May 19, 2025

Sports Photographers Association Brings New Sports Field to Ban Somkok School

Bueng Kan: The Sports Photographers Association of Thailand has brought joy to Ban Somkok School in Seka District by donating a newly constructed multi-purpose sports field along with necessary sports equipment. The official presentation ceremony was attended by key representatives from both the association and the school community, making it a significant event for the region. According to Thai News

Bangkok Set to Launch Elevated Bridge Project to Alleviate Traffic Congestion

Bangkok: Pongkawin Juangroongruangkit, an advisor to the Minister of Transport, has announced the forthcoming launch of the ‘Elevated Bridge’ project in Bangkok and its surrounding areas, aimed at addressing severe traffic congestion and reducing travel time for residents. According to Thai News Agency, the announcement follows orders from Suriya Juangroongruangkit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, who has tasked

Creditors Convene for First Meeting in Stark Corporation Bankruptcy Case

Bangkok: The Department of Enforcement held the inaugural meeting of creditors concerning the Stark Corporation case on September 27, 2025. The creditors have submitted a total of 3,395 debt payment requests, amounting to over 131 billion baht. According to Thai News Agency, the Thai Investors Association (TIA) disclosed that the Department of Enforcement had arranged this meeting to address the

Australian Passenger Arrested for Methamphetamine Export Attempt at Suvarnabhumi Airport

Suvarnabhumi Airport: Suvarnabhumi Airport, in collaboration with the Special Operations Center for Drug Prevention and Suppression in Airports and Warehouses, the Customs Department, and relevant agencies, announced the results of a joint operation that led to the arrest of an Australian passenger. The individual attempted to export methamphetamine, commonly known as ice, valued over 6.6 million baht. According to Thai

Central Pattana Unveils ‘Green Growth’ Initiative with Electric Food Trucks

Bangkok: Central Pattana Public Company Limited announced the establishment of ‘Central Pattana Green Growth’ to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in a tangible way, and to join forces with all sectors to build on the success of the ‘Better Futures Projects’ project in Year 4, highlighting the activity ‘Electric Food Trucks in an Eco-Friendly Style’, adjusting the concept to reduce carbon

Energy Regulatory Commission Eases Licensing Process for Electricity Businesses

Bangkok: The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has recently streamlined the registration process for energy businesses that are exempt from needing an electricity business license. This move aims to simplify, expedite, and enhance convenience for business operators involved in either their own energy business or electricity distribution. According to Thai News Agency, the ERC has resolved to cancel the previous announcement

MGM Resorts Engages in Talks with Chulaphan for Major Investment in Bangkok Entertainment Complex

Bangkok: MGM Resorts International, a prominent investor in entertainment complexes from the United States, is in active discussions with Mr. Chulaphan Amornvivat, Thailand’s Deputy Minister of Finance, regarding a significant investment in an entertainment complex in Bangkok. The proposed venture would require an investment running into hundreds of billions of baht, with the process necessitating adherence to stringent Thai laws.

Researchers Propose Taxation and Data Management for E-Cigarette Regulation

Bangkok: The Department of Economics, Faculty of Economics, Kasetsart University, has released the results of an economic research study on ‘e-cigarettes’, proposing that the government review measures prohibiting imports and sales, and use tax tools and user databases as the main control mechanisms instead of a complete ban. According to Thai News Agency, Assoc. Prof. Unkang Sae Lim, a lecturer