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Renowned Thai Makeup Artist Sahawat Fakthong Dies
Sahawat Fakthong, Thailand's four-time champion bridal makeup artist, has died peacefully at an undisclosed age. His family announced the death via Facebook, with funeral arrangements set for Lampang province on August 8.
Thailand and Vietnam Aim for US$30B Trade Growth
The Thai government is stepping up efforts to strengthen economic cooperation with Vietnam, positioning the two nations as strategic partners for future growth rather than merely trading partners. The...
Thailand Boosts Athletes' Fitness for Asian Games
Thailand's athletes are in excellent fitness condition ahead of the 20th Asian Games in Japan next September, with the Thai Sports Authority partnering with Ajinomoto to provide customized nutrition plans tailored to each competitor's train
Bangkok Council Chief Initiates Inquiry into Voting Irregularity
Bangkok's City Council president has launched an investigation into allegations that a Yannawa district councilor cast votes for absent colleagues during a July 31 session, with a fact-finding committee scheduled to be established on August
TV Host Peggy Fights On in Divorce Asset Battle
Thai TV host Peggy Sritunya continues her eight-month legal battle against her ex-husband over asset division, refusing to let him claim any marital assets. She's overcome severe panic attacks and stress during the dispute, with witness tes
Thailand Leads ASEAN Digital Economy Agreement
Thailand and the United Kingdom have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening economic, trade, and investment cooperation following talks between Thai Trade Representative and UK Trade Envoy during th...
PM Monitors Northern Flood Crisis, Orders All-Units Response
Prime Minister Anuthin Charnvirakul has ordered a coordinated emergency response across northern Thailand's flooding crisis, directing governors and military units to establish evacuation shelters and stockpile medical supplies in affected
Beloved Children's TV Host Somboonchai Saegtong Dies at 78
Somboonchai Saegtong, the beloved Thai television host best known for the iconic children's show "Bozo-Uncle Chay," died of sudden cardiac failure at age 78 on August 7. His decades-long career spanned multiple networks and earned him prest
Egg Prices Surge 5 Baht Per Tray Amid Supply Shortage
Chicken egg prices in Nakhon Ratchasima have surged 5 baht per tray, with grade-zero eggs now selling at 150 baht, as retailers blame rumored exports abroad for domestic supply shortages.
PM Anutin Clarifies Cryptic Wall-Crashing Post, Taps Forehead
Prime Minister Anutin Chulanont clarified his cryptic social media post about running his head into a wall, saying it was a metaphorical warning to himself rather than a jab at Democrat Party deputy leader Sirikanya Tansukul.
Thailand's Labour Market Shows Weakening Signs
BANGKOK: Thailand’s unemployment rate remains relatively low, but the labour market is showing signs of weakening, says SCB Economic Intelligence Center (EIC), the research arm of Siam Commercial Bank.
Thailand Registers Two Ratchaburi Agricultural Products as Geographic Indicators
Thailand's Intellectual Property Department registered two Ratchaburi agricultural products—Pan Damnoen Lime and Nam Dok Mai Ratchaburi Mango—as Geographic Indicators, boosting their combined value to 8.5 billion baht and opening new export