Phuket Airport Addresses Viral Incident of Tourist Urinating in Terminal
A foreign passenger was detained at Phuket International Airport after urinating in the arrival hall. The incident, which went viral on social media, led to the airport reaffirming its strict enforcement of passenger
Siam, Silom, Sukhumvit Street Markets Shut Down
BANGKOK — Instead of staying home like most of her friends, Pornthipa Boonmart on Wednesday when to the spot on Silom Road where she has sold goods to passers-by for over 30 years.
How to Possess Marijuana Legally in Thailand – Right Now
BANGKOK — Though the distribution of medical marijuana has yet to begin, there’s now a way to legalize one’s stash – Thais and expats alike – provided they have a legitimate use for it.
Flight Attendant Kowtows on Floor to Irate Passenger
BANGKOK — Flight attendants are trained to handle all kind of emergency situations, but being forced to grovel at the feet of disgruntled passengers is probably not on the list.
All Children, Coach Found Alive in Cave
An international rescue team has located all missing youths and their coach in the cave where they went missing nine days ago.
Bangkok Roads to Close 5 Days During King’s Coronation (Maps)
BANGKOK — For five days several roads in the capital city will be closed to traffic for the royal coronation ceremony.
New Queen Appointed Ahead of Coronation
BANGKOK — A former commander of His Majesty the King’s bodyguards was named the new Queen of Thailand today.
A royal command issued on Wednesday,...
Bangkok Literally Sinking in Sex as Brothels Steal Groundwater
BANGKOK — So much water is used for sex in Bangkok’s brothels that it is contributing to the gradual sinking of Bangkok, officials have warned.
4-Year Professional Visas Get Green Light
BANGKOK — A plan to offer four-year visas to highly skilled professionals and investors was endorsed Friday by the Cabinet.
Those who obtain the so-called...
Who’s Who in Thailand’s Royal Family
The world's longest-reigning monarch, who died Thursday at age 88, was revered by his subjects as a demigod and father figure. He held no formal political power but was seen as an anchor of stability who has stepped to the forefront at crucial moments of Thai history. He was 18 when he was named king in 1946, and married Sirikit Kitiyakara, a beautiful Thai aristocrat he met initially in Paris, in 1950.
