Health Officials Cast Doubts on Aussies’ ‘Pad Thai Nightmare’
BANGKOK — The Ministry of Public Health on Thursday disputed a claim by an Australian couple that they contracted a serious virus from eating pad thai while vacationing in Thailand two years ago.
Student Charged With Assault For Kicking 15-Year-Old Into Coma
NAKHON PATHOM — A student has been charged with physical assault for allegedly kicking a 15-year-old underclassman into a coma, according to an anti-hazing activist on Wednesday.
Thong Jamsri, Thailand’s Last Communist Leader, Dies at 98
BANGKOK — An ex-leader of the Communist guerrilla movement, who later took up the cause of democratizing Thailand, died today at the age of 98.
Concrete Panel Falls from BTS Ari Onto Bus Stop Below
BANGKOK — A piece of concrete panelling fell from BTS Ari station Wednesday morning, luckily injuring none.
High Schooler Kicked Into Coma During SOTUS Hazing, Family Says
NAKHON PATHOM — A 15-year-old is on life support Monday after upperclassmen kicked him into a coma during a SOTUS hazing ritual to receive a class bracelet.
Five Baby Hornbills Rescued From Wildlife Trader’s House
NARATHIWAT — A suspected wildlife trader was arrested Saturday in Narathiwat province after authorities raided his house and found five baby hornbills, a protected and endangered bird.
South Korean Actress Charged for Catching Giant Clams
BANGKOK — A South Korean actress has been charged in southern Thailand with catching endangered giant clams while participating in a reality TV show.
Fugitive Busted After Busting Dance Moves on Facebook Live
UTHAI THANI — People should be careful about sharing their lives on social media – especially if you’re a fugitive running from the law.
Local Official Accused of Pedophilia Resigns, Cites Sickness Instead
PHANG NGA — A district official who allegedly appeared in a clip fondling a girl has instead blamed paralysis for his resignation.
‘Farangs’ Take Down Royal Insignia in Resort Town
MAE HONG SON — Foreign tourists were found behind damage to a royal insignia flag in the northern resort town of Pai on Monday.
