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Tue, 05 May 2026 15:37:00 +0700
Coconut water: the natural health drink for Thailand’s brutal heat
Coconut water is easy to find in Thailand, whether from a fruit stall or in a convenience store. Packed with nutrients, it is the ultimate drink to fight the extreme heat of Thai summer.

Tue, 05 May 2026 14:49:00 +0700
Cabinet approves B400-billion borrowing decree
The ​cabinet on ‌Tuesday approved an emergency decree to borrow 400 billion baht to alleviate cost of living ​pressures ⁠and support measures to reduce energy costs, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said.

Tue, 05 May 2026 14:29:00 +0700
School uniform reuse allowed to help families save money
The Ministry of Education is helping parents save on back‑to‑school expenses, allowing students to continue using their existing uniforms even if they transfer to a new school or move up a grade.

Tue, 05 May 2026 14:15:00 +0700
Nationwide inspections ordered after tilapia found in mackerel cans
Prime Minister’s Office Minister Supamas Isarabhakdi has ordered consumer protection officials nationwide to stop producers using tilapia in canned-fish products after packs sold as mackerel were found to contain tilapia.

Tue, 05 May 2026 13:34:00 +0700
Thailand scraps sea boundary pact with Cambodia
The cabinet ​on Tuesday cancelled a longstanding agreement with Cambodia to work towards clarifying maritime boundaries for joint offshore energy ​exploration, said Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, defying calls from ‌its...

Tue, 05 May 2026 12:57:00 +0700
Violent storms knock power poles across provinces
Heavy storms on Monday evening toppled numerous power poles across upper Thailand, resulting in one fatality, several injuries, property damage and widespread blackouts.

Tue, 05 May 2026 12:14:00 +0700
Thailand phone after-sales showdown
When your phone dies between Sukhumvit and Silom, brand loyalty becomes practical.

Tue, 05 May 2026 08:27:00 +0700
Bright but patchy outlook for solar push
Stronger promotion of solar power by Thai authorities amid an energy crisis holds promise, but still faces challenges, say industry analysts.

Tue, 05 May 2026 06:41:00 +0700
EEC market weakens as condos tumble
The housing market in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) continued to soften in 2025, with both demand and supply contracting year-on-year, according to the Real Estate Information Center (REIC).

Tue, 05 May 2026 06:23:00 +0700
Virtual banks allotted more time
The Bank of Thailand has given virtual bank licence applicants additional time to meet pre-licensing conditions, even if they face delays beyond the specified timeline.

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