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Pheu Thai Explains Candidate Change for Pattaya Mayor Position; Bangkok Governor and BMA Candidates to be Unveiled Early Next Month
Pheu Thai replaced its Pattaya mayoral candidate Nissamaad Louherattanaheerin with Ittivat Wattanasathansaethon after the original withdrew citing personal reasons, with Bangkok governor candidates to follow in early May.
21-Year-Old Sacrifices Future Selling Pork to Support 6 Siblings While Parents Want More Children—Until the Truth Emerges
A viral story about a 21-year-old sacrificing his future to support six siblings while his parents sought more children turned out to be fabricated marketing content, with authorities discovering the family actually owned multiple shops and
Prachachat Party Annual Meeting 2569: Thawee Sodsong Emphasizes People-Centered Strategy
Prachachat Party leader Thawee Sodsong pledged to prioritize citizens' welfare at the party's annual meeting in Pattani, vowing to leverage political mechanisms for policies addressing inequality in the southern border provinces despite the
Nattapong Says Blue Government Appears Strong But Is Fragile, Points to Reasons It Won't Survive Full Term
Democrat Party leader Nattapong warns that Thailand's government appears stable externally but faces internal fragility from competing interest groups that could prevent it from completing its full four-year term. He argues future crises wi
Wall Street Journal Stands by 'Scambodia' Reference Despite Cambodia's Protests
The Wall Street Journal refuses to remove its "Scambodia" headline despite protests from Cambodian officials, who say the term unfairly stigmatizes the nation despite evidence that cybercrime operations there generate up to $19 billion annu
Theerayut Calls for Internal Party Discussions to End, Emphasizes Unity After Piyabutr-Wiroj Criticism
Pheu Thai Party leader Nattapong Rueangpanya called for an end to internal party disputes, urging members to resolve disagreements privately rather than publicly criticize leadership at a Bangkok hotel event on April 26.
No Major Shake-up: Natthapon Remains Party Leader as Picharn Takes Secretary-General Post, Aiming for Seamless Coordination Between Local and Parliamentary Work
Pheu Thai Party appointed Picharn Chaowapatvanont as secretary-general on April 26, with party leader Natthapon remaining in position, aiming to coordinate parliamentary and grassroots work to solve public issues as an opposition party.
Thai Sports Authority Director Kongsakd Confident Thailand Will Hit Gold Medal Target Despite Tougher Competition at Asian Beach Games
Thailand's sports chief expressed confidence the country will meet its gold medal target at the Asian Beach Games in China despite stiffer competition, citing strong performances in beach athletics and canoe racing midway through the event.
Suphanart Criticizes Rural Road Department: Turning Off Street Lights Doesn't Save Money and Creates Safety Risks
Pheu Thai MP Suphanart Meenchaiyanan criticized the Department of Rural Roads' plan to turn off street lights on rural highways starting May 1, arguing it won't save money and creates safety risks. He urged converting to LED lighting instea
Arne Praises Woodman's Crucial Save as Liverpool Beats Crystal Palace; Salah Injury Concern Ahead of Season's End
Liverpool beat Crystal Palace 3-1 at home on April 25th, with backup goalkeeper Freddie Woodman making a crucial save, though Mohamed Salah's injury exit in the second half raises concerns ahead of the season's final weeks.
Lalana Fights Hard but Falls to Australian Opponent, Claims Runner-up Finish at W100 Tokyo
Thai tennis player Lalana Tharaphruedee lost to Australian Taylor Preston 1-6, 6-4, 4-6 in the W100 Tokyo final on April 26, finishing as runner-up despite a strong performance.
Two Polls Show Public Confidence in Eknath to Solve Energy Problems, Satisfied with Electricity and Fuel Cost Reductions
Two nationwide surveys show 67.9 percent of Thais have high confidence in Energy Minister Eknath Phrom-muang, with strong approval for electricity and fuel cost reductions and demands for transparent pricing structures.