The Department of Industrial Works (DIW) is considering banning recycling factories from importing certain types of e-waste that have negative impacts on the environment and communities. Source: Business

China has reaffirmed its intention to join the upcoming auction of the 224.54-billion-baht high-speed railway linking Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi and U-tapao airports. Source: Business

The Thai economy got off to a good start in the second quarter, buoyed by solid exports and improved private consumption in April, but overall household purchasing power is not yet robust, says a senior official at the Bank of Thailand. Source: Business

The Bank of Thailand has sounded an alarm to banks in light of the growing appetite for mortgages, urging them to retain their risk management practices when considering housing loans. Source: Business

Thai telecom operators can add a further US$2.6 billion (83.3 billion baht) or 22% in revenue by 2026, driven by the fifth-generation (5G) wireless network, the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem and digital transformation in the manufacturing, energy and utilities sectors, says Ericsson. Source: Business

People seeking to register as new motorcycle taxi drivers can submit applications to the Department of Land Transport (DLT) from next month under the latest drive to regulate motorcycle taxis and ensure safety and reasonable fares for commuters. Source: Tech

Serena Williams felt like a ‘superhero’ as she wore a black catsuit when making her grand slam return Tuesday after 16 months away. Source: Sports

WASHINGTON – The United States said Thursday it will impose harsh tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from the European Union, Canada, Mexico at midnight Friday (11am Saturday, Thailand time), prompting threats of retaliation by angry allies and trading partners. Source: Business

As of June 1, bucket list Thailand destination Maya Bay, which appeared in Danny Boyle’s “The Beach,” is blocking its shores to visitors as part of a four-month marine rejeuvination program. Source: Travel

Corinne Dubreuil is one of the best tennis photographers in the world – and she’s had a front row seat to history for decades. But for this Frenchwoman, coming to Roland Garros is still a privilege. Source: Sports