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Most poll respondents do not want “digital wallet” means tested – NIDA Poll

More than half of the respondents to a recent opinion poll want the 10,000 baht one-time benefit, under the...

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Moral support pours in for doctor stricken with terminal lung cancer

Moral support has poured in for Dr. Krittai Tanasombatkul, with his hashtag “Don’t give up” top trending on X...

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Most respondents disagree with ISOC dissolution – Super Poll

Given a choice between disbanding political parties or the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC), 70.2% of respondents to Super...

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Government and opposition performance passable – Dusit Poll

Out of a maximum score of 10, the performance of the government during the past two months was rated...

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Two more Thais die, another abducted since Hamas attack on Israel

Two more Thai nationals are confirmed to have been killed in Israel, raising the Thai death toll to 34....

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Opinion

OPINION: How rich is “rich”?

Billionaires living in luxurious penthouses, driving supercars, carrying designer bags, sipping cocktails on a yacht and people throwing dollar...

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Business & Economy News

Government extends subsidy for EV buyers until 2027

The Thai government has agreed to extend the 100,000 baht per car subsidy for buyers of electric vehicles (EVs)...

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Administrative Court ordered to accept challenge to True-DTAC merger

Thailand’s Supreme Administrative Court reversed the ruling of the Central Administrative Court today (Monday), rejecting the suit filed by...

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Empowering Thai Women

Respect yourself enough to follow your dreams – Kannika Jitsangworn

“I think the charm of Thai food is its flavour. There’s always something different and it’s always new and...

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Thai central bank aims to cut household debt to 80% of GDP

The Bank of Thailand (BoT) is considering four measures to reduce Thailand’s household debt to about 80% of gross...

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Thailand pledges help to develop infrastructure projects in Laos

Thailand has agreed to help Laos fulfil its plan to transform from a land-locked to land-linked country, to help...

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PM to promote land bridge project during APEC and ASEAN-Japan summit

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will endeavour to promote Thailand’s ambitious land bridge mega project at APEC 2023 in the...

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Extensive flooding in Phayao province

Heavy rain since Sunday morning has caused widespread flooding in Thailand’s northern province of Phayao, especially in the Mueang...

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Number of Thai hostages held by Hamas rises by three

Three more Thai nationals than originally reported were abducted by Hamas militants on October 7th, raising the number of...

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Only ID card needed to access 30-baht healthcare scheme in four pilot provinces

Phrae, Phetchaburi, Roi-et and Narathiwat provinces have been chosen as pilot locations where people can access healthcare in all...

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Bangkok’s Pink Line to begin trial runs in November

The Pink Line rail service, between Khae Rai and Min Buri,will open to the public for trial runs in...

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Interior minister hails the arrest of his deputy’s son-in-law

Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul hailed police and anti-corruption officials for the arrests, in Uthai Thani province yesterday (Tuesday), of...

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Experts say Thailand’s foreign policy needs to be reviewed

Thailand’s foreign policy over the past nine years, under former Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s administration, dubbed “quiet diplomacy” by...

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Government to promote production and use of EVs in Thailand

The Thai government is determined to promote increased production and use of electric vehicles (EVs), in place of internal...

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Islamic leader in Thailand passes away

Thailand’s seniormost Muslim cleric, Aziz Phithakkumpol, passed away today (Sunday) at the age of 76, according to the Chularajmontri’s...

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Thais working in Israel advised to think carefully before deciding to remain

The Thai Foreign Ministry has advised Thais working in Israel to consider their safety carefully, before deciding stay on...

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Israel to intensify Gaza strikes, U.S. pushes for more aid

GAZA/JERUSALEM, Oct 22 (Reuters) – Israel pounded southern Gaza with air strikes early on Sunday and said it would...

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Opinion

OPINION: “I’m a pooyai!” – The dilemma of “respect” in Thai culture

Showing respect for adults and the elderly, collectively known in Thai as “pooyai” (ผู้ใหญ่), is a cultural norm in...

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Thai evacuees can return to work in Israel, no re-entry visa required

Thai workers who returned to Thailand during the war between Israel and Hamas while their employment contracts, not exceeding...

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Cabinet approval sought to extend state of emergency in Thailand’s south

The Emergency Situation Public Administration Committee will seek approval from the Cabinet to extend the state of emergency in...

