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Diverse Local Techniques – Don Kamyan Snakehead Fish, A Prized GI Product and Culinary Treasure of Suphan Buri
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Diverse Local Techniques – Don Kamyan Snakehead Fish, A Prized GI Product and Culinary Treasure of Suphan Buri

Don Kamyan snakehead fish, prized for over 80 years for its distinctive aromatic flavor, earned Geographical Indication status as Suphan Buri Province's second registered product. The fish develop their unique taste by feeding on fragrant k

Hun Sen's nephew says he owned 30% of scam-linked firm
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Hun Sen's nephew says he owned 30% of scam-linked firm

A Cambodian businessman linked to Prime Minister Hun Manet acknowledged owning 30% of a payment platform accused by US authorities of laundering billions in scam proceeds and criminal funds across Southeast Asia.

Chonburi and CPF Invite You to Taste and Shop at 'CPF Caravan: Reducing Living Costs' Event
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Chonburi and CPF Invite You to Taste and Shop at 'CPF Caravan: Reducing Living Costs' Event

CPF and Chonburi Province host a food festival through May 8 featuring discounts up to 40% on quality products from major brands, plus local OTOP goods and a Muay Thai championship bout on May 6.

‘Monkey Hill’ temple gets LED upgrade
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‘Monkey Hill’ temple gets LED upgrade

A centuries-old temple on Phuket's iconic Monkey Hill has undergone a major LED lighting upgrade to enhance safety, preserve the cultural landmark and attract more visitors.

Shock as Conveyor Belt Stops: Sukhi Jinda Nakhon Ratchasima Announces Closure
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Shock as Conveyor Belt Stops: Sukhi Jinda Nakhon Ratchasima Announces Closure

Popular conveyor belt sushi restaurant Sukhi Jinda closes its Nakhon Ratchasima branch after 2.5 years, citing expired contract and declining consumer spending in the economically struggling province.

Eight tourists criticised over indecent behaviour in Pattaya Bay
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Eight tourists criticised over indecent behaviour in Pattaya Bay

Eight intoxicated foreign tourists were filmed engaging in explicit behaviour in Pattaya Bay early May 6, prompting criticism from locals over damage to the resort city's reputation and Thai cultural norms.

Phuket MP faces death threat over Freedom Beach probe
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Phuket MP faces death threat over Freedom Beach probe

A Phuket MP received death threats following his investigation into illegal land encroachment at Freedom Beach, allegedly from a local influential figure.

Parked pickup hit with gunshot in Kathu
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Parked pickup hit with gunshot in Kathu

Police are hunting for gunmen who fired at a parked pickup truck outside a Kathu home in the early morning of May 5.

No One Left Behind: Khao Khram National Park Rangers Rescue Ill Patient from Forest
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No One Left Behind: Khao Khram National Park Rangers Rescue Ill Patient from Forest

National park rangers in Phetchaburi trekked deep into a forest community to rescue a resident suffering from severe weakness and breathing difficulties, transporting him to hospital on May 5th.

Jackson Acknowledges Tough Yahya Daarul Takzim Visit but Hopes Buriram Delivers Strong Performance in Malaysia
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Jackson Acknowledges Tough Yahya Daarul Takzim Visit but Hopes Buriram Delivers Strong Performance in Malaysia

Buriram United manager Mark Jackson says his team is prepared for a tough AFC Champions League Cup playoff trip to face Johor Darul Takzim in Malaysia on May 6, confident they can deliver strong results despite playing in a hostile environm

Foreign Couple Deported After Indecent Act on Tuk-Tuk in Patong
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Foreign Couple Deported After Indecent Act on Tuk-Tuk in Patong

A Spanish man and Peruvian woman were deported from Thailand after authorities caught them engaging in a public indecent act on a tuk-tuk in Patong, drawing criticism over the incident's impact on Phuket's tourism reputation.

Phatthalung Provincial Administration Waives 90-Day Fuel Tax to Ease Cost of Living
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Phatthalung Provincial Administration Waives 90-Day Fuel Tax to Ease Cost of Living

Phatthalung waived its fuel tax for 90 days starting May 6th, suspending a 4.54 satang-per-liter charge to help residents cope with rising energy costs driven by Middle East instability.