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
Thai Durian Prices Crash After China’s Chemical Test Rules
Thailand's durian export industry is in a serious crisis after more than 100 containers were rejected by China because the test results for the carcinogenic dye “Basic Yellow 2” (BY2) were missing.
Thailand’s Hachiko: Dog Refuses to Leave Owner’s Last Known Spot
A heartwarming story of loyalty has emerged from Nakhon Ratchasima province, where a Thai dog nicknamed "Moo Daeng" (meaning 'Chinese BBQ pork' in Thai) continues to wait for his deceased homeless owner
Thailand’s Cabinet Approves a Draft Bill to Legalize Casinos to Boost Tourism and Economy
Thailand's Cabinet approved on Monday a draft bill legalizing casinos with the aim of boosting tourism and a sluggish economy
Crackdown on Call Centre Scammers Won’t be Easy for Thailand
Phone, and online, scammers, the so-called “call centre gangs” operating from two neighbouring countries, are getting out of control and severely affecting Thais.
Record £2.15bn Lawsuit Over Leicester City Chairman’s Death
The largest fatal accident claim in English legal history has been filed today at the High Court against helicopter manufacturer Leonardo S.p.A., following the death of Leicester City Football Club's former Chairman
