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Which country is known as the Land of Smiles?

Thailand is globally recognised as the “Land of Smiles” because of the warm and welcoming nature of its people, where smiles often express far more than simple happiness. In Thai culture, smiling is closely linked with politeness, respect, and social harmony, and this cultural trait has played a major role…

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Edible Packaging, Fermented Innovations and Next-Gen Foods Take Center Stage at THAIFEX - Anuga Asia 2026

BANGKOK, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As food and beverage manufacturers race to capture emerging consumer trends, 10 standout innovations are already gaining commercial traction across protein innovation, fermentation technology, and sustainable packaging. All will debut at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026, signalling where the global F&B industry is heading…

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Thailand ends 60-day visa-free stay

The cabinet on Tuesday decided to end the 60-day visa-free programme for foreign visitors to Thailand, with the timeline for enforcement still being worked out.

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Talented Irish filmmaker, girlfriend die in Thailand road crash

A highly talented young Irish filmmaker and his Czech girlfriend have died in a motorcycle crash in Thailand, eliciting an outpouring of tributes from Ireland's film community.

Bangkok Post

Mpox still a concern in Thailand, mainly among men

Mpox continues to be a public health concern in Thailand, especially among men with close contact or sexual intercourse with strangers, the Department of Disease Control warned on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post

Thailand closer to missing out on watching World Cup

The government is showing signs of throwing in the towel on bringing World Cup football matches to Thai TV screens, after the private sector and sponsors showed no interest in helping fund the cost.

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Thailand has a password problem

Thailand's cybersecurity authority has warned that weak and reused passwords remain one of the biggest gateways to modern cyber-attacks, with leaked login credentials increasingly being exploited to gain access to mobile banking accounts, corporate systems and users' broader digital identities.

Bangkok Post

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Bangchak launches Thailand’s first commercial SAF production

Bangchak Group has launched Thailand’s first commercial production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from the country’s first 100% HEFA-SPK SAF Stand Alone production unit at Bangchak Phra Khanong Refinery. The milestone marks an important step in Thailand’s transition toward future energy, supporting Net Zero ambitions while responding to growing demand…

Bangkok Post

Thailand addresses US supply concerns

Team Thailand, led by the Ministry of Commerce, has assured the United States that Thailand's supply chains do not use forced labour and firmly rejected allegations of excess production capacity.

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High season visitors set to be strong despite current downturn

Thai tourism operators are looking beyond the sluggish low season and expect healthy bookings, particularly from European tourists, when the high season returns in the final quarter.

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Golf and dive expo in Bangkok over this weekend

The latest trends and innovations for premium tourism are presented during Thailand Golf & Dive Expo Plus Outdoor Fest 2026, which will take place at Hall 5-6 of Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Ratchadaphisek Road, daily from 11am to 8pm starting this Thursday to Sunday.

Bangkok Post

A toll we keep paying

To all appearances, Saturday's fatal collision between a freight train and a public bus was human error. The driver of the freight train lacked a rail transport licence, and a urine test showed narcotic traces in his system. The driver of the bus was charged with violating the traffic law…

Bangkok Post

Will Myanmar's Asean gambit work?

Unlike the other Asean members, Thailand must directly shoulder whatever fallout emerges from Myanmar's domestic developments. Bangkok has already endured and adapted to the new situation with its western neighbour. It has not been easy, as Thailand's own internal situation has not been entirely stable.

Bangkok Post

Giant Dinosaur Skeleton Found In Thailand, The Nagatitan, May Be The Largest Dinosaur Of The Region

A local man in Thailand found strange looking rocks. He called a team to study them, and as it turns out, they were dinosaur bones. After years of research, this discovery was announced the largest ever sauropod in Southeast Asia. The full story is in the article.

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'Last titan' of Thailand discovered, and it's the longest-necked dinosaur on record from Southeast Asia

A newfound species of long-necked dinosaur from Thailand lived up to 120 million years ago, and it's the largest known of its kind from Southeast Asia.

MarketBeat

Valeura Energy Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Valeura Energy (TSE:VLE) executives told shareholders at the company’s 2026 annual general meeting that the Thailand-focused producer is benefiting from higher oil prices, a growing reserve base and ongoing development work, while continuing to evaluate acquisitions and future capital returns. Pres

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Chinese man banned from Thailand after alleged airport incident

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At least eight dead, 32 injured in Thailand after freight train hits bus

A freight train collided with a bus stopped at a red light in Bangkok, killing at least eight people and injuring 32. The crash ignited a fire that engulfed the bus and nearby vehicles. Witness accounts indicate the bus was unable to move due to traffic, leading to the tragic…

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Chinese tourist banned from Thailand for life after damaging $15,000 airport gate

Man also charged with hurling abuses at officers on duty

The Times of India

Video: 8 killed, over 20 injured as freight train crashes into bus in Bangkok

At least eight people were killed and more than 20 injured after a freight train collided with a public bus at a railway crossing in Thailand’s capital Bangkok on Saturday, AP reported.

International Business Times UK

Heir to $55M Singha Beer Empire Accused of Sexual Abuse by Younger Brother: Who is Sunit 'Pi' Scott?

Sunit Scott, heir to the Singha beer fortune, has been accused of sexual abuse by his younger brother in a public Facebook video, sparking a major family dispute in Thailand.

The Economic Times

Thailand Open 2026: PV Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya storm into quarterfinals

Three seeded Indian entries, including Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty (1), PV Sindhu (6), and Lakshya Sen (7), advanced to the quarterfinals of the Thailand Open on Thursday.

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Helen Goh’s recipe for Thai mango and coconut sticky rice

Bring a taste of Thailand into your home with sweet, creamy, sticky coconut rice served with fragrant mango

The Economic Times

India's rice export rates stagnant as market faces slow demand

Thailand's rates are climbing as millers hold back supply amid stronger domestic interest. Meanwhile, Bangladesh faces soaring prices and potential supply disruptions from heavy rains.

The Conversation

Thailand and Cambodia are bickering over their borders again. Can diplomacy prevent a return to war?

Last year, Thailand and Cambodia fought two brief conflicts over their 800-kilometre-long land border that killed dozens of people and forced a half million people to flee their homes.

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