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.
Aussie Couple Arrested for Tourist Bag-Snatching Spree in Phuket
Police in Phuket have apprehended an Australian couple suspected of multiple bag-snatching incidents targeting foreign tourists in the Rawai area. The arrests were made through a joint operation between Chalong Police Station,
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.
Who’s Running to Be Thailand’s Next Prime Minister
Updated: This graphic has been updated to reflect the exit of former princess Ubolratana Mahidol from the race.
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.
Have a Low-Key Loy Krathong Friday or Face Arrest
BANGKOK — Festivities for Friday’s Loy Krathong will be low-key with the usual fireworks, sparklers and sky lanterns prohibited.
Bangkok High School Joins Anti-Prayut Rallies; More to Follow
BANGKOK — The latest student-led protests against what they perceived as undemocratic government took place at a high school in Bangkok on Friday.
Pattaya Club Closed After Indian Manager’s Gunpoint Assault on Tourist
Thai Authorities have closed a prominent Walking Street nightclub after its Indian manager allegedly orchestrated a brutal attack on a tourist and threatened him with a firearm over an unpaid bar tab.
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.
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.
