Trump Says He Backs Japan’s Efforts to Talk With Iran
TOKYO — President Donald Trump said Monday that he would back the Japanese prime minister's efforts to open communications with Iran, citing Japan's good...
Prem Tinsulanonda, King’s Advisor and Statesman, Dies at 98
BANGKOK — Former prime minister, ex-army commander and head of His Majesty the King’s advisors died at the age of 98 at hospital in Bangkok on Sunday morning.
Cops Arrest Chinese Guide Posing as Thai National
BANGKOK — A Chinese national was arrested on Thursday for using a Thai ID card to work as a tour guide, police said.
‘Predator’ Meets Samurai, The Joker at Ratchaburi Helmet Shop
RATCHABURI — A former art teacher is enthralling customers worldwide with motorcycle helmets modeled after the famed galactic hunter race.
Although Predator riders are known...
Gov’t to Charge Tourists 100 Baht for Insurance
BANGKOK — Foreign tourists visiting Thailand will soon have to pay 100 baht on arrival on top of any visa fees for their mandatory health insurance, a tourism official said Thursday.
Review: Smith’s Fine in ‘Aladdin.’ Another Guy’s the Problem
It's pretty clear after watching the new live-action "Aladdin" that doubts about Will Smith's casting as the Genie are overblown. It's the guy behind...
Asian, Asian American Heroes to Power Marvel Comics Series
Asian superheroes — assemble.
Marvel Comics is giving ink to an unprecedented team-up of its mightiest Asian and Asian American heroes, also known as the...
US Charges Wikileaks Founder With Publishing Classified Info
WASHINGTON — In a case with significant First Amendment implications, the U.S. filed new charges Thursday against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, accusing him of...
Modi Surges to Victory in India on Hindu-First Platform
NEW DELHI — Charismatic but polarizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi surged to a landslide victory in Indian elections, propelling his Hindu nationalist party to...
Roll up, Roll up! 31,000 Register for Medical Weed
BANGKOK — Over 31,000 people applied to legally keep their marijuana stockpiles for medical use before registration closed this week, health officials said Thursday.
