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James sits in the living room, which regularly hosts English lessons for children in the community.

‘We Never Know What Tomorrow Brings:’ COVID Strands Thousands of Refugees in Thailand

BANGKOK — From his hideout in northern Bangkok, James could hear roars of jet planes taking off from Don Mueang Airport. They gave him hope. He counted down the days until he could finally board one of them, away to safety and a new home.

Army Orders Probe in Super-Spreader Boxing Match

BANGKOK — Following days of widespread criticism, the army chief on Thursday said he ordered an investigation into a boxing match blamed for the largest cluster of coronavirus infections in Thailand.

Drunk Irishman Made Up Pattaya Van Assault: Police

CHONBURI — Police on Wednesday said an Irish teacher has admitted to making up a story about being assaulted and robbed by a Pattaya van driver, saying he couldn’t find his money and blamed the driver.
A still from CCTV footage showing Passakorn’s car ramming into the Honda City sedan on Nov. 30, 2019.

Man Rams Truck Into Two Cars For Blocking His Driveway

SAMUT PRAKAN — A driver who rammed his pickup truck into cars blocking his driveway in a clip that went viral over the weekend turned himself in to the police on Monday.
Image: National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand

Look up and be Amazed by the Quadrantids Meteor Shower Tonight

BANGKOK — Don’t worry if you missed the New Year Eve’s fireworks, a meteor shower will light up the skies Friday night.

Vacharaesorn Vivacharawongse Is Overjoyed To Be Back in Thailand

Vacharaesorn Vivacharawongse, 42, the second son of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, visited young children at the Foundation for Slum Child Care Under the patronage of...

Thai Women’s ROV Team Pulls Out of SEA Games Amid Cheating Case

Thailand has withdrawn its women’s Arena of Valor esports team from the 33rd Southeast Asian Games after one player was expelled for cheating, a move that stunned teammates

Britain’s Prince Charles Tests Positive for Coronavirus

LONDON — Prince Charles, the heir to the British throne, has tested positive for the new coronavirus.

Niece of Army Torture Victim Arrested For Internet Messages

BANGKOK — Police, acting on a complaint filed by the army, arrested Tuesday the niece of a conscript tortured to death by his fellow soldiers.
Pattaya

Late Night Altercations in Pattaya: Thai-Foreigner Clashes

Pattaya's nightlife scene offers more than just entertainment—it can also be the setting for hot-tempered confrontations. Two recent incidents occurred in areas frequented by foreign tourists.

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