Fire Leaves Hundreds of Immigrant Workers Homeless
PATHUM THANI — A massive fire burned down parts of a laborers' camp in Pathum Thani province that was home to over 1,000 construction workers, the majority of whom are immigrants from neighboring countries.
Navy, Army Officers Charged with Human Trafficking
BANGKOK — A court yesterday approved arrest warrants for four officers – three from the army and one naval officer – in connection with trafficking of Rohingya refugees in southern Thailand.
The Hong Kong Drum Festival Concludes in Splendour: Passions Run High, and the Beats...
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Hong Kong Drum Festival launched by Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra, the most sought-after event of the...
PCAD’s 'Final Battle' Kicks-Off With Media Intimidation
BANGKOK — Thousands of anti-government protesters are laying siege to nearly all of Bangkok’s state-owned TV stations, demanding that they refrain from broadcasting any “pro-government” coverage.
Miss Universe Thailand Calls Redshirts "Dirty"
BANGKOK – The winner of a national beauty pageant has caused an uproar on social media after critical remarks about the pro-government Redshirts were discovered on her Facebook page.
‘Hengjobshappylife Makelifebetter’ is Alleged Thief’s Real Name, Officials Say
BANGKOK — Officials have confirmed that the bizarre name of an alleged cellphone thief, Hengjobshappylife Makelifebetter, is consistent with Thai name regulations.
Siam Paragon Bombing: Police Hunting Two Suspects
BANGKOK — Police say they are looking for two male suspects in connection with the homemade explosives planted in the heart of Bangkok's financial district on 1 February.
Chilean Globe-Trotting Cyclist Killed in Thailand
NAKHON RATCHASIMA — A Chilean bicyclist on a mission to cycle around the world was hit and killed by a pick-up truck in northeastern Thailand yesterday.
'Abducted' Woman Assisted Terrorist Group, Police Say
BANGKOK — The 36-year-old woman who was taken by soldiers and held incommunicado for nearly a week confessed to unwittingly aiding a terror plot, police say.
‘Smart’ Cards to Finally Live up to Paperless Promise, Junta Vows
BANGKOK — The photocopying business could take a hit as the junta promised yesterday that photocopies of ID cards or home registrations will no longer be needed at government agencies next year.