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9 Years in the Making! Pongskor Shatters World Record in 200m Wheelchair Racing in Switzerland
Thai wheelchair racer Pongskor Paiya shattered a 9-year-old world record in the 200m T53 class at Switzerland's Nottwil Para Athletics Grand Prix, clocking 24.89 seconds and edging out Canada's previous mark by 0.15 seconds.
Thailand introduces Muslim prayer carriages on southern trains
Thailand's State Railway will launch dedicated prayer carriages on southern train routes from May 22 to help Muslim passengers observe Eid al-Adha, featuring separate prayer rooms and ablution areas for ritual cleansing.
Mom Gror Launches Bangkok Governor Bid on May 24, Unbothered by Competing Against Chatchatchai, Enlists Ex-PM as Advisory Chair
Bangkok governor candidate Mom Gror Kasemsr launches her campaign May 24, enlisting a former prime minister to lead her advisory board as she promises crisis-focused leadership to address cost-of-living issues.
Chaiyachon Integrates Disaster Response Cooperation, Moves Forward with ONE ID Initiative for Cabinet Approval
Thailand's Digital Economy Minister announced disaster response protocols and a comprehensive ONE ID system for cabinet approval, while telecoms unveiled a public safety mobile network covering 75 provinces to strengthen emergency communica
Thawee, Rohm, and Neneh Lead Justice Committee Inspection of Bangkok Prison to Improve Inmates' Quality of Life Before Release
A parliamentary justice committee led by former Justice Minister Thawee Sodsong inspected Bangkok Special Prison to assess conditions and discuss improving rehabilitation programs and legal aid access for inmates serving long sentences.
Senate Commerce Committee Partners with Consumer Council to Address Gaps in Laws Against Online Fraud as Scam Cases Surge
Thailand's Senate Commerce Committee and Consumer Council are partnering to address surging online fraud, with data showing over 121,921 scam cases in four months causing 7.48 billion baht in damages. A public forum scheduled for June 19 wi
ONEP Marks International Biodiversity Day with Push for Sustainable Conservation
Thailand's ONEP celebrated International Biodiversity Day on May 22 with over 400 government, business, and civil society participants, emphasizing sustainable conservation efforts and local action for global environmental impact.
Major Football Database Reveals All-Time Championship Winners; Uum Theerathorn Cracks Top 9 as Messi Dominates Rankings
Transfermarkt's latest rankings show Messi leads all players with 45 championships, while Thai fullback Uum Theerathorn cracks the top 9 with 36 titles at age 36, ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo's 34th championship.
Public Debt Management Office Set to Disburse First Batch of 175 Billion Baht Under 'Thai Helping Thai Plus' Program by June 1
Thailand's Public Debt Management Office will open bidding next week to disburse the first 175 billion baht from the 'Thai Helping Thai Plus' crisis relief program, with funds available by June 1 to help citizens manage the cost-of-living c
Too Hungry to Wait! 42-Year-Old Woman Suffers 8cm Esophageal Burn from Scalding Hot Pot Without Blowing
A 42-year-old woman in China suffered a severe 8cm esophageal burn after eating scalding hot pot without letting it cool, developing the injury in March after rushing to eat while hungry.
Direct from the Temple – Grand Ceremony Celebrating the Supreme Patriarch's 99th Birthday Anniversary
Thailand's government approved a major ceremonial program celebrating Supreme Patriarch Somdet Phra Ariyavongsagatayana's 99th birthday on June 26, 2026, featuring Buddhist rituals, ordinations, and commemorative productions across temples
Lisa, Anitta and Rema unite for 2026 World Cup track 'Goals'
Lisa, Anitta and Rema unite on 'Goals', the official 2026 World Cup anthem that blends K-pop, Latin and Afrobeats influences. The global collaboration racked up 2.7 million views in 24 hours ahead of its opening ceremony debut in Los Angele