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Japan clarifies AI legal limits and plans expert panel to draft rules
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026
New guidance says some business legal tasks would, in principle, not constitute unauthorised legal practice when AI is not designed for disputes and safeguards prevent misuse.
Jiji Press
Japan seeks about 1.2 trillion yen in budget to widen strategic ties
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026
The fiscal 2027 request covers security assistance, maritime charts, cybersecurity, Japanese business expansion overseas and intelligence work.
Jiji Press
Isolated downpours persist in northern and west-central Thailand
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026
Although rainfall is easing across Thailand, accumulated rainfall may cause flash floods, while waves in the upper Andaman Sea exceed 3 metres in areas with thunderstorms.
The Nation Editorial Team
Nan flood extent surpasses 2,793 hectares across three districts
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026
Radar images from Sentinel-1 satellites show floodwater spreading along the Nan and Nam Sa rivers, affecting Wiang Sa, Mueang Nan and Phu Phiang districts.
The Nation Editorial Team
Clean-up begins in Pua after floods leave 3,800 tonnes of waste
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026
Flooding in Pua district, Nan, has subsided, leaving an estimated 3,800 tonnes of waste as the PCD targets a 10-day clean-up and monitors pollution risks.
The Nation Editorial Team
Met Office warns powerful El Niño could make 2027 hottest year
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026
A potentially record-breaking El Niño is strengthening in the Pacific and could intensify droughts, floods and global heat, making 2027 the hottest year yet.
The Nation Editorial Team
Nigeria boat capsize kills at least 50, mostly children, in Sokoto state
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026
At least 50 people, many of them children aged 10–15, died after an overloaded boat carrying rice farmers and labourers capsized in Sokoto state
The Nation Editorial Team
Thailand and New Zealand deepen cooperation across three sectors
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026
Nine Thai companies joined New Zealand counterparts in Auckland to explore investment in food, clean energy and advanced technology.
The Nation Editorial Team
RAKSAPHAN Unveils Its First Masterpiece Collection
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026
Elevating the Timeless Elegance of ‘Lai Nam Lai Weaving’ into an Exclusive Limited-Edition Art Collection, Celebrating Local Heritage with Global Sophistication.
Thailand sweep Australia to open AVC volleyball title defence
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026
Defending champions Thailand beat Australia 25-15, 25-15, 25-18 in their Pool B opener, with Sasipapron Janthawisut scoring a match-high 19 points.
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