Tikibar Brings Big Island Chill To Bangkok
After years of lending his pipes and acting chops to dub the voice of a famous British television chef for four years and counting, Jakarat “Eart” Chotdamrong, 37, got so into character that he took what seemed the next logical step.
Historic French Ambassador’s Residence Opens to Public Sunday
BANGKOK — The French ambassador’s residence, arguably the most historically significant such home in Bangkok, will open to the general public Sunday for a...
The Treasure Hunter Recovered the Client’s Decade-Old Bracelet
BANGKOK - On December 1, Mr. Pat, the owner of the treasure hunting Facebook page, managed to find a customer's missing bracelet that had...
Tech Geeks to Ravish Pantip Plaza 2.0
BANGKOK — Those who liked Bangkok's original IT mall for its run-down, Blade Runner feels may be surprised next month when Pantip Plaza finishes...
Activists Arrested After Suing Junta Chairman for 2014 Coup
BANGKOK — Four anti-coup activists were detained by police after filing a lawsuit that accused coup-leader and junta chairman Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha of committing high treason for overthrowing an elected government one year ago.
Airport Food Too Pricey? Tourism Minister Says He Doesn’t Eat There
BANGKOK — The new top tourism official had some straight talk for anyone unhappy about airport food prices: Don’t eat at the airport.
Chinese Faces at 80th Venice International Film Festival
VENICE Sept. 3 (Xinhua) -- Among global stars shining at the 80th annual Venice International Film Festival these days, Chinese actors, actresses and directors...
Football Parade Organizers Rebuff Army's Censorship Request
BANGKOK — Organizers of Thammasat University's annual football parade have snubbed the Thai army's request to cancel the parade because of its political nature.
Money Raised for ‘Fair Trial’ of Koh Tao Murder Suspects
BANGKOK — A migrant workers’ rights group has launched an online fundraising effort to ensure a fair trial for the two Burmese men accused of murdering British tourists in southern Thailand last month.
Trade in Those MRT Cards or Lose the Money
BANGKOK — Those with an MRT stored value card in their pocket have until the last day of June to trade it in for the new one needed to ride future routes.