The Overstay Raided, 11 Foreigners Arrested
BANGKOK — The proprietor of an underground nightlife venue was seeking bail Saturday after he and 10 other foreign nationals were arrested in an early morning raid by police and military.
Khaosan Road Never Quieter As Business Takes a Hit (Photos)
BANGKOK — While most bars and restaurants around backpacker destination Khaosan Road have reopened one week after His Majesty the Late King died, its usual loud scene has gone quiet as the supply of tourists has dried up.
Entertainers Go Abroad as Nightlife Struggles During Mourning Period
BANGKOK — It’s not often that Chalasin Duangsupa drops in to strum his guitar at his little coffee shop in the capital’s Prachaniwet area.
Do’s and Don’ts of Mourning Period for Expats and Visitors
BANGKOK — As Thailand begins a new week since His Majesty King Bhumibol’s death led to the declaration of a year-long mourning period, foreign tourists and residents might wonder what is okay and what is not.
Entertainment Behind Closed Doors Okay, Gov’t Clarifies
BANGKOK — Officials have clarified that entertainment in the private sector is free to continue if it takes place behind closed doors.
Hotels Reconsider Lavish NYE Party Plans
BANGKOK — Some luxury hotels in the Ratchaprasong area said they will likely cancel their New Year's Eve parties in light of the death of His Majesty the King.
Bangkok, Famed Capital of Free-Wheeling Fun, Goes Dark Indefinitely (Photos)
BANGKOK — In Bangkok's red light district Soi Cowboy, 7pm is usually the beginning of a long, neon night of music and enticement. But on Thursday’s historical night of Oct. 13, it was the end.
Khaosan Road: Open But Silent (Photos)
BANGKOK — In the aftermath of HM King’s death Thursday, tourist hub Khaosan Road has become a much more subdued version of itself.
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What’s Canceled, Closed and Open in Bangkok During Mourning Period (Updated)
BANGKOK — In the wake of His Majesty King Bhumibol’s death Oct. 13, the authorities have called for 30 days without entertainment.
Go Minimal, Techy Tonight With UK’s ‘Commix’ at Live RCA
All this gloomy weather has slowed traffic and gotten everyone in a shitty mood. I don't blame y’all, it's not like we can escape on an-all expense paid trip to Hawaii. Hopefully this column can be a lighthouse guiding you through the darkness of Bangkok's flooded streets this weekend.
