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Embroidered robes prepared for Pope Francis’ visit to Thailand in November 2019.

Pope Francis to Wear Thai Silk Robes with ‘Kanok’ Patterns (Photos)

BANGKOK — Pope Francis will don liturgical robes made of Thai silk during his visit to the country in two weeks.

Foreigners Seek Bail After Warrantless Raid on Overstay

BANGKOK — At least six foreigners were seeking bail Monday after spending the weekend behind bars following a raid on a Bangkok guesthouse and music venue.

Why Is It (Still) Difficult for Airlines To Add New Flights at Suvarnabhumi Airport?

With many countries opening their borders and returning to international flights, the question remains why many airlines still find it difficult to accommodate more...

German programmer found dead at Pathum Thani home with note

PATHUM THANI — 7 June 2026, A German man was found dead at his home in Pathum Thani province on Sunday morning, his body...
The embalmed body of Si Quey Sae-Ung on display at Siriraj Forensic Museum.

Embalmed Body of Iconic ‘Cannibal’ To Be Cremated This Week

BANGKOK — The bullet-ridden cadaver of a man executed for allegedly cannibalizing small children six decades ago will be cremated later this week after modern research found he was framed for the crimes, a prison official said Monday.
Pope Francis during the public mass at the National Stadium on Nov. 21, 2019.

At Mass, Pope Calls for Attention to Thailand’s Downtrodden

BANGKOK — At his first public mass in Thailand, Pope Francis called upon communities to embrace and aid the exploited people, such as victims of sex trafficking, drug addiction, and refugees.

Tiger Temple Sues Animal Rights Activist for Libel

KANCHANABURI — A Buddhist temple under criminal investigation for alleged animal trafficking filed a defamation complaint Thursday against an Australian activist.

Thai Exam-Cheating Thriller Wins Audiences Across Asia

BANGKOK — Five days after it opened on the mainland, Thailand’s top-performing movie of the year has earned nearly seven times as much at the Chinese box office.
Diners at a restaurant in Bangkok eat within plastic partitions set up to maintain social distancing on Jan. 28, 2021.

Bangkok Dine-In Hours To Be Extended, But Bars Won’t Reopen

BANGKOK — Starting next week, restaurants in the capital may serve diners until 11pm, though consumption of alcoholic beverages in the premises is still banned, the government’s pandemic response center announced Friday.

Continued Crackdown Sees Arrest of 122 Foreigners in Bang Rak

BANGKOK — More than 120 foreigners were arrested early Thursday morning in Bang Rak area.

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