Muslim Talk Show Host Apologizes for Offending Buddhists
BANGKOK — A Muslim talk show host apologized for offending Buddhists by mocking prostration to religious idols, after the nation’s top Islamic cleric blasted him on social media.
K-pop Fans Slam Korean Mall Party’s #WorstMCs2017
BANGKOK — The grand launch of a new shopping venue targeting the Korean-obsessed ended up angering some fans who felt the well-known hosts presiding over the event dissed their favorite things.
Thai Fans Mourn Divorce of Dream K-Drama Couple from ‘Descendants of the Sun’
BANGKOK — Thai fans plunged into mourning after the K-drama celebrity couple announced their divorce Thursday morning.
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Why Thailand Should Worry About an Improved(?) Computer Crime Act
BANGKOK — For the past year, Wirada Saelim lived under a cloud of anxiety that she and her colleagues would be tried as criminals...
Princess Drops Minor ‘Endgame’ Spoiler on IG
BANGKOK — Marvel fans who have yet to see the epic finale of Avengers: Endgame should steer clear of Princess Ubolratana’s IG for the moment.
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.
Junta Defends BNK48 Frontwoman’s Appearance on Gov’t Show
BANGKOK — A new gig on behalf of the military regime has drawn accusations that a girl group and pop-culture juggernaut is in bed...
Exclusive Interview With the Predator of Mukdahan (Video)
MUKDAHAN — By day, he’s a manager at Charoen Pokphand or CP. By night – or his free days – he is an intergalactic Predator.
Facebook Founder To Visit Prayuth Later This Month
BANGKOK — Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg will be coming to Thailand later this month to meet Prime Minister Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha, the deputy prime minister said.
Thainet Just Can’t Even After BTS Breaks Down
BANGKOK — June has been especially rocky for BTS Skytrain service, and the Internet isn’t taking it lying down — let alone standing in “door areas.”