UDD Activist Convicted of Lese Majeste For 2010 Speech
BANGKOK — The Court of Appeals has sentenced a prominent Redshirt activist to two years in prison for allegedly defaming His Majesty the King in the speech he gave at a Redshirt rally four years ago.
HRW Official Urges PCAD To Respect Media Rights
BANGKOK — A senior adviser to the Human Rights Watch has criticised anti-government protesters for intimidating several state-owned media outlets in Bangkok today.
Senate Speaker Silent On 'PM Prayuth' Rumour
BANGKOK — The Senate Speaker has refused to comment on the allegation that Thailand's army chief is being considered as a candidate for the position of Prime Minister.
Shock and Anger on Koh Tao Over Murder of Two Britons
BANGKOK — Locals on the resort island of Koh Tao were left stunned by yesterday's grisly murder of two British tourists, as other foreign travelers reportedly leave the island in droves.
Authorities Scramble, In Vain, To Curb Loy Krathong Sky Lanterns
BANGKOK – Thais across the country are launching thousands of lanterns into the sky to celebrate Loy Krathong this week despite pleas from authorities who say the lanterns are hazardous.
Two Suspected Southern Separatists Arrested, Two Escape
NARATHIWAT— Security officers say they have arrested two separatist insurgents responsible for launching numerous attacks in Thailand's southern border provinces.
Photo of Suthep's 'Armed Escort' Explained
BANGKOK – The armed men seen standing next to conservative Thai activist-turned-monk Suthep Thaugsuban were not his personal guards, the monk’s brother said today.
Tourism Ministry Plans Nationwide Toilet-Cleaning Day
BANGKOK — Thailand’s Minister of Sports and Tourism says that cleaning public restrooms in major transport hubs across the country is a top priority for the agency this year.
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.
Native & Foreign Boxers Honour Muay Thai Legend
(17 March) Today both Thai and foreign boxers took part in an annual ceremony to honour a legendary Muay Thai hero in Ayutthaya province.