Massage Parlor King Wanted for Pimping Minors
BANGKOK — A court warrant was approved today for the arrest of the vice tycoon behind a brothel where 15 underage girls and trafficked sex workers were rescued in a recent raid.
Foreign Tourist Found Dead on Kata Beach in Phuket Identified
Police investigators have identified a foreign female tourist found dead under a large beach umbrella on Kata Beach in Phuket on Wednesday afternoon as Mrs. Karen
Holiday Set to Observe Royal Cremation of King Bhumibol
BANGKOK — His Majesty the Late King’s cremation on Oct. 26 will be marked with a national public holiday, the interim cabinet announced Tuesday.
King’s Death Left ‘Hole in Heart’ of Loyalist Critic Sulak
BANGKOK — For 100 days, the old man will wear white, even at home. He will observe basic Buddhist precepts and avoid meat, all in honor of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who passed away two weeks ago.
Future Forward Leader Hit With Sedition Charge
BANGKOK — Another serious legal threat has hit the leader of Future Forward Party, this time an accusation of sedition.
Policeman Rewarded 10,000 Baht For Declining Bribe
BANGKOK — In a new effort to combat corruption among Thailand’s law enforcement agencies, the Metropolitan Police department has started giving out monetary rewards to officers who refuse to accept bribes.
Here’s Why Fewer Will Die on Thai Roads if Vans Replaced
BANGKOK — When the New Year’s holiday ended in tragedy for the families of 25 people killed in a flaming wreck in Chonburi, the...
COVID Casualty: ‘Artbox’ Night Market to Close Permanently
BANGKOK — A night market in downtown Bangkok frequented by tourists and locals alike will close permanently after Monday.
2 in 5 Thais Accept Begpackers, Survey Says
BANGKOK — Despite widespread online outrage against tourists busking on the streets of Asia, a survey has found that nearly half of Thais have...
Expat Personal Records Posted to Govt Site
NAKHON SI THAMMARAT — Personal details of hundreds of expats living in the southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat were laid bare to the internet for hours last night thanks to the weak security of a police immigration website.
