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SRT backs 122.7-billion-baht southern double-track plan
SRT backs 122.7-billion-baht southern double-track plan
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026
The SRT’s revised budget is 18.25 billion baht above the previous framework, while the Hat Yai–Songkhla section will be deferred.Whispers of the Palace: Female-Female Relationships in Thai Royal History
Whispers of the Palace: Female-Female Relationships in Thai Royal History
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026
While modern conversations around LGBTQ+ rights often feel contemporary, same-sex affection has deep historical roots in Thai society.Bank of Thailand Launches First Major Restructuring in 27 Years
Bank of Thailand Launches First Major Restructuring in 27 Years
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026
Under Governor Vitai Ratanakorn, the Bank of Thailand launches three new divisions targeting non-banks, consumer protection, and digital payment systemsPhuket Rocker Nene Royal Sails Into AGT Live Shows
Phuket Rocker Nene Royal Sails Into AGT Live Shows
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026
Following viral renditions of The Cranberries and Muse, 16-year-old Thai prodigy Nene Royal reaches AGT’s live quarter-finals. Here is how to vote.AWC invests 2.9bn baht in new Plaza Athénée hotel on Chao Phraya
AWC invests 2.9bn baht in new Plaza Athénée hotel on Chao Phraya
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026
AWC will invest 2.9 billion baht in a 146-room Plaza Athénée hotel, expanding its 11-destination Riverside Journey along the Chao Phraya.Thailand moves to overhaul gun ownership system
Thailand moves to overhaul gun ownership system
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026
PM Anutin has ordered a new firearms law as the government weighs tighter licensing, gun surrender measures and a nationwide ownership reviewBashar al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia by Syrian court
Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia by Syrian court
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026
A Syrian court has sentenced former president Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for murder, torture, arbitrary detention and crimes against humanity.Thailand’s Digital GDP to Hit 5.7tn Baht as AI Exports Surge
Thailand’s Digital GDP to Hit 5.7tn Baht as AI Exports Surge
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026
Driven by global AI demand, Thailand’s digital economy is projected to reach 5.7 trillion baht in 2026, outpacing overall GDP growth by 2.2 timesTHAI Q2 profit falls as fuel costs surge; Bangkok Airways H1 profit rises
THAI Q2 profit falls as fuel costs surge; Bangkok Airways H1 profit rises
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026
Thai Airways posted Q2 net profit of 1.54bn baht as fuel costs surged, while Bangkok Airways’ first-half profit rose 16.3% to 2.43bn baht.