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Democrat Party marks 80th anniversary
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 07/04/2026
» The Democrat Party on Monday marked its 80th anniversary by kicking off a year-long programme aimed at reinforcing its role as a political institution open to all.
Influencers, online ads trigger e-vaping rise, worrying parents
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 05/04/2026
» Growing concern is mounting over influencers driving youth vaping, with many parents struggling to respond.
50-plus file camp scam complaints
News, Published on 31/03/2026
» More than 50 alleged victims have complained to the Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD), accusing a well-known youth camp organiser of fraud after multiple camps allegedly failed to take place despite parents having paid in full.
Population shrinks to 65.8m
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 27/03/2026
» Thailand's population fell to 65.8 million in 2025, according to the Department of Provincial Administration, which also revealed that Bangkok remains by far the country's most populous area.
Social Security Fund reform 'urgent' as society ages
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 25/03/2026
» People's Party (PP) MP Nattacha Boonchaiinsawat has called for reforms to the Social Security Fund (SSF) to make it more transparent and sustainable, and to allow members to have a say in how the fund is managed.
Act now on mental health
News, Editorial, Published on 21/03/2026
» The report of the death of a fourth-year medical student in Songkhla province this week raises alarm bells about growing mental health problems in Thailand.
Calls mount for stronger vape action
News, APINYA WIPATAYOTIN & ACHADTHAYA CHUENNIRAN, Published on 18/03/2026
» Authorities are being urged to step up their crackdown on e-cigarettes, with public health advocates proposing that the issue be included in the national agenda to intensify enforcement and better protect children and youth.
Ireland ready to lead EU amid global challenges
News, Patrick Bourne, Published on 17/03/2026
» In a world as fast-moving and unpredictable as the one we are navigating right now, it is good to know there are reliable lighthouses on the horizon and at least a few certainties upon which we can depend. One of those is that St Patrick's Day, every March 17, is an occasion that Irish people, and people of Irish heritage, and friends of Ireland, will be keen to celebrate all over the world, including here in Thailand. And for our small island, from which so many people emigrated throughout our history, this really is a global celebration of our history, culture, connections and shared values.
Justice must extend to all women
News, Anna Hammargren and Michaela Friberg-Storey, Published on 07/03/2026
» International Women's Day, which occurs tomorrow, often brings statements of support. This year's UN theme asks a harder question -- does justice actually work for women and girls?
Shortage of psychiatrists bodes ill for mental health
News, Published on 06/03/2026
» The country is grappling with a critical shortage of psychiatrists, with fewer than 900 specialists now working nationwide, according to the Public Health Ministry.