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Chiang Mai forests ravaged by wildfires
Chiang Mai forests ravaged by wildfires
CHIANG MAI: Fires have devastated approximately 30,000 rai (4,800 hectares) of forest across three districts in Chiang Mai province, local officials confirmed yesterday (Feb 26).
University football rivalry to resume
University football rivalry to resume
FOOTBALL: After a four-year hiatus, students from Chulalongkorn and Thammasat Universities are gearing up to reignite their historic rivalry with a friendly football match scheduled for Mar 31 at the Supachalasai Stadium, also known as the National Stadium.
Thailand develops local AI GPT model
Thailand develops local AI GPT model
BANGKOK: Thailand is advancing the Open ThaiGPT project to develop its own artificial intelligence (AI) technology, aiming to lessen its dependence on foreign tech, officials have stated.
Thailand and Russia strengthen industrial cooperation
Thailand and Russia strengthen industrial cooperation
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Industry has revealed that Russia expressed interest in introducing steel products to Thailand, along with other products like electrical equipment and batteries.
TAT proposes extended visa-free stays to boost tourism
TAT proposes extended visa-free stays to boost tourism
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is urging the government to extend the visa-free stay period for long-haul tourists from the United States and Europe to 90 days to boost the country’s tourism revenue from these regions to 40% in 2024.
Economy decelerates, outlook faces potential downward revision
Economy decelerates, outlook faces potential downward revision
BANGKOK: The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has disclosed the economic and financial conditions for December and the fourth quarter of 2023, reporting a slowdown in the overall expansion of the Thai economy. 
TAT looks to tap Spanish and ASEAN markets
TAT looks to tap Spanish and ASEAN markets
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has been busy in the past week reinforcing Thailand’s status as a top global destination at both the Feria Internacional de Turismo (FITUR) 2024 in Madrid, Spain and the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2024 in Vientiane, Laos.
PM: Govt cannot intervene in BoT affairs
PM: Govt cannot intervene in BoT affairs
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has met with the Bank of Thailand (BoT) to discuss an overview of the economic situation. 
Cabinet approves lower excise taxes for liquor, nightclub services
Cabinet approves lower excise taxes for liquor, nightclub services
BANGKOK: The Cabinet has approved a set of proposals to reduce excise taxes for liquor and entertainment venues, in an effort to boost national revenue through tourism.
TAT unveils 2024 Michelin Guide
TAT unveils 2024 Michelin Guide
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced the release of the Michelin Guide Thailand 2024. Phuket has not received any new stars, PRU is still the only holder of a Michelin Star (plus a Michelin Green Star) while Jampa holds a Michelin Green Star.
Businesses urged to adhere to new closing time
Businesses urged to adhere to new closing time
BANGKOK: Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul has issued a reminder that the newly extended operating hours for night venues, allowing them to stay open until 4am, are conditional and must strictly be followed by both operators and customers.
Thai cuisine shines in TasteAtlas rankings
Thai cuisine shines in TasteAtlas rankings
BANGKOK: TasteAtlas recently launched its annual rankings, unveiling a delectable world of cuisines, dishes, food cities, products, and ingredients. Thailand was included in most of the major lists.
Thai cops spearhead global effort against crime assets
Thai cops spearhead global effort against crime assets
BANGKOK: The Royal Thai Police has invited representatives from the police divisions of more than 50 countries to a discussion on intelligence cooperation.
Cabinet approves tax-refund scheme for economic boost
Cabinet approves tax-refund scheme for economic boost
BANGKOK: The government has announced a new tax refund scheme, the ‘Easy E-Receipt’ program, to stimulate domestic spending and encourage the use of electronic invoices.
TAT launches expat privilege program
TAT launches expat privilege program
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with True-DTAC, has launched the ‘Amazing Thailand Expat Privileges’ program, offering exclusive discounts and benefits to expatriates in Thailand.
Government launches major discount campaign for New Year
Government launches major discount campaign for New Year
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Commerce has announced it is gearing up for a large-scale promotional event in the New Year in collaboration with over 300 manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and convenience stores.
Interior Mininstry warns against illicit online citizen ID card issuing services
Interior Mininstry warns against illicit online citizen ID card issuing services
BANGKOK: A recent investigation revealed a fraudulent operation involving the issuance of fake national ID cards in Thailand prompting the Ministry of Interior to issue a warning on the matter reminding of legal consequences for both sellers and buyers.
Marriage rights bill advances Thai LGBTQ equality
Marriage rights bill advances Thai LGBTQ equality
BANGKOK: The Cabinet has endorsed a bill to amend the Civil and Commercial Code, granting same-sex couples equal legal rights in marriage, it was confirmed yesterday (Nov 22).
THAI sees B16Bbn profit amid tourism revival
THAI sees B16Bbn profit amid tourism revival
BANGKOK: Thai International Airways Plc (THAI) has reported a comeback with a net profit of B16.31 billion in the first nine months of 2023, driven by the recovery of the tourism sector.
3BB, AIS merger approved
3BB, AIS merger approved
BANGKOK: The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has approved the merger of internet service provider 3BB with Advanced Wireless Network (AWN), a subsidiary of AIS.