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The Department of International Trade, Ministry of Commerce, is collaborating with partner agencies to strictly regulate the importation of illegal waste and refuse. The department aims to prevent Thailand from becoming a dumping ground for foreign waste, protect the…
MGR Online ·
Executives Khet Thanat and Nat Thakhanaththanachan introduced the new label Kongthup's Music, featuring debut acts DERLA, CODE BLUE, and trainee group ARMY GG. The launch included an AI-hybrid music video for DERLA's single 'Ilao Mak Muan', a collaboration between DERLA and Mos…
MGR Online ·
The PRAEW ICONIC BEAUTY 2026 awards ceremony marked its 12th anniversary under the theme 'YOUR BEAUTY, YOUR RULES', organized by Praew magazine and AME Imaginative Co., Ltd. (Amarin Group). Held at the exclusive 48th-floor location of Tower 4, One Bangkok, the event honored over…
MGR Online ·
Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya received the Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The decoration was presented by Italian President Sergio Mattarella at the presidential palace. As the…
Nation Thailand - Art & Culture ·
On October 21, 2026, at the National Police Headquarters in Thailand, Pichit Chaiyamongkol, leader of the Network for Reforming Thailand (KPT), led a group of supporters to submit a petition to General Samran Nuamla, Commander of the Royal Thai Police. The KPT demanded immediate…
Komchadluek ·
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) unveiled its 'Value over Volume' strategy for 2027, focusing on wellness and repeat visitors, at ITB Asia 2026 in Singapore. The event highlighted the 'Healing is the New Luxury' theme with a pavilion showcasing Thai craftsmanship and an…
TAT Newsroom ·
Duolingo has launched a new animated series titled DuoTV, featuring characters from its language learning application. The series follows Lily and Zari as they work at DuoMart, a grocery store, alongside Duo the owl and Falstaff the bear. They must solve mysteries hidden within…
The Matter ·
On October 20, APM Terminals and Hateco Group signed a non-binding agreement in Copenhagen to study the development and operation of rail freight terminals in northern Vietnam. The initial focus is on a terminal in Hai Phong, with plans to explore three additional locations in…
ScandAsia ·
McDonald's Thailand has launched a new flagship store in Thonglor, designed as a community hub with 24-hour service to cater to urban lifestyles. The company aims to open 30 branches this year and continues to expand its network of over 249 locations nationwide.
Komchadluek ·
Siam Park, a 46-year-old amusement park in Thailand, is undergoing repairs following severe flooding in late September that submerged 100% of the area. Initial damage estimates range from 300 to 500 million baht. While rumors suggested the sale of its 250-rai land for 10 billion…
Komchadluek ·
A survey by Ipsos and Match Group involving 4,000 single individuals across Japan, South Korea, India, and Thailand reveals that while loneliness is prevalent, there is a strong desire for meaningful relationships. In Thailand specifically, 85% of singles reported feeling…
The Momentum ·
On October 20, representatives of Chinese students accompanied by lawyers filed complaints with the Central Investigation Bureau's complaints centre at Tao Poon Police Station regarding an alleged condominium scam affecting approximately 70 people. The complainants submitted…
The Thaiger - Thailand ·
At the 2026 Asian Para Games held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, Thai wheelchair racers Athiwat Paeng-Nuea and Chaiwat Rattana secured gold medals. Athiwat Paeng-Nuea won the men's 100m T54 event with a time of 13.49 seconds, matching the world record. Chaiwat Rattana won the men's…
Khaosod English - 전체 ·
Mr. Lavaron Saengsanit, Deputy Minister of Finance, stated that Thailand's fiscal situation differs from France due to a high fiscal buffer and strict financial discipline under the leadership of Mr. Ek-niti Nitithamphapach, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance. While…
Khaosod - 전체 ·
The Office of Energy Policy and Planning (OEP) under the Ministry of Energy reported updated fuel prices for five major service stations effective at 05:00 on October 21, 2026. The Thai Petroleum Association (PTA) announced a price increase. Prices vary by brand and fuel type…
Khaosod - 전체 ·
On October 20, 2025, photographers from THE STANDARD documented the annual Vijayadashami festival procession at Wat Phra Sri Maha Umateswari (Wat Khao) in Silom, Bangkok. The event marks the Hindu victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura after a nine-day and…
The Standard - 전체 ·
A Thai musician named ford_esso posted on social media that he found the doctor who warned him about a potential case of acromegaly after seeing his performance at Cat 7 on June 6. The doctor had sent a note to the bassist after noticing symptoms he did not recognize, advising…
Khaosod - 전체 ·
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning at 5am on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, for heavy to very heavy rain expected across parts of Thailand until October 25. Persistent downpours in the South and increased rainfall in the lower Northeast, lower Central region…
Nation Thailand - Society ·
On October 21, 2026, the Thailand Meteorological Department issued a forecast for the next 24 hours predicting continuous rainfall with heavy rain in parts of the South. The department warned that areas prone to flooding and flash floods should be monitored closely due to…
Naewna ·
Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are emerging as a clean energy solution for achieving Net Zero Emissions. Professor Dr. Jesada Den Duangboriphan of Chulalongkorn University explains that nuclear technology is already integral to daily life, including medical diagnostics like…
Thai Post - 전체 ·