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Thailand sets out death benefits following marriage equality law
Thailand sets out death benefits following marriage equality law
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, 2026
Spouses of all genders with legally registered marriages may receive death allowances, funeral expenses and old-age lump-sum benefits under Social Security Office rules.Chao Phraya boat services change for royal barge rehearsals
Chao Phraya boat services change for royal barge rehearsals
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, 2026
Chao Phraya river boat services will change on August 17, 20 and 27, with some routes suspended from noon for Royal Barge Procession rehearsals.Two Indonesian quakes kill at least 47 with tremors reaching Thailand
Two Indonesian quakes kill at least 47 with tremors reaching Thailand
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, 2026
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake off eastern Indonesia killed at least 47 people, while a separate magnitude 6.8 earthquake in Northern Sumatra was felt across six southern Thai provinces.Tracing Thailand’s 34 years of VAT cuts through 23 royal decrees
Tracing Thailand’s 34 years of VAT cuts through 23 royal decrees
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, 2026
The Cabinet extends the 7% rate until September 2027, while economic agencies seek clearer revenue measures to protect Thailand’s fiscal stability.Doi Suthep-Pui temporarily closes Mae Sa Waterfall after flash flood
Doi Suthep-Pui temporarily closes Mae Sa Waterfall after flash flood
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, 2026
Minor injuries were reported, but all visitors are safe, as the national parks director-general has issued advance flood warnings and ordered tighter 24-hour monitoring nationwide.Beyond painkillers: image-guided radiofrequency ablation for chronic back and neck pain
Beyond painkillers: image-guided radiofrequency ablation for chronic back and neck pain
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026
A Growing Shift in Pain Medicine: Needle-Only, Image-Guided Procedures Such as Radiofrequency Ablation and Facet Joint Injection Target the Nerves Behind Persistent Spine Pain — Without Open SurgeryJapan mulling measures against Putin's visit to disputed island
Japan mulling measures against Putin's visit to disputed island
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026
Japan considers potential measures regarding a planned visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin to the disputed Northern Territories islands.PM Takaichi omits "remorse" from Japan war anniversary address
PM Takaichi omits "remorse" from Japan war anniversary address
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi avoided the word "remorse" in her WWII memorial speech, reflecting considerations for conservative allies.Takaichi honours Yasukuni Shrine from afar on war anniversary
Takaichi honours Yasukuni Shrine from afar on war anniversary
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi did not visit Yasukuni Shrine on August 15 for WWII's 81st anniversary, but worshipped from afar instead.Thailand issues heavy rain and flash flood warnings through August 21
Thailand issues heavy rain and flash flood warnings through August 21
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026
Authorities warn of flash floods, landslides and low-lying flooding from August 15-21, with more than 200mm of rain forecast in parts of Tak.