Kamnan Poh, ‘Godfather of Chonburi,’ Dies at 82
CHONBURI — One of the most politically, economically and criminally influential men in Thailand’s east passed away on Monday.
Somchai Khunpluem, better known as Kamnan...
Toon Bodyslam’s Charity Run Raises 54M for Isaan Hospitals
KHON KAEN — A rockstar philanthropist raised 54 million baht for Isaan hospitals in a charity run over the weekend.
To raise money for regional...
MLM ‘Energy Cards’ Radioactive: Professor
BANGKOK — A chemistry professor has warned of radioactive elements in plastic “Energy Cards” being sold as a cure-all for ailments under a multi-level...
The ‘Energy Card’ MLM Scamming Isaan Elderly
KHON KAEN — Stick ‘em in your pants, in a glass of water, or on appliances – this magic card will heal all your...
Police Visit Students Behind Anti-Junta Teacher Appreciation Day Stunt
NONG KHAI — Police visited a school in Nong Khai on Thursday after an annual teacher appreciation day turned into a viral political stunt...
27 Years On, Fans Still Sway to Luk Thung Legend ‘Phumpuang Duangjan’ (Video)
SUPHAN BURI — An annual fair to pay tribute to country music legend Phumpuang Duangjan will continue through Sunday.
On Thursday night, the 27th anniversary...
Lawyer Accuses Prayuth’s Brother, Sister-in-Law of 112 for Sitting on Throne-like Chairs
BANGKOK — A lawyer has accused junta leader Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha’s brother and sister-in-law of committing lese majeste by imitating royalty in photos spread...
Race for Miss Universe Thailand 2019 Under Way (Photos)
BANGKOK — With only two weeks left until the crowning of Miss Universe Thailand 2019, let’s take a look at the fan favorites.
The 58...
6 Senate Selection Committee Members Now Senators Themselves
BANGKOK — It emerged Wednesday that six members of the committee that selected candidates for the junta-appointed senate are now themselves senators.
Under mounting pressure...
Prayuth’s Book Club: PM Recommends ‘Aesop’s Fables’
BANGKOK — Fast on the heels of rating Animal Farm, the junta leader-turned-PM is now recommending Thais read Aesop’s Fables.
