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Chiang Rai Times

Chiang Rai Governor Empowers Youth to Fight Climate Change

Chiang Rai Province has launched the 'Huai Paeng Dam Laonong Jianghai Sustainable Forest Conservation' project, empowering local youth to combat climate change impacts like floods and droughts. Through practical training, young participants will learn forest conservation and build check dams, fostering community-driven sustainable development.

MGR Online (Regional)

Sisaket Seizes Record 2.64 Million Methamphetamine Pills

Sisaket province in northeastern Thailand has seen the seizure of over 2.64 million methamphetamine pills, the largest haul in its history. The large quantity of drugs, hidden in a rice field, was discovered thanks to a tip-off from an informant.

Chiang Rai Times

放課後銃乱射、9人死亡 タイ、銃規制を再考へ

ホーム - ニュース - タイ、銃規制を再考へ 放課後銃乱射事件で9人死亡 バンコク – タイで起きた恐ろしい学校銃乱射事件は、全国民に衝撃と深い悲しみをもたらした。 残忍な攻撃により9人が悲劇的に死亡し、15人が重傷を負った。

Thailand Business News

Myanmar Junta Chief Visits Thailand, Seeking International Legitimacy

Myanmar's military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, made his first official visit to Thailand since the 2021 coup, a move seen as an effort to break international isolation and gain legitimacy. Thailand's welcoming reception signaled a strategy to re-engage with Myanmar's government within ASEAN.

Bangkok Post

Over 3,400 face job loss in Thai civil service exam fraud

More than 3,400 candidates for Thai civil service jobs face job loss after widespread score manipulation was uncovered in an examination. The Interior Ministry has approved a new list of successful candidates to restore fairness.

Bangkok Post

Egg prices hit 2-year high in Thailand amid heat and feed costs

Egg prices in Thailand have surged to a two-year high of 4 baht per egg, primarily due to reduced supply caused by hot weather and rising animal feed costs. Prices are anticipated to ease in October with improved climatic conditions.

Bangkok Post

Govt Weighs Second Phase of 'Thais Help Thais Plus' Scheme

The Thai government is considering the second phase of the 'Thais Help Thais Plus' co-payment scheme, aimed at boosting economic growth, trade, and livelihoods. Fiscal position and potential changes to the subsidy ratio are key considerations.

Bangkok Post

Thailand to Offer Tax Breaks to Boost Car Manufacturing

Thailand's Finance Ministry plans to introduce tax incentives by September to encourage foreign automakers to establish production bases and source local components, aiming to boost economic growth and technology transfer.

Bangkok Post

LPG Subsidy Hike Strains State Fuel Fund

Thailand's government has increased subsidies for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to maintain domestic cooking gas prices, placing a growing financial strain on the state Oil Fuel Fund. The move aims to prevent price hikes on essential goods, but the fund's deficit has reached 71.8 billion baht.

Bangkok Post

Thailand's Regional Airline Seat Ranking Dips to Third

Thailand's regional airline seat capacity has fallen for the second consecutive month, dropping to third place as Vietnam claims the second spot due to growing demand and development. The domestic aviation sector is impacted by rising fuel prices.

Chiang Rai Times

Flash Floods Disrupt Chiang Rai-Teng Road Traffic After Heavy Rainfall

Heavy rainfall on the evening of August 7, 2024, caused flash floods in the Mueang district of Chiang Rai, Thailand, leading to significant traffic disruptions on the vital Chiang Rai-Teng Road. Residents and drivers encountered sudden challenges as water levels rapidly increased.

MGR Online (Regional)

Thai Teens Arrested for Burying Drugs for 50 Baht

In Kanchanaburi province, Thailand, 13 and 14-year-old minors were arrested for being hired to bury drugs, receiving 50 baht per job. Approximately 4,400 methamphetamine pills were found at the scene.

MGR Online (Business)

Aeon Decides to Sell MaxValu Amid Accumulated Losses of 657 Million Baht

Japanese retailer Aeon is reportedly considering selling its MaxValu supermarket chain in Thailand, primarily due to accumulated losses reaching 657 million baht. Intensifying competition and shifting consumer preferences in Thailand's retail market are believed to be contributing factors.