Thailand Reports 1st Case of UK Mutated Coronavirus Strain
BANGKOK — The first known case of the new and apparently more contagious variant of the coronavirus was discovered in Thailand, a top health expert said Sunday.
Here’s the Story Behind the Snoozing MPs That Pissed Off Prayuth
BANGKOK — After images of lawmakers snoozing during debate of next year’s proposed multi-trillion baht budget incensed taxpayers, two of the nappers gave flaccid explanations as the junta leader berated their behavior.
Bangkok Roads to Close Sunday For Cycling Event Rehearsal
BANGKOK — Several major roads in Bangkok will be closed to traffic Sunday for rehearsal of an epic cycling event to be led by His Majesty the King next month, officials said.
Soap Star’s Husband Investigated for Laundering Drug Money
BANGKOK — The owner of a moto racing business who gained fame recently for marrying a popular actress has been linked by narcotics investigators to a notorious drug kingpin from Laos.
Thai govt warns on melioidosis as cases reach 732
BANGKOK — 18 April 2026, Thailand’s government has urged heightened vigilance over melioidosis, reporting 732 cumulative cases and 23 deaths nationwide so far this...
Israeli Man Wanted for Robbery Arrested at Samui Airport
Thai immigration authorities have arrested an Israeli fugitive on Koh Samui who is wanted in his home country for armed robbery and burglary, officials said Monday.
Thai actress sexually assaulted by rescuer, suspect arrested
BANGKOK — 2 April 2026, A Thai actress has accused a former rescue volunteer of sexually assaulting her while she was in a weakened...
Phuket Mall Becomes Unlikely Scene of Farang and Chinese Conflict
International incident took place at Phuket's department stores between Chinese women and a male expat along with Thai wife, assault claims and counter-claims.
Security Officers Sweep Visitors Off Pattaya Beach
PATTAYA — Police in Pattaya on Monday said they arrested 23 people for breaking the city’s beach closure order.
Koh Phangan Bar Busted for Selling Shrooms, Laughing Gas
SURAT THANI — A bar on Koh Phangan was raided early Tuesday morning for selling drinks mixed with psilocybin mushrooms and nitrous oxide, or laughing gas.
