Siam, Silom, Sukhumvit Street Markets Shut Down
BANGKOK — Instead of staying home like most of her friends, Pornthipa Boonmart on Wednesday when to the spot on Silom Road where she has sold goods to passers-by for over 30 years.
Flight Attendant Kowtows on Floor to Irate Passenger
BANGKOK — Flight attendants are trained to handle all kind of emergency situations, but being forced to grovel at the feet of disgruntled passengers is probably not on the list.
How to Possess Marijuana Legally in Thailand – Right Now
BANGKOK — Though the distribution of medical marijuana has yet to begin, there’s now a way to legalize one’s stash – Thais and expats alike – provided they have a legitimate use for it.
All Children, Coach Found Alive in Cave
An international rescue team has located all missing youths and their coach in the cave where they went missing nine days ago.
Bangkok Roads to Close 5 Days During King’s Coronation (Maps)
BANGKOK — For five days several roads in the capital city will be closed to traffic for the royal coronation ceremony.
New Queen Appointed Ahead of Coronation
BANGKOK — A former commander of His Majesty the King’s bodyguards was named the new Queen of Thailand today.
A royal command issued on Wednesday,...
4-Year Professional Visas Get Green Light
BANGKOK — A plan to offer four-year visas to highly skilled professionals and investors was endorsed Friday by the Cabinet.
Those who obtain the so-called...
Bangkok Literally Sinking in Sex as Brothels Steal Groundwater
BANGKOK — So much water is used for sex in Bangkok’s brothels that it is contributing to the gradual sinking of Bangkok, officials have warned.
25 Die in Fiery Chonburi Wreck
CHONBURI — Twenty-five people were killed Monday afternoon when a van and truck burst into flames after colliding in the Ban Bueng district of Chonburi province.
Thailand’s New 10-Year Visas Meet Mixed Reactions
BANGKOK — Expats have expressed enthusiasm about the approval of a plan to issue 10-year visas but worry they may be of benefit to few as more details about how they would work have came to light Thursday.
