World Cup 2026 sparks global marketing race as brands chase football fans
TUESDAY, JUNE 09, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has triggered an early marketing battle, with global brands rolling out campaigns across food, beverages, electronics and sportswear as Thai retailers wait for clarity on broadcast rights before launching major promotions.
Bangkok downpour floods Phahon Yothin near Kasetsart BTS, TMD warns of more rain
TUESDAY, JUNE 09, 2026
Heavy rain battered Bangkok on Tuesday afternoon, flooding Phahon Yothin Road near Kasetsart University BTS station and causing severe traffic congestion, as the Thai Meteorological Department warned of continued rain across the capital and nearby provinces.
'Policy Discontinuity Is the Deepest Wound': Democrat MP Warns of Thailand's Education Vicious Cycle
TUESDAY, JUNE 09, 2026
Democrat Party politician Dr Karndee Leopairote cautions that degree inflation, social fragmentation, and demographic pressure will trap Thailand in a cycle of unemployment and inequality
'An iPhone-Era Curriculum in an AI World': MP Parit Calls for Total Overhaul of Thai Education
TUESDAY, JUNE 09, 2026
People's Party lawmaker Parit Wacharasindhu warns Thailand faces economic decline and deepening inequality unless it radically reforms its education system within a decade
BOT adds Bangkok financial institution holiday for IMF meetings
TUESDAY, JUNE 09, 2026
The Bank of Thailand adds a special holiday for Bangkok financial institutions on Friday (October 16, 2026), and asks non-public-facing units to work from home.