Tech Logos Removed From Royal Crematorium Garuda
BANGKOK — Logos of the world’s largest tech firms were removed Wednesday from a Garuda sculpture for use in the cremation of King Bhumibol in response to a surge of criticism.
Game, Party, Feast at Dueling Events This Star Wars Day
BANGKOK — To celebrate the epic story of a galaxy far, far away, Star Wars fans are taking the whole “May the fourth be with you” thing to another level this year with several special events planned Thursday.
On Thainet, Facebook Marks ‘No Wonder We’re an Undeveloped Country’ as Spam
BANGKOK — Facebook classified a self-deprecating phrase on the state of Thailand’s development as spam in the early hours of Labor Day.
Police Seek More Warrants in Child Sex Trafficking Ring
MAE HONG SON — Police sought warrants Sunday for three more police officers allegedly involved in a child sex trafficking operation in the far north of Thailand.
Thai Family Mourns Girl Killed in Video Streamed on Facebook
PHUKET — The funeral was held Saturday for an 11-month-old Thai girl who was killed by her father in a video broadcast live on Facebook before he then hanged himself.
Legal Action Against Italian-Thai Weighed After Red Line Collapse Kills 3
BANGKOK — The head of the labor welfare department is threatening legal action against Italian-Thai Development Co. Ltd. after three workers were killed Friday night while working on the elevated Red Line extension.
Famous Fat Macaque May Not be Fat After All: Vets
BANGKOK — Uncle Fatty, a macaque whose giant gut has brought him social media stardom, may actually have cancer, veterinarians said Friday.
Samet Residents Complain Island Music Fest an Unwelcome Mess
RAYONG — A music festival on Ko Samet suspended ticket sales Thursday after the island community complained it benefits only the organizer and leaves behind nothing but garbage.
New Shuttle Routes to Don Mueang Airport to Open Monday
BANGKOK — Getting between downtown to Don Mueang International Airport will become easier when two new airport shuttle routes launch Monday.
Photo Phriday: Earth Day Edition
The week following Earth Day brought us out of doors, from blooming flowers to a water buffalo that took its name too literally. Find more on our Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.
