18 More Foreign Inmates Infected With Coronavirus
BANGKOK — Eighteen more foreigners held at the immigration jail in Songkhla province were infected with coronavirus, the government said Monday.
Gov’t Relaxes Booze Ban, Allows Takeaway Sales
BANGKOK — The government on Friday permits alcoholic beverages to be sold, but only in takeaway settings.
Deep South’s Ramadan Rituals Disrupted by Coronavirus
PATTANI — Public health measures imposed to deter the coronavirus infection means Muslims in the south must lose several traditions associated with...
It’s Official: Partial Business Reopening Set For May 3
BANGKOK — A number of business venues will be allowed to reopen beginning this Sunday, the government announced Thursday.
NGO Calls for More Virus Protection in Detention Facilities
BANGKOK — Labor right groups urged the government to better protect foreign prisoners from the coronavirus, just as a Deputy PM on Wednesday is scheduled to visit a detention facility where 42 foreigners contracted the virus.
2 More Medical Workers Infected With Coronavirus
BANGKOK — Thailand recorded a third consecutive day with less than 10 new coronavirus cases, though two more medical personnel caught the virus, the government said on Wednesday.
Petition Asks Gov’t to Relax Ban on Booze Sales in Pandemic
BANGKOK — A group of alcohol sellers is urging PM Prayut Chan-o-cha to loosen his restrictions on booze sales to alleviate the impact on the industry, a representative said Tuesday.
Gov’t Rejects Proposal to Postpone May Holidays
BANGKOK — The Cabinet on Tuesday voted down a proposal by the coronavirus taskforce to postpone all public holidays in May.
Finding Joy Amid Pandemic’s Anxiety and Heartache (Photos)
Joy is visible during the pandemic, just not with the usual, recognizable cues.
Jail Turned Into Field Hospital After 42 Foreigners Caught Virus
SONGKHLA — A detention facility is being turned into a field hospital after 42 of its foreign inmates reportedly contracted the coronavirus from an immigration officer, health officials said Sunday.
