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People’s Party dissolution sought for ‘media company’ links
Online Reporters, Published on 17/02/2026
» Serial petitioner Srisuwan Janya has asked the Election Commission (EC) to seek the dissolution of the People’s Party over allegations that it was connected to Spectre C Co, a media company accused of running illegal information operations.
Daimler Truck Appoints CIBB as Official Distributor for Thailand’s Mercedes-Benz Trucks & Buses
Published on 17/02/2026
» Bangkok, Thailand - Daimler Truck, a global leader in commercial vehicles, has announced the appointment of Chance Inter Business Body Builder Co., Ltd. (CIBB) as the official general distributor of Mercedes-Benz trucks and buses in Thailand. The move is part of a major organizational restructuring designed to clearly separate the management of the Mercedes-Benz and FUSO brands, enhancing operational agility and supporting long-term growth in Thailand’s logistics and transportation sectors.
The curious cases of YouTubers turned filmmakers
Online Reporters, Published on 17/02/2026
» The recent independent horror film Iron Lung (2026) by popular YouTuber Markiplier opened at US$21.7 million at the box office, seven times its modest US$3 million budget. The film also garnered 90% approval from fans on Rotten Tomatoes. This is not the first, and far from the only, time that YouTubers have turned to filmmaking.
Japan hails ‘new chapter’ with first Olympic pairs skating gold
AFP, Published on 17/02/2026
» Japan hailed a “new chapter” in the country’s figure skating on Tuesday after Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara pulled off a stunning comeback to claim pairs gold at the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
Park Hyatt Bangkok & Pimali Foundation: 10 years of opening doors for future talent
Published on 17/02/2026
» Park Hyatt Bangkok extends its congratulations to Pimali Foundation as it celebrates 10 years of purpose and people, a decade dedicated to expanding opportunities for underprivileged youth through practical skills and pathways to long-term employment. Founded in 2012, the Pimali Foundation was created to fight the exploitation of disadvantaged youth and reduce poverty in Thailand’s Northeast using hands-on hospitality training to help young people build independence and a sustainable future.
Thai Red Cross, diplomatic corps host 59th Red Cross Bazaar
Published on 17/02/2026
» The Thai Red Cross Society, through its Donation HUB, in collaboration with the Diplomatic Participants Committee in Thailand, cordially invites the public to the 59th Diplomatic Red Cross Bazaar. Held under the inspiring theme “The Art of Giving”, this premier lifestyle and charity event will take place from Feb 26 to March 1, between 10am and 8pm at Paragon Hall, 5th Floor, Siam Paragon, as well as online via www.iredcross.org. The event is deeply honoured by the gracious presence of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society, who will preside over the official opening ceremony and tour the international showcases on Thursday, Feb 26, at 8.30am.
Department to set standards for EV charging stations
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 17/02/2026
» The Department of Energy Business (DOEB) has moved to establish national standards for electric vehicle (EV) charging and hydrogen fuel infrastructure, aiming to streamline investment and ensure safety as Thailand accelerates its transition to clean energy.
Hotel operators call for restructure of land tax
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 17/02/2026
» Hotel operators believe requesting land and building tax discounts on a yearly basis will not help the business sector reduce its fixed‑cost burden in the long run, and urged the government to revise this tax structure to be based on revenue, similar to the previous property tax.
Land Transport Department to allow online licence renewals
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 17/02/2026
» The Department of Land Transport (DLT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), is upgrading its service standards to allow motorists aged under 55 to renew their driving licences online from June.
Robert Duvall: understated actor's actor, dead at 95
AFP, Published on 17/02/2026
» LOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - Robert Duvall, a prolific, Oscar-winning actor who shunned glitz and won praise as one of his generation's greatest and most versatile artists, has died at age 95.