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Vatican honours Thai leaders for faith and service
News, Published on 11/12/2025
» The Vatican has conferred papal decorations on eight distinguished Thais in two ceremonies in Bangkok, recognising their devoted service to the Catholic Church, humanitarian action and efforts to strengthen interfaith harmony.
Five new measures aim to boost domestic tourism
News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 22/10/2025
» The government has approved five new measures to boost domestic tourism in the final quarter to prevent the economy from slowing down before the year's end, according to finance permanent secretary Lavaron Sangsnit.
Waste removal gets pricier
News, Post Reporters, Published on 01/10/2025
» A new waste collection fee for unsorted trash goes into effect on Wednesday, with discounts offered for households that properly separate their garbage.
Royal pardons free lese majeste convicts, protesters
News, Published on 29/08/2025
» Several prisoners jailed for violating the lese majeste law and other legal codes related to street protests were released on Wednesday after receiving royal pardons earlier this year, according to a source at the Corrections Department.
Italy awards top honours to Khunying Patama and Dr Somsak
News, Post Reporters, Published on 15/08/2025
» Italy has bestowed two of its highest national honours on two prominent Thai figures in recognition of their exceptional contributions to international relations, philanthropy and the strengthening of cultural and economic ties between Italy and Thailand.
Govt clarifies stance on poker policy
News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/08/2025
» Poker will only be played as a sport with oversight from an authorised association, which is in the process of being set up, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry.
SEA Games ban mooted
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 30/07/2025
» Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong said a decision to bar Cambodia from the in Bangkok rests with the 11 SEA Games Federation (SEAGF) member nations.
Srettha outlines 'soft power' vision for Thai athletes
News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom and Shreyaa Srivastava, Published on 11/07/2025
» Former prime minister Srettha Thavisin has reaffirmed the Pheu Thai Party's commitment to harnessing sports as a major driver of Thailand's soft power, citing its cultural, commercial, and diplomatic potential.
Unite for safer roads in Thailand
News, Jean Todt & Michaela Friberg-Storey, Published on 20/06/2025
» Thailand has recently taken a decisive step to protect lives on the road: since the beginning of June 2025, authorities have stepped up enforcement of the helmet law for both motorcycle riders and passengers, with fines of up to 2,000 baht per person for non-compliance. By enforcing helmet-wearing laws, the Royal Thai Police is sending a clear message: wearing a helmet is not a suggestion -- it is the law, and laws are meant to be followed. This one, in particular, saves lives.
Wat Rai Khing fraud bust started quietly
News, Post Reporters, Published on 29/05/2025
» In a case that rocked the clergy and sent shockwaves through the Buddhist community, one man quietly stepped into one of Thailand's most revered temples -- not to worship, but to investigate.