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PM Anutin Dismisses Party Rift Rumors
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PM Anutin Dismisses Party Rift Rumors

Prime Minister Anutin Chaiyawongsa dismissed rumors of internal conflict within the Bhumjaithai Party on July 2, refusing to explain what he called a family matter while deflecting questions about party unity.

Government Savings Fund Helps Informal Workers Beat Inflation
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Government Savings Fund Helps Informal Workers Beat Inflation

Thailand's National Savings Fund offers government-matched contributions to help informal workers combat inflation and economic hardship, with matching funds up to 1,800 baht annually exceeding the current 1% interest rate.

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Thailand, US Reaffirm Alliance in High-Level Talks

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sihasak Phuangketkeow, received a telephone call from the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau. The discussion focused on reafirmin...

Thailand BMX Team Eyes 1-2 Medals at Asian Games
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Thailand BMX Team Eyes 1-2 Medals at Asian Games

Thailand's BMX team aims for 1-2 medals at the 2026 Asian Games after winning eight medals at a June Indonesian supercross event, though coaches identified tactical race errors to fix before the Asian Championship qualifier in Malaysia.

SC Bets On Luxury Homes Despite Market Slowdown
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SC Bets On Luxury Homes Despite Market Slowdown

SC Asset is raising its 2025 revenue forecast to 16.5 billion baht, betting that luxury homes remain resilient despite broader real estate headwinds, and will accelerate land purchases to capitalize on reduced competition.

Phakamol Challenges Interior Ministry On Local Exam Fraud Probe
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Phakamol Challenges Interior Ministry On Local Exam Fraud Probe

A Thai MP challenged the Interior Ministry's investigation into local government exam fraud, questioning whether the probe can remain impartial given allegations involving the investigating committee chair's wife. The deputy interior minist

Rising Star Sky Makes Asian Games Squad
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Rising Star Sky Makes Asian Games Squad

Thai swimmer Sky Kingpoyom has earned a spot on Thailand's 19-member team for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, with coaches targeting finals appearances 70-80% of the time rather than medals.

Deputy PM Backs Plan to Increase Doctors Despite Opposition
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Deputy PM Backs Plan to Increase Doctors Despite Opposition

Deputy PM Yasachon Wongswat defended plans to expand medical schools despite opposition, citing urgent doctor shortages in provincial Thailand and strict quality controls overseen by the Medical Council and education regulators.

Thai Subsidy Drives 500M Baht in Grab Orders
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Thai Subsidy Drives 500M Baht in Grab Orders

Thai government subsidies have driven over 500 million baht in GrabFood orders within two weeks, with Bangkok accounting for the highest usage among Thai cities.

LISA Breaks Internet With Daring Utah Desert Fashion Shoot
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LISA Breaks Internet With Daring Utah Desert Fashion Shoot

LLOUD founder LISA set the internet ablaze with a high-fashion photoshoot featuring a dramatic black gown in Utah's desert landscape, racking up 3.1 million likes within hours.

Lawmakers Push for Live-Streamed Parliamentary Committee Meetings
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Lawmakers Push for Live-Streamed Parliamentary Committee Meetings

A Bangkok MP and civil society group are pushing Parliament to live-stream all committee meetings to boost transparency and public engagement in Thailand's legislative process.

Thailand Food Waste Program Cuts 1,774 Tons in Six Months
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Thailand Food Waste Program Cuts 1,774 Tons in Six Months

Thailand's six-month food waste reduction pilot program diverted 1,774 tons from landfills across major shopping centers and universities, generating 3.5 million baht in economic benefits while preventing over 1,000 tons of carbon emissions