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Amnesty Bill Likely to Pass, Bhumjaithai Defends Section 112 Stance
The ruling coalition is expected to pass an amnesty bill excluding lèse-majesté charges after Senate amendments, with Bhumjaithai defending the exclusion of Section 112 offenses during its coalition meeting on July 6.
Thailand Sends Envoy to Iran Supreme Leader's Funeral
Thailand's special envoy attended Iran's Supreme Leader's funeral in Tehran on July 3, expressing condolences and reaffirming bilateral ties while discussing economic cooperation between the two nations.
Social Security Board Election Registrations Surge To 680,000
Social Security Committee board election registrations have surged to over 682,000 voters ahead of September's election, with 68 candidates competing for positions as of early July. Voter registration continues through July 15th, with worke
Thailand To Tighten Forex Laws, Stiffen Penalties For Scammers
Thailand is tightening forex regulations and increasing penalties for scammers, with lawmakers identifying loopholes in decades-old laws that impose minimal fines and prison time. The government aims to close legal gaps before a 2027 intern
Pheu Thai Gains Ground In Political Popularity Poll
Pheu Thai Party leads political preference with 34.80 percent support in a nationwide Nida Poll survey, while Pheu Thai's Srettha Thavisin tops prime minister candidate preferences at 26.08 percent.
Zlatan Praises France's Composure Against Paraguay
Zlatan Ibrahimović praised France for maintaining composure during their 1-0 World Cup victory over Paraguay, who employed aggressive tactics and provocations throughout the match.
Chinese Tech Giant Launches Humanoid Robot With Emotion AI
Chinese tech company UBTECH has launched the Uworld U1, a humanoid robot with lifelike appearance, emotion-recognition AI, and natural movement that mimics humans with 90% accuracy. The company has already received over 10,000 orders and pl
Thai Women's Volleyball Team Heads to Japan for Nations League
Thailand's women's volleyball team flies to Osaka to compete in the Nations League Week 3 (July 8-12), aiming for at least two wins against world-class opponents including the USA, Japan, Brazil, and Turkey.
Water Heater Tops Thailand's Energy Guzzlers List
Water heaters consume far more electricity than air conditioners, topping Thailand's Energy Ministry ranking of household power hogs and costing up to 47 baht per hour to operate. Experts recommend regular maintenance and energy-efficient m
Southgate Hopes England Overcome Azteca Stadium Ghosts
England returns to Estadio Azteca for the first time in 40 years to face Mexico in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, seeking to overcome painful memories of Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" goal that eliminated them in 1986.
Government Enforces Law to Reclaim Forests and Protect Land Rights
Thailand's government is demolishing illegal structures at Khao Yai National Park and reclaiming forest land while strictly enforcing laws against encroachers and allocating farmland to reduce deforestation across the country.
Government Strengthens Protections for Film and Entertainment Workers
Thailand's Labor Ministry is strengthening protections for film and entertainment workers, including freelancers, by establishing employment standards, skills development programs, and fair wage practices following reports of unpaid wages a