23 Chinese Rescued from Capsized Speedboat Off Samet
RAYONG — A speedboat carrying Chinese tourists capsized Thursday off Koh Samet, injuring two.
Romanians, Nigerians Arrested in Cambodian Drug Bust
PHNOM PENH — Cambodian police say they have arrested two Romanians and three Nigerians after seizing nearly 5 kilograms (11 pounds) of methamphetamine from...
Aussie Envoy Mum on His Role in Hakeem Arrest
BANGKOK — The Australian Embassy gave no comment Thursday after the immigration police commander said that Ambassador Allen McKinnon admitted to alerting Thai authorities...
How Fake News and Disinfo Will Affect Thailand’s Election
Though the prospects of misinformation being used effectively are high in a nation with some of the world’s most active social media users, experts believe that – given the circumstances – it’s likely to play out differently and on a smaller scale.
Asian Markets Rise on Hopes for Interest Rate Cuts
SINGAPORE — Asian shares were mostly higher Thursday on news that the Reserve Bank of Australia may cut interest rates, driving hopes that other...
Briton Falls to Death in Balcony ‘Suicide’
PATTAYA — A British national fell to his death near Pattaya last night, police said.
Thailand’s New National Fish Triumphs at Ice Sculpture Contest
SAPPORO, Japan — Less than two days after the fighting fish was declared the nation’s official aquatic animal, a Thai ice sculpting team’s rendition...
Asoke Cat, Rags-to-Riches Thai Cat Celeb, Dies (Updated)
BANGKOK — A cat who rose from humble origins to become one of Thailand’s first internet-famous animals died Wednesday night.
Analysis: Is Kim Jong Un Really Ready to Make a Deal?
TOKYO — President Donald Trump used his biggest stage of the year to announce a second summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
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No Parking? We’ll See About That: Scheming Noodle Vendor
SAMUT SAKHON — Many urban eateries see their share of customers ticketed for parking illegally while getting some food. One such venue came up with a solution: fool customers and police alike into thinking it’s okay to park curbside.
