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Thailand's Ministry of Agriculture has addressed rumors regarding the patenting of holy basil, clarifying that protection applies only to four specific varieties.
The Thai national team finished 7th overall in the recent international games, securing the top position among ASEAN nations with a record-breaking performance.
The Thai para-sports team concluded their Asian Para Games campaign with 19 gold medals, achieving a 7th-place finish and setting multiple new records.
The Thailand Senior Tennis Championship has reached a historic milestone, with registration numbers surging by 35% to over 800 participants.
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