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Thailand's July Inflation Rises 1.95% Amid Oil Price Concerns
Thailand's July inflation rose 1.95% year-on-year, slowing from June but driven by elevated fuel prices tied to Middle East tensions and higher food costs, with August expected to remain inflationary due to sustained oil price pressures.
Parliament Health Committee Probes Doctorready App Data Errors
Parliament's health committee is investigating widespread data errors in the Doctorready medical app, including incorrect treatment records and medication histories affecting patients since 2561. The Public Health Ministry has two weeks to
Thailand Names 50 Government Agencies for Social Media Excellence
Thailand's government recognized 50 agencies for excellence in social media communication, evaluated on public trust, relevance, consistency and responsiveness over a 12-month period ending June 2026.
Actress Mai Charoenpura to Hold Press Conference Aug 6
Actress Mai Charoenpura will hold a press conference August 6 to address false Facebook posts damaging her reputation, appearing with her mother and manager to discuss legal action against those responsible.
Reform Advocates Sue to Restore Social Insurance Board Elections
Thai Social Insurance reform advocates sued to force elections scheduled for September 27, 2025, after the election commission indefinitely postponed balloting despite 70 percent of procedures being complete.
Bangkok Hotels Oppose 3% Tax Plan
The Bangkok hotel industry is opposing a planned 3% tax, asking authorities to start with a lower 0.5-1% rate and provide support as tourism recovers from Middle East tensions.
Chiang Mai University Launches 10th Annual Charity Marathon
Chiang Mai University opens registration for its 10th annual charity marathon on November 8, 2026, with proceeds supporting student scholarships and university facilities. Multiple race categories from 5 km to 42 km are available both onsit
Thai FM Urges Chinese Envoy to Ease Airport Tensions
Thailand's deputy PM called on China's ambassador to ease tensions after over 20 Chinese tourists were denied boarding at Suvarnabhumi Airport, urging diplomatic efforts to build mutual understanding rather than amplify complaints about the
Cabinet Appoints New Permanent Secretary for Commerce Ministry
Poonpong Nayanapakarana, director-general of the Business Development Department, has been appointed as the new Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce, replacing the retiring Wuthikrai Leeveeraphant. He brings over 18 years of gove
Thai YouTuber Hulun Solo's Body Returning to Thailand
Thai YouTuber Hulun Solo's body arrives in Thailand on August 6 after his death in Georgia, with authorities still investigating the circumstances and cause of death.
Thai Digital Minister: Government Data Leak Not A Hack
A Thai Digital Minister says a government data leak stemmed from suspicious account access rather than a hack, with investigators suspecting possible political involvement but awaiting full results.
PM Orders Investigation Into Leaked ID Card Data
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered an investigation into leaked ID card data after his personal photograph surfaced online, directing authorities to examine the breach and review data protection systems.