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PM meets UNESCO chief, pushes Thai dress for heritage status
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PM meets UNESCO chief, pushes Thai dress for heritage status

Thailand's PM met UNESCO leadership to advance plans nominating traditional Thai dress for world heritage status, aiming to boost the country's cultural soft power and fashion industry globally.

Superlek Posts After Scoring Loss to Abdullah in The Inner Circle Tournament
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Superlek Posts After Scoring Loss to Abdullah in The Inner Circle Tournament

Superlek suffered a decision loss to Russian fighter Abdullah Diyakaev at Lumpinee Stadium on May 15, marking the Thai boxing legend's third consecutive defeat in the 145-pound division.

PM Reveals After Meeting Business Leaders: 'People at This Level Don't Come to Chat Casually' Emphasizes Serious Discussion
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PM Reveals After Meeting Business Leaders: 'People at This Level Don't Come to Chat Casually' Emphasizes Serious Discussion

Prime Minister Anuthint Chanyawongkul met with top business leaders at Government House for over two hours to discuss economic competitiveness strategies, describing the discussion as "very serious" rather than casual conversation. The gove

Entertainment Industry Mourns David Eng, Guitarist for Ploi Band, Dead from Nasopharyngeal Cancer
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Entertainment Industry Mourns David Eng, Guitarist for Ploi Band, Dead from Nasopharyngeal Cancer

David Eng, guitarist for Thai rock band Ploi, has died from nasopharyngeal cancer at age unknown; the band was active in the 1980s-90s with hit songs like "Student Love Formula.

Suphachai Chearavanont Urges Government to Accelerate AI Nation Development, Positioning Thailand as ASEAN's Tech and Innovation Hub
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Suphachai Chearavanont Urges Government to Accelerate AI Nation Development, Positioning Thailand as ASEAN's Tech and Innovation Hub

Suphachai Chearavanont of CP Group urged Thailand's government to accelerate AI development and position the nation as ASEAN's tech hub during a private-sector forum at Government House on May 15, proposing investments in startups, AI educa

CP Senior Chairman Urges Government to Overhaul Water Systems, Calls Agriculture 'Land Oil' with Limitless Value Creation
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CP Senior Chairman Urges Government to Overhaul Water Systems, Calls Agriculture 'Land Oil' with Limitless Value Creation

CP Group's senior chairman urges the government to overhaul water systems and irrigation infrastructure, arguing that agriculture—dubbed "land oil"—holds unlimited economic potential to boost farmer incomes and ensure food security.

Young Man Who Went Broke: From Millionaire to Bankrupt, Sent Millions to His Mother and Lost It All—8 Million Gone Without a Trace
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Young Man Who Went Broke: From Millionaire to Bankrupt, Sent Millions to His Mother and Lost It All—8 Million Gone Without a Trace

A Thai migrant worker who saved millions in Japan over more than a decade discovered his mother had depleted the 7-8 million baht he sent home monthly, leaving him bankrupt, his relationship ended, and facing mounting debts upon his return.

Football Schedule May 15, 2025: Aston Villa Host Liverpool in Battle for Champions League Qualification
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Football Schedule May 15, 2025: Aston Villa Host Liverpool in Battle for Champions League Qualification

Aston Villa host Liverpool at Villa Park in a winner-takes-all Champions League qualification match, with both teams level on 59 points but needing the victory to secure a European spot for next season.

Superlek Weighed In Heavy, Narrowly Escaped First-Round Knockdown Before Losing Decision to Abdulla Dayakayev
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Superlek Weighed In Heavy, Narrowly Escaped First-Round Knockdown Before Losing Decision to Abdulla Dayakayev

Superlek lost a decision to Russian striker Abdulla Dayakayev at ONE's Inner Circle event Friday despite a strong final round, after nearly being knocked down in the opening seconds at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium.

EEC Real Estate Market Slows: Condo Prices Continue to Fall as Excess Inventory Pressures Buyer Demand
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EEC Real Estate Market Slows: Condo Prices Continue to Fall as Excess Inventory Pressures Buyer Demand

Condo prices in Thailand's Eastern Economic Corridor fell to their lowest levels in early 2026 as oversupply and weak buyer demand forced developers to slash prices and offer heavy promotions across Chachoengsao, Chonburi, and Rayong provin

10-Year Sentence! Election Commission Warns Candidates to Verify Qualifications Before Filing for Bangkok and Pattaya Elections; Media Share Holdings Follow 'Pita Case' Precedent
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10-Year Sentence! Election Commission Warns Candidates to Verify Qualifications Before Filing for Bangkok and Pattaya Elections; Media Share Holdings Follow 'Pita Case' Precedent

The Election Commission set June 28 for Bangkok and Pattaya elections, warning candidates to verify qualifications before registration opens May 28, with violations carrying up to 10 years imprisonment and permanent political rights depriva

Chetwan Disappointed as Government Rejects Military Court Organic Act, Bars Criminal and Corruption Cases from Civilian Court
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Chetwan Disappointed as Government Rejects Military Court Organic Act, Bars Criminal and Corruption Cases from Civilian Court

Pathum Thani MP Chetwan Tueaprakon criticized the government for rejecting the Military Court Organic Act, which would transfer criminal and corruption cases involving military personnel to civilian courts instead of military jurisdiction.