Alleged American Life Coach Arrested with Magic Mushrooms in Bangkok
An American man advertising on foreign websites, claiming to treat depression patients in Bangkok, was arrested with magic mushrooms as evidence.
Myanmar Workers ‘Unlikely to Come Back for Jobs’ in Thailand
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — Most Myanmar migrant workers, who have returned home from Thailand, have been found unlikely to come back for jobs in this country, a senior government official said on Thursday.
Ekkamai Bouncer Takes Down Suthep’s Rampaging Nephew: Witnesses
BANGKOK — Police on Thursday were investigating whether a nephew of former firebrand activist Suthep Thaugsuban whacked a taxi driver and his cab with...
Draft Beer at 7-Eleven Gets Okay, Here’s Where to Find It
BANGKOK — Want some pork buns, discounted candy or Singha on draft to go with that?
Two Israelis Arrested at Airport Over ‘Mafia’ Hit on Samui
BANGKOK — Two Israeli men were arrested Monday morning at Don Mueang International Airport for what police say was a mafia-style hit on a compatriot the day before.
Colombian Priest in Thailand Translates Pope Welcome Song into Spanish (Video)
BANGKOK — To help Pope Francis and Spanish-speaking Catholics worldwide understand the theme song written for his visit to Thailand, a Columbian priest translated it into Spanish.
Parties Fume Over New ‘Gerrymandered’ Electoral Map
Political parties are angry about a redrawn electoral map of Thailand they say has been gerrymandered to boost the prospects of pro-junta parties.
Thailand is Sending Submarine Crew to Train in China
BANGKOK — The Royal Thai Navy on Thursday said the first group of Thai submariners would receive their training in China, where Thailand’s first submarine fleet in nearly 70 years are being built.
Tourists Cannot Bring Fresh Fruit Into Thailand Without Certificate
The Department of Agriculture has warned tourists not to buy fresh fruit as a phytosanitary certificate is required for re-entry into the Kingdom to...
Designers Take OTOP Products From Nope to Dope
OTOP. The word conjures countless tourist-trap shops and fairs selling authentic yet forgettable knick knacks. Stuff that’s only interesting to first-time visitors or those who must have everything silk.
