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Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:09:00 +0700Parole would help ‘stressed’ Thaksin, says daughter
Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is growing “very stressed” behind bars and parole could be good for his health, his daughter Paetongtarn said on Thursday.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0700Flood-weary South to see heavy rain through Sunday
Torrential rain has caused flooding in southern provinces of Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung and Surat Thani and will continue in the South until Sunday, forecasters say.
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:59:00 +0700Analysts forecast rate cut in December
Analysts increasingly expect the Bank of Thailand to cut the policy interest rate at its meeting next month after GDP growth fell to the weakest pace in four years in the third quarter amid weakening domestic demand, slower public investment and a to...
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:53:00 +0700New rice scheme eyes premium position
The government has unveiled a "New Rice Economy" initiative aimed at elevating Thai rice to the premium segment in the global market.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 22:09:00 +0700Two Miss Universe judges quit before Bangkok finale
Two judges have announced their resignation from the Miss Universe competition, with one arguing it was rigged, days before the pageant is set to crown its 74th winner in Bangkok.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:03:00 +0700PTT ready to walk away from EV venture
The Thai oil and gas conglomerate PTT Plc is considering offloading its stake in an electric vehicle (EV) joint venture as it seeks to improve cash flow and brace for a sluggish Thai and global economy next year.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:27:00 +070040-baht day pass for two Bangkok rail lines imminent
The Ministry of Transport will seek cabinet approval next week for a 40-baht flat-rate daily pass for the Purple and Red electric train lines.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:07:00 +0700Food and whine: Jay Fai in hot water again
The Michelin-starred Bangkok restaurant Raan Jay Fai has defended its policies in the face of another social-media flap, this time alleging discrimination against Thais.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:36:00 +0700PM Anutin denies political motive in amending prison regs
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakujl said on Wednesday his government was improving prison regulations on the transfer of ill inmates to ensure fairness, not taking revenge on any political rival.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:48:00 +0700China says 'no market' for Japanese aquatic products, warns of more countermeasures
BEIJING - Even if Japanese aquatic products were exported to China, there would be "no market" for them, China's foreign ministry said on Wednesday, citing the "anger" of Chinese nationals at recent comments from the Japanese prime minister on Taiwan...