City Hall Signals Retreat on BACC Takeover Plan
BANGKOK — Bangkok’s governor may be retreating from a plan to take over Bangkok’s largest central arts venue after all.
1 More Baht to Ride Chao Phraya Express Boats
BANGKOK — Those commuting by the capital’s waterways better pocket an extra baht.
Fort Battle: City Sits Down With Pom Mahakan For First Time
BANGKOK — After 24 years of trying to kick out a small community dug in behind the walls of a historic fort, City Hall sat down with them for the first time yesterday to talk about solutions.
Thai Prisons Fall Short of World Standards, Rights Group Says
BANGKOK — Thailand's prisons fail to meet international standards, with inmates routinely shackled, stuffed into overcrowded cells and forced to work in harsh conditions, an international human rights group said Tuesday.
Thai Men Want Fully Legal Weed – Women Less So: Poll
BANGKOK — Cannabis legalization is more of a winning issue with male voters than female who responded to a recent survey.
City Hall To Double Fines For Motorcyclists on Sidewalks
BANGKOK — A hefty 11.1 million baht in fines was collected from individuals riding motorbikes on sidewalks, City Hall said on Tuesday.
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‘Mowgli’ Man of Bangkok Takes Urban Jungle Too Literally (Video)
BANGKOK — A naked man who rushed across a busy road Sunday in Chatuchak district, leaping onto cars and rubbing up against windows was sent to a mental hospital Monday.
Deal Struck For Khaosan Vendors to Submit Alternate Rules
BANGKOK — Khaosan Road vendors will submit their own proposed regulations directly to the government next week after City Hall backed down on enforcing its own week-old rules.
Last Call: Parties to Rally Tonight in Bangkok (Interactive Map)
BANGKOK — Five major political parties are making their final push for votes on the final day of campaigning in preparation for Sunday’s general election.
6 Deaths From Rabies Since Start of 2018: Officials
BANGKOK — The death toll from rabies has increased to six while the epidemic remains present in 24 provinces, the health ministry said Monday.