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Viral Image of Donated Japanese Train Surrounded by Garbage Sparks Cleanup Efforts in Bangkok
A viral image of a donated Japanese KIHA 183 train in Thailand surrounded by piles of garbage has caught global attention. The picture was...
Bangkok’s Landscape Transformed: 1,454 Km of Electrical Wires to Go Underground
Bangkok, Thailand - In a bold move set to revolutionize the city's infrastructure, the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) has revealed a groundbreaking plan to...
Bangkok City Hall Celebrates Multicultural Roots with “Look Up BKK” Festival
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is collaborating with the Ministry of Culture to host the "Look Up BKK" cultural festival, showcasing the city's rich...
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Thaksin Outlines Economic Vision for Thailand’s Recovery
At the "Vision for Thailand 2024" event, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra presented his economic vision for Thailand, addressing a wide-ranging audience of ministers,...
Energy Absolute Faces Crisis Amid Executive Controversy
Energy Absolute, a prominent Thai renewable energy firm, faces a critical juncture as its newly appointed CEO, Somchainuk Engtrakul, vows to stabilize amidst financial...
Thailand Aims for 7.5% Tourism Revenue Growth in 2025
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has set an ambitious target for 2025, aiming for a 7.5% increase in revenue, which would equate to...
Arts & Culture
Lisa’s “Rockstar” MV Hits 67 Million Views on YouTube
Lalisa “Lisa” Manobal’s new solo song, "Rockstar," has amassed an impressive 67.76 million views on YouTube, marking a significant milestone in her career. This...
LISA Announces New Solo Single Rockstar
After two weeks of anticipation, LISA of BLACKPINK has officially announced her upcoming solo single, "Rockstar," slated for release on June 27 at 8...
Thai Tearjerker “How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies” Sweeps Singapore...
The Thai film "How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies" has made waves in the Singaporean box office, shattering records with its emotional resonance....
Drive & Ride
Tesla Cancels Thailand Factory Plans Amid Global Strategy Shift
Tesla has abandoned its plans to establish a manufacturing plant in Thailand, signaling a significant shift in its global expansion strategy. This decision, part...
FTI Cuts 2024 Car Production Target Amid Weak Sales
The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has revised its car manufacturing target for 2024 from 1.9 million to 1.7 million units, citing prolonged weak...
Travel
TAT Connex Platform Launches to Boost Thailand Tourism
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is set to launch a new digital platform, "TAT Connex," on 15 August 2024. The platform invites local...
Thailand Approves 433M Baht to Boost Tourism During Low Season
The Thai government has approved a budget allocation of 433 million baht to the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, aiming to bolster tourism during...
Thailand-China Flights to Double with New Visa Waiver
On July 25, 2024, Aeronautical Radio of Thailand Co Ltd (Aerothai) announced a significant expansion in the volume of flights between Thailand and China....
Education
Education Ministry to Limit Digital Device Use in Schools
The Ministry of Education has unveiled plans to limit the use of digital devices in schools, citing growing concerns over their adverse effects on...
Khon Kaen School Adjusts Mother’s Day to Include All Students
Bannongtae School in Khon Kaen province has received widespread praise online after deciding to forgo traditional Mother’s Day celebrations to better accommodate students from...
Education Ministry Plans Major Curriculum Overhaul, Reduce School Hours
The Ministry of Education is set to initiate a comprehensive overhaul of the core curriculum, aimed at reducing school hours and promoting non-classroom learning....
Property
Australians file fraud complaint over Phuket condominium project
Two Australian nationals lodged a formal complaint on September 3 at Kamala Police Station in Phuket, accusing Kata Beach Company, the developer behind The...
Thai Hotels Oppose Increased Foreign Ownership of Condos
The Thai Hotels Association (THA) has voiced strong opposition to the government's plan to permit foreign ownership of up to 75% in condominium units....
Calls for Increase in Foreign Condo Ownership Quotas
Amidst growing demand from foreign buyers, calls for an increase in foreign ownership quotas for condominiums have surfaced, particularly in key tourist destinations like...
