TMD warns of 4-metre waves, heavy rain as monsoon strengthens
WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2026
The Thai Meteorological Department has warned of strong wind-waves in the Andaman Sea and upper Gulf, with heavy to very heavy rain expected in parts of the Central region, the East and the South’s west coast from July 11-14.
Dugong calf’s death sounds alarm over Thailand’s marine rescue efforts
WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2026
A male dugong calf rescued after stranding at Laem Son beach in Ranong has died despite 24-hour veterinary care, prompting officials to order a detailed necropsy and review rare marine animal rescue plans.
Thailand Approves $1.99 Billion in New Investment, Led by AI and Advanced Electronics
WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2026
Thailand has approved nine major investment projects worth a combined USD 1.99 billion (66.3 billion baht) in high-value sectors, including artificial intelligence (AI), advanced electronics, aviation, clean energy, and food as global manufacturers reposition their supply chains across Southeast Asia.
TRUE chairman dismisses disputed share filing as ‘inaccurate news’
WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2026
TRUE chairman Suphachai Chearavanont has dismissed a questioned shareholding report as “inaccurate news”, while the SEC investigates a 246-2 filing that appeared to show Supaporn Pimpong holding more than 7% of TRUE.