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Local Government Agencies Face Most Corruption Complaints; NACC Region 1 Reports 'Spec-Locking' and Budget-Splitting Under 500,000 Baht as Top Violations
Local government agencies received the most corruption complaints in NACC Region 1, with specification-locking and budget-splitting under 500,000 baht identified as the top procurement violations, causing billions in identified damages.
Grand Mor Lam Carnival Launches in Khon Kaen with UNESCO Heritage Ambitions
Khon Kaen launched a three-day Mor Lam Carnival on May 21, featuring five elaborate processions celebrating the traditional Isan folk music genre as part of efforts to secure UNESCO World Heritage status.
Migrant Workers From Myanmar and Cambodia Finally Gain Public Recognition in Bangkok
A 10-by-12-metre mural honoring migrant workers from Myanmar and Cambodia will be unveiled Saturday in Bangkok's Thonglor neighborhood, depicting 13 real workers and marking rare public recognition of the millions of migrants who sustain Th
Parliament responds to Dr. Voranung over former lawmakers' fund controversy, clarifies annual health checkup and international school tuition assistance limits
Parliament defended its former lawmakers' fund benefits, clarifying that annual health checkups are capped at 130,000 baht and international school tuition assistance is limited to 13,200-25,000 baht per child under strict Finance Ministry
Khananam Delighted to Make Thai National Team Squad Again After Nearly a Year, Thrilled to Play Alongside Theerasil
Khananam Khamyok returns to Thailand's senior national team after nearly a year away, eager to learn from Coach Hudson and veteran teammate Theerasil Dangda ahead of warm-up matches against Kuwait and China in June.
Senate Sports Subcommittee Sets Out Qualifications for New Sports Authority Director—Must Be Free from Political Interference
Thailand's Senate sports panel seeks a new Sports Authority director free from political interference by September 2026, citing critical organizational problems including budget delays, short-term focus, and leadership instability harming a
Mark Jackson Praises Buriram's Fighting Spirit in Dominant Away Victory, Wins Game One Decisively
Buriram United secured a 1-0 away victory in the AFC Club Championship final's opening leg against Srilangar FC, with coach Mark Jackson praising his team's defensive discipline and fighting spirit despite fixture fatigue.
Nooniew Chawarin Showcases Time-Stopping Vocals in 'Pakjai (Still)' OST for 'Pob Ther Love Upon A Time Series'
Nooniew Chawarin delivers emotionally resonant vocals on "Pakjai (Still)," the new soundtrack for the "Pob Ther Love Upon A Time Series," exploring themes of eternal love across lifetimes. The track, produced and composed by T-POP princess
Taddao Makes History as First Thai Player to Win Best 6 Award in Japan's Top League
Taddao Nuekchaeng becomes the first Thai player to win Best 6 Players of the Year in Japan's top volleyball league, and will next compete for Thailand at the Women's Volleyball Nations League in June 2026.
Rising Fuel Costs Force Chao Phraya Express Boat to Raise Fares by 1 Baht Starting May 25
Chao Phraya Express Boat is raising fares by one baht across all routes starting May 25 due to diesel costs climbing to 41.49 baht per liter. The company said fares will be reduced if fuel prices drop.
True Corporation Opens War Room with AI Network Monitoring 24/7 to Support Government Subsidy Program Registration
True Corporation has activated a 24-hour AI-powered war room to monitor networks during registration for the Thai Help Thai Plus 60/40 subsidy program via the Pao Tang app from May 25-29. The telecom expects massive traffic surges based on
Ancient China Had Bizarre Legal System: Men Punished for Crying, Forced to Drink Ink for Poor Handwriting
During China's Qin Dynasty, adult men faced punishment for crying, including eyebrow shaving as public humiliation, while the Sui Dynasty forced exam takers with poor handwriting to drink ink as discipline under the imperial examination sys