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Thailand pursues more global events to spur economy
Published on 26/08/2025
» Thailand is aiming to attract more global events to enhance the economy and promote new destinations, taking advantage of major infrastructure projects in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) provinces.
M81 motorway toll-free during King’s Cup tournament
Piyarach Chongcharoen, Published on 26/08/2025
» The M81 motorway, running from Bang Yai in Nonthaburi to Kanchanaburi, will be free of charge for drivers from Aug 29 to Sept 10 to facilitate travel to the King’s Cup football tournament, according the Department of Highways.
Woman sentenced to 43 years for royal insult to be freed
Published on 26/08/2025
» A 69-year-old woman who was sentenced to 43 years in prison for lese-majeste will be released on Wednesday under a royal pardon after serving more than 8 years, her lawyers said on Tuesday.
Wire breach stirs tensions at border
Published on 26/08/2025
» Thai authorities are considering criminal prosecution following a border incident in which a group of Cambodian nationals reportedly dismantled sections of barbed wire fencing in the Nong Chan area of Sa Kaeo province on Monday.
Ex-abbot comes clean about pre-monkhood life
Online Reporters, Published on 26/08/2025
» The embattled former abbot of Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu has broken his silence about his early life, admitting he evaded military service and assumed a friend’s identity before illegally entering Malaysia where he worked for several years before returning to Thailand.
Paetongtarn confident of return as PM
Post Reporters, Published on 26/08/2025
» Suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra expressed optimism about resuming her duties during a cabinet meeting on Tuesday, voicing her determination to return to work later this week.
Onfa Vejjajiva appointed as new NESDC chief
Online Reporters, Published on 26/08/2025
» The cabinet on Tuesday selected Onfa Vejjajiva as the new secretary-general of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), replacing Danucha Pichayanan, who will be transferred to lead a water management agency.
Fed governor says Trump has no authority to fire her
AFP, Published on 26/08/2025
» WASHINGTON - Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook rejected US President Donald Trump’s unprecedented bid to oust her on Tuesday, saying he had no legal authority for such an intervention against a member of the independent US central bank.
How Thai Boys’ Love series sparked a billion-baht fan economy and soft power revolution
Published on 26/08/2025
» Once a niche corner of entertainment, Thai Boys' Love (BL) dramas have grown into a global cultural wave. Beyond the swooning storylines and photogenic leads lies something more powerful: an economic force driven by loyal fans who see more than just fiction. For them, these stories bring meaning, belonging and identity.
Liverpool face Isak dilemma ahead of Arsenal visit
AFP, Published on 26/08/2025
» LIVERPOOL - Liverpool and Arsenal have combined to spend nearly £550 million ($742 million) in a transfer arms race, yet the future of Newcastle forward Alexander Isak still hangs over Sunday’s showdown between the Premier League title rivals.