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250 more Thais are due back from Israel Tuesday evening

A group of 250 Thai evacuees is scheduled to arrive in Bangkok from Israel at about 7pm tonight (Tuesday),...

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Inside the protest group mounting first big challenge to Thailand’s new government

Hundreds of protesters have been demonstrating in front of Government House since October 3, calling on the new administration...

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Workers evacuated from Israel worried about their outstanding debts

Most Thai workers returning from Israel are happy to be back home with their loved ones, but some are...

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Two Swedes shot dead in Brussels; Belgium raises terror alert to top level

BRUSSELS, Oct 16 (Reuters) – Two Swedish nationals were shot to death and a third person was wounded in...

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Srettha in China for Belt and Road forum

Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has started a four-day visit to China. Today (Tuesday), he will attend an international...

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Biden will head to Israel and Jordan as concerns mount that Israel-Hamas conflict will spread

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — President Joe Biden will travel to Israel and on to Jordan Wednesday to meet...

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Analysis

Why are video games so often blamed for mass shootings?

As Thai authorities try to uncover the motive behind a 14-year-old suspect’s shooting spree at the Siam Paragon shopping...

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Chartered Airbus-380 and 32 commercial flights to repatriate 5,000 Thais

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has instructed authorities to charter an Airbus-380 aircraft to fly Thai evacuees out of Israel,...

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Four more Thais believed to have been killed in Israel, 17 held hostage

Four more Thais are believed to have been killed in the Hamas attacks in Israel last week, bringing the...

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Women’s and children’s rights groups urge action against sexual harassment

Several women’s and children’s rights advocacy groups in Thailand have issued a joint statement urging Move Forward and other...

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79% of Thais want digital wallet money to spend – NIDA Poll

About 79% of respondents to a National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) poll say that they will accept the...

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Surin and Similan islands now open to visitors until May 15th

After the six-month annual closure, to allow the ecosystem to recover, the popular tourist attractions of the Similan and...

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Analysis

Tracking the growing Shinawatra influence in new Thai government

Less than two months after taking power, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin appears to be overshadowed by the Shinawatra family,...

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Food, Travel and Lifestyle

Mother Earth takes centre stage at the 4th edition of Bangkok Art Biennale

With just over a year before the launch of the 4th edition of Bangkok Art Biennale (BAB 2024), the...

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Airforce Airbus 340-500 granted six overflights to pick up Thais in Israel

The evacuation of Thai nationals from Israel is gaining momentum after the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has been...

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Gaza’s desperate civilians flee or huddle in hopes of safety, as warnings of Israeli offensive mount

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Desperate Palestinians scrambled for escape from northern Gaza on Saturday or huddled by...

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Woman jailed for six months for offensive remarks about former PM Prayut

The elderly woman who hurled verbal abuse at then Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, during his visit to Ban Pong...

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18 Thais now believed to have been killed in Israel, 3,000 want evacuation

The number of Thai nationals who have died as a result of the Hamas attacks on Israel has increased...

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Government considers evacuation options for Thais in Israel

The Thai government is considering other options for the evacuation of Thais from Israel, in addition to flying them...

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Floods in Pattaya and north as more rain is forecast

Heavy rain lashed Pattaya late Monday night, causing flooding in several areas of the resort city, as the Meteorological...

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News World

How Hamas duped Israel as it planned devastating attack

Oct 9 (Reuters) – A careful campaign of deception ensured Israel was caught off guard when the Palestinian Islamist...

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Israel ambassador assures help for Thais in Israel

The Israeli ambassador to Thailand has assured Thailand that the Israeli government is doing everything it can to help...

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A modest Buddhist ceremony marks the anniversary of a day care center massacre in Thailand

UTHAI SAWAN, Thailand (AP) — About 200 people gathered in the small northeastern town of Uthai Sawan on Friday...

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Crime Highlight News

Bangkok mall shooting suspect in psychiatric institute for observation

The 14-year-old suspect in the shopping mall shooting has been sent to the Galya Rajanagarindra Institute for 5 days...

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General Highlight News

Airport baggage inspector suspended after animals allowed on flight

An employee of a private security company has been suspended from duty by Suvarnabhumi airport management after he failed...

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Empowering Thai Women

Fearlessness is the key – Hathairat “Chef Jeiw” Urapanthamat

The blazing fire from a large griddle can be seen from a distance, as Hathairat “Chef Jeiw” Urapanthamat, is...

