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New rice scheme eyes premium tag
The government has unveiled a "New Rice Economy" initiative aimed at elevating Thai rice to the premium segment in the global market.

Next budget framework set at B3.78tn
The government has set the budget framework for the 2027 fiscal year at 3.78 trillion baht, said Prime Minister's Office Minister Paradorn Prissanananthakul.

Police transfers face scrutiny
Allegations that senior officers in Royal Thai Police (RTP) Region 8 solicited bribes in exchange for appointments and transfers have prompted an urgent investigation.

Early boundary marker work nears completion
Thailand and Cambodia will complete the installation of temporary boundary markers in the disputed areas in Sa Kaeo by next month, says Defence Minister Gen Nattaphon Narkphanit.

Probe sought into opposition MP's bike
Political activist Ruangkrai Leekitwattana has urged authorities to investigate whether People's Party (PP) MP Rukchanok Srinork failed to declare the source of assets used in her election campaign -- specifically a bicycle.

PM 'can still dissolve House'
The prime minister retains full power to dissolve the House despite a no-confidence motion being filed, as there are steps to be followed before the motion can take effect, Deputy Prime Minister Borwornsak Uwanno said.

BJT party unveils 3 PM picks
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, in his capacity as Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) leader, on Wednesday unveiled the party's three prime ministerial candidates, saying that if a party meeting can be convened on Sunday, the nominations will be submitted immediately in line with its internal timetable.

Tasanapol secures ART deal to fuel F2 dream
Thai rising star driver Tasanapol Inthraphuvasak will compete in Formula 2 next season after signing with French team ART Grand Prix.

FAT vows to end eight-year gold drought
The Football Association of Thailand (FAT) has promised to deliver the most coveted gold medal of the 2025 Southeast Asian Games when the Kingdom hosts the biennial multisport tournament next month.

Trump vows to end Sudan 'atrocities,' in sudden pivot
WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump vowed Wednesday to end Sudan's grinding civil war at the request of Saudi Arabia's crown prince, condemning "tremendous atrocities" in a conflict he has previously overlooked.