Thai National Parks Begin Seasonal Closures
BANGKOK — It’s the time of the year when nature calls for Thailand’s national parks to temporarily close, so best check ahead before paying a visit.
Beach or Bedroom? Pattaya Grapples with Tourist Indecency
A disturbing incident of public indecency involving foreign tourists at Kratinglay Beach has prompted local residents to call for greater awareness of appropriate conduct in public spaces.
Death Toll Rises to 39 in New Year’s Nightclub Attack
ISTANBUL — An assailant believed to have been dressed in a Santa Claus costume opened fire at a crowded nightclub in Istanbul during New...
7 Injured In Trang Explosion
TRANG — An explosion hit the southern province of Trang, injuring at least seven people.
Mahidol Prof Dies After Being Pulled From Flaming Wreck
BANGKOK — A Mahidol University lecturer died Wednesday night after he was dramatically pulled from a burning vehicle near Central Pinklao.
Diamond Thief Filipino Is Caught Returning to Thailand
A Filipino thief who had stolen a diamond necklace from a Bangkok mall returns overconfidently to commit another crime, only to be arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport.
American Arrested Exchanging Movie Prop Dollars in Pattaya
A currency exchange shop employee in Pattaya was baffled when a foreign tourist brought banknotes marked "For Motion Picture Use Only" to exchange for Thai currency.
Fire Guts Muay Thai Stadium in Pattaya
PATTAYA — A well-known Muay Thai stadium caught fire Thursday afternoon, injuring four people and reportedly causing an estimated 200 million baht in damage.
BTS Apologizes For Open Door on Moving Train
BANGKOK — Another crowded day on the BTS brought with it a new and more terrifying failure.
Grab Buys Uber’s Southeast Asia Ridesharing Business
Fast growing ridesharing, food delivery and financial services business Grab is acquiring Uber's Southeast Asian business operations





















