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Pheu Thai MPs to ask House to consider Padipat’s suitability as deputy House speaker

Pheu Thai’s party-list MP Adisorn Piengkes said today (Monday) he and other MPs will propose an urgent motion to...

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Villages in Sukhothai flooded as Yom River embankment collapses

The embankment along the Yom River in Sukhothai province has collapsed in several areas, sending water from the swollen...

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Business & Economy News

Free trade agreements with the EU, UAE and Sri Lanka expected next year

Thailand is expected to finalise free trade agreements (FTAs) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), Sri Lanka and...

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Thailand to host BIMSTEC summit on November 30th

Thailand has convened a summit of countries on the rim of the Bay of Bengal for the end of...

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Crime Highlight News

List of “influential figures” complete, next target to be village and sub-district heads

Village and sub-district heads (Kamnan) who are influential figures in their localities will be dealt with in line with...

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ASEAN News

Indonesia to launch China-funded high-speed rail, first in Southeast Asia

Indonesia is set to launch Southeast Asia’s first high-speed railway on Monday, a delayed multibillion-dollar project backed by China...

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Bangkok-Chiang Mai train service expected to resume this evening (Sunday)

State Railways of Thailand are expected to resume train services on the northern route, between Bangkok and Chiang Mai,...

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Rising water in Chao Phraya increasing flood risk in Ayutthaya and Ang Thong this week

People living in low-lying areas unprotected by floodwalls in some areas of the central provinces of Ang Thong and...

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Environment Highlight News

Ensuring climate-resilient healthcare for all Thai citizens

Access to healthcare is a fundamental right for all citizens, but how safe are the hospitals themselves, in the...

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Analysis Opinion

OPINION: Why does victim-blaming persist in Thai culture?

If they were being stared at, who’s to blame? Women. If they were sexually harassed or assaulted, who’s to...

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Empowering Thai Women

Nothing is impossible for a woman – Piliwan Pimpoolad

“When I was a girl, I was bullied from head to toe; for my square face, my flat nose...

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Crime News

Witness claims he saw gunman fire seven shots into highway police officer

The Superintendent of Phaya Thai police station in Bangkok, who was among 25 officers at the house of Praween...

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PM orders working committee to tackle illegal narcotics

A working committee has been set up to tackle illegal narcotics, with the active participation of the military and...

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Bangkok Airways applies now weighing passengers before boarding

Bangkok Airways has introduced weight measurement for all passengers before boarding, effective until October 31st, assuring that the information...

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“Tom kha gai” included in Department of Skill Development cooking lessons

Thailand’s Department of Skill Development has instructed its provincial offices to include “tom kha gai” on the menu of...

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Crime News

Over 140 youths found in raid on Phayao karaoke bar

About 40 officials from the Provincial Administration Department (PAD) raided a karaoke bar in Mueang district of Thailand’s northern...

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CIB takes over Kamnan Nok investigation

The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) Commissioner Pol Lt-Gen Jirabhop Bhuridej says he is confident that police now have sufficient...

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ASEAN News

Hundreds protest against the Malaysian government after deputy premier’s graft charges were dropped

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Hundreds of people staged an anti-government rally Saturday in the Malaysian capital, accusing Prime Minister...

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EU scrambles to address Italy island migrant surge

The European Union said Saturday that its top official Ursula von der Leyen will head for the Italian island...

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14 killed in plane crash in Brazilian Amazon

Fourteen people were killed Saturday when a plane crashed in the Brazilian Amazon while attempting to land in stormy...

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Thailand’s new Foreign Minister to highlight technology in foreign policy

Technology is a new emphasis which Thailand will add to its foreign policy. Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara says it...

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Biden, Modi and G20 allies unveil rail and shipping project linking India to Middle East and Europe

NEW DELHI (AP) — President Joe Biden and his allies on Saturday announced plans to build a rail and...

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Empowering Thai Women

Incorporating activism in art, to stop Asian hate – Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya

“I was born in the United States, so my birthright as an American is that I am respected like...

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Around Thailand News

Drought forcing elephants to venture further in search of food and water

Acute water shortages in Huai Kha Khaeng wildlife sanctuary in Uthai Thani province have led to several elephants venturing...

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Highlight News Politics

Pheu Thai party leader quits

Cholnan Srikaew quit as leader of the Pheu Thai party today (Wednesday), with immediate effect, to keep his pre-election...

