Junta To Retain Martial Law: Spokesperson
BANGKOK — Thailand’s military junta will not revoke nationwide martial law any time soon despite the recent formation of a new semi-civilian government, its spokesperson said today.
Saudi Arabia Recalls Top Diplomat From Bangkok Over Court Ruling
BANGKOK — Diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Thailand have suffered yet another setback with the Saudi Arabian government recalling the country’s top diplomat from its embassy in Bangkok over a controversial court verdict.
Prayuth Chan-ocha: Army Chief, Junta Leader, Prime Minister
BANGKOK — The leader of Thailand's 22 May coup has further consolidated power after his rubber-stamp parliament voted him into the position of Prime Minister this morning.
Cambodian Worker Scam Was A 'Misunderstanding,' Police Say
SAMUT SAKORN — New details have emerged suggesting that the 190 Cambodian workers who were left in a paddy field in Samut Sakorn province yesterday morning are not victims of a scam as was previously feared.
More Leaflets Attack Pro-Coup Thammasat University Rector
BANGKOK — Student activists launched a fresh effort today to discredit the rector of Thammasat University for his decision to accept a position in the junta-appointed National Legislative Assembly (NLA) earlier this month.
180 Cambodian Migrant Workers Scammed, Stranded In Thailand
SAMUT SAKORN – Almost 200 Cambodians were stranded outside of Bangkok early this morning after a Thai broker scammed them with the promise of illusory jobs in exchange for 20,000 baht each.
Junta Spokesperson 'Considering' Ice Bucket Challenge
BANGKOK — The spokesperson for Thailand's military junta has requested more time to consider whether he will participate in the viral "Ice Bucket Challenge."
German Bar Owner Murdered On Koh Samui Island
SURAT THANI — A group of Thai teenagers allegedly stabbed a German bar owner to death this morning on the popular tourist island of Koh Samui.
Staunch Junta Supporter Appointed Chief of Thai Police
BANGKOK — A police officer known for his strong support of Thailand’s military junta was appointed chief of the Royal Thai Police this morning.
Junta Leader Nominated For Ice Bucket Challenge
BANGKOK — The leader of Thailand’s military junta, Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha, has less than 24 hours to pour a bucket of ice water over his head.
