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PM to meet tourism operators to discuss stimulus efforts
PM to meet tourism operators to discuss stimulus efforts
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is scheduled to meet tourism operators next week to prepare stimulus measures, while the Airlines Association of Thailand (AAT) urged the government to resume the paused scheme of free domestic flights for foreign tourists.
‘Giant-killing’ underdogs beat the odds and unite a nation
‘Giant-killing’ underdogs beat the odds and unite a nation
FOOTBALL: A seven-player student football team from the provinces broke the internet and made it to the final of the 7HD Champion Cup 2025 on Nov 8 at the Suphachalasai Stadium in Bangkok, drawing crowds of supporters cheering for the boys and their coach, who have captured Thais’ hearts in recent weeks.
Carabao Group set to produce Tsingtao beer
Carabao Group set to produce Tsingtao beer
BANGKOK: SET-listed Carabao Group Plc is preparing to produce Tsingtao beer as an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in Thailand.
Co-pay boon for food delivery giants
Co-pay boon for food delivery giants
BANGKOK: Grab reports receiving more than 1 million orders under the ‘Khon La Khrueng Plus’ (‘Half-Half Plus’) co-payment scheme, while Line Man Wongnai has recorded 2mn orders.
Thailand defeats Singapore in friendly match
Thailand defeats Singapore in friendly match
FOOTBALL: Thailand secured a 3-2 win over Singapore in a friendly football match at Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani province last night (Nov 13) in what was interim head coach Anthony Hudson’s first game in charge.
Policy board lifts afternoon ban on alcohol sales
Policy board lifts afternoon ban on alcohol sales
BANGKOK: The National Alcohol Policy Committee has agreed to scrap the long-standing ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages between 2pm and 5pm, citing the need to boost spending during festive seasons.
Opium seen as promising medicinal crop
Opium seen as promising medicinal crop
BANGKOK: Opium cultivation could become a viable option to enhance Thailand’s proficiency in plant-based medicine while also assisting local farmers, says Deputy Public Health Minister Worachot Sukhonkhachon.
Thailand revs up for high-octane race
Thailand revs up for high-octane race
MOTO GP: Thailand will once again take centre stage in the world of motorsport when it hosts the immensely popular PT Grand Prix of Thailand for the seventh consecutive year in February next year.
Phuket arrivals prove to be resilient
Phuket arrivals prove to be resilient
BANGKOK: A mix of Asian and European markets has helped Phuket outpace the rest of the country in terms of tourism recovery, with arrivals during the first 10 months up year-on-year, while hotels have maintained room rates and occupancy during the current high season.
Thailand to review stiff fines in new booze law
Thailand to review stiff fines in new booze law
BANGKOK: A Thai government committee overseeing alcohol policy will meet tomorrow (Nov 13) to review new rules that impose harsh fines for drinking during times when sales are prohibited, government spokesman Siripong Angkasakulkiat said yesterday.
Ministry seeks to attract EV battery recycling investments
Ministry seeks to attract EV battery recycling investments
BANGKOK: The Industry Ministry is calling for investment in electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling in order to deal with a surge in scrapped batteries, as well as to grow the EV battery production and supply chain.
Excessive rainfall filling up many dams nationwide
Excessive rainfall filling up many dams nationwide
BANGKOK: Many large dams and reservoirs across Thailand are currently close to or exceeding their full water storage capacities due to continuous rainfall, the Royal Irrigation Department (RID) announced yesterday (Nov 10).
Honda LPGA Thailand returns with US$1.8mn purse in 2026
Honda LPGA Thailand returns with US$1.8mn purse in 2026
GOLF: The 19th edition of the Honda LPGA Thailand next year will feature 72 top LPGA Tour players, competing for an increased total prize fund of US$1.8 million (approximately B66mn), up from US$1.7mn.
PM suspends Cambodia peace pact, captives’ release
PM suspends Cambodia peace pact, captives’ release
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul yesterday (Nov 10) suspended implementation of the Thai-Cambodian peace agreement and planned release of 18 captured Cambodian troops after four Thai soldiers were injured by a landmine while patrolling the border in Si Sa Ket province.
Phuket restaurants upbeat for high season
Phuket restaurants upbeat for high season
BANGKOK: Despite the decline in foreign arrivals during the first 10 months of this year, including Chinese tourists dipping by one-third, the Phuket-Andaman Restaurant Club is optimistic about the upcoming high season.
Thai prodigy Fifa leads the nation’s charge in golf event
Thai prodigy Fifa leads the nation’s charge in golf event
GOLF: Rising star Pongsapak “Fifa” Laopakdee is among seven national golfers who will compete at the upcoming Southeast Asian (SEA) Games after the Thailand Golf Association (TGA) announced its list of players for the biennial tournament on Friday (Nov 7).
Thousands visit palace to pay tribute
Thousands visit palace to pay tribute
BANGKOK: More than 10,000 people were expected to visit the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall at the Grand Palace to pay their respects to the body of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother yesterday (Nov 9), the first day that the public was welcomed in, says Metropolitan Police Bureau commissioner Pol Lt Gen Siam Boonsom.
Anutin urges PP to delay censure
Anutin urges PP to delay censure
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's latest statement, widely seen as an appeal to the People’s Party (PP) for political leniency, has drawn mixed reactions and intensified debate over the future of his minority government.
BoI joins forces with SET in push to spur listings
BoI joins forces with SET in push to spur listings
BANGKOK: Thailand's investment promotion policy is entering a new phase as the Board of Investment (BoI) intensifies efforts to support the country's transition towards a “smart and sustainable economy”, says secretary-general Narit Therdsteerasukdi.
Foreigners continue exodus from Thai stock exchange
Foreigners continue exodus from Thai stock exchange
BANGKOK: Despite two consecutive months of stock market gains, foreign investors continued to offload Thai equities with a net selling position of more than B100 billion for the first 10 months of 2025 amid persistent global and domestic headwinds, says the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET).