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As the United Thai Nation Party on Monday stressed the importance of protecting the monarchy while on the campaign trail, the Move Forward Party continued to push for radical change in Thailand's politics.

Bangkok Post

Smartphone sales down 20% in first quarter

Thailand's smartphone sales declined by 20% year-on-year in the first quarter, compared to a global fall of 14.6% in the same period, mainly due to a sharp drop in the low-end smartphone segment, according to analysis from market research firm IDC Thailand.

Bangkok Post

A lingering problem

For several months, PM2.5 dust has exceeded 50 microgrammes per cubic metre (µg/m³) in many provinces in Thailand, which is considered unsafe. In some areas, such as Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Mae Hong Son, PM2.5 levels have reached over 500µg/m³. While some people are aware of the dangers of…

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60 years of EU-Thai engagement

On May 9, 1950, French Foreign Minister Schuman presented a proposal for the creation of the European Community of Coal and Steel, pooling together French and German coal and steel production -- resources needed to wage war -- under a common high authority, within an organisation open to other European…

Bangkok Post

Can Jakarta push peace in Myanmar?

By this weekend, the world will find out whether the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) -- under Indonesian chairmanship -- will be able to overcome challenges in Myanmar's peace process and bridge the divisions among various stakeholders.

Bangkok Post

Delve into the world of craft cocoa

Chocolate and cocoa lovers have until Sunday to dive into the world of cocoa and enjoy great items from popular cafés during "Thailand Craft Cocoa 2023", which is running at the Eden Zone, 1st floor of CentralWorld, Ratchadamri Road.

Bangkok Post

Book your spot for rare masterclass on caviar

Caviar lovers and interested members of the public are invited to join Thailand's first-ever public masterclass on caviar which will take place on May 27 from 10-11.30am. The venue is the Lecture Hall of The Campus on the lower lobby of Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, Ratchadamri Road. Refreshments will be…

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Eyewear sales set to rise by 5% this year

Thailand's eyewear industry is expected to grow by 5% to 7.35 billion baht this year, after seeing a huge drop during 2020 and 2021.

Bangkok Post

Recovery unabated amid uncertainty

Asia and the Pacific remains a dynamic region despite the challenging year for the world economy.

Bangkok Post

DCT calls for National Board of Digital Transformation

The new government should establish a "National Board of Digital Transformation" to gear the country towards the Thailand 5.0 era, according to recommendations provided by the Digital Council of Thailand (DCT).

Bangkok Post

Rising MMA star Shalie Lipp dies aged 21 just days before huge fight

Rising MMA star Shalie Lipp lost her life in a car crash after not wearing a seatbelt, tragically dying just a few weeks before her next scheduled fight, which she prepared for in Thailand

Daily Mirror

Soraoat wins, Puripol's dream ends

Thai sprinter Soraoat Dapbang won the men's 200m title at the SEA Games in Cambodia on Monday as teammate Puripol Boonson's campaign ended prematurely due to injury.

Bangkok Post

Brit boy, 16 feared murdered and dumped in Thailand forest as police search for girlfriend

Woramet Ben Taota, 16, has reportedly been found dead in the Ban Than district of Thailand after it is believed he was murdered and his body dumped in a forest while his girlfriend named Yam is missing

Daily Mirror

Spain suspends trading in NH Hoteles, Thai parent offers to buy shares

Spanish stock market regulator CNMV on Monday suspended the trading of shares in NH Hotel Group SA pending information from the company, just as its Thailand-based parent company offered to buy NH stocks in the market.

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Thailand Outclass Australia To Claim International Crown

The four-player team won all three matches against the Australians to cap an outstanding four days

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Does Thailand’s Election Matter?

The election could be a plus for Thailand’s regional role, which has been sadly diminished over the past two decades.

The Guardian - UK

Weather tracker: Vietnam and Laos set records for highest-ever temperatures

Records for countries broken just weeks after temperature in Thailand rose above 45C for the first time

Daily Mirror

Brit couple injured in holiday bus crash after driver 'falls asleep at wheel'

Brit couple Janet Brassington and James Smith were among 17 passengers injured in a bus crash in Thailand where the vehicle veered off the road after the driver allegedly fell asleep

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Unlock your culinary world with Marriott Bonvoy

Marriott Bonvoy's culinary fest Eat Out returns this summer and promises a series of rewarding dining packages for Marriott Bonvoy members at participating 46 hotels and resorts across Thailand until June 30.

Reuters

Thai election agency criticised after snags in early voting

Thailand's election commission came under scrutiny on Monday after what a monitoring group said were widespread complaints in early voting, fuelling concern on social media about the competence of a body appointed under military rule.

Bangkok Post

Storms warning for upper Thailand

Scattered thunderstorms with gusty winds, some hail and possible lightning strikes are likely in northern areas of Thailand from May 8-10, the Meteorological Department said on Monday.

The Guardian - UK

A new mother, a Harvard grad and a coup leader: who are Thailand’s election candidates?

This weekend’s election will see political royal Paetongtarn Shinawatra face off against army chiefs

Bangkok Post

Thai women capture golf’s International Crown

SAN FRANCISCO: Thailand captured the LPGA International Crown on Sunday, blanking Australia 3-0 in the championship match to complete a near-perfect run in the global team event at Harding Park.

Al Jazeera

Thailand’s cannabis sellers say US growers are eating their lunch

Local cannabis growers say their business is being undercut by cheaper illegal imports from overseas.

Bangkok Post

B1,000 departure tax proposed

Thai outbound travellers and foreign permanent residents in Thailand have been asked for their opinion on a government departure tax of 1,000 baht.

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