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BWF Adopts 15-Point Format Starting January 2027
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BWF Adopts 15-Point Format Starting January 2027

The Badminton World Federation will introduce a new 15-point scoring format across its 2027-2028 season, featuring 35 global tournaments with expanded live broadcast coverage and longer recovery periods for athletes.

Fertilizer Prices Drop 200 Baht Per Bag As Oil Costs Fall
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Fertilizer Prices Drop 200 Baht Per Bag As Oil Costs Fall

Urea fertilizer prices have dropped 200 baht per bag following declining global oil costs, with prices now ranging from 1,200-1,300 baht as Thailand's Commerce Ministry monitors the market for stability.

Mr. DIY Marks 10 Years With Anniversary Sale
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Mr. DIY Marks 10 Years With Anniversary Sale

Mr. DIY celebrates its 10-year anniversary with nationwide sales offering discounts up to 56%, free gifts, and raffle prizes totaling over 800,000 baht through July 2025.

Opposition Blasts Justice Minister For Dodging Parliament Inquiry
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Opposition Blasts Justice Minister For Dodging Parliament Inquiry

The opposition accuses Justice Minister of deliberately skipping a parliamentary inquiry about a major fraud case by claiming a last-minute meeting, arguing the scheduling conflict only arose after learning the question topic.

Thailand Turns Ocean Waste Into Patient Care Textiles
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Thailand Turns Ocean Waste Into Patient Care Textiles

Thailand is turning ocean waste and plastic bottles into medical-grade patient turning sheets that reduce pressure ulcers and ease caregiver burden. The Upcycling for Life initiative partners government agencies with the Princess Siriwannav

Padel Makes Asian Games Debut With Self-Funded Team
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Padel Makes Asian Games Debut With Self-Funded Team

Thailand's padel team will compete at the Asian Games in Nagoya this September, marking the sport's continental debut, with the association self-funding the 600,000 baht budget since the federation lacks official government sports status.

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Thailand Expands KOSEN Technical Education Program With Japan

Prof. Dr. Yodchanan Wongsawat, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), held a discussion with Japan’s National Institute of Technology (NIT)...

Activist Challenges Parliament Committee Chair Over NBTC Probe
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Activist Challenges Parliament Committee Chair Over NBTC Probe

An activist has challenged the House Speaker to investigate a parliamentary committee chair for potential bias and procedural violations while probing the NBTC chair's qualifications, citing the same official's prior involvement in question

Channel 7HD Honors Phumsong Duangjun 34th Memorial
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Channel 7HD Honors Phumsong Duangjun 34th Memorial

Channel 7HD's "Chum Tang Dao Tong" travels to Wat Thab Kradan in Suphan Buri to honor the 34th memorial of Thai country music legend Phumsong Duangjun, featuring family stories and performances from established and emerging artists.

Study Suggests Giraffes May Possess Basic Math Skills
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Study Suggests Giraffes May Possess Basic Math Skills

Barcelona Zoo giraffes successfully identified larger food quantities in 68% of trials, suggesting they possess basic numerical assessment abilities previously unknown in the species.

Thailand Braces for Severe Coral Bleaching Crisis
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Thailand Braces for Severe Coral Bleaching Crisis

Rising sea temperatures linked to a developing super El Niño threaten Thailand with severe coral bleaching between February and June 2027, warns a Kasetsart University marine scientist citing NOAA projections already showing the highest war

Anti-Corruption Panel Denies Bribery Claims
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Anti-Corruption Panel Denies Bribery Claims

The House anti-corruption committee chair denies bribery allegations made by a former Agriculture Ministry official, saying his investigation found the accused advisor doesn't exist. The committee plans to request Parliament's legal office