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A Week Later, Authorities Clueless About Who Caused Hua Hin Oil Spill



HUA HIN — Seven days after an oil slick washed up on the beaches of Prachuap Kiri Khan province, authorities have yet to identify anyone behind the spill.

Ten Things that Suck About Bangkok Living



BANGKOK — While continuously voted to be the world’s top destination for tourists for 4 consecutive years, Bangkok ranked 102 out of 140 best cities to live in 2014.

Ball of Emerald Fire Ignites Night Sky (Video)



BANGKOK — It was difficult not to notice the night sky break from its usual form last night to flash in an eerie green glow.

Rags to Riches: The Story of Thailand’s First MMA Champ

The first time Dejdamrong Sor Amnuaysirichoke fought, he was paid just 70 Baht (about USD$2). It doesn'™t sound like much, but to a 10-year-old boy growing up in rural Thailand, it felt like a fortune.

Source of Oil Remains Unknown as Hua Hin Reopens Beach



HUA HIN — After a couple days of cleanup, Hua Hin says its beaches are ready for the weekend while the source of the oil spill remains unknown.

Trashing the Tiara: There’s Nothing Beautiful About Pageants

By Lisnaree Vichitsorasatra
Staff Reporter

BANGKOK — Oh, beauty pageants. Times change; they don’t. Some commercial interest trots out a teenager in a tight gown and bikini to answer questions on the state of world affairs, banking on a sparkling display of wit under pressure.

Gen. Prayuth Meets US Ambassador Davies



BANGKOK — Recently installed U.S. Ambassador Glyn Davies met with junta chairman Prayuth Chan-ocha this afternoon at Government House.

District Chief May Sue ‘Smart Ass’ Vendor Over Viral Clip



BANGKOK — A top city official today said he has advised the district chief of Phra Nakhon to sue the man who uploaded a video clip of a recent confrontation to the internet.

Bangkok 'Tessakit' Threatens to Attitude-Adjust 'Smart Ass' Citizen



BANGKOK — A video posted online today and currently making its way around the net seems to capture a brief encounter between a private citizen and public servant during the demolition of Saphan Lek Market.

Lawsuit Threatened Over Hua Hin Oil Spill (Photos)



HUA HIN — Swimming was still prohibited at Hua Hin today as the beach was closed to clear up an oil spills while the provincial governor said he is prepared to sue the company responsible for fouling the popular resort beach.

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