Samitivej Hospital, a regional medical leader, opened an expanded International Children’s Hospital for advanced pediatric care in Bangkok; a $59,4 million investment, it offers heart treatments, cancer care, specialized surgeries, and digital healthcare

Rama VII Pier, a 700-sq-meter "smart pier" in Nonthaburi's Bang Kruai district has been inaugurated; with solar panels and real-time boat tracking, is part of a project to modernize 29 piers, bettering connectivity in Bangkok's land-rail-water transport

Former MP urges action against a spiritual group led by a 9-year-old claiming to be Buddha’s son; Despite a court ban, followers continue worshipping him and authorities are investigating potential violations, including child rights and public deception

A 5-years, €118 million climate-smart initiative for rice farming sustainability has been launched; it aims to assist 253.400 farmers across 21 provinces in adopting water management and laser land leveling to target a 2,44 million-ton CO₂ reduction

On 23 January, the first day of legal same-sex marriages following the introduction of the Marriage Equality Bill, mass weddings were held across the country, in a celebration of a historic date for Southeast Asia