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Finance Ministry pushes outbound levy
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 06:18:00 +0700
The Finance Ministry is moving ahead with the proposed 1,000-baht levy on all outbound passengers with the aim of increasing government revenue.
Rice exporters wary of US jasmine
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:21:00 +0700
It is too early to assess the potential impact of jasmine rice cultivation in the United States on Thai rice exports to the US, a member of the Thai Rice Exporters Association said.
Energy consulting heats up amid rising power costs
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:16:00 +0700
Thailand's energy consulting and solutions market is becoming increasingly competitive as rising electricity costs and growing interest in clean energy drive demand for renewable power systems among households and businesses.
Regulator to allow crypto ETF trading
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:11:00 +0700
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has introduced rules allowing cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (crypto ETFs) to be established and traded in Thailand, expanding investment options while strengthening investor protection.
Travel agents association attacks outbound tax proposal
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:49:00 +0700
More tourism-related businesses have slammed the proposed 1,000-baht outbound tax, which could be raised to a maximum of 5,000 baht, saying it would have a huge impact on the fragile tourism industry and exacerbate the unfair value-added tax (VAT) burden on outbound tourism operators despite their costs being incurred outside Thailand.
Ekniti pushes AI for all
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:26:00 +0700
Better jobs, stronger skills and broader access to the benefits of AI are Thailand's key priorities as the technology transforms work and business, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas said.
Thailand has become 'the sick man of Asia': Korn
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:20:00 +0700
Democrat Party deputy leader Korn Chatikavanij warned that Thailand risks falling into an economic trap, saying the country has gone from being an economic success story to the "sick man of Asia".
IMF urges review of tax policies amid AI growth
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:15:00 +0700
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged governments worldwide to reconsider their tax policies as the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) threatens to disrupt employment.
Productivity gains from AI could help offset Asia's ageing population problem
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:19:00 +0700
Artificial intelligence could help offset Asia's shrinking workforce as some countries' populations age, provided its adoption is scaled evenly across the region instead of deepening existing disparities, the International Monetary Fund said on Monday.
Call for adventure tourism accountability after 2 tourists injured
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:58:00 +0700
PHETCHABUN - Phetchabun authorities face calls to review adventure tourism safety rules and compliance after two foreigners were injured in a fall from a cliff while abseiling over the weekend.
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Your daily horoscope for Oct 13
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:04:00 +0700
The day of the week you were born on can reveal a lot... Read on.
Grounded launches at Scarlette Theatre
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 01:01:00 +0700
Scarlette Theatre presents Grounded, featuring a single actor on stage, at T. Nam Charoen Playhouse, every Friday to Sunday from Oct 17 to Nov 1.
Always Lalisa superstar doc screening in Thai cinemas now
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 01:01:00 +0700
The documentary film Always Lalisa follows Thai superstar and Blackpink singer Lisa for a year as she pursues her solo career during a break from the group. After premiering at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival in September, the documentary is now showing in Thai cinemas nationwide until Oct 18.
The mane event
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 01:01:00 +0700
Fashion month has always had a funny way of making us reconsider things we thought we knew. A bun is no longer just a bun. Crimped hair might not have to hide solely as a layer. Somewhere between New York and Paris this month, models' manes have stopped behaving entirely.
Entries open for 'Hackathon Thailand'
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 01:01:00 +0700
Developers, students, startups and technology builders in Thailand have until Oct 23 to apply for the "Regional Codex Hackathon Thailand", which will take place at Shopee Office, 25th floor of Singha Complex, Phetchaburi Road, on Nov 21 from 8.30am to 9pm.
The darkest sunrise
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 01:01:00 +0700
For some, 6.29am on Oct 7, 2023, began like any other day. For many in Israel, it marked the end of their lives and the start of an annual remembrance for those whose lives had ended and changed forever.
Arkadia-Life brings the 911 into your living room for US$30,000
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:28:00 +0700
The latest launch from Chinese design brand Arkadia-Life, the P01 Classic Sofa, compresses a long-hood Porsche 911 into a single-seater sofa for motor enthusiasts looking to bring the look of the iconic sports care into their living room.
The Weeknd concertgoers in Bangkok stunned by suspected faeces
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:04:00 +0700
A suspected defecation during a concert by international artist The Weeknd in Bangkok has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with attendees reportedly discovering the waste on the stadium floor.
Jim Thompson goes 'Wild' in Bill Bensley collab
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:28:00 +0700
Jim Thompson has joined creative forces with architect, interior designer, artist and landscape architect Bill Bensley to launch Wild, an exclusive collection inspired by the wildlife and stories of the rainforests in Southeast Asia.
Bangkok Bar Show returns
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:18:00 +0700
Bangkok Bar Show returns on Oct 24–25 at Anantara Siam Bangkok, bringing together the bar and beverage community for two days of spirits, cocktails, education and hospitality in the heart of Bangkok.
