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Ex-People’s Party MP gets prison term for forged conscription exemption
Ex-People’s Party MP gets prison term for forged conscription exemption
BANGKOK: Former People’s Party MP Jirat Thongsuwan was sentenced to two years in prison by the Criminal Court yesterday (Dec 16), with no suspension, for using a forged official document exempting him from military service.
Thaksin’s nephew is Pheu Thai’s prime candidate for PM
Thaksin’s nephew is Pheu Thai’s prime candidate for PM
BANGKOK: Thaksin Shinawatra’s nephew will top the Pheu Thai Party’s list of candidates for the prime ministership as the party fights to return to power at the coming general election.
Queen powers SEA Games sailing push
Queen powers SEA Games sailing push
SEA GAMES: Her Majesty the Queen Suthida has once again demonstrated her growing stature as one of Thailand’s most accomplished sportswomen, playing a pivotal role in steering the national keelboat team to an early advantage in the SSL47 event at the SEA Games.
General election set for Feb 8
General election set for Feb 8
BANGKOK: The Election Commission (EC) has officially set the next general election on Feb 8, following the Royal Decree dissolving the House of Representatives that took effect last week.
Ratchanok bags SEA Games badminton gold
Ratchanok bags SEA Games badminton gold
SEA GAMES: Veteran Thai badminton star Ratchanok Intanon finally captured the one title missing from her glittering career yesterday (Dec 14) - the SEA Games women’s singles gold.
Prescription scheme wins insurers’ nod
Prescription scheme wins insurers’ nod
BANGKOK: The Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) and the insurance industry have officially endorsed the government’s ‘Sukkai Sabai Krabao’ (Healthy Body, Comfortable Wallet) initiative, which allows patients treated at private hospitals to use their prescriptions at participating outside pharmacies.
Thai airports tighten passenger screening, watch for foreign mercenaries
Thai airports tighten passenger screening, watch for foreign mercenaries
BANGKOK: Thai airports have been ordered to strictly screen all Cambodian nationals entering Thailand under the visa-free scheme and to also tighten checks against foreign mercenaries entering the country, amid the escalating conflict at the border.
Cambodia continues attacks on Thailand as curfew expanded
Cambodia continues attacks on Thailand as curfew expanded
BANGKOK: Cambodia has continued its attacks along the Thai border, prompting Thailand to retaliate and extend curfews in affected provinces, according to the Thai Ministry of Defence.
Industrial sector faces premature contraction
Industrial sector faces premature contraction
BANGKOK: Thailand’s industrial sector has entered a contraction phase earlier than expected, pressured by intensifying global competition and the country’s declining competitiveness.
ONE Championship releases 2026 schedule, targets more than 70 live events
ONE Championship releases 2026 schedule, targets more than 70 live events
MMA: ONE Championship has announced plans to host more than 70 events in 2026, marking one of the most ambitious annual schedules in the promotion’s history.
Thailand’s medal march continues at pace
Thailand’s medal march continues at pace
SEA GAMES: Thailand’s medal-churning machine showed no sign of slowing on the final day of taekwondo competition at the 33rd SEA Games, with the Kingdom’s fighters adding three more golds to an already formidable haul yesterday (Dec 13).
Anutin repeats ‘no ceasefire’ position
Anutin repeats ‘no ceasefire’ position
BANGKOK: Thailand has not reached a ceasefire agreement with Cambodia and the Thai military will continue fighting on the disputed border, caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul reiterated last night (Dec 13).
Thai taekwondo stars smash gold target
Thai taekwondo stars smash gold target
SEA GAMES: Taekwondo had entered the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games with a bold promise of delivering at least five gold medals. By Thursday evening (Dec 11), the Thai squad had not only met that target but surged past it, collecting three more titles to lift their tally to six - with one full day of competition still to come.
Early dissolution seen rattling bourse
Early dissolution seen rattling bourse
BANGKOK: Analysts said that while Thai and foreign investors expected an early dissolution of parliament, Thursday's announcement by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul adds a short-term negative sentiment towards the stock market as it creates uncertainty in regard to policy continuity.
Sprint ace Puripol sets track ablaze
Sprint ace Puripol sets track ablaze
SEA GAMES: Thai sprint ace Puripol Boonson dipped under the 10-second mark twice in a single day to claim the coveted men’s 100 metres title at the SEA Games yesterday (Dec 11), his blistering pace mirroring the speed at which Thailand’s athletes continue to pile up gold medals.
Royal Gazette publishes royal decree dissolving House
Royal Gazette publishes royal decree dissolving House
BANGKOK: The Royal Gazette has published a royal decree announcing the dissolution of the House of Representatives, paving the way for a general election within 45-60 days.
New European routes boost tourism prospects: TAT
New European routes boost tourism prospects: TAT
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has hailed its airline-focused tourism promotion plan, following Norse Atlantic Airways' introduction of five additional routes from Europe to Bangkok and Phuket.
Thailand steps up strikes on Cambodian drone bases
Thailand steps up strikes on Cambodian drone bases
BANGKOK: Thai military personnel have been coming under heavy attack from Cambodian drones, prompting Thailand to step up efforts to destroy drone launch sites, many of which are located at casino buildings just across the border.
Night restaurants call for fair zoning
Night restaurants call for fair zoning
BANGKOK: The Night Restaurant Business Trade Association has urged the government to establish clear and fair zoning regulations for entertainment venues, after recently taking the first step towards rescinding the regulation that prevents alcohol sales in the afternoon.
Young taekwando star wins Thailand’s first gold at SEA Games
Young taekwando star wins Thailand’s first gold at SEA Games
SEA GAMES: Taekwando athlete Watcharakul “Nano” Limjittakorn won Thailand’s first gold medal at the 33rd SEA Games with a victory in the Women’s Individual Freestyle Poomsae event yesterday (Dec 10).