption Perceptions Index and urging citizens to report suspected corruption directly to the NACC and NCPO rather than rely on surve
Hello Dara – Sukuna Hidden Love: Kan and Dom Perform 'Will It Be True Love'
Actors Kan Naphatthorn and Dom Jaruewat perform two versions of "Will It Be True Love" for the romance series Sukuna Hidden Love, alongside new releases from Thai and international artists exploring themes of love and connection.
Democrats Submit 6 Bills Back to Parliament After Cabinet Rejection; Prepare Constitutional Amendment Article 256 for Next Week
The Democrat Party resubmitted six stalled bills to parliament on May 20 after the cabinet rejected them last week, including legislation on environmental protection, labor, and a constitutional amendment to allow public participation in se