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PM orders faster mine clearance
Read more: PM orders faster mine clearancePrime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has instructed the Ministry of Defence to speed up landmine clearance along the Thai–Cambodian border, reaffirming Thailand’s commitment to international humanitarian obligations.
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Law officials closing loopholes in Thaksin cases
Read more: Law officials closing loopholes in Thaksin casesJustice and revenue officials are tightening up on law enforcement in apparent response to imprisonment and taxation decisions in cases involving former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.
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Mother’s Day stories: personal bonds across generations
Read more: Mother’s Day stories: personal bonds across generationsPeople of diverse ages and backgrounds share heartfelt memories and wishes for their mothers. From culinary moments to life lessons, each highlights a unique bond with their mother, expressing hopes for her well-being and lasting connection. Aug 12 is Mother’s Day in Thailand, coinciding with the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother.…
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Thailand denies plan to seize temple
Read more: Thailand denies plan to seize templeThe Royal Thai Army has denied an allegation made by Cambodia that Thailand was preparing military action to seize the Ta Kwai temple, which lies on the disputed border between the two countries.
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China defends censorship of Bangkok art show
Read more: China defends censorship of Bangkok art showBEIJING – China on Monday accused organisers of an art exhibition in Bangkok of distorting its policies on Tibet, Xinjiang and Hong Kong after the show’s co-curator said artworks were removed or altered at Beijing’s request.
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Student upset over exam score assaults teacher
Read more: Student upset over exam score assaults teacherA teacher in Uthai Thani is preparing to file an assault complaint against a Grade 11 student who punched her in the face because he did not receive a perfect score on a midterm exam, according to local reports.
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Thai army: Cambodia insincere about peace, still planting mines
Read more: Thai army: Cambodia insincere about peace, still planting minesThe Thai army will continue to detain 18 captured Cambodian soldiers as long as Phnom Penh continues to break the agreed-on bilateral ceasefire and to use landmines, spokesman Maj Gen Winthai Suvaree said on Monday.
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Thailand promises better tourist safety after Malaysian pair torched
Read more: Thailand promises better tourist safety after Malaysian pair torchedThe Tourism and Sports Ministry has promised improved safety measures in areas popular with tourists after two Malaysians were set on fire in a random attack by an unemployed man in downtown Bangkok.
