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Government Coalition Explains Cabinet's Rejection of Constitutional Amendment Section 256 Draft; New Process Could Take Up to 2 Years
Thailand's cabinet has rejected a constitutional amendment draft to prioritize addressing an energy crisis, with officials noting the amendment process could take up to two years and require two referendums and extensive consultations with
Love Falls Apart, House Falls Down! Divorcing Couple Tears Down Home They Built Together
A divorcing couple in Central Java demolished their shared home using a bulldozer rather than resolve a property dispute, after the wife's affair further strained their already rocky relationship.
Foremost Transforms Thai Children's Nutrition with Launch of Foremost Omega Smart Super Gold
Foremost launches Omega Smart Super Gold, a premium UHT milk formula for learning-age children fortified with 24 essential nutrients and advanced DHA technology that absorbs eight times faster to support brain development and immunity.
Royal Rainmaking Director Seeks Blessings and Vows Not to Tolerate Political Interference Before Inspecting Operations
Rainmaking director Rachen Silparaiya visited Phitsanulok to accelerate cloud seeding operations across Thailand, seeking blessings while vowing to resist political interference after resigning from civil service on April 29.
Deputy Permanent Secretary Leads Biodiversity Committee to Push Doi Inthanon National Park as Thailand's 11th ASEAN Heritage Park
Thailand's biodiversity committee approved a draft Biodiversity Act and endorsed nominating Doi Inthanon National Park as the country's 11th ASEAN Heritage Park, pending Cabinet approval.
Thaeng Unfazed by Democrats' Rival Claims, Asserts Pheu Thai Leads Draft Petition to Probe NACC on Sakdisiam Case
Pheu Thai is leading a petition to investigate the NACC over Sakdisiam Chidchob's shareholding case, with some Democrat MPs set to co-sign despite the party's rival announcements on the same matter.
Madam Kaeng Tearfully Apologizes to Big Turtle, Reveals Tone Bang Kaew's Words from April 17 Negotiation
A businesswoman apologized tearfully at the Anti-Corruption Division on May 5, denying she accepted money from Tonton Sukkaew during an April 17 negotiation, after he disputed her complaint involving bounced checks totaling hundreds of mill
Airt Pongsak Defends Bangkok's Budget Under 'Governor Aswin,' Claims Surplus of 76 Billion Baht, Not 94 Million
Former Bangkok official Pongsak Kwanmeung disputes claims the city was left with only 94 million baht, asserting the previous administration under Governor Aswin actually left a 76 billion baht surplus despite heavy pandemic relief costs an
Mr. D.I.Y. Holding Holds First Shareholder Meeting Following Stock Exchange Listing
Mr. D.I.Y. Holding held its first shareholder meeting since listing on Thailand's stock exchange in November 2024, approving a 0.261 baht per share dividend. The home improvement retailer operates 1,127 branches nationwide and expanded to a
PTT Included in Dow Jones Index for 14th Consecutive Year, Reaffirming Global Sustainability Leadership
PTT has been named to the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index for the 14th straight year, joining several of its subsidiaries in recognition of strong environmental, social, and governance practices.
Director Phoch Anant Unbothered by 'Heng Chia Jazz' Flopping: 'If It Doesn't Work This Time, We'll Try Again—Stop Freaking Out'
Director Phoch Anant brushes off criticism over his film "Heng Chia Jazz" flopping at the box office, saying he's unbothered and will simply make another movie if this one doesn't work. The veteran filmmaker stressed that the film turned a
Top Female Tennis Players Threaten French Open Boycott Over Unfair Prize Money
Top female tennis players including world number one Aryna Sabalenka have threatened to boycott the French Open unless organizers increase prize money to match the revenue share offered at other major tournaments.