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Police in Pattong, Phuket, arrested a transgender woman identified as 'Nay Rin' (37 years old) for stealing from tourists. The arrest occurred at a hotel room in Sukcharoen Soi, Phang Muang Sai K Road, Patong Town, Kathu District. Police found the suspect had a history of…
Chulalongkorn University has launched Chula XL Hub, an online learning platform accessible to the general public regardless of age or profession. The World Economic Forum estimates that approximately 39% of current workforce skills will become obsolete by 2030. The platform…
Dr. Eknoni Nititundapraphasri, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, stated that Thailand's fiscal position has improved, with the deficit for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, dropping from 4.4% of GDP to 3.4%. Revenue collection for the fiscal year exceeded…
On October 24, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, who also serves as Minister of Interior, appeared on the program 'Talk with PM Anutin' to question the National Economic and Social Development Board's (NESDB) forecast for Thailand's GDP growth at 2.1% for this year. He…
On October 25, 2026, General Phibul Kumchaiya, a member of the Privy Council and Deputy Chairman of the Phu Bordin Foundation, received 137 sets of student desks and chairs valued at 164,400 baht from Dr. Sunee Sorchaithanakhun and Mr. Manat Nithikul, CEO of Cement Public…
The Thailand Tourism Authority (TTA) reports robust growth in the long-haul tourism market for Q1/2070, with significant increases in advance bookings from Russia (+34%), Kazakhstan (+45%), and Europe (+17.5%). While direct flights and seat capacity are expanding, challenges…
The Ministry of Culture, via the Department of Religion, invites Buddhists and the public to participate in Out-of-Vassa (Wan Phra) festival activities across Thailand from October 16 to 31, 2026. Minister of Culture Ms. Sabida Thai Sethak highlights five distinct regional…
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul emphasized expanding trade partnerships, enhancing Thailand's global reputation as a stable food security nation, and collaborating with the private sector to remove business obstacles. He addressed international travel as purposeful diplomatic…
The Ministry of Education in Thailand is set to launch a new National Education Act to replace the 2019 amendment, aiming to align with modern technological and economic changes. The upcoming seminar, 'Thailand Education Next for All: Transforming the Future of Thai Education,'…
Shashit Huayhongthong, Chairman of the Board of Chevron Thailand Exploration and Production Limited, received the 'Business Role Model of the Year 2026' award in the Energy and Utilities sector. The ceremony was organized by the Foundation for Science and Technology of Thailand…
Asset World Corp (AWC) has joined forces with the Chiang Mai provincial government, private sector entities, and local communities to develop the Chiang Mai Tram by Lannatique. This project will feature a clean energy electric tram system connecting 15 stations across key…
At CNN Global Perspectives: In Bangkok, Gaggan Anand discussed the rising role of Asian food as soft power over the past two decades. He emphasized moving beyond Western stereotypes like sushi or fried chicken to showcase the region's diverse culinary heritage. Anand, owner and…
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) reported that total air passenger traffic for the third quarter of 2026 (April–June) reached 31.85 million, a 3.56% decline compared to the same period in 2025. Domestic passengers accounted for 14.82 million, while international…
On October 21, 2026, Laos and Cambodia held a government and private sector networking event for tourism at the Champasak Grand Hotel in Pakse, Champasak Province. The Lao delegation was led by Soun Savanh Viyaket, Minister of Culture and Tourism, while the Cambodian side was…
The Thailand Tourism Authority (TAT) aims to increase average spending by Italian tourists by 1% in 2070 through a focus on premium experiences, wellness, honeymooners, and cultural interests. Supported by partnerships with airlines like Thai Airways International and ITA…
ELLE Fashion Week 2026 at ICONSIAM, organized by Digital Press Co., Ltd. (holder of the ELLE Thailand license), continues its momentum with a second day of events held on October 23, 2025, at River Park ICONSIAM along the Chao Phraya River. The week's theme is 'Freedom,'…
Asia Plus analysts indicate that The Walt Disney Company (ticker: DISNEY19) is becoming an attractive investment opportunity for the fourth quarter. The firm expects the strongest operating results in the year to occur during Q4, driven by the high season for movie viewing and…
At ITB Asia 2026 held in Singapore from October 21 to 23, 2026, the Department of Tourism under Thailand's Ministry of Tourism and Sports advanced its 'Thailand Green Tourism Plan 2030' initiative. Director Jaturon Phakdiwanich assigned Director Athuk Prasenumul to lead efforts…
The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has prepared a new tourist site at the dinosaur footprint location in Udon Thani province. The site is situated at the junction of the Phu Phra Bat Historical Park and the Phu Hin Jom Tham-Phu Phra Bat National…
The Ministry of Tourism and Sports, supported by the Thailand Tourism Authority (TTA), the Thailand Tourism Industry Association (TTIA), and the Thailand-China Tourism Business Association (TCTA), will co-host the World Travel & Culture Expo (WTCE) 2026. Scheduled for October…