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Family matters: Thaksin's party down, maybe not out
AFP, Published on 09/02/2026
» Thailand's most successful party of the 21st century just had its worst election result ever, raising questions about the future of the political machine built by jailed ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.
TAT Celebrates 51 Years of Thai-China Relations with CNY 2026 in BKK and Hat Yai.
Published on 09/02/2026
» Bangkok, February 5 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) today announced Amazing Thailand Chinese New Year 2026, marking the Golden Horse year and the 51st anniversary of Thailand–China diplomatic relations. Anchored by flagship events in Bangkok and Hat Yai, and supported by celebrations in Nakhon Sawan and Suphan Buri, the festival is positioned to drive nationwide travel demand and reinforce Thailand’s standing as a leading destination for Chinese New Year celebrations outside mainland China.
Local doctor to receive WHO award
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 09/02/2026
» Director of Umphang Hospital in Tak province, Worawit Tantiwattanasap, will receive the United Arab Emirates Health Foundation Prize 2026 in recognition of his humanitarian service and sustained efforts to expand healthcare access for vulnerable populations in remote border areas, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced.
Bhumjaithai Party has big lead, People’s Party concedes
Published on 08/02/2026
» The Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) of caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul had a comfortable lead as vote counting continued on Sunday night, while the rival People’s Party leader admitted his party would not win the Feb 8 general election.
Democrat leader expects about 20 MPs, ready to sit in opposition
Online Reporters, Published on 08/02/2026
» Democrat Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva said on Sunday night that his party might have about 20 House seats and was ready to be in the opposition.
Washington Post CEO out after sweeping job cuts
AFP, Published on 08/02/2026
» WASHINGTON - The Washington Post announced on Saturday its CEO and publisher Will Lewis was leaving effective immediately, just days after the storied newspaper owned by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos made drastic job cuts that angered readers.
Party leaders end campaigns with pleas to vote
Online Reporters, Published on 07/02/2026
» Campaigning for Sunday’s general election drew to a close on Saturday evening, with leaders of the major parties making a last-minute dash around the capital region and urging the public to exercise their rights at the polls.
Overseas votes arrive for count
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 07/02/2026
» All overseas ballots for the 2026 general election have arrived in Thailand and were distributed to electoral districts on Thursday, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).
Police summon Indonesian comedian over Netflix show
Published on 06/02/2026
» JAKARTA - An Indonesian comedian who became the first from his country to have a special on Netflix was called in for questioning on Friday after police said they had received complaints that some of the material in the show was insulting and blasphemous.
'Save the Post': Hundreds protest cuts at famed US newspaper
AFP, Published on 06/02/2026
» WASHINGTON - Several hundred people rallied outside The Washington Post headquarters on Thursday to protest its decision to lay off hundreds of journalists, including most of its overseas staff.