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A 1,000-year-old Buddhist temple in southern Thailand just earned UNESCO World Heritage status, becoming the country's ninth protected site and the first in its southern region. The recognition celebrates a sacred place where cultures from India, Java, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar merged to create something extraordinary.
Trail cameras captured a flat-headed cat in Thailand's southern forests in 2024, marking the first sighting in nearly three decades. The endangered species disappeared in 1995 but has now returned with evidence of breeding populations.
Two false gharials appeared in southern Thailand's wild after researchers believed the species had vanished from the country. The discovery proves remote swamp forests can still support these critically rare reptiles.
Camera traps set up to study bears accidentally captured evidence of a thriving Asian tapir population in southern Thailand. The discovery suggests nearly twice as many of these endangered giants may exist than previously thought.
Scientists discovered a potential stronghold for endangered Asian tapirs in southern Thailand by reviewing old camera trap photos originally set for bears. The forest complex could protect far more of these gentle giants than previously thought possible.
India and Thailand are deepening their defense collaboration with new agreements on manufacturing, research, and innovation. The 10th Thailand-India Defence Dialogue in Bangkok marks a significant step toward regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.
Thailand just transformed how it funds research, shifting from academic papers to real-world economic impact. The Thailand RISE Fund now connects scientists, businesses, and communities to build industries from homegrown innovation.
Energy Absolute is transforming Thailand's energy future by combining solar power, battery storage, green fuels, and carbon credits into one integrated system. The company's CEO believes Thailand has everything needed to become energy independent and sustainable.
Scientists in Thailand just named a colossal new dinosaur species that weighed as much as nine elephants and may be the last giant to have walked Southeast Asia. The discovery is putting Thailand on the global paleontology map and inspiring a new generation of researchers.
Thailand welcomes over 1,600 para-athletes from across Southeast Asia this week as the nation hosts the ASEAN Para Games for the first time in 18 years. Five-time Paralympic gold medalist Saysunee Jana will light the opening ceremony torch as Thailand aims to reclaim the overall championship title.
Thailand rolled out comprehensive health screening for all arrivals from DR Congo and Uganda after WHO declared the Ebola outbreak a global emergency. The country is monitoring 126 recent travelers while testing emergency response systems to protect public health.
Thailand is working to bring the first Disneyland theme park to Southeast Asia as part of a massive development project in the Eastern Economic Corridor. The 2,700-acre park would make Thailand the fourth location in Asia to host the beloved Disney experience.
Four young leopard sharks glided into ocean waters off Thailand in December, the country's first attempt to save an endangered species by breeding them in aquariums and teaching them to survive in the wild. Once common sights for divers, these spotted sharks have nearly disappeared due to overfishing and habitat loss.
Thailand's national research institute just partnered with a cross-border venture studio to transform government-backed scientific breakthroughs into global businesses. The collaboration could position Thailand as a major innovation exporter in health, sustainability, and agriculture.
Thailand and Hong Kong are joining forces to accelerate sustainable development through green technology and finance partnerships. The collaboration combines Thailand's renewable energy innovation with Hong Kong's global financial expertise.
Small rubber farmers in Thailand worried about losing European markets are getting unexpected support from private companies. New tech platforms are helping 1.7 million smallholders prove their rubber doesn't come from deforested land.
Thailand just made vacation arrivals way less stressful with a new digital system that replaces paper forms and cuts immigration wait times. The online Thailand Digital Arrival Card lets travelers submit their info before they even board the plane.
A new collaboration between Thailand's top hospital and engineers creates a space where doctors and tech experts can rapidly design personalized medical devices together. The "Osscentric Sandbox" aims to transform patient care while positioning Thailand as a global medical technology leader.
Thailand is launching Aquatech Asia 2026, bringing together global water technology leaders to tackle Southeast Asia's growing climate and water security challenges. The November event positions Thailand as the region's hub for sustainable water solutions.
Thailand has become a global food powerhouse by combining ancient market traditions with cutting-edge science. The country now ranks among the world's top three exporters for rice, chicken, cassava, tuna, shrimp, and sugar.
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