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Bangkok schools limit mobile phone use
BANGKOK: Schools under the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) introduced new measures to control mobile phone use on the first day of the new semester yesterday (May 18).
Mr. DIY Launches 'Price Lock' Campaign to Freeze Prices Store-Wide and Help Thai Consumers Reduce Cost of Living
Mr. DIY is freezing prices across all 16,000 products in its stores nationwide and online for three months through July 31 to help Thai consumers cope with rising living costs.
Watch This! Cabinet Set to Approve 'Thai Helping Thai Plus' Program and Special Holiday During IMF-World Bank Hosting
The Thai Cabinet approved the 'Thai Helping Thai Plus' program providing 1,000 baht monthly assistance to 30 million people for two months, with special holidays designated for Thailand's hosting of the IMF-World Bank annual meetings in Oct
Weerawuth Backs CP Chairman's Push to Elevate Agriculture and SMEs, Accelerates Solar Panel Standards
Industry Minister Weerawuth backs CP's push to elevate agriculture and SMEs while accelerating mandatory solar panel safety standards set for early 2027. The government emphasizes renewable energy's strategic importance and proper solar ins
Title Implications for Champions: Arteta Refuses to Hold Back, Wants to Be Bournemouth Fan for Upcoming Duel Against Man City
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta joked he'll become Bournemouth's biggest fan ahead of their May 19 clash with Manchester City, knowing a Cherries victory would clinch the Premier League title for the Gunners who currently lead by five points.
Neymar Makes Brazil's 2026 World Cup Squad as Coach Carlo Ancelotti Announces 26-Player Roster
Neymar made Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad announced by coach Carlo Ancelotti on May 19, returning after recovering from a serious knee injury to compete in his fourth World Cup tournament.
Tray Scot Addresses Tagging Mind to Set Up Multiple Meetings Before Wedding - Concerned About Her Mental Health
Tray Scot revealed on a talk show that he attempted to warn his sister-in-law Mind before her wedding about undisclosed family abuse involving a child, but said his attempts to communicate were rebuffed and legal action followed instead.
End of an Era: Pep Guardiola Prepares to Leave Manchester City at Season's End
Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City at the end of this season despite having a year remaining on his contract, with his match against Aston Villa potentially his final game. The legendary manager departs after a decade with the club, d
Arsenal Wins as Expected After Home Victory Over Burnley – Five Points Clear
Arsenal defeated already-relegated Burnley 1-0 at home to extend their Premier League lead to five points, with Kai Havertz scoring in the first half.
Amnesty International Reports Global Death Sentences Hit 44-Year High
Executions reached a 44-year high in 2025 with at least 2,707 people put to death across 17 countries, a 78 percent surge driven largely by Iran and Saudi Arabia's use of capital punishment for drug offenses.
Fermin Lopez Out of 2026 World Cup After Suffering Broken Foot
Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez suffered a broken foot injury during a La Liga match that will require surgery and sideline him from Spain's 2026 World Cup campaign.
Thai Men's Four-Player Sepaktakraw Team Falls to Myanmar, Eliminated at World Cup Quarterfinals
Thailand's men's four-player sepaktakraw team was eliminated from the World Cup quarterfinals in Kuala Lumpur after losing 2-1 to Myanmar on May 18.