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A series of grisly murders has reignited one of the country's most enduring and divisive public debates: whether the death penalty remains necessary to protect society or whether the justice system should instead focus on improving law enforcement, rehabilitation and post-release supervision.

Bangkok Post

Thailand rejects UN envoy's report on Cambodia

Thailand has expressed deep disappointment with a recent United Nations report on Cambodia that criticised Thailand, saying it exceeded its mandate and lacked balance.

Bangkok Post

'Mom, don't call me': Inside Thailand's deadly school shooting

Thailand faced a devastating assault when a 14-year-old student killed nine individuals in the nation's deadliest mass shooting since 2022. The nightmare commenced at dawn with the attack on the shooter's grandparents. Following this, he entered a school, opening fire indiscriminately at teachers and officials. Amid the chaos, students cowered…

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Thai PM promises stricter gun laws after teen on rampage kills 8 people

Seven injured in the school shooting reported in critical condition as Thailand contemplates harsher gun laws

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What the data is really saying

Should 10,000 complaints over errors on the national health app Mor Prom, and an embarrassing leak of vehicle registration data — one that let loose information on the prime minister himself — be simply brushed off as technological hiccups?

Bangkok Post

Regional airport upgrade plan taking off

The government is betting on regional airports to drive Thailand's next wave of tourism and investment growth, with upgrades to facilities, flight routes and technology aimed at transforming them into economic gateways.

Bangkok Post

Harnessing the power of big data

The cabinet passed a resolution on July 27 acknowledging a draft of efforts to drive data utilisation or the National Big Data Strategic Plan 2025-27, aiming to turn Thailand into a "data-driven nation".

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War Elephants on brink of last four

Thailand need only a draw to confirm their place in the semi-finals of the Asean Hyundai Cup 2026 as they take on Myanmar in the last match of Group B at Rajamangala National Stadium on Saturday night.

Bangkok Post

Tax breaks to lure carmakers

The Finance Ministry plans to introduce tax incentives by September to encourage foreign carmakers to establish production facilities in Thailand and increase the use of locally made components.

Bangkok Post

Massive flight cuts hit Thai regional status

Thailand's regional ranking for airline seats fell to No.3 for the second consecutive month due to massive flight cuts, with Vietnam claiming No.2 as demand grows.

Bangkok Post

SET executives upbeat on renewed investor confidence

Thailand's stock market is regaining momentum as foreign investors return, supported by stronger capital inflows, improving economic fundamentals and new investment themes, according to the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET).

Bangkok Post

Asian bourses steady as investors weigh data

Asian stocks posted mixed trade at the end of the week, as tech shares in South Korea advanced even as investors weighed a cooling, AI-fuelled semiconductor rally, rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions, and upcoming US jobs data.

Bangkok Post

Slimming down the state

The government is attempting what many administrations before it have promised but ultimately failed to achieve: shrinking the country's sprawling bureaucracy.

Bangkok Post

Thai diplomacy at a crossroads

Thailand's foreign policy is running amok in questionable directions inconsistent with its longstanding and crafty geostrategic balancing. From signing a joint statement to appease Beijing on its "reunification" with Taiwan and criticising a United Nations special rapporteur on his assessment of the Thai-Cambodian border situation, the Anutin Charnvirakul-led government has…

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Slowly, yet surely

In 2024, Tharinee Ratanasatien and Nawarat Welployngam joined an artist residency programme in the UK. Unlike their counterparts in Thailand, the creative professionals had access to structural support.

The Independent UK

Bulletin world briefing: Boy kills his grandparents and schoolteachers in Thailand shooting

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Thailand School Shooting Leaves at Least Eight Dead as Student Gunman Dies by Suicide

A Thailand school shooting left at least eight dead after a 14-year-old allegedly used his grandfather's handgun. Investigators now face urgent questions over gun access and school safety.

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Thailand school shooting: eight killed including suspected attacker, police say

Teenager killed his grandparents ⁠before opening fire at school near Bangkok, where more than 30 were wounded

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Central Retail to acquire MaxValu Thailand

Central Retail Corporation Plc (CRC) has agreed to acquire AEON (Thailand) Co Ltd, the operator of 30 MaxValu supermarkets in Thailand, in a move aimed at strengthening its food retail business and expanding the footprint of its Tops supermarket chain.

The Economic Times

UN experts raise alarm over China's extradition bid for exiled journalist in Thailand

UN experts express concern over Bai Zhaodong's detention in Thailand. They warn his extradition to China risks persecution and torture violations. Thai authorities are urged to uphold non-refoulement principles for asylum seekers. New Thai deportation regulations may increase risks for refugees and defenders. Robust human rights safeguards are essential for…

Latin Times

Teen Gunman Kills Eight, Then Himself, in Rampage at Bangkok-Area School

A 14-year-old allegedly killed his grandparents at home, then opened fire at his Bangkok-area school, leaving eight dead before taking his own life.

The Independent UK

British mother who smuggled £512,000 of Thai cannabis posted about ‘grass’ before arrest

Amy Jayne Durban, 45, was arrested at Heathrow Airport on 6 July

The Independent UK

Terrified Thai school students take cover in classroom during shooting

Students in Thailand took cover in a classroom as a pupil opened fire at a school outside Bangkok on Friday (August 7), eyewitness footage shows.

The Independent UK

Thailand shooting: Boy, 14, kills his own grandparents and schoolteachers

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Thailand school shooting: teen suspect killed at least seven people and injured more than 30, officials say – as it happened

Suspect appeared to have planned deadly attack, Thailand’s PM says as he vows to introduce new gun laws

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