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PM ‘silent’ on rumoured Cabinet reshuffle
PM ‘silent’ on rumoured Cabinet reshuffle
BANGKOK: There has been no signal from Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra about a possible Cabinet reshuffle despite media speculation to that effect, according to Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, a key figure in the ruling Pheu Thai Party.
Cambodia to take border dispute with Thailand to World Court
Cambodia to take border dispute with Thailand to World Court
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia is to take its border dispute with Thailand to the World Court following an exchange of gunfire by soldiers of the two countries.
Old doubts rise on collapsed SAO site
Old doubts rise on collapsed SAO site
BANGKOK: The collapsed State Audit Office (SAO) building has come under renewed scrutiny following a recent news report detailing longstanding irregularities in the construction project, which began in 2009.
B157bn handout budget to fund other priorities: PM
B157bn handout budget to fund other priorities: PM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra plans to spend about B157 billion - earlier allocated for B10,000 handouts in fiscal 2025 - on water management, transport and tourism promotion instead.
New hotel law raises safety concerns
New hotel law raises safety concerns
BANGKOK: The Thai Hotels Association (THA) has raised the alarm for property owners over a new draft law for hotels, warning it could infringe on the rights of residents and compromise tourist safety, which is already a blemish for Thailand.
Kunlavut makes it day of double joy for Thai shuttlers
Kunlavut makes it day of double joy for Thai shuttlers
BADMINTON: New world No.1 Kunlavut Vitidsarn capped off a historic week by winning the US$1 million BWF Singapore Open yesterday (June 1).
Army ‘ready’ but Thailand seeks peaceful solution on Cambodian border
Army ‘ready’ but Thailand seeks peaceful solution on Cambodian border
SA KAEO: The Thai army has confirmed it is prepared for any possible border eventuality with Cambodia while the foreign affairs minister emphasised that a peaceful solution is possible.
Thai regulator warns taxi drivers to shape up
Thai regulator warns taxi drivers to shape up
BANGKOK: The Department of Land Transport (DLT) has warned that public transport drivers who fail to meet standards, particularly when providing services to tourists, will face severe penalties.
Thai F1 race would ‘break even within a year’
Thai F1 race would ‘break even within a year’
FORMULA ONE: The minister of tourism and sports has expressed confidence that a Formula 1 race, if held in Thailand, would “break even” within a year.
New dugong duo spotted near Krabi
New dugong duo spotted near Krabi
KRABI: Park officials have reported the sighting of two new dugongs and a group of green turtles near Ao Nam Mao in Muang district of Krabi, suggesting improving marine biodiversity.
PM vows B157bn for tourism pot
PM vows B157bn for tourism pot
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said she aims to inject B157 billion to stimulate the tourism sector, with a focus on improving safety and convenience for visitors, along with efforts to boost the sector in general.
Thailand’s new helmet law sparks questions
Thailand’s new helmet law sparks questions
BANGKOK: A new nationwide road safety campaign launching in Thailand tomorrow (June 1) has sparked debate among residents and visitors alike, as authorities begin stricter enforcement of motorcycle helmet regulations in an effort to reduce road accidents and fatalities.
Thai business closures rise 8.3% in first four months
Thai business closures rise 8.3% in first four months
BANGKOK: A total of 3,921 businesses in Thailand ceased operations in the first four months of 2025, an increase of 8.3% compared with the same period last year, according to the Department of Business Development.
Thai army ‘sorry’ for fatal beating
Thai army ‘sorry’ for fatal beating
BANGKOK: The Royal Thai Army (RTA) has expressed its condolences to the family of a conscript who was fatally beaten during disciplinary training last year.
Thai venues for Women’s World Volleyball Championship confirmed
Thai venues for Women’s World Volleyball Championship confirmed
VOLLEYBALL: Four official venues have been confirmed for the FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship 2025, which will take place in Thailand from Aug 22 to Sept 7.
TAT aims for record arrivals from Oceania
TAT aims for record arrivals from Oceania
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is placing a greater emphasis on high potential short-haul markets to diversify risk away from the sluggish Chinese market, with the aim of reaching a new high of 950,000 tourist arrivals from the Oceania market, which includes Australia.
Cambodian soldier killed in Thai border gunfight
Cambodian soldier killed in Thai border gunfight
UBON RATCHATHANI: Thai and Cambodian soldiers were in a stand-off yesterday (May 28) after a brief exchange of gunfire in a disputed border area of the northeastern province of Ubon Ratchathani early that morning.
Tougher checks for arrivals
Tougher checks for arrivals
BANGKOK: National Police Chief Pol Gen Kittharath Punpetch has ordered immigration police to step up the screening process for foreign arrivals.
Minister calls for tougher law on nominee firms
Minister calls for tougher law on nominee firms
BANGKOK: Deputy Commerce Minister Napintorn Srisanpang is pushing for a new law to further crack down on businesses that use Thai nominees, with such entities expected to be wiped out within six months.
Thai shuttlers advance at Singapore Open
Thai shuttlers advance at Singapore Open
BADMINTON: Mixed doubles pair Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran moved into the second round of the BWF Singapore Open yesterday (May 27).