Charges Dropped: Boss Min and Boss Sam of The iCON Group, Both Famous Actors,...
National —
The Office of the Attorney General recently reviewed the case submitted by the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and ordered the indictment of The iCON Group Co., Ltd., represented by Warathaphon “Boss Paul”...
Equal Marriage Law: Thailand Ready for January 23rd Rollout Nationwide
National —
On January 3rd, 2025, Ms. Traisulee Traisoranakul, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Interior, announced preparations to implement the Equal Marriage Law, which takes effect nationwide on January 23rd, 2025.
Deputy Prime Minister and...
Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 Celebrates Thai Heritage in Style
National —
On January 1st, 2025, Iconsiam hosted the grand "Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025" at River Park, Iconsiam, Bangkok, marking Thailand’s most spectacular New Year celebration.
The highlight was a breathtaking eco-friendly fireworks display, crafted...
Thai Hotel Bookings Soar Nationwide Ahead of New Year Celebrations
National —
On December 27th, 2024, Mr. Thienprasit Chaiyapatranun, the president of the Thai Hotels Association, announced that advance hotel bookings have surged across Thailand, with many key tourist areas nearing full capacity through early...
Thai Nightlife Sector Sees Growth as Entertainment Tax Cut Extended Another Year
National —
On December 24th, 2024, Deputy Finance Minister Paopoom Rojanasakul announced that the Thai Cabinet had approved an extension of the reduced excise tax rate for entertainment venues, lowering it from 10% to 5%...
Thailands First Oscar Shortlist: How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Among Top 15
National —
On December 18th, 2024, GDH announced that ‘How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies’ made history as the first Thai film shortlisted for the 97th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film...
Gourmet Market Rolls Out AI-Powered Smart Carts at Leading Bangkok Malls
Bangkok —
Gourmet Market has launched the Gourmet Market Smart Cart, an innovative self-checkout shopping cart for enhanced convenience. It debuts on December 12th at Paragon, Emporium, and EmQuartier, Bangkok.
The Smart Cart, featuring a...
Google Unveils 2024 Year in Search Trends
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On December 11th, 2024, Google revealed its "Year in Search" report, showcasing the most popular global and local search trends. Globally, “Copa America” topped the charts, while “Donald Trump” was the most...
Thai Massage Industry Assures Safety Standards Amid Thai Massage Concerns
National —
On December 9th, 2024, Mrs. Nantawan Chutiphongwiwet, an advisor to the Lanna Thai Massage Entrepreneurs Association, addressed concerns following the death of a luk thung singer in Udon Thani.
The singer, Chayada Prao-hom,...
Thailand Launches Operation Rabbit Hunt to Identify And Arrest Illegal Adult Content Creators, Seven...
National —
Seven suspects, including several foreign nationals, were arrested in Thailand for producing and distributing explicit content online.
On December 9th, the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) ordered the Anti-Human Trafficking Division (AHTD) to apprehend seven...