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Deadly 1930 Fault in Myanmar Triggers Hit 24 Thai Provinces

The Sagaing Fault earthquake, located 1,100 kilometers from Bangkok, triggered 12 aftershocks, affecting northern Thailand and the capital. However, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced

Bidding for Lucky License Plates Fetches 7 Million Baht

SISAKET — Authorities on Saturday raised millions of baht on the first day of bidding at an ongoing auction for auspicious vehicle license plate numbers and initials.
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Asoke Cat, Rags-to-Riches Thai Cat Celeb, Dies (Updated)

BANGKOK — A cat who rose from humble origins to become one of Thailand’s first internet-famous animals died Wednesday night.

Israeli Soldiers Face Drug Charges After Noisy Cease-Fire Party on Koh Phangan

Four Israeli soldiers were arrested early Tuesday morning after hosting a drug-fueled party on Koh Phangan that disturbed neighboring tourists.
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German Chemist’s Drug Cocktail Sparks Chaos in Krabi

A German chemical engineer was hospitalized in Krabi after experiencing severe hallucinations from consuming DMT mixed with cannabis. The incident occurred on February 17 in the Sai Thai subdistrict of Krabi.

New MRT Purple Line Will Connect to Blue Line, But Not Anytime Soon

BANGKOK — Those traveling from the old and new MRT lines between Tao Poon and Bang Sue stations will have to hop on a bus for at least a year before the rails are connected.

Grand Stage Rises for Late King Bhumibol’s Cremation

BANGKOK — Mythical creatures, angels and gods are coming to life near Thailand's Grand Palace, thanks to the tireless, devout and often volunteer work of artists and craftsmen. They are building a monument for a single moment: the cremation of a beloved king.

25 Centara Hotels to Close for One Month, Cut Staff Pay

BANGKOK — Starting Wednesday, 25 hotels belonging to one of the country’s largest hotel chains will be closed for a month as a result of impacts from coronavirus.
A super blue blood moon is seen over Los Angeles on Wednesday Jan. 31, 2018. Photo: Richard Vogel / Associated Press

See Longest Blood Moon of the Century Next Week

BANGKOK — Be prepared to witness up to three celestial events when Buddhist Lent begins next week, including the longest total lunar eclipse until the 22nd century.
Smog over Bangkok Jan. 15.

Smog Surges Over Thailand’s Two Major Cities

BANGKOK — Thailand featured two of the world’s most-polluted cities Wednesday morning, according to independent – not government – monitoring. Chiang Mai and Bangkok ranked...

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