Thailand is venturing into a high-tech odyssey, drafting legislation that aims to weave artificial intelligence (AI) into its societal fabric, creating a seamless AI ecosystem. As the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) wraps up an online public hearing on the matter, the intention is set to present the draft to the Cabinet by the end of July. Built on a foundation of gentle nudges in the form of soft laws and guidelines, Thailand’s AI framework is gradually cementing itself into a robust regulatory path, with Sak Segkhoonthod, a senior advisor at ETDA, at its helm. Highlighting the necessity of an AI law, he envisions a framework that deftly mitigates the technology’s multifaceted impacts. Since the onset of 2022, Thailand has been a studious observer, examining global models and drawing particularly insightful lessons from the EU’s AI Act. This learning journey has culminated in the crafting of two pivotal draft laws,…

In a startling twist in the fragrant world of rice trading, Cambodia has been accused of a rather controversial practice: falsely labelling its rice as Thai jasmine rice and shipping it off to China. This revelation has caused a flurry of activity at the Thai Ministry of Commerce, which has reportedly sprung into action as swiftly as you can say “Tom Yum Goong.” On June 27, Sunanta Kangvalkulkij, the ever-diligent director-general of the Department of International Trade Promotion, shared some eyebrow-raising news. Thai nationals living in China reported a curious trend—it seemed that Cambodian rice was brazenly donning Thai flags and sporting marks suspiciously similar to the official Thai jasmine rice certification. Now, if you’re wondering what this certification looks like, picture this: a graceful rice ear elegantly set against a lush green background. This isn’t just any certification; it’s issued by the illustrious Department of Foreign Trade to ensure…

MANILA, Philippines — The Solidaridad Bookshop, which was owned by National Artist for Literature Francisco Sionil José, is now on the market, a report said. The information was revealed by one of José’s children, Antonio “Tonet” José, based on a Saturday story by The Varsitarian, the official student publication of the University of Santo Tomas.

In the Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary, a team of researchers from the Department of National Parks had an unusual encounter with a wild tiger that observed them quietly during their field mission. The sanctuary spans across Uthai Thani and Tak provinces. On June 28, the researchers were engaged in a tiger tracking and data …

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In Pathum Thani’s Khu Khot district, police conducted a raid on an illegal e-cigarette manufacturing facility early yesterday morning. The operation led to the seizure of over 21,000 e-cigarette devices and the arrest of 29 people, including foreign nationals. With a court warrant, officers entered a three-storey commercial building on Phahon Yothin Soi 80 in …

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Weather forecasts for June 29 predict heavy rain across 40 provinces in Thailand, including Bangkok, with rainfall expected to cover 60% of the area. Residents are advised to be cautious of accumulated rainfall, and moderate sea waves are anticipated. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD)’s 24-hour weather forecast indicates thunderstorms and isolated heavy rain in the …

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Lea Salonga was victimized by an AI video Broadway diva Lea Salonga warned the public against this fake video using her identity to promote a product. Lea is one of the most successful Filipino artists who gained international fame. Her journey in the entertainment industry, television, movies, music, and theater, has become an inspiration to ... Read more

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MANILA, Philippines — The number of Filipinos who experienced involuntary hunger—or being hungry and having nothing to eat, at least once in the past three months—rose to 20 percent by the end of April, according to a recent report released by the  Social Weather Stations (SWS). SWS said it conducted the national survey from April

Makati Mayor Abby Binay said Saturday that the city government is now providing full doses of free multivitamins and maintenance medications to over 30,000 senior citizens aged 60 to 69 and persons with disabilities (PWDs). In a statement to media, Binay said the expansion will directly benefit 15,149 senior citizens in the 60-69 age bracket,

MANILA, Philippines —  Thunderstorm is seen over Metro Manila and eight other Luzon areas on Sunday morning, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported. In a 7:42 a.m. advisory, Pagasa cautioned the residents in the following areas that moderate to heavy rain showers with strong winds will occur in the next two