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ASEAN News

East Timor condemns Myanmar’s expulsion of top diplomat

JAKARTA, Aug 27 (Reuters) – Myanmar’s military government has ordered East Timor’s top diplomat to leave the country, the...

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Pita says his support for ethnic minorities and diversity remains unchanged

Move Forward party leader, Pita Limjaroenrat, attended a Karen traditional wrist-tying ceremony today (Sunday), at Wat Phraya Suren school...

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Business & Economy News

Thai finance ministry has no immediate plan to increase VAT to 10%

The Ministry of Finance has no policy to increase value-added tax from 7% to 10%, to generate more revenue...

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Pheu Thai party’s popularity plunges in new poll

The Pheu Thai party’s popularity would drop by 62.24%,while the popularity of the Move Forward party would increase by...

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Pheu Thai finalises Cabinet line-up, veteran politician as FM

Pheu Thai Party’s proposed Cabinet line-up has undergone a last-minute change, which sees former trade representative and seasoned politician...

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Latest cabinet line-up at a glance

The new cabinet line-up is about almost complete, with the core party, Pheu Thai, taking most of the economic...

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Florida gunman driven by racial ‘hate’ kills 3: authorities

A gunman in Jacksonville, Florida driven by racial hatred shot dead three Black people in a discount store Saturday...

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ASEAN News

New PMs of Thailand and Cambodia vow to work together

Newly appointed prime ministers Srettha (Thailand) and Hun Manet (Cambodia) have vowed to work together and strengthen bilateral relationships,...

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News World

Wagner chief Prigozhin among 10 killed in plane crash: Russian officials

The head of the Wagner mercenary group, which in June attempted to topple Russia’s military leadership, was on board...

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The Supreme Court jails Thaksin for eight years

The Supreme Court Tuesday jailed ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra for eight years, as he returned to Thailand after 15 years...

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Ex-PM Yingluck says she respects Thaksin’s decision to return to Thailand

Exiled former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra said she respects the decision of his elder brother Thaksin to return to...

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Deputy House speaker in hot water for entertaining parliament’s maids

Deputy House speaker Padipat Suntiphada said today (Sunday) that he is prepared to be investigated for allegedly misusing parliamentary...

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Thaksin to get extra security and “adequate conveniences” while in prison

Fugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will be given additional security and appropriate “conveniences” while he is detained at...

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Poll respondents disagree with Pheu Thai’s “government of reconciliation”

Most respondents to a Nida Poll disagree with the Pheu Thai party partnering with the two junta-linked parties, Palang...

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Business & Economy Highlight News

Consumer council members want Bt3,000 per month for all retirees

Thailand’s Consumer Council (TCC) have voiced their opposition to the Interior Ministry’s recent change to rules on old age...

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News World

Around 30,000 ordered to flee wildfires in western Canada’s British Columbia

Around 30,000 people were under orders Saturday to evacuate their homes in western Canada’s British Columbia, provincial officials said,...

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Opinion

Toxic boss in Khao Yai hotel – Where is the empathy?

What happens if one of your employees asks you for permission to take leave, to be with their terminally-ill...

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Empowering Thai Women

Art is an adventure – Atjima Jaroenchit

As you step inside “The Color Blue Dream”, an art exhibition by Thai female artist Atjima Jaroenchit, you will...

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News Politics

Move Forward party to meet Tuesday to discuss PM selection vote

The Move Forward party has scheduled a meeting of its MPs and executive committee tomorrow (Tuesday), to discuss how...

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News Politics

Political parties decry government’s change of subsidy for Thai senior citizens

The current caretaker administration’s change of ministerial regulations, regarding the welfare subsidy for all Thai citizens aged 60 and...

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Thailand’s first monkey pox related death reported

Thailand has reported its first monkey pox related fatality, in a man who was also infected with HIV and...

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General News

Red Line suburban train service to start at 5am from Tuesday

Bangkok’s Red Line suburban train service will begin daily operations half an hour earlier, at 5am, from tomorrow (Tuesday)...

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News World

North Korea’s Kim orders making more missiles ahead of S.Korea, US drills

SEOUL, Aug 14 (Reuters) – North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for an increase in missile production...

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Hawaii fire death toll nears 100, and anger grows

The death toll in Hawaii from the deadliest US wildfire in more than a century ticked towards 100 Sunday,...

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