Customers Awed By Dog-Waiter
NAKHON PANOM — A restaurant in Nakhon Panom province has achieved local fame for employing a dog to fetch bills and deliver change to customers, carrying the banknotes in his mouth.
Official Resurrects Proposed Ban On New Year Booze Sales
BANGKOK — The director of Thailand's Alcohol Control Committee has vowed to push ahead with a proposal to outlaw the sale of alcohol during New Year celebrations.
Asian Countries Top International Achievement Tests in Math, Science
KUALA LUMPUR (DPA) — Asian countries topped international achievement tests in mathematics and science, while African countries lagged at the bottom, according to a report published by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
Fire Scene Cordoned off for Inspection
By Pravit Rojanaphruk
Senior Staff Writer
BANGKOK — Police have cordoned off the 10-story building which caught fire Friday in Bangkok’s Yannawa district to allow for an inspection by officials. The Department of Public Works and Town and Country Planning will assess whether the building can still be used.
Parallel But Ever Apart, Worlds Clash Through Body Movement
BANGKOK — A performing artist portrays the essence of a parallel universe through body movement and expression in a work launching Friday.
Booze and Pills Before Broadcast, Drunk Reporter Confesses
BANGKOK — A television sports presenter admitted Tuesday that he went on the air drunk Saturday after a clip of him stuttering and slurring his words went viral.
Enter Next Month’s 60 Second Film Fest, Win Cash
BANGKOK — It’s not the length that matters; it’s the quality. At least in this case.
Comedian Louis C.K. Accused of Sexual Misconduct
Comedian Louis C.K. has been accused of sexual misconduct toward several women, including masturbating in front of them to their horror and embarrassment, according to a report in The New York Times.
Fruity Diet Stimulates Thai Elephant Reproductive Hormones
BANGKOK - A new study reveals that diet could play a role in the fact that Thai elephant populations are increasing.
Padej Laithong, director of...
Red Politicians Barred From Thaksin's Birthday Bash
BANGKOK — Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has reportedly told political aides to stay away from his 64th birthday party, which is expected to take place in France on 26 July.
