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Silicon Valley Founders Launch SV Academy for AI Training in Thailand
Three Silicon Valley tech veterans have launched SV Academy in Thailand to train youth and businesses in AI and software development, aiming to close the skills gap and prepare the country for rapid technological transformation.
Political Rumor: Rift Between Two Senior Officials?
Political observers are monitoring unconfirmed reports of tensions between two senior Interior Ministry officials, though key figures have denied claims of party fracture or serious conflict.
Interior Ministry Addresses Zero-Score Local Exam Results
Around 270 candidates who scored zero on a local government competitive exam met with the Interior Ministry on June 30, citing suspected technical errors in the answer-scanning system and demanding a full review of results.
BCP Completes Chevron Hong Kong Acquisition
Thai energy firm BCP has acquired Chevron Hong Kong and rebranded it as Bangchak Hong Kong, establishing a strategic regional hub for trade, commerce, and marine fuel services across Northeast Asia.
Opposition Leader Demands Budget Overhaul Amid Deficit Crisis
The leader of Thailand's Pracharaj Party called the fiscal year 2570 budget a "hidden financial crisis," citing a 788 billion baht deficit and arguing revenue projections are unrealistic while the tax system unfairly burdens ordinary citize
Thailand's Healthcare Budget Called a Ticking Time Bomb
Thailand's 570-billion-baht healthcare budget—praised internationally for efficiency—faces three critical structural crises: overemphasis on treatment versus prevention, hospital deficits causing staff shortages, and fragmented funding crea
Thai Asset Development Bank Names New Managing Director
Dr. Theethach Suksukhat, former Deputy Managing Director of Thai Credit Guarantee Corporation, has been appointed as the new Managing Director effective July 1, 2026, bringing six years of prior experience at the organization.
Suchart Reelected Thai Golf Association Chief
Suchart Suwannasri was reelected president of the Thai Golf Association for a third term at the organization's annual general meeting in Nakhon Pathom. The association plans to focus on developing youth golfers and promoting member courses
Military Chiefs Inspect Border Region After Farm Access Ban
Thailand's three military service chiefs inspected border operations in Sa Kaeo province, coordinating defenses across the eastern region following new restrictions on nighttime farm access aimed at preventing unauthorized border crossings.
ALLY Rebrands as Urban Experience Platform
ALLY REIT is rebranding as an Urban Experience Platform, investing 200 million baht to transform its community malls into lifestyle destinations across Thailand and the US by 2028. The company is also acquiring three new malls and rebrandin
Kimberly Confident She'll Conceive Quickly When Ready
Actress Kimberly Ann Voltemas clarified she's not currently pregnant after sparking speculation with a bikini post, revealing she and her husband plan to delay having children due to her heavy filming schedule in 2025. She expressed confide
Iraq to Reopen Embassy in Thailand After 70 Years
Iraq will reopen its embassy in Thailand for the first time in 70 years following Cabinet approval, strengthening bilateral ties and opening new opportunities in energy, trade and tourism.