Gov’t Committee Weighs Asking Facebook to Link Thai IDs
BANGKOK — Members of the junta-appointed reform committee said Tuesday that social media users need stricter identity verification methods to deter them from using it inappropriately.
Junta Romanticized in ‘Love Missions’ Military Drama
BANGKOK — A military-themed romantic soap opera premiered Saturday, inaugurating three months of the television show, which a mass media expert said is an attempt by the military government to rebrand itself and regain public popularity.
Tougher Smoking Laws Come Into Effect Today
BANGKOK — A new set of laws to curb tobacco consumption went into effect Tuesday, toughening smoking regulations and raising fines for breaking them.
Activists Slam Law That Spurred Panicked Exodus of Workers
BANGKOK — Labor activists said the law that sparked the ongoing exodus of thousands of migrant workers is unlikely to improve the illegal workforce situation.
Guru Linked to Belgian Tourist on Koh Tao Left Country: Police
BANGKOK — Police on Monday searched residence that belonged to a spiritual mentor of a Belgian tourist who died on Koh Tao two months ago, a death her family found suspicious.
Planned Yingluck ‘Coins’ by Supporter Draw Criticism
BANGKOK — A supporter’s attempt to mint coins with the image of former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra came under heavy criticism Saturday and Sunday for possibly inviting more trouble for the embattled politician.
Former Lese Majeste Activist Held in Secret Detention
BANGKOK — The family of a former campaigner against royal defamation laws detained by soldiers two days ago have yet to find out where he’s being held, a civil rights activist said Monday.
New Law Requires Rabies Shots for All Cats
BANGKOK — Take your kitty to a get rabies shot now or risk being fined 3,000 baht or jailed three months – or both.
150 Arrested in Pattaya Pool Party for Failing Drug Test
PATTAYA — Authorities raided a club early Sunday morning and charged the owners with running an illegal entertainment venue, an operation in which police said 150 partygoers tested positive for drugs.
Woman Says She Lied About Taxi Attack For Money
BANGKOK — A 20-year-old woman said Sunday she had filed a false sexual assault complaint against a taxi driver because she needed money.
