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CP Axtra joins forces with Ayala on mall strategy

CP Axtra Plc, the operator of wholesale and retail stores Makro and Lotus's, plans to strengthen Makro's mall development and asset management in Thailand under a memorandum of cooperation signed with Ayala Corporation, one of the Philippines' largest conglomerates.

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Looksmaxxer Androgenic Fights Flight Attendant And Gets Kicked Off Plane Shortly After Getting Plastic Surgery

A heavily bandaged and swollen-faced Ronan Androgenic was kicked off a flight from Thailand to Australia after getting cosmetic surgery.

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Improved Supply Outlook Undercuts Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is down -0.19 (-1.34%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is down -2.80 (-0.65%). Sugar prices added to this week's losses today, with NY sugar falling to a 1-month low and London sugar falling to a 5-week low. Prices...

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DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE: Bangladeshi buffalo 'Donald Trump' pardoned – a brief history of animal sacrifices

We live in the era of viral animals, from Larry the Cat, the permanent fixture at 10 Downing Street, to Moo Deng, the cute pygmy hippo in Thailand, and Punch, the lonely monkey whose inability to make friends made the world go aww. Donald Trump the buffalo might be the…

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"We went there to have a whale of a time – a sex holiday, really. But it got out of hand": Billy Idol on the Thailand vacation that ended with a visit from the army

In 1989, Billy Idol desperately need a break from his troubles in Los Angeles, but things went from bad, to worse, and then to much, much worse

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Wat Pho marks Vesak Day with Sri Lanka, Nepal

The embassies of Sri Lanka and Nepal in Thailand, in collaboration with Wat Pho, also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, jointly hosted celebrations on Thursday for International Vesak Day 2026, marking the global observance recognised by Unesco and the United Nations.

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Minister vows to press ahead with AI-for-all scheme

Digital Economy and Society Minister Chaichanok Chidchob is defending the government’s TH-AI Passport initiative, insisting the 1.6-billion-baht project is a transparent and cost-effective investment aimed at preventing Thailand from falling behind in the global artificial intelligence race.

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Thailand and Vietnam deepen strategic ties

Thailand and Vietnam have agreed to elevate their bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership as the two countries mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties, while signing four cooperation agreements on the economy, technology, education and the aviation industry.

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Thai court acquits a progressive political leader on charges of royal defamation

A Thai court has acquitted the leader of the Progressive Movement, of defaming the king and violating online laws

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New movies out this week: May 28-June 3

10 new releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.

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Digital Identity Co. Modernizes Thailand Immigration Bureau Services with AWS

BANGKOK, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Amazon Web Services (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN), today announced that the Thailand Immigration Management System (THIM), the country's first web and mobile application for national immigration management, is built on AWS. Developed by Digital Identity Co., Ltd in partnership with the…

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Patong Stay & Dine Package at Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort

PHUKET, Thailand, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Just steps from the energy of Patong and directly opposite Patong Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort invites travelers to experience a stay that blends beachside relaxation with the vibrant atmosphere of Phuket's most popular destination. From shopping malls and local…

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The financial networks behind Mekong trade

As Thailand accelerates its ambitions to become a regional logistics, manufacturing and clean energy hub, a quieter transformation is unfolding beneath the surface of Southeast Asia’s financial system.

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Thai factory output remains weak

Factory output in Thailand remains weak, with ⁠the manufacturing production index in April falling 0.36% from ‌a year earlier, the Ministry of Industry said on Thursday.

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Cambodia unrest to dent OR earnings in 2026

PTT Oil and Retail Business Plc (OR), Thailand's largest oil trader by volume, expects a minor impact to its financial performance this year after shuttering parts of its oil and non-oil operations in Cambodia amid ongoing border tensions.

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Mercedes-Benz sees record year for BEVs

Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) expects demand for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) to continue rising as global energy prices climb and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East create uncertainty.

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Suntory PepsiCo Thailand Boosts Resilience Amid Shifting Consumer Trends

In today’s increasingly dynamic and uncertain environment, Thailand’s beverage industry continues to evolve as consumer lifestyles shift and expectations around health and sustainability increase.

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Clicx unveils next-generation banking vision

Clicx Bank, Thailand's first virtual bank licence holder, is scheduled to launch its mobile application on June 19, aiming to tap underserved customers.

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Analysts pinpoint winners in new stimulus scheme

Analysts are highlighting retail and consumer stocks as the major beneficiaries of Thailand's latest consumer stimulus programme called "Thai Chuay Thai Plus", which is expected to provide short-term support for domestic consumption to stabilise the economy.

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Somkid calls for overhaul of investment incentives

The Board of Investment (BoI) is being advised to revise its criteria for granting incentives for foreign direct investment (FDI), basing them on the level of contribution to the economy.

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Tourism authorities plan shake-up of short-haul markets

Amid intense competition among Asian countries to attract the Chinese market, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is rolling out its "NEXT" marketing strategies for fiscal 2027 to reduce dependence on certain short-haul markets.

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Phuket steps up Ebola virus fight

Authorities in Phuket have stepped up proactive disease control measures to prevent the spread of the Ebola virus, while confirming no infections have been detected in the country so far.

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Maritime talks with Cambodia fail

No agreement was reached during bilateral talks with Cambodia, says Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow, following Bangkok's decision to cancel the 2001 memorandum of understanding (MoU 44) on overlapping maritime claims.

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UTN Party opposes jet fuel exports

The United Thai Nation Party (UTN) opposes the government's plan to export Jet A-1 aviation fuel to Vietnam and the Philippines, arguing the policy mainly benefits oil refineries while undermining Thailand's tourism sector and energy security.

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Thaifex opens with focus on innovation

Thaifex-Anuga Asia 2026 launched on Wednesday as Thailand shifts its tagline from "Kitchen of the World" to the "Future Food Hub of the World".

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