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Northern Thailand expands durian cultivation

Durian cultivation in Thailand's lower northern region is thriving in 2025, with six provinces—Uttaradit, Sukhothai, Phrae, Phitsanulok, Tak, and Nan, reporting notable increases in both cultivation area and output. As of June, Uttaradit leads...

Dealer caught out after trying to get cannabis from Thailand posted to Essex

A drug dealer in Essex tried to have a huge haul of cannabis posted to him from Thailand. It's among thousands of illicit packages bound for Essex that have been intercepted as part of a special police operation. An investigation found Taelor...

The Evolution of an Icon: Anantara Siam Bangkok Begins a New Era with a Landmark Transformation

Anantara Siam Bangkok, the original Grand Dame of Thai luxury hospitality, is set to embark on a transformative new chapter as the hotel undertakes on a comprehensive USD $50 million enhancement journey. More than a renovation of bricks and...

Thailand parliament starts debates on sensitive political amnesty bills

BANGKOK (Reuters) -Thailand's parliament met on Wednesday to begin deliberations on draft bills seeking amnesty for thousands of people charged with crimes relating to mass demonstrations and rallies over the two decades of political turmoil. Five...

Moo Deng turns one: Thailand's viral baby hippo gets a birthday bash fit for a star

It was a special day at Thailand’s Khao Kheow Open Zoo as Moo Deng, the country’s most beloved pygmy hippo and social media sensation, celebrated her first birthday.The tiny hippo, whose name translates to “bouncing pig” in Thai, marked the...

Thailand’s stock investor confidence turns bearish in June

BANGKOK, July 9 — Thailand's stock investor confidence worsened in June due to domestic political uncertainty, international conflicts, and fund outflows, a survey showed on Tuesday, reported Xinhua. The investor confidence index, which predicts...

After another leader is brought low, Thailand’s voters need a real choice

IN THEORY it was a phone call that landed Thailand’s prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, in trouble. Last month someone leaked a recording of her speaking to Hun Sen of Cambodia about a border dispute. Critics said she sounded subservient and...

BYD celebrates delivery of 90,000th NEV for Thailand

Shanghai (Gasgoo)- BYD recently celebrated two major milestones at its Rayong plant in Thailand: the delivery of its 90,000th new energy vehicle (NEV) in the country and the first anniversary of the plant's operation, according to a press release...

Moo Deng fans worldwide travel to Thailand to celebrate the hippo's 1st birthday

People around the world are travelling to Thailand to celebrate the first birthday of baby pygmy hippopotamus Moo Deng. Moo Deng went viral in 2024, gaining a legion of online fans when her zookeeper Atthapon Nundee posted videos of her, showing...

Trump's 36% Tariff on Cambodia, Thailand Are Bad News for Apple and Nintendo

Thursday, July 10, 2025 In reviving his trade war, President Trump plans to impose a hefty 36% tariff on imports from Cambodia and Thailand, which threatens to ensnare products from Apple and Nintendo. The president's latest announcement comes...

Thailand Week Makes Its Exciting Debut Indoors at The Spring Shopping Mall, Kuching

Thailand Week Makes Its Exciting Debut Indoors at The Spring Shopping Mall, Kuching Published on: Wednesday, July 09, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 09, 2025 Text Size: Dark Mode: Off KUCHING: Thailand Week is set to make its first-ever appearance in...

Crowds Flock To Thailand Zoo For Baby Hippo Moo Deng's First Birthday

CHONBURI, Thailand (AP) — Thousands of excited fans flocked to a Thai zoo on Thursday to celebrate the first birthday of Moo Deng, the adorable baby pygmy hippo that has become a social media sensation. The Khao Kheow Open Zoo was overrun with Moo...

IM Concio dominates first Bangkok summer international chessfest

FILIPINO International Master (IM) Michael Concio, Jr. swept all his nine games to run away with the premier standard title in the 1st Bangkok Summer International Chess Open in Thailand on Wednesday. The 19-year-old from Dasmariñas, Cavite...

Tomorrowland Coming to Asia with First Festival in Shanghai, Followed by Thailand

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The globally renowned Tomorrowland music festival from Belgium is set to make its first-ever appearance in Asia. Although the full artist lineup is yet to be announced, organizers confirm that several world-famous DJs will...

Thailand–South Sudan relations expected to grow despite limited diplomatic engagement

Bilateral trade and economic cooperation According to the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, bilateral trade between Thailand and South Sudan was valued at US$20.75 million in 2018. Thailand exported goods worth $20.74 million while importing goods...

Thailand still has opportunity in US tariff talks, Paetongtarn says

When asked about Thailand's next steps, Paetongtarn stated that the details of this matter should be addressed by Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira, who had discussed the letter. She emphasised that the entire negotiation process must be...

Mumbai Crime: Airport Customs Bust ₹28.21 Crore Hydroponic Weed Racket Smuggled From Bangkok; 7 Arrested Including Ghatkopar Couple

Seven arrested by Mumbai Airport Customs for smuggling hydroponic weed worth ₹28.21 crore from Bangkok | Representational Image Mumbai: The Mumbai Airport Customs in five separate cases have arrested seven persons, including a couple for allegedly...

Thailand Drops Casino Legalization Plans After PM Suspended

AFP – Thailand’s cabinet on 8 July dropped a bill to legalize casino gambling, a flagship project of the faltering ruling party, which last week saw its prime minister suspended from office. The so-called “entertainment complex” bill was a key...

Suni Lee Posts Stuns in Gold Bikini on Vacation in Thailand

Published July 10, 2025 7:14 AM PDT Suni Lee has a thing for the color gold -- not only is her trophy case stocked with it, the Team USA gymnast can also make it look really good with her bikini choices on vacation!! The 22-year-old Olympian...