Junta Solicits Opinions on Referendum from Redshirt Politicians
BANGKOK — Three top leaders of the Redshirt movement met individually with army officers today after being invited to share their opinions on the junta’s national reform efforts.
Rohingya Crisis Tests ASEAN's Patience
BANGKOK (DPA) — When Myanmar began a gradual reintegration into the international community in 2011, after decades of isolation under a military regime, some saw it as a reward for the patience of the regional grouping called ASEAN.
Thai Man Dies After Being Struck by Elephant in Rayong
RAYONG — A 28-year-old man has died in the hospital after being pierced by an elephant's tusks on a beach in eastern Thailand this week.
Boat Captain Speaks on Alleged Payment from Australian Coast Guard
JAKARTA (DPA) — The captain of a boat carrying asylum seekers insisted he was paid by Australian officials to turn back to Indonesia, speaking in front of media for the first time Wednesday, amid a growing spat between Jakarta and Canberra over the alleged incident.
Boat Captain Speaks on Alleged Payment from Australian Coast Guard
JAKARTA (DPA) — The captain of a boat carrying asylum seekers insisted he was paid by Australian officials to turn back to Indonesia, speaking in front of media for the first time Wednesday, amid a growing spat between Jakarta and Canberra over the alleged incident.
Boat Captain Speaks on Alleged Payment from Australian Coast Guard
JAKARTA (DPA) — The captain of a boat carrying asylum seekers insisted he was paid by Australian officials to turn back to Indonesia, speaking in front of media for the first time Wednesday, amid a growing spat between Jakarta and Canberra over the alleged incident.
Royal Assistant to Former Princess Sent to Remand Prison
BANGKOK — After spending a week in custody at an army barrack, a close aide to the Thai Crown Prince's third ex-wife has been sent to prison to await trial on charges of insulting the monarchy.
Mother and Son in Coma After Eating Puffer Fish, Official Says
MAHA SARAKHAM — Two people have been admitted to the emergency room at a hospital in Maha Sarakham province after eating toxic puffer fish yesterday.
Cops Hunting Down Counter-Coup Rumormongers
BANGKOK — Thai police say they are tracking down whoever is behind a rumor about an impending counter-coup against the military junta that seized power from an elected government one year ago.
China to Start Construction on Reclaimed Land in South China Sea
BEIJING (DPA) — China's land reclamation in the South China Sea will "be completed in the upcoming days," the Foreign Ministry said Tuesday, as the project has increased tensions in disputed areas.
