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Sirawit Falls to South Korea, Misses Medal at Asian Taekwondo Championships
Thailand's taekwondo team failed to medal at the Asian Championships in Mongolia, with SEA Games champion Sirawit losing to South Korea's Yang Hee Chan in the semi-finals despite previous victories over the same opponent.
Yodiq Ananat Leads 28 Fighters Through Weigh-Ins Ahead of Tonight's Fights
All 28 fighters cleared weigh-ins for ONE Championship's double-header at Bangkok's Lumpinee Stadium on May 22, headlined by Yodiq Ananat facing Russia's Kiamran Nabati in a bantamweight Muay Thai clash.
Preparing for Monsoon Season: Chao Phraya Dam Mobilizes Machinery to Clear Tens of Thousands of Water Hyacinths Upstream
The Chao Phraya Dam has deployed boats and heavy machinery to remove tens of thousands of water hyacinths and debris upstream before monsoon season, ensuring drainage systems operate properly during potential flooding.
Phuket MP presses Freedom Beach land scandal probe
A Phuket MP has called for continued investigation into the Freedom Beach land scandal, noting that another retired senior official requires scrutiny alongside the Royal Forest Department's clarification.
Shop owner in hot water again after clash with Chinese tourists
A Phuket Old Town shop owner facing renewed criticism after a viral video showed him in a heated clash with Chinese tourists outside his Yaowarat Road shop, months after controversy over charging visitors a B40 entry fee.
Phuket Governor calls for clearer definition of ‘influential figures’
Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn called for stricter enforcement against public land encroachment and a clearer legal definition of "influential figures" to improve nationwide security operations.
Record 274 Climbers Summit Mount Everest in Single Day from Nepal Side, Breaking All-Time Record
A record 274 climbers summited Mount Everest on May 20 from the Nepal side, breaking the previous single-day record of 223 climbers set in 2019.
Phuket Town ‘Prison Park’ nears completion
PHUKET: Construction of the new public park at the site of the old Phuket Provincial Prison in Phuket Town is now more than 80% complete, with the project expected to open to the public by the middle of this year.
Phuket wins recognition for state land rights verification efforts
PHUKET: Phuket Vice Governor Adul Chuthong has received an award recognising Phuket’s role in advancing land management policies aimed at improving land security and reducing inequality.
Origin Property Launches IP Program to Attract Investors, Targeting Bangna Rental Market for Expats and EEC Workers
Origin Property launches a guaranteed-return condo investment program in Bangna, targeting expats and EEC workers with 5% returns over three years amid strong rental demand in the eastern Bangkok area.
Deputy Education Minister Akkanat Ready to Push Death Railway as UNESCO World Heritage Site Following Local Demand
Deputy Education Minister Akkanat pledged to accelerate efforts getting Kanchanaburi's Death Railway recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site after local groups requested his support, citing potential tourism and economic benefits for the
Yotchanan Leads Ministry of Higher Education Team to Chanthaburi to Drive Advanced Science and Technology Transformation of Thai Durians
Deputy Prime Minister Yotchanan led a higher education ministry delegation to Chanthaburi to showcase advanced technology transforming Thailand's durian industry, from AI-powered quality control to nuclear preservation methods that boost ex