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Local action 'key' to improving health
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 07/04/2026
» Rio de Janeiro: The World Health Organization (WHO) has underscored the critical role cities play in advancing global health, noting that more than half of the world's population now lives in urban areas -- a figure projected to rise to nearly 70% by 2050.
Contested Clean Air Bill 'still worth a go'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 06/04/2026
» Severe haze in northern Thailand has intensified pressure on the government to adopt stronger legal tools, including advancing the contested Clean Air Bill.
Conflicting stories in cosmetic surgery case
Online Reporters, Published on 08/03/2026
» The family of a Thai businessman who underwent cosmetic surgery at a popular Bangkok clinic has sought assistance from a consumer advocacy Facebook page, alleging that he remains unconscious several days after the proceedure.
JitArsa Bank Unveils Strategy for ‘National Month of Listening 2026’
Published on 26/02/2026
» BANGKOK — Moving beyond simple awareness, a new initiative seeks to embed “model listening cultures” across Thai schools, hospitals, and government offices.
Tisana refuses to cave on ideology
Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 26/02/2026
» Tisana Choonhavan, a former MP for Bangkok's Constituency 2 (Pathumwan, Sathon and Ratchathewi) under the People's Party (PP), has stirred controversy after alleging irregularities in her former party's management and operations.
Klatham 'won't be pushed'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 19/02/2026
» Klatham Party chief adviser Capt Thamanat Prompow said on Wednesday the party is ready to work in opposition as uncertainty persists over whether it will join a coalition being formed by the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT).
Khunying Patama to promote road safety
News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/02/2026
» Philanthropist Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul has joined forces with the United Nations and global sports leaders to promote road safety worldwide, urging stronger cross-sector and cross-border collaboration to turn pledges into action.
Australian Embassy hosts LGBTQ+ event
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/02/2026
» The Australian Embassy in Bangkok recently co-hosted a reception to mark the first anniversary of marriage equality in Thailand, reaffirming its support for LGBTQ+ rights.
Disability groups warn of barriers to fair voting ahead of election
Online Reporters, Published on 11/01/2026
» Local disability organisations are concerned that next month's general election will not allow people with disabilities to vote on an equal footing, citing poor access to policy information, inadequate voting aids and confusion surrounding the planned use of a coloured-coded ballot paper.
Top court ruling shields cardholders from fraud
News, Post Reporters, Published on 03/01/2026
» The Supreme Court has established a new legal precedent strengthening consumer protection by ruling that credit card holders are not liable for fraudulent transactions carried out using their card details by criminals.