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Amata Appoints Ex-SCG Chief As Strategic Advisor
Amata Corporation appoints ex-SCG chief Rungroaj Rangsiyobhas as Strategic Advisor to bolster regional expansion and support decision-making as manufacturers shift production away from China.
Queen Suthida Wears Modern Thai Amarin Dress at Paris Ceremony
On 29 June 2026, Her Majesty Queen Suthida wore a contemporary interpretation of the Thai Amarin dress (Chud Thai Amarin) during the official welcome ceremony held at the Hôtel des Invalides in the F...
DITTO Launches Blu Green Token Sale July 3-13
DITTO launches Blu Green Token sale July 3-13, offering 400 million tokens at 1.20 baht each to fund mangrove reforestation carbon credit projects with projected 10.35% annual returns and DITTO acting as financial guarantor.
Messi Earns $15M for Spider-Man Trailer Cameo
Lionel Messi earned $15 million for a 20-second cameo in the Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse trailer alongside Tom Holland.
Parliament Erupts Over TH-AI Passport Budget Debate
Parliamentary debate over the TH-AI Passport project erupted on July 1, with opposition MPs questioning the government's spending and alleged lack of transparency, while ruling party lawmakers argued the discussion was outside budget scope.
PM Opens Ceremony Honoring Supreme Patriarch's 99th Birthday
Prime Minister Anutin presided over the opening ceremony celebrating Thailand's Supreme Patriarch's 99th birthday at Rajabophit Temple in Bangkok, featuring exhibitions honoring his legacy and the contributions of Princess Bajrakitiyabha.
MP Challenges Local Civil Service Exam System Amid Corruption Concerns
A Thai MP challenged the centralized local civil service exam system, citing recent corruption scandals and arguing that local governments should regain control of hiring to better meet staffing needs.
Thailand Energy Use Surges 2.1% As Economy Grows
Thailand's commercial energy consumption rose 2.1% in early 2025 as the economy expanded, with oil and natural gas demand climbing while coal and lignite use plummeted, according to the Office of Energy Policy and Planning.
Muaythai Sport Association Unveils New Board Members
The International Muaythai Sport Association appointed a new board of directors in June 2026, featuring Olympic medalist Worrapoj Petchkum and prominent camp owners and promoters to lead the sport's international development.
Constitutional Court Dismisses Ethics Case Against Prayut
Thailand's Constitutional Court dismissed an ethics petition against former Deputy Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, ruling the complainant failed to prove direct harm from alleged improper appointments to a regional task force.
Ronaldo Hails Mbappé As True Football Heir
Ronaldo hailed French striker Mbappé as his true football successor after the 22-year-old matched Messi's World Cup record with six goals and two assists in France's 3-0 win over Sweden.
Court Rejects Complaint Over Barcodes On Ballots
Thailand's Constitutional Court unanimously rejected a petition challenging the Election Commission's use of barcodes on party-list ballots, ruling the petitioner had not demonstrated direct harm or constitutional violation.