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B6.4-billion budget approved for Andaman health hub
Post Reporters, Published on 28/04/2026
» The cabinet on Tuesday approved a budget of 6.43 billion baht for the Andaman International Health and Wellness Center as proposed by Prince of Songkla University (PSU), with an aim to upgrade healthcare services in Phuket and neighbouring Andaman provinces.
HydroConquest Adventure meets elegance
Published on 28/04/2026
» Building on nearly two centuries of excellence in Swiss watchmaking, Longines unveils an extensively redesigned HydroConquest collection that blends contemporary aesthetics with proven performance. Available in 39-mm and 42-mm sizes, the range features four new dial variations and five striking ceramic bezel colours, complemented by innovative bracelets, including a newly introduced Milanese mesh version. This new generation embraces bold refinement for every pursuit. The collection debuts with a compelling campaign starring Longines Ambassador of Elegance Henry Cavill, filmed on the dramatic shores of Tenerife, where the interplay of land and sea captures the very essence of the HydroConquest.
‘Icefall doctors’ unblock Everest summit route
Published on 28/04/2026
» KATHMANDU - A group of Sherpa climbers have opened the route to a camp on Mount Everest past chunks of ice and a giant serac that had delayed the opening of the route to the world’s tallest peak by two weeks, hiking officials said on Tuesday.
Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers work to remove trapped passengers
Reuters, Published on 28/04/2026
» JAKARTA — The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 14 with another 84 injured, the train operator said on Tuesday, as rescuers worked to extract survivors still trapped in the wreckage.
40-baht rail fare scheme fast-tracked
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/04/2026
» The Department of Rail Transport (DRT) has been ordered to accelerate a 40-baht flat fare policy for electric rail systems to help ease living costs as part of a broader plan to modernise and expand the national rail network.
IOC team in town to assess Kingdom's bid
Sports, Published on 28/04/2026
» An International Olympic Committee (IOC) delegation, led by Danka Hrbekova, Chair of the Youth Olympic Games 2030 Working Group, arrived in Bangkok on Monday to begin a three‑day inspection, central to Thailand's campaign to host the event.
Dept earmarks B20m for temple restoration
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 28/04/2026
» The Fine Arts Department plans to restore the 12th-century Prasat Ta Kwai temple with a 20-million-baht budget over two years.
Pushing against alcohol sales in public parks
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 27/04/2026
» Civil society groups and local activists in northern Thailand have raised strong concerns over plans to allow alcohol sales in public parks.
Singapore minister expresses interest in Land Bridge
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 27/04/2026
» A visiting Singapore government minister on Monday expressed interest in the proposed one-trillion-baht Land Bridge megaproject, calling it an economic opportunity, according to Thai government spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek.
Nikorn pushes Din Daeng Smart City model
Published on 27/04/2026
» On Friday, Nikorn Somklang, Minister of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS), visited Phase 1 of the Din Daeng Urban Renewal Project (Building G). During the visit, he announced a drive to transform "Din Daeng" into a Smart City under the BCG (Bio-Circular-Green Economy) and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks. The minister also met with elderly residents and vulnerable groups to offer encouragement. He was welcomed by Taweebhong Wichaidit, governor of the National Housing Authority (NHA), along with senior executives at Building G, Mitmaitri Road, Din Daeng district, Bangkok.