Japanese researchers unveil Buddhist AI robot to assist monks
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
A Kyoto University team has created Buddharoid, an AI humanoid that gives Buddhist advice, performs rituals, and could support Japan's declining population of monks.
Thai Helps Thai Plus turns local spending into national strength
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand’s Thai Helps Thai Plus 60/40 co-payment scheme is easing living costs, energising local shops and food businesses, and showcasing a resilient home-grown economic model.
Bank of Japan prepares accelerated hikes should inflation risks grow
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Naoki Tamura says the central bank will accelerate its baseline path of regular quarter-point hikes if upside inflation risks from the Middle East intensify.
Thai Football for Thais : Fueling the Spirit of the Game Across All Tiers Through Live Broadcasting
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
For decades, the lowest tiers of global football operated under a cruel, unwritten law: If a wonder-goal is scored in a monsoon, and there is no camera there to capture it, did it actually happen?
Thailand urged to fast-track new PDP as energy transition becomes industrial survival test
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thai industry leaders are calling for a revised Power Development Plan to accelerate clean energy reform, open electricity markets and protect traditional manufacturing from global carbon rules.
Alcohol ban in force June 27–28 during Bangkok and Pattaya elections
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand’s Election Commission has announced a nationwide alcohol ban in Bangkok and Pattaya electoral areas during election hours on June 27–28, with penalties for violations under election law.
Thailand, Kazakhstan set 2027–2028 roadmap to boost tourism
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand and Kazakhstan agree 2027–2028 cooperation roadmap to expand trade, tourism, connectivity and medical tourism, targeting stronger regional ties
DLA U-turn allows recruitment to proceed after fraud concerns
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand’s Department of Local Administration reverses its suspension, allowing recruitment of successful candidates to continue to avoid unfair impact amid ongoing exam fraud investigations.
Thailand Charts Course for Victory Amid Shifting Global Trade Order
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Industry leaders and officials urge Thai businesses to embrace resilience, AI, and ESG standards as geopolitical tensions redraw the rules of global commerce