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Grigorian vs Kaito rebooked for ONE Samurai 1 in Tokyo
Grigorian vs Kaito rebooked for ONE Samurai 1 in Tokyo
MMA: ONE Championship has rebooked the long-delayed featherweight kickboxing bout between Marat Grigorian and Kaito for ONE Samurai 1 on Apr 29 at Ariake Arena in Tokyo.
Tourism braces for impact of Mideast war
Tourism braces for impact of Mideast war
BANGKOK: Thai tourism should brace for an influx of foreigners seeking a safe haven amid growing geopolitical conflict, similar to the surge experienced during the Russia-Ukraine War a few years ago, when Russian arrivals rose to 1.74 million in 2024, significantly impacting property markets in tourism cities.
Fuel prices increase amid Middle East war
Fuel prices increase amid Middle East war
BANGKOK: Petrol stations in several provinces have begun rationing fuel sales as supplies tighten, while some operators have raised prices, amid the war in the Middle East.
Russian Ambassador praises Thai neutrality
Russian Ambassador praises Thai neutrality
BANGKOK: Thailand has maintained a longstanding stance of neutrality in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, reflecting its balanced approach to international relations and the historical ties it shares with both nations, says Evgeny Tomikhin, the Russian ambassador to Thailand.
25% tourism decline ‘worst-case scenario’
25% tourism decline ‘worst-case scenario’
BANGKOK: War in the Middle East could seriously affect Thai tourism this year, with a 25% decline from the 2026 target being the worst-case scenario if the fighting extends beyond three months, prompting officials to target short‑haul tourists to fill the gap.
Thailand sets up centre to handle Middle East crisis
Thailand sets up centre to handle Middle East crisis
BANGKOK: Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has set up a 37-member centre to monitor the situation in the Middle East and offer advice to mitigate impacts from the US-Israeli war against Iran.
Government acts to avert fuel crisis
Government acts to avert fuel crisis
BANGKOK: The government has introduced a series of emergency measures to prevent domestic fuel shortages, including increasing oil reserves and suspending most exports, while assuring the public that national energy supplies remain secure.
House secretary-general hints quick first parliament convention
House secretary-general hints quick first parliament convention
BANGKOK: The lower chamber could convene quickly, as only a sufficient number of newly certified members of parliament (MPs) is required to begin the process, according to Sirote Paetphan, Secretary-General of the House of Representatives.
Mideast conflict a major roadblock for long-haul markets
Mideast conflict a major roadblock for long-haul markets
BANGKOK: As the conflict in the Middle East weighs on global travel prices and travellers’ pocketbooks, tourism operators project long-haul markets in 2026 will fall short of last year’s 10 million arrivals.
First Thai returnees expected to leave Mideast on Saturday
First Thai returnees expected to leave Mideast on Saturday
BANGKOK: The government will open registration today (Mar 5) for Thai nationals seeking to return from the war-torn Middle East, with the first group expected to depart on Saturday.
Fuel price rises start to bite
Fuel price rises start to bite
BANGKOK: Fears of a prolonged Middle East conflict disrupting global energy supplies are rippling across Thailand, triggering price anxieties, panic buying and warnings of logistical strain.
Thai women bag historic ASEAN futsal title
Thai women bag historic ASEAN futsal title
FUTSAL: Thailand celebrated a historic breakthrough on Monday (Mar 2) as they clinched their first-ever ASEAN Women’s Futsal Championship title, edging Australia 5-4 in a thrilling final at Terminal21 Hall in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Cambodia absence highlights fragile trust
Cambodia absence highlights fragile trust
BANGKOK: Cambodia’s absence from the Cobra Gold military drill this year signals a persistent lack of trust between Thailand and Cambodia, analysts say.
Thai massage industry set for overhaul
Thai massage industry set for overhaul
BANGKOK: The Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM) says it is working on a comprehensive upgrade of the country’s traditional Thai massage industry.
Thailand hunts for new fuel sources
Thailand hunts for new fuel sources
BANGKOK: Thailand is moving to secure alternative fuel supplies to offset the impact from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping lane for global oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) transport.
Party-list MPs set to be announced
Party-list MPs set to be announced
BANGKOK: The number of list MPs allocated to each party in the wake of the Feb 8 general election will be officially announced today (Mar 4), Election Commission chairman Narong Klanwarin said yesterday.
Thailand has a two-month oil reserve, says Energy Ministry
Thailand has a two-month oil reserve, says Energy Ministry
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Energy said on Sunday (Mar 1) that Thailand has a two-month oil reserve and it will search out alternative sources to ensure energy security if the Iran war escalates to other countries in the Mideast.
Thailand to witness total lunar eclipse on Makha Bucha Day
Thailand to witness total lunar eclipse on Makha Bucha Day
BANGKOK: People across Thailand will be able to witness a “blood moon” total lunar eclipse on Tuesday (Mar 3), which coincides with Makha Bucha Day, one of the most important Buddhist holy days.
Too much screen time ‘bad for kids’
Too much screen time ‘bad for kids’
BANGKOK: Excessive screen exposure is one of the leading causes of developmental delays among young children, according to a new report by the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC).
Stricter rules for online gold platforms
Stricter rules for online gold platforms
BANGKOK: The Bank of Thailand has introduced tighter controls for online gold trading platforms in a move to curb their impact on the baht, with the new rules set to take effect on Sunday (Mar 1).