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Thailand's healthcare sector faces mounting financial challenges as medical inflation continues to surge, placing a heavier burden on patients and forcing hospitals to adapt their strategies, according to Vimut Holding Hospital Co, a subsidiary of real estate developer Pruksa Holding.

Bangkok Post

The Restaurant War returns to find Thailand's top street chef

The Restaurant War -- one of Netflix's most popular local cooking showdowns -- has returned to the streaming platform for a third season.

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Chadchart romps home at City Hall

Chadchart Sittipunt cruises to a clear victory in the Bangkok city election on Sunday, likely to earn a second term as governor of Thailand's capital and largest metropolis.

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Australian man charged with murder in Thailand after teenage girl’s body found in suitcase

Simon Peter Carman, 45, has denied the charges against him

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Hong Kong beautician pleads guilty to luring 2 women into Myanmar scam factory through Thailand

A Hong Kong beautician has admitted tricking two women into forced labour and confinement in Southeast Asia by offering them free flights and accommodation and promising a lucrative reward for transporting 48 million baht more than a year ago.

Bangkok Post

Australian charged with murder over Thai teen's death

An Australian man is in custody in Thailand after allegedly killing a teenage girl whose body was later found in a discarded suitcase.

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Kingdom targets slice of $4tn commercial boom

Thailand is eyeing growth in the "global pink economy" as speakers at a forum highlight rising market value, changing consumer behaviour and new investment opportunities.

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Funding roadmap for energy projects gets nod

The Finance Ministry has approved a funding framework for Thailand's energy transition projects, which aim to cut fossil fuel use, promote electric vehicles (EVs) and upskill workers.

Bangkok Post

Kids get 'too much screentime'

From toddlers watching cartoons on tablets to teenagers scrolling through social media, screens have become an integral part of childhood in Thailand, raising questions about how a generation growing up with them will develop, learn and interact with the world.

Bangkok Post

Welsh teenagers arrested in Thailand as police probe reason for their trip

South Wales Police said it has ‘limited information’ on the arrests.

Evening Standard

Thai authorities warn of unsafe ‘squishies’ amid toy craze

As Thailand embraces the craze for “squishies” — soft toys squeezed for satisfaction — consumer protection authorities have warned against some unbranded products that may contain chemical residues exceeding safety standards.

Bangkok Post

Thailand shaken after 17-year-old girl's body found in suitcase; Australian arrested

An Australian man has been arrested in Thailand after the body of a 17-year-old Thai girl was discovered stuffed inside a suitcase and dumped near a railway line in Pattaya, in a case that has shocked both countries.

The Times of India

Australian man arrested in Thailand after 17-year-old’s body found in suitcase

The 45-year-old was stopped at about 9.30pm on Friday while preparing to board a Jetstar flight to Perth, according to police and local media

The Guardian - AU

Digital platform to speed up Thai cannabis exports

Thailand will allow cannabis exporters to report their details digitally to improve business flow, as the country has recorded cumulative exports of the controlled herb worth more than 2.5 billion baht.

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Increased rainfall forecast through next week

Thailand is forecast to experience increased rainfall from Sunday through Friday, the Meteorological Department said on Saturday morning.

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New electronic transactions law essential

The Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) is drafting a new electronic transactions law to replace the 2001 edition, aiming to strengthen trust in these interactions, facilitate their use, and improve the confidence of participants.

Bangkok Post

BoT vows to continue with stablecoin plan

The Bank of Thailand is moving forward with plans to introduce a baht-pegged stablecoin as part of a push to support digital finance and innovation, says governor Vitai Ratanakorn.

Bangkok Post

The language of rope

In a dimly lit room, a rigger binds a model with knots and ties. Blindfolded and suspended in mid-air, the body is a language of its own. A tapestry of signs -- breathing, facial expressions and intricate patterns -- is a medium of communication.

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Shares dip as Apple price hikes hit tech sentiment

RECAP: Asian shares pulled ‌back on Friday after a stellar quarter, as hefty price hikes by Apple revealed the downside of booming chip demand and depressed tech shares, while the threat of Japanese intervention kept the yen from hitting 40-year lows.

Bangkok Post

Thaksin’s finally free, but now what?

The royal pardon granted to former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra on the occasion of Her Majesty the Queen’s birthday has formally closed a chapter in one of Thailand’s most contentious political sagas.

Bangkok Post

Minerals push shapes agenda

Thailand is exploring the possibility of importing rare earth minerals from Kazakhstan to strengthen its electric vehicle (EV) industry.

Bangkok Post

From second chances to lasting change

Piak* had never received a single visit. His parents were migrant rubber tappers who had relocated to a remote plantation so deep that there was no mobile signal and it was so far that travel was simply beyond their means. Their son, Piak, a teenager in a juvenile rehabilitation centre,…

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Guru's Weekly Buzz: June 26-July 2

Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.

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Exam scandal raises questions about trust

The recent arrest of individuals accused of manipulating local government recruitment exams, resulting in damages exceeding 4.5 billion baht, has sent shockwaves throughout Thailand.

Bangkok Post

Infrastructure fund to help finance rail buyback plan

The 200 billion baht the government plans to use to buy back the concessions of all electric train lines in Greater Bangkok is expected to come from two sources: the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand and fundraising through an infrastructure fund.

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