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Mongkol Kitti Proposes Earthquake Preparedness Policy: Bangkok Buildings Over 20 Stories Must Have Parachute Systems
Bangkok politician Mongkol Kitti proposes equipping high-rise buildings with parachute systems for earthquake safety, while also advocating for underground rail passages and automated gates to prevent train-vehicle collisions.
URGENT: Cabinet Cancels 60-Day Visa Exemption, Reverts to Original 30-Day Standard
Thailand's Cabinet has canceled the 60-day visa exemption for roughly 90 countries, reverting most travelers to a standard 30-day visa effective immediately.
Pep Guardiola's Representatives Agree: Enzo Maresca to Become Manchester City's New Manager on Three-Year Deal
Enzo Maresca has agreed to become Manchester City's next manager on a three-year deal, replacing Pep Guardiola who will depart at season's end.
Social Security Scheme Supports Telemedicine Services for Insured Members with 26 Chronic Conditions
Thailand's Social Security Office expands telemedicine coverage through July 31, enabling insured members to receive remote treatment for 26 chronic conditions including diabetes and heart disease at 65 baht per visit.
Chinese Surgeon Opens Up About Stressful Life: No Time to Rest as Weight Balloons to 150kg
A Shanghai thoracic surgeon has sparked online debate after revealing his weight reached 150kg due to extreme work stress, with little time to rest or exercise during grueling surgical schedules.
Yotchanan Eyes Revamp of Fraser Skill Model to Adapt to Technology and Economic Changes; Confirms France Trip with PM to Boost Thai Research and Innovation
Thailand's Deputy PM plans to revamp the Fraser Skill online learning platform to address technological changes, and will visit France with the Prime Minister to boost research collaboration and innovation partnerships.
ETDA Launches FuEx Program Cohort 2 to Strengthen Thai Executive Leadership for the AI and Digital Trust Era
Thailand's Electronic Transactions Development Agency launched the FuEx executive leadership program's second cohort on May 15 to better equip public and private sector leaders with digital expertise, addressing the nation's ranking of 38th
Supreme Commander Takes Flight in F-16 to Inspect Border Defense Operations
Thailand's Supreme Commander flew in an F-16 fighter jet at Takhli air base in Nakhon Sawan province on Tuesday to inspect combat readiness and patrol the western border region. The one-hour mission demonstrated the Royal Thai Air Force's o
Verawut Pushes to Elevate Agricultural Industry, Help SMEs Access Funding
Industry Minister Verawut is pushing initiatives to boost Thailand's agricultural sector and improve SME access to funding through partnerships with the Thai SME Development Bank and private sector leaders.
Cabinet Approves Somsak Anantawat as New Revenue Department Director, Replacing Kulya
Somsak Anantawat has been appointed as the new Revenue Department director, replacing resigned Kulya Tantitemit. The career civil servant brings audit and inspection expertise to strengthen tax collection efficiency during economic slowdown
Urgent! Cabinet Approves October 16 as Special Holiday in Bangkok; Three Days of Work-from-Home for Government Employees, Private Sector Urged to Cooperate
Thailand's Cabinet declared October 16 a special holiday in Bangkok and ordered government work-from-home for three days to ease traffic during the World Bank and IMF annual meetings expected to draw over 15,000 global finance leaders.
War Impact Exceeds Expectations; GDP Target Maintained at 1.2-1.6% as Energy Restructuring Investment Proposed
Middle East conflict is dampening Thailand's economic outlook, with the business sector revising 2025 GDP growth to 1.2-1.6% and calling for accelerated renewable energy investment to reduce oil import dependence.