Thai Junta Says Pro-Democracy Students are Backed by Politicians
BANGKOK — Leaders of Thailand's military junta have accused young pro-democracy activists of receiving backing from established political groups in an effort to discredit the junta and cause "unrest."
Full English Text of Yingluck's Post-Impeachment Statement
A Khaosod English translation of the statement posted by former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra on her official Facebook account this afternoon.
Retired Soldiers Ordered to Vacate Army Residences – Except Prayut
BANGKOK — Two days after army chief Gen. Apirat Kongsompong said retired army officers must move out from their official residences after their tenures ended in an combat to combat corruption in the ranks, it emerged that some exceptions were made.
Thai-Cambodian Flame War Erupts Over Traditional Dance. Both Are Wrong.
In a drama of epic proportions, Thailand and Cambodia are feuding once again after simultaneously claiming ownership of the traditional elaborate masked dance known as Khon in Thailand and Khol in Cambodia.
Soldier Killed in Week-Long Siege at Deep South Dam
YALA — The military on Wednesday said a soldier was killed in a gunfight at a reservoir in Yala province where a group of separatists have been holed up for nearly a week.
Ombudsman to Decide on Prayuth’s Royal Oath Blunder
BANGKOK — The Ombudsman’s Office is set to rule tomorrow on what to do with a complaint against Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha’s incomplete oath of office, officials said Monday.
Finance Ministry Says Covid-19 Treatment for Foreigners is Free
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — Thailand's Ministry of Finance on Thursday has confirmed that foreign visitors who were treated for COVID-19 in the country will be able to claim back medical expenses from Thai hospitals.
Anti-Govt Actress Files Charge Over Car Acid Attack
(21 November) The father of a famous actress has pressed charge to the police on her behalf, following an acid attack on her vehicle earlier this week, an attack she believed could be politically-motivated.
BMA Says It’s Renovating the Historic Democracy Monument (Again)
BANGKOK — A major renovation project is underway at the Democracy Monument, a historic landmark that has been largely sealed off from the public in recent years.
Court Orders Skytrain to Accommodate Disabled Passengers
BANGKOK - The Supreme Administrative Court has ruled that Bangkok's skytrain system must install more elevators and other equipment to assist disabled passengers.