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Thu, 10 Nov 2022 14:56:00 +0700
Investors expect crypto turmoil to get worse
Cryptocurrency markets endured heavy losses on Thursday, with bitcoin near a two-year low as investors fretted about the fallout from the implosion of FTX, the world’s second-largest crypto exchange.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 06:02:00 +0700
Call for stimulus as slowdown looms
The Thai economy, which is struggling to recover from the impact of the pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war, likely faces a new slowdown as a global recession is expected next year, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:56:00 +0700
Dignitaries get 24-hour security
Police are more than ready to ensure the safety of leaders from the 21 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) countries and economic zones who will attend the Apec summit from Nov 18-19, the commissioner of the Royal Thai Police (RTP) said on Wedne...

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:17:00 +0700
Charter bid heads to Senate
A motion calling for a referendum to be held on a charter redraft will be slotted in the Senate meeting agenda on Nov 21, said Senator Kamnoon Sidhisamarn.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 04:52:00 +0700
NPDP eyes new amnesty bill
The New Palang Dhamma Party (NPDP) announced on Wednesday it would propose a bill to grant amnesties to people charged and prosecuted in political cases.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 04:04:00 +0700
Spending during World Cup set to rise
Consumer spending during World Cup 2022 is expected to increase from the previous tournament held four years ago, driven by greater economic activity amid concerns over a possible surge in gambling on the matches.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0700
PM adviser choice causes stir
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has appointed former deputy Democrat Party leader Trairong Suwannakhiri as his adviser amid speculation both of them may join the newly-established party, Ruam Thai Sang Chart (RTSC).

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 18:34:00 +0700
Broadcast agency shot from both sides over funds for World Cup TV rights
The board of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has been criticised over its contribution towards the cost of airing football's World Cup in Thailand, with some saying it gave too little and others too much.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 18:18:00 +0700
Expert warns of winter Covid surge
A Chulalongkorn University virologist has warned about a potential surge in Covid-19 cases during the cold season that will likely peak in January.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:20:00 +0700
PM Prayut silent on joining new party
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha remained tight-lipped on Wednesday, refusing to rise to speculation he planned to join the new Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party of his adviser Pirapan Salirathavibhaga.



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