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Supamas Explains Plan to Shelve 2026 World Cup Broadcasting Rights Purchase, Warns of Unfair Pricing
Thailand is reconsidering its purchase of 2026 World Cup broadcasting rights due to unfair pricing and changed circumstances including reduced advertising opportunities and altered broadcast timing.
Dr. Jo Promotes Transparent Bangkok, AI Catches Corruption, Returns Over 20 Billion Baht to Bangkok Residents
Dr. Jo's "Transparent Bangkok, AI Catches Corruption" policy deploys artificial intelligence to detect procurement fraud and recover over 20 billion baht for residents. The Bangkok Redflag AI system targets corruption in budget specificatio
“Siam Songkran Festival 2026” Transforms Bangkok’s Siam District into a Global Songkran Landmark
Bangkok is set to host a landmark celebration as the Siam district transforms into a global Songkran destination during the “Siam Songkran Festival 2026,” taking place from April 10–15, 202...
Thailand’s State Railway Launches Premium Tourist Train Rentals to Elevate Travel Experience
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has introduced premium tourist train rental services as part of its strategy to enhance the country’s rail travel image and meet evolving lifestyle demands. The i...
Renowned Doctor Discusses Ebola: Will It Spread to Thailand? Points to Disease Severity as a Natural Barrier to Transmission
A Chulalongkorn University microbiologist says Ebola is unlikely to reach Thailand because the disease's extreme severity and high mortality rate actually restrict its spread, unlike more transmissible diseases such as influenza.
Bangkok Marks One Year After Earthquake, Advancing Recovery and Smart Safety Systems
Bangkok has marked one year since the earthquake with a renewed focus on disaster management, combining structural safety with the restoration of public confidence. Associate Professor Tawida Kamolvec...
Priwat Nang Takes Opposition Coalition Chair Post with 24 Committee Members Excluding Free Thai and Thai Loyalty Parties
Priwat Wachrasinthdu assumed the role of opposition coalition chairman with 24 committee members from Pheu Thai, Khla Tham, and Democrat parties at Parliament on May 19, excluding Free Thai and Thai Loyalty parties.
Prit Urges Parliament Speaker to Fast-Track Bill, Establish Ad Hoc Committee to Scrutinize 400 Billion Baht Borrowing Decree, Warns Government Not to Evade Parliament
Opposition MP Prit Chaturon urged parliament's speaker to fast-track a bill creating an oversight committee for a 400 billion baht borrowing decree, warning the government is already spending funds before constitutional court review conclud
Hallodarah – Jeff Satur Shows Off Shredded Physique! Reveals Struggle During Strict Diet
Actor Jeff Satur reveals the grueling diet required to maintain his shredded physique for his film role, admitting he misses Thai custard treats but insists he's not obsessed with his appearance. The actor emphasizes that happiness and qual
DSS Partners with TÜV Rheinland to Advance Future Mobility and High-Tech Standards.
The Department of Science Service (DSS) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with TÜV Rheinland, a globally recognized organization, to strengthen the country’s capabilities in testing, i...
Thailand Launchs “HALAL BRIDGE Program 2026” to Boost SMEs into Global Halal Markets
The Islamic Bank of Thailand (iBank), in collaboration with the Export-Import Bank of Thailand (EXIM Bank), has officially launched the “HALAL BRIDGE Program 2026,” building on their previous part...
Atthakorn Regrets Cabinet's Failure to Endorse Constitutional Draft, Contradicting Referendum Results; Says Palang Pracharath Ready to Support Democracy-Strengthening Proposals
Palang Pracharath MP Atthakorn Sirilattayakorn criticized Parliament for failing to reconsider a constitutional draft, saying starting from scratch contradicts referendum results, as his party prepares to decide whether to submit its own am