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Supachee Monitors Quality Durian Exports, Pushes Online Commerce with Hundred-Million-Baht Orchard Model
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Supachee Monitors Quality Durian Exports, Pushes Online Commerce with Hundred-Million-Baht Orchard Model

Thailand's Commerce Minister monitored durian exports in Chanthaburi on April 25, promoting a "hundred-million-baht orchard" model and online sales to China while working to resolve logistics bottlenecks ahead of peak season output.

Thai Armed Forces Commander and Government Agencies Lay Wreaths to Honor King Naresuan the Great
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Thai Armed Forces Commander and Government Agencies Lay Wreaths to Honor King Naresuan the Great

Thai military and government officials honored King Naresuan the Great on his death anniversary with a wreath-laying ceremony at Armed Forces Headquarters, celebrating the 18th-century monarch's military legacy and restoration of Thai indep

King and Queen Attend Centennial Commemoration of Rama VI's Passing
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King and Queen Attend Centennial Commemoration of Rama VI's Passing

The King and Queen marked the 100th anniversary of King Rama VI's death at Bangkok's Lumpini Park, laying wreaths and attending cultural performances celebrating the modernization efforts of Thailand's revered monarch.

RWS Rewards Champion: Daniel Rodriguez Signs Contract Through 2030 in 154-Pound Division
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RWS Rewards Champion: Daniel Rodriguez Signs Contract Through 2030 in 154-Pound Division

Daniel Rodriguez, Rajadamnern Stadium's 154-pound champion, has signed a long-term contract with RWS through 2030, extending his reign as one of Thai boxing's elite fighters at age 27.

Thailand plans to scrap visa-free stay, cut duration
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Thailand plans to scrap visa-free stay, cut duration

Thailand is scrapping its 60-day visa-free entry scheme and cutting permitted stays to focus on longer-staying, higher-spending tourists and prevent visa misuse.

Watch Tomorrow: Democrat Party Assembly to Consider New Party Secretary to Replace Srayut Jamluak
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Watch Tomorrow: Democrat Party Assembly to Consider New Party Secretary to Replace Srayut Jamluak

The Democrat Party holds an assembly tomorrow to select a new party secretary after Srayut Jamluak's resignation following the party's election loss, with executive board member Picharn Chaowapatnanon expected to take the role.

Hidden Stocks in the Corner – Low Income, But Hundreds of Millions Rich!??
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Hidden Stocks in the Corner – Low Income, But Hundreds of Millions Rich!??

Former Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob had his asset-concealment complaint dismissed by Thailand's anti-corruption agency, which accepted his claim that nominee holdings in a construction company were legitimate despite the nominee's i

Sensation! Extraordinarily Rare Two-Toned Lobster, 1 in 50 Million Odds, Found Off Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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Sensation! Extraordinarily Rare Two-Toned Lobster, 1 in 50 Million Odds, Found Off Cape Cod, Massachusetts

A Massachusetts fishing boat caught an extraordinarily rare two-toned lobster with odds of 1 in 50 million off Cape Cod, with the specimen now heading to Woods Hole Science Aquarium for public display and study.

No Corners to Hide – Can Lt. Cdr. Virojn's Testimony Cut Short the Case?
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No Corners to Hide – Can Lt. Cdr. Virojn's Testimony Cut Short the Case?

Lt. Cdr. Virojn Ketumani, arrested as one of two gunmen in the shooting of a Nakhon Si Thammarat MP, is evasive in testimony but evidence points to broader military involvement that cannot be concealed. Investigators are closing in on other

Editorial – Recommendations from the Federation of Thai Industries
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Editorial – Recommendations from the Federation of Thai Industries

Thailand's industrial confidence fell to 88.6 in March as geopolitical tensions, surging energy costs, and raw material shortages squeeze manufacturers and exporters across automotive, chemicals, and other key sectors.

Abbot Phrayom Denies Fake News: Viral Video of Monk Abusing Novice Falsely Attributed to Suan Kaew Temple
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Abbot Phrayom Denies Fake News: Viral Video of Monk Abusing Novice Falsely Attributed to Suan Kaew Temple

Abbot Phrayom of Suan Kaew Temple in Nonthaburi denied a viral video showing monk abuse was from his temple, saying someone falsely attached the temple's name to unverified footage. He urged the public to verify sources before sharing misin

Sapporo confirms Supachok sidelined with knee ligament injury for three months, likely to miss Thailand national team duty in June
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Sapporo confirms Supachok sidelined with knee ligament injury for three months, likely to miss Thailand national team duty in June

Thai forward Supachok Sarachat suffered a torn knee ligament while playing for Sapporo and faces three months of recovery, likely sidelining him from Thailand's June national team matches.