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Musical chairs at the UN Security Council

The UN General Assembly has a busy year ahead. First, the members have chosen their new president to preside over the 81st General Assembly. Then, the 193 members picked five new non-permanent members to serve on the 15-member Security Council. Later in the year, the full Assembly will choose a…

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Cybercriminals exploit Fifa World Cup fans with scams

Cybercriminals are using the Fifa World Cup to launch scams and steal credentials, warns FortiGuard Labs, the research arm of cybersecurity firm Fortinet.

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Public feedback sought on new Thai drone rules

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) is holding a public hearing on draft regulations covering four drone-related measures to support Thailand's digital economy, while also strengthening airspace safety.

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Thai-Bhutan pact receives approval

The cabinet has approved the Thailand-Bhutan free trade agreement (FTA), which is expected to take effect early next year.

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Saha Group flags slower growth, shift in investment

The chairman of Saha Group, a leading consumer goods conglomerate, says the government should invest in infrastructure.

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Call for greater focus on foreign investors

Amid rising global uncertainty, the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) has urged the government to step up efforts to attract foreign investors and encourage multinational companies to relocate their operations to Thailand.

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Gulf prepares new data centre investment

Gulf Development, Thailand's largest energy company by market value and a major telecom operator, has announced plans to invest in new data centres with a combined capacity of 100 megawatts this year, underscoring its ambition to become a regional leader in digital infrastructure and cloud services.

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Thais put home ownership on hold

The proportion of consumers with no plans to buy a home within five years has risen sharply to 56%, from 47% a year earlier, marking the highest level in four years as concerns about the economy weigh on purchasing decisions.

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NBTC urged to finalise TV roadmap

Thailand Consumers Council (TCC) and Cofact Thailand have submitted a letter to the chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) urging the regulator to finalise the long-delayed roadmap for broadcasting and TV from 2026-2030, alongside clear regulations for over-the-top (OTT) services.

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Same-sex benefits 'still not granted'

The government should ensure same-sex couples receive equal access to welfare benefits, as some state enterprise employees remain unable to claim spousal healthcare rights despite the enactment of the marriage equality law, says the Democratic Party.

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House panel to probe health data breach

A civil society group on Wednesday petitioned a parliamentary committee to investigate an alleged data breach involving a state agency responsible for healthcare entitlements, claiming sensitive personal information of 67.1 million people may have been exposed.

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Govt scrambles for markets

The government is seeking new markets for Thai shrimps after Malaysia announced an import suspension earlier this month, says Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun.

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House panel seeks answers about ‘help the blue’ chats

An opposition MP has urged the chief of the Department of Provincial Administration to testify before a House panel and clarify allegations the agency is linked to so-called "blue network" politics.

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Govt works with FBI on global crime

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul reaffirmed Thailand's commitment to strengthening cooperation with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and international law enforcement partners to tackle transnational crime and emerging cyber threats.

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Electronic securities bill gets first House okay

The House of Representatives has unanimously accepted in principle a government-sponsored bill to amend the Securities and Exchange Act, paving the way for the issuance and trading of securities in electronic form while strengthening regulatory oversight of electronic securities transactions.

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BJT threatens action over land row

The ruling Bhumjaithai Party has vowed legal action against anyone spreading false information about the Khao Kradong land dispute, accusing critics of politically motivated attacks on the party and its leaders.

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Phiphat extortion row widens

A social media controversy involving allegations of an attempted monthly extortion of 5 million baht from Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has triggered political debate, drawing reactions from Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and veteran political commentator Sondhi Limthongkul.

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Situation 'fragile' at border as Chinese tanks arrive

The situation along the Thai-Cambodian border remains fragile, but is still under control, says National Security Council (NSC) secretary-general Chatchai Bangchuad.

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New flak for govt AI scheme

The government is pressing ahead with gathering public input on the controversial TH-AI Passport project amid criticism that the move is an attempt to "whitewash" the scheme.

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Hong Kong files charges over deadliest fire in decades

HONG KONG - Hong Kong filed manslaughter charges against several people and companies on Wednesday over the world's deadliest residential building fire in decades, which killed 168 people at a public housing estate last year.

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Isan Creative Festival is back for a 6th run

The 6th annual Isan Creative Festival is set to return next month, inviting visitors to discover new regional possibilities and answer the ultimate question: "What can Isan do?"

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Disconnect with Art In The Parq

The Parq invites everyone to disconnect from the online world and reconnect with themselves during Art In The Parq Season 3, which will take place from tomorrow to June 21.

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Siam Paragon hosts illustration expo

Paragon Hall will be transformed into a vibrant art community for Illust Fusion Expo 2026, which will take place this Saturday and Sunday, from 10am to 8pm at Siam Paragon.

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SpaceX's historic IPO by the numbers

NEW YORK - The stock market debut of SpaceX -- Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and company -- expected Friday, could be the biggest in history. Here are the key numbers.

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Norm-breaking SpaceX IPO a source of elation, angst on Wall Street

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Elon Musk's SpaceX is just days from a historic stock market debut set to break all norms, drawing feverish excitement from Wall Street's financial wizards even as skeptics question whether the rocket maker can ever turn a profit.

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