Thailand-China Intensify Cooperation to Combat Scam Networks
In a significant move to combat transnational crime, Thai and Chinese authorities met at the Royal Thai Police Headquarters on January 28, 2025, to strengthen their collaborative efforts against call center scams
1,500-Year-Old Thai Temple Seeks World Heritage Status
The Thai Cabinet has approved a proposal to nominate Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan, a historic Buddhist temple in Nakhon Si Thammarat province, for UNESCO World Heritage status.
Understanding Why Thailand Failed to Tackle PM2.5 Microdust Particles
The blame game has intensified this week after Bangkok achieved the notoriety of being among the 10 most air-polluted major cities in the world for at least three days, according to the IQAir app.
British Man Arrested in Thailand Over 2004 “Lady of the Hills” Murder Case
Thai authorities have arrested David Armitage, 62, at his residence in Nong Bua district, Kanchanaburi province, in connection with the two-decade-old "Lady of the Hills" murder case. The victim was his Thai wife
Thai Princess Adopts “Hachiko of Korat” to Heal the Dog’s Grieving Heart
Princess Siribha Chudabhorn has taken in “Moo Daeng", a dog dubbed the “Hachiko of Korat” for the unwavering loyalty with which her waited for her deceased owner outside a store in Yamo Market in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Thailand Celebrates First Day of Marriage Equality with 1,832 Couple Registers
Thailand marked a historic milestone as 1,832 same-sex couples registered their marriages nationwide on January 23, 2025, the first day of the Marriage Equality Act implementation.
Thai Singer’s Scandal Case Sparks Fresh Debate on Thailand’s 112 Law
Lèse-majesté, or Section 112 of the Criminal Code, which criminalizes defamation of the Thai royal family, has unexpectedly returned to public discourse in Thailand.
Thai Business Giants Vying for Entertainment Complex Licenses
Thai business giants have announced that they are bidding for licenses to operate entertainment complexes to develop a new business area, particularly in Pattaya and Phuket.
Same-Sex Marriage Right in Thailand Should Not Be the End But a Beginning
Many people will rejoice come Thursday, January 23, 2025, when same sex marriage will finally be made legal in Thailand – the first it Southeast Asia.
Thailand’s Population Drops Below 66 Million as Births Hit 75-Year Low
Thailand's population declined by 100,000 in 2024 to 65.95 million, marking a historic demographic shift as annual births fell below 500,000 for the first time since 1949, despite government efforts to promote childbearing
