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08/11/2025

On November 8, 2025, Sorawong Thienthong, a member of the Pheu Thai Party, shared a post on his page featuring photos and a message that read:

“Solving problems, creating opportunities, enhancing happiness — from Thailand’s 31st Prime Minister and former Pheu Thai Party leader, Paetongtarn Shinawatra.”

Sorawong Thienthong shares photo of Paetongtarn Shinawatra signing book on her term as PM and Pheu Thai leader

He also included hashtags #พรรคเพื่อไทย #สรวงศ์เทียนทอง.

The post featured photos of Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thailand’s 31st prime minister and former Pheu Thai Party leader, signing copies of a red-covered book titled “Solving Problems, Creating Opportunities, Enhancing Happiness.” The book showcases her leadership milestones, field visits, and initiatives during her term as both prime minister and party leader.

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08/11/2025

Thailand’s new alcohol control law has come into force, but business operators warn that the absence of secondary legislation may disrupt trade and hurt tourism.

The new Alcohol Control Act officially came into force on November 8, sparking concern among business operators and the private sector over the lack of accompanying secondary legislation, which they warn could create legal uncertainty and directly affect business operations.

Prapawee Hemathas, Secretary-General of the Craft Beer Trade Association, said the most pressing issue was the missing sub-regulation on advertising and publicity, which plays a key role in modern marketing. The new law allows for publicity but not advertising, two terms that are similar in concept but vastly different in legal interpretation.

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08/11/2025

Despite a slight rise in Thailand’s consumer confidence index in 2025, Thai households remain in “cautious spending mode”, reflecting persistent economic uncertainty and high living costs, according to the ASEAN Consumer Sentiment Study (ACSS) by UOB Bank in collaboration with the Boston Consulting Group (BCG).

The survey found that 39% of Thai consumers are confident in the country’s economic outlook, up 4% from the previous year. However, most respondents continue to spend conservatively, prioritising quality of life, health, and education over immediate consumption.

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08/11/2025

Labour Minister Trinuch Thienthong unveils five new training programmes for over 11,000 workers to develop digital, AI, and automation skills in support of EEC investment.

The Ministry of Labour has launched a major initiative to upskill and reskill Thai workers, equipping them with the digital and technological skills needed to meet the demands of future industries and the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC).

Labour Minister Trinuch Thienthong has directed the Department of Skill Development to provide training in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and modern automotive systems, with five new courses designed for more than 11,000 participants nationwide.

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08/11/2025

The National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) reported steady progress in developing Thailand’s 10 designated special border economic zones, with combined private and industrial investment now reaching 54.82 billion baht since the initiative began in 2015.

The 10 targeted provinces include Tak, Sa Kaeo, Mukdahan, Trat, Songkhla, Nong Khai, Nakhon Phanom, Kanchanaburi, Narathiwat, and Chiang Rai.

Of the total investment, 92 BOI-promoted projects worth 26.47 billion baht have already been implemented from 132 approved projects worth 31.02 billion baht, covering industries such as garments, plastics, animal feed, automotive parts, machinery, construction materials, hospitals, and medical gloves.

Private-sector projects on state-owned land in Trat, Kanchanaburi, and Nakhon Phanom accounted for 5.1 billion baht, while industrial estate investments in Sa Kaeo and Songkhla totalled 5.73 billion baht (including both IEAT and private capital).

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08/11/2025

Defence Minister Gen Nattaphon Narkphanit visits Thai-Cambodian border in Si Sa Ket to encourage frontline troops and review security operations amid ongoing cross-border cooperation.

Defence Minister General Nattaphon Narkphanit on Saturday visited the Thai-Cambodian border in Kantharalak district, Si Sa Ket province, to inspect operations and express support for soldiers stationed along the frontier.

The Minister met with personnel at key Suranaree Task Force bases, including Phu Makua, Phlan Yao, and Pom P**n, to review security measures and uplift troop morale. During his visit, he spoke with soldiers about local developments, shared a meal with them, and distributed essential supplies to support their ongoing duties.

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08/11/2025

On November 8, 2025, Unsit Sampuntharat, Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Interior, announced that Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has launched a major policy initiative, “Mahadthai Do It Now: Action 5”, instructing all ministry departments and local administrations nationwide to act swiftly and continuously on five priority missions designed to improve citizens’ quality of life and address urgent national issues.

