German man ‘Mr. Spray’ arrested over Koh Phangan ‘Save Gaza’ graffiti spree
BANGKOK — A 58-year-old German national, dubbed “Mr. Spray” by locals, was arrested on 4 February for spray-painting messages at more than 40 public...
Thailand Election 2026: Why Abhisit Vejjajiva still matters despite slim odds
As Thailand’s major parties battle for dominance, Abhisit Vejjajiva’s Democrat Party enters the race not as a frontrunner, but as a familiar establishment force...
Thailand appointed chair of UN space science subcommittee
VIENNA — Thailand has been appointed chair of the United Nations’ Scientific and Technical Subcommittee (STSC) for 2026, marking a major step in the...
Election scenarios, constitution referendum and some caveats
While it would be prudent to prevaricate when asked who will emerge as Thailand’s 33rd prime minister after the 8 February general election due...
LISA shines at Wat Arun as Amazing Thailand Ambassador
BANGKOK — Global superstar Lalisa “Lisa” Manobal has been named the face of Thailand’s latest tourism push, with the Tourism Authority of Thailand on...
Phnom Penh 2003: When nationalism turned violent
29 January 2003, remains one of the darkest days in modern Thai–Cambodian relations. What began as a wave of nationalist outrage escalated into violence,...
Shock at SEA Games: Up to 10 sexual harassment cases reported
BANGKOK — As many as 10 cases of sexual harassment involving female athletes and sports personnel were reported during the recently concluded SEA Games,...
Thailand Election 2026: Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut and the People’s Party
With the 8 February 2026 general election looming, Thailand’s race for prime minister pits known quantities against untested alternatives. Khaosod English examines four leading...
Thailand moves forward with UNESCO bid for Chud Thai
BANGKOK — Culture Minister Sabida Thaised on 26 January 2026 attended a working lunch hosted by Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow at the Ministry of...
Royal crematorium for the Queen Mother to begin construction in February
BANGKOK — Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on 26 January announced progress on the construction of the royal crematorium for the royal funeral of Her...
