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Tourism strategy targets high-spending visitors
BANGKOK: The Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) has offered Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul a plan to drive high-value tourism over a four-year term.
Police to Question Temple Monks About Gunshot Attack on Abbot Inside Monastery Cell with 16 Bullet Wounds
Police are investigating a shooting that left a Buddhist abbot with 16 bullet wounds inside his monastery cell in Kamphaeng Phet Province on May 18, and have summoned all monks for questioning as they search for suspects and possible motive
Tourism wrestles with wars impact
BANGKOK: On Feb 28, when the US-Israeli war with Iran began, Thailands tourism industry was looking forward to reaping the benefits of the final month of the high season.
Winwakeen Sparks Thought-Provoking Debate with Bold Statement: 'We Are the Aliens'
Young actor and musician Winwakeen Simawaara sparked online debate with a cryptic post stating "We are the aliens," which fans interpret as a metaphor for creative nonconformists rather than literal extraterrestrials.
PM Anutin Marks Thailand-UK 170th Diplomatic Anniversary
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul attended a reception celebrating 170 years of diplomatic relations between Thailand and the United Kingdom, as well as the 80th anniversary of the British Chamber of...
GPSC Taps Getz to Develop 98-Megawatt IRPC-CP Solar Farm
GPSC's subsidiary Getz Energy will build a 98-megawatt solar farm in Songkhla province for IRPC Clean Power, with operations starting in Q3 2028.
Bangkok Prepares Safety Measures for Songkran 2026
Bangkok's governor has unveiled comprehensive safety protocols for Songkran 2026, prioritizing public health measures as the city prepares for the annual festival.
TAT Shifts Strategy Toward Domestic and Short-Haul Markets Amid Fuel Concerns
Thailand's Tourism Authority is redirecting marketing efforts toward domestic and regional travelers instead of long-haul international visitors, citing rising fuel costs and energy concerns.
5.3-Magnitude Earthquake in Myanmar Felt in Bangkok High-Rises
A 5.3-magnitude earthquake centered near Myanmar's southern coast was felt across Bangkok's high-rises on May 18, though Thailand's Earthquake Monitoring Center reported no damage or impact to the country. The tremors were amplified by Bang
Chadchart Opens Up About Resignation, Works Until 5 PM Today; Hints at Future Focus on Urban Development
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittiphand resigned effective 5 PM today to run for reelection, emphasizing productivity and technology to boost the city's global competitiveness. He said his team will maintain operations during the transition a
Music News – Indie Rock Band AYLA's Launches New Journey with Single 'From Now On, There Won't Be Us'
Indie rock band AYLA debuts with melancholic single "From Now On, There Won't Be Us," a folk-influenced acoustic track exploring themes of separation and moving forward written by vocalist Per during a life transition.
Som Chiang Opens Up About Business Loss of 16 Million Baht After Facing Criticism for Seeking Review Work
Som Chiang shared details about losing 16 million baht in a scam and closing her noodle shop, appearing on a talk show with her daughter Kim, who recently completed a master's degree in Digital Marketing in the UK.