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Crime, Courts, Calamity

Bad things happen to good people; good things happen to bad people.

Thai Law: Celeb’s Custody Fight Highlights ‘Mother Over Father’ Rule

BANGKOK — In tears, the elfin face of celeb singer Pirat “Mike” Nitipaisakul spoke to the press about how he had to resort to waiting at airports, condo lobbies, and in front of his son’s school – just to see his own child.
Police stand guard at the Democracy Monument on Aug. 16, 2020.

Leaked Plan Shows Police Preparing to Defend Royal Grounds

BANGKOK — Riot police are prepared to use force against the protesters should they fail to steer clear of the royal properties on Saturday, according to an internal document obtained by Khaosod English.

Memelord Makes ‘Uncle Pol’ Dance to Different Music

BANGKOK — Uncle Pol dances. Uncle Pol raises his arms in manly, yet graceful Thai dance. Pressing his lips together as he bobs his head to the music, Uncle Pol thrusts his hips in a shy show of virility.

Tropical Storm ‘Noul’ to Slam into Isaan This Weekend

BANGKOK — Meteorologists said Thursday the northeastern region will be hardest hit by the incoming tropical storm Noul this weekend.

Wonderfruit 2020 is Cancelled Due to Coronavirus

BANGKOK — Find somewhere else to gyrate (or take drugs) while wearing ponchos and Native American headdresses – Wonderfruit Festival is cancelled this year, organizers said Wednesday.

Divers May Have Found US Submarine Lost in WWII South of Phuket

BANGKOK (AP) — Divers have found what they believe is the wreck of a U.S. Navy submarine lost 77 years ago in Southeast Asia, providing a coda to a stirring but little-known tale from World War II.

Deadline for Investigations on Red Bull Heir’s Hit-and-Run Set

BANGKOK (Xinhua) — Thai Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam on Tuesday reiterated that authorities, allegedly involved in mishandling of the high-profile hit-and-run case of a Red Bull family member, have only seven days to hand in their updated investigation reports.
A file photo of tourists crowding Maya Bay in southern Thailand.

Gov’t Adopts Plan to Reopen Country to Foreign Tourists

BANGKOK — The Cabinet on Tuesday formally approved a proposal to permit foreigners to enter the country amid the global coronavirus pandemic that wrecked much of the tourism industry.
An undated file photo of soldiers taking part in a riot control exercise.

‘Leaked Memo’ Claims Army is Mobilizing for Next Protest

BANGKOK — A document shared online alleged that the Royal Thai Army was mobilizing riot control equipment for the major anti-government protest set for Saturday, though an army spokesman denied the accusation.
Buriram United youth players get tested for COVID-19 at the club’s training ground on Sept. 13, 2020.

Officials Can’t Confirm Origins of 2nd Domestic Virus Case

BANGKOK — Health officials on Monday said they have yet to find coronavirus infection among those in close contact with the country’s second domestic patient in a single month, but they can’t establish how he contracted the virus either.

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