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New electricity rates put off until review

Authorities have postponed a plan to impose higher electricity rates on large households with heavy consumption, citing the need to revise how power bills are calculated, says Energy Minister Akanat Promphan.

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Thai virtual banks expected to lose money in early years

Brokerage KKPS says growth constrained by regulatory framework focusing on risk management

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England beat Croatia 4-2 as Kane scores twice

ARLINGTON, Texas: ⁠England ⁠got their World Cup campaign off to a winning start as they beat Croatia ‌4-2 on Wednesday thanks to two goals from captain Harry Kane and one apiece from Jude Bellingham and substitute Marcus Rashford.

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Thailand seeks candidate to lead WHO

The Ministry of Public Health has opened applications for qualified candidates seeking to represent Thailand in the race for the next director-general of the World Health Organization (WHO).

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MPs face backlash over pensions, perks

Thai Pakdee Party leader and party-list MP Warong Dechgitvigrom on Wednesday criticised a parliamentary committee's proposal to retain lifetime pension benefits for former lawmakers and maintain the number of MP assistants at eight.

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Low-cost loans to aid farm modernisation

The Board of the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) has approved a 30-billion-baht subsidised loan programme to help farmers transition from traditional agriculture to precision and sustainable farming practices.

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Navy says it opposed sea border structure

The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) has denied allegations circulating on social media that it failed to act against the construction of a sediment-retention structure in disputed maritime areas along the Thai-Cambodian border.

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Residents push for bold city action

Diverse community representatives have expressed their hopes for the incoming Bangkok governor, urging decisive action to address long-standing urban challenges.

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Phiphat loses key EEC post

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has assumed direct oversight of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), replacing his deputy Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn.

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Thailand holds edge in sea spat: senator

Thailand holds a strong advantage over Cambodia in the maritime dispute process under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (Unclos), says Senator Nophadol In-na.

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Portugal held to 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their World Cup opener

HOUSTON: ⁠Portugal ⁠and their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo were left frustrated after being ‌held to a 1-1 draw by Group K rivals Democratic Republic of Congo in their World Cup clash in ⁠a sodden Houston on Wednesday.

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Proud expands pipeline with B3bn land push

SET-listed developer Proud Real Estate plans to invest 2.5-3 billion baht in new land acquisitions, buoyed by revenue expected from a luxury condominium project worth 4.15 billion baht, which achieved a 90% sales rate and was completed last month.

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Seventh day merit-making ceremony held for princess

The government held a seventh-day (Sattamavara) merit-making ceremony on Wednesday to dedicate merit to Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati following her passing.

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Kids skip class for water conservation

Nakhon Nayok: Young students are gaining valuable lessons in water conservation and environmental awareness through school-based activities and camps.

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'River > Birth' ponders reality of life and nature

10 10 Art Space presents "River > Birth", an immersive installation that extends from the "Re > Birth" series by Thirasak Tanapatanakul, until July 24.

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Bangkok Book District returns to Phra Nakhon

The historic heart of Phra Nakhon is set to transform once again into a bustling, open-air celebration of literature as the Bangkok Book District festival returns on July 25 and 26.

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Exim Bank launches B10bn SME loan programme

The Export-Import (Exim) Bank of Thailand has launched a 10-billion-baht "Mee Sup Mee Thun" lending programme to strengthen liquidity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) affected by economic conditions and rising energy costs.

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MI Group flags media sovereignty risks

Media Intelligence (MI) Group has called for Thailand to urgently develop a national media transition plan, warning the issue no longer only concerns digital TV broadcasting survival, but also the structure of the country's media and information systems.

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Poy-Sian sees growth in inhaler market

Thailand's inhaler market remains resilient, driven by a growing number of consumers using inhalers daily as the products evolve from a healthcare item to a lifestyle focus, according to Gold Mints Products Co Ltd, a manufacturer and distributor of the Poy-Sian inhaler brand.

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Bundit Padungvichean stages first show in 15 years at Tang Contemporary Art

Tang Contemporary Art presents "A Lifetime Between Realities", a landmark solo exhibition by Bundit Padungvichean, a distinguished artist, educator and respected figure in the development of modern Thai art, until July 19.

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Time to clean up panels

Growing criticism of parliamentary committees, a key oversight mechanism in a democratic system, should be a cause for concern.

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China-North Korea meet is about balance

The lavish welcome China's Xi Jinping received on his recent visit to North Korea stylistically underscored a deep and comradely relationship between the two communist regimes. Mr Xi's trip to Pyongyang, his first in seven years to the secluded socialist state, was nonetheless more about reviving and rebalancing ties with…

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Government presses ahead with fraught AI plan

The determination of rookie politician Chaichanok Chidchob, Minister of Digital Economy and Society (DES), to push ahead with the TH-AI Passport scheme by granting premium AI access to five million Thais with a budget of 1.6 billion baht has backfired, turning the initiative into a new political flashpoint for the…

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Trump says Iran accord to be signed 'shortly', 'maybe' Thursday or Friday

EVIAN (FRANCE) - US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he expected the accord with Iran ending the Middle East war to be signed "shortly" but cast uncertainty over the exact date.

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Rights group seeks bail for sick activist

A rights group has called on a House committee to support bail for detained political activist Ekachai Hongkangwan, citing serious health concerns and fears his case could mirror past controversial deaths in custody linked to inadequate medical treatment.

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