Action 1: Achieve Economic Prosperity

Reduce household expenses and increase income through measures such as utility bill relief for low-usage households, promoting community solar projects, developing OTOP products, boosting community tourism, supporting the Let’s Go Halves Plus scheme, and expediting land surveys and title deeds across the country.

Action 2: Resolve the Thailand–Cambodia Border Dispute (Rear Line Protection Dimension)

Strengthen peace and security in border areas by integrating operations among all agencies to maintain public order, ensure fair and timely compensation for affected residents, and enhance local authorities’ capacity to maintain safety. The ministry will also prioritise accurate and prompt communication with the public in border communities.

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08/11/2025

The report “TREND 2026: Maze of Echoes,” released by the Creative Economy Agency (CEA) and TCDC, predicts that the year 2026 will lead to a world full of complexity and chaos, where people will seek more connections and prioritize their private lives in unexpected ways. Amid global political conflicts, environmental problems, and wars, young people still believe that artificial intelligence (AI) could provide new ways of thinking to solve these challenges.

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08/11/2025

Chainat Provincial Administrative Organization (PAO) defeated Monthongwitaya School 2–1 in the final of the 7HD Football Championship 2025, held at Supachalasai National Stadium.

Before kickoff, the stadium’s 20,000-seat capacity was exceeded as football fans flooded in to witness the school-level seven-a-side final.

After a tense 50-minute match (excluding stoppage time), Chainat PAO narrowly edged past Monthongwitaya to secure their first-ever 7HD championship title.

In the third-place playoff, Assumption Sriracha defeated Hua Hin Witthayakhom with a commanding 5–2 victory.

As champions, Chainat PAO received a 200,000-baht prize, plus an additional 1 million baht bonus pledged by Anucha Nakasai, who rallied contributions from supporters and fellow Chainat residents to reward the team’s historic win.

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08/11/2025

From a lockdown experiment to a billion-yuan entertainment phenomenon, China’s “vertical dramas”, ultra-short, fast-paced series filmed for smartphones, are now shaking up Hollywood and streaming platforms worldwide.
Known in Chinese as duanju (短剧), these bite-sized dramas run just one or two minutes per episode and are designed for vertical viewing, similar to TikTok.
Their appeal lies in the rapid storytelling and instant emotional payoff, delivering laughter, tears, and cliffhangers within seconds.
Plotlines range from melodramatic tales of “evil stepmothers” and “billionaire romances” to fantasy or revenge stories, each crafted to give viewers a dopamine rush and keep them binge-watching episode after episode.
According to the China Netcasting Services Association, more than 660 million people in China watched vertical dramas by late 2024, generating over 50.4 billion yuan (around 200 billion baht), surpassing the country’s total annual box-office revenue.
By 2025, the phenomenon had gone global. Apps like ReelShort, DramaBox, and GoodShort have gained popularity across Asia and the United States, now the second-largest market after China.
With Hollywood producers and platforms such as Netflix watching closely, China’s vertical dramas are redefining global storytelling, proving that in the digital age, shorter can indeed mean stronger.

08/11/2025

East Asia is becoming the world’s most active and intense typhoon hotspot as rising sea temperatures in the western Pacific provide more fuel for powerful storms, climate experts warn.
Warmer ocean waters are increasing atmospheric moisture, accelerating the formation of tropical cyclones and driving a phenomenon known as “rapid intensification”, where storms strengthen dramatically in a short time. This trend has made typhoons in the region not only more frequent but also more destructive.
Scientists say the western Pacific, stretching from the Philippines and Taiwan to Japan and Guam, is now the planet’s most prolific typhoon-producing region. Many storms are forming closer to shore, reducing warning times and raising the risks to coastal populations and infrastructure.
Recent damage across Asia highlights the scale of the threat. The Philippines, for instance, has already faced 20 typhoons this year, including Typhoon Kalmaegi, which caused severe damage to infrastructure.

Experts caution that if global temperatures continue to rise, East Asia could see even stronger and more unpredictable storms in the coming decades, cementing its position as the world’s leading climate danger zone.

08/11/2025

Nestled by the banks of the Chao Phraya River in the heart of Bangkok, Pak Khlong Talad stands as Thailand’s largest wholesale flower market and the fourth largest in the world.
Known for its vibrant blooms, fresh produce, and bustling atmosphere, it has become an essential destination for locals and tourists alike.
Whether you’re in search of the perfect bouquet, curious about the local culture, or simply looking for an Instagram-worthy shot, Pak Khlong Talad offers something for everyone.
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