China’s Unpersons: A List of Who Went Missing in 2018
BEIJING — It’s not uncommon for individuals who speak out against the government to disappear in China, but the scope of the “disappeared” has expanded since President Xi Jinping came to power in 2013.
Police Won’t Say if Mutilated Body is Missing Republican
NAKHON PHANOM — Police in the northeast said Monday it’s too early to tell if a dead body found in the Mekong River belongs to a prominent anti-monarchy activist who went missing two weeks ago.
Bangladesh Ruling Coalition Declared Winner of Disputed Vote
Bangladesh's ruling alliance won virtually every parliamentary seat in the country's general election, according to official results released early Monday, giving Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina a third straight term despite allegations of intimidation and the opposition disputing the outcome.
Pink Lotus Swamp Packs in Visitors in Bueng Kan
BUENG KAN — A swamp of pink lotuses and cool temperatures are drawing New Year’s crowds in the northeastern province of Buen Kan.
Goodbye to 2018: What Happened in Thailand in 32 Photos
In the ceaseless stream of information and news, events rise to attention only to be buried in the next news cycle. To get a...
Campers Pitch Tents in Chiang Mai for New Year (Photos)
CHIANG MAI — So many tourists have parked their cars and camped out in the nation’s northernmost national park that people are pitching tents...
Western Dams Safe Despite Three Earthquakes, Officials Say
KANCHANABURI — Officials said Monday all dams situated in the western mountains were unaffected by three earthquakes that struck last night.
King Issues 2019 New Year’s Card
BANGKOK — His Majesty King Vajiralongkorn on Sunday issued a New Year’s Greeting Card to the public.
Chao Phraya and Saen Saep Canal to Get Air-Con Boat Taxis
The operators of tourist boats on the Chao Phraya River announced they will launch air-conditioned commuter boats there and on the Khlong Saen Saep by early 2020.
Chinese Tourist Loses Arm in Sobering Reminder of Thai Road Safety
BANGKOK — Like many others, one Chinese tourist was looking to ring in the new year with a tropical respite. But as happens too...
