Suspected Italian-Thai Workers Camp Arsonist Arrested
BANGKOK — A suspect was arrested Thursday evening in connection with the recent fire at a construction workers camp near Don Mueang Airport.
Socialite Accused of Flaunting Royal Title Goes to Jail
BANGKOK — The Criminal Court on Thursday ordered a businesswoman to be imprisoned for 12 days as she awaits trial on several grave offenses, including, most notably, insulting the monarchy.
Oil Turns White Boats to Brown in Rio Olympic Sailing Venue
A new pollution problem has surfaced in Guanabara Bay, the venue for sailing in the Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
Vanishing Bangkok: What is the Capital Being Remade Into, And For Whom?
BANGKOK — From the labyrinth of toys that was Saphan Lek to the once-blooming sidewalks of the Pak Khlong Talad flower market, – and on and on across the capital, some of the best examples of Bangkok’s vibrant street life are being swept away.
Celeb Finds Not Everyone Amused by Cop-Bribing Story
BANGKOK — A soap opera star who’s spoken out against corruption failed to impress his fanclub Sunday by boasting online that he tried to bribe a police officer.
Tourists Hurt in Floating Market Accident (Video)
SAMUT PRAKAN — More than 20 tourists fell into waist-deep water at a floating market Sunday when a wooden walkway collapsed.
Vendors Paralyze Traffic With Floral Blockade to Protest Eviction
BANGKOK — Traffic near the Pak Khlong Talad market was stopped for three hours Friday night by a blockade of roses, marigolds and garlands as vendors protested their eviction by City Hall.
Shrimp Slaves Still Waiting For Justice After Thai Raid
PATHUM THANI — Nearly eight months ago, migrant worker Tin Nyo Win thought he was doing the right thing — the only thing — to help free his pregnant wife from slavery inside a Thai shrimp peeling shed. He ran for help and prompted police to raid the business, freeing nearly 100 Burmese laborers, including children.
Apichatpong to Rule Oscars as 1st Thai Academy Member
BANGKOK — Apichatpong Weerasethakul, the only Thai filmmaker to win a Palme d’Or, was named today as the first Thai member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Sidewalk Showdown: City Won’t Budge on Ultimatum to Liberate Siam Footpaths
BANGKOK — Owners of street stalls failed to win a reprieve from City Hall yesterday and have until the end of next month to end their occupation of Siam Square’s sidewalks.
