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Yossakon Pushes Major Expansion of Bangkok Planetarium, Linking Universities Nationwide to Create Free Learning Spaces for All Ages
Thailand's deputy prime minister launched an expanded planetarium initiative to create free learning spaces nationwide, linking universities and schools to offer lifelong education for all ages beyond traditional museum models.
Three Thai children return home after Malaysia begging ordeal
Three Thai children aged 5, 11 and 12 have been rescued and returned home after being allegedly taken to Malaysia by a monk for ordination and forced begging. Four other children remain in Malaysia for court proceedings and are expected bac
Cambodia brings ASEAN observers to inspect disputed Thai frontier
Cambodia hosted ASEAN observers to inspect a disputed border area with Thailand on Sunday, verifying compliance with a ceasefire agreement that took effect in December 2025.
Kasetsart University Pilots Net Zero Initiative, Invites Academics and Agricultural Leaders to Major Forum on Grassroots Economic Growth
Kasetsart University launches a Net Zero Carbon initiative on June 9, positioning carbon credits as a new income source for Thai farmers through an academic forum bringing together agricultural experts and policymakers.
Business Development Department Acts on PM's Orders to Scan Tourist Areas, Crack Down on Foreign Nominees
Thai authorities are cracking down on foreign-controlled businesses in major tourist destinations, targeting Thai nationals acting as illegal nominees for foreign investors. The Department of Business Development identified thousands of sus
Commerce Ministry Responds to USTR Allegations on Forced Labor and Overcapacity
Thailand defended its labor standards and production practices during technical talks with U.S. trade officials on May 13-14, denying forced labor in supply chains and rejecting overcapacity allegations in key industries.
On Hold: Government Weighs 1.7 Billion Baht World Cup Broadcasting Rights Deal, Concerns Over Value
Thailand's government is reconsidering a 1.7-billion-baht plan to broadcast the 2026 World Cup, citing concerns over value when the funds could instead support youth football development programs across the country.
Additional Seizure: Nakhon Pathom Police Expand International Ice Drug Gang Operation, Seize 44 Kilograms More
Nakhon Pathom police seized 44 kilograms of methamphetamine worth 6 million baht from a Malaysian drug trafficking gang, arresting one suspect at a border checkpoint while three others fled following a separate bust of 440 kilograms days ea
Russian Man Arrested at Phuket Checkpoint with Large Drug Haul Including Ice, Heroin, Ecstasy, and Ketamine
Russian man arrested at Phuket checkpoint with over 1.8 kilograms of narcotics including ice, heroin, ecstasy, and ketamine hidden in a bus seat pocket on May 18.
Thai Airways Celebrates Royal Orchid Plus and Royal Orchid Holidays Anniversaries with Special Netherlands Travel Packages
Thai Airways celebrates 33 years of its Royal Orchid Plus loyalty program and 55 years of Royal Orchid Holidays with a 50% miles-back offer on Bangkok-Amsterdam flights and new travel packages linking Thailand and the Netherlands through cu
Ekniti warns oil prices will remain high for another 2 years, prepares Thai Helps Thai Plus program for cabinet approval tomorrow
Thailand's GDP grew 2.8% in Q1 2025 driven by investment and exports, but Deputy PM Ekniti warns oil prices will stay high for 1-2 years, prompting the cabinet to approve a 200-billion-baht relief program tomorrow.
Rooney Says Slot Should Drop Salah Over 'Heavy Metal' Football Jab in Farewell Match
Wayne Rooney believes Liverpool manager Arne Slot should drop Mohamed Salah from this weekend's farewell match after the Egyptian forward publicly called for more aggressive "heavy metal" football, suggesting a lack of trust in his coach.