US Defense Chief Regrets China’s Decision Not to Meet During Southeast Asian Security Talks
JINTAMAS SAKSORNCHAI, VIENTIANE — U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin expressed regret Wednesday that his Chinese counterpart chose not to hold talks with him...
British Tourist Dies in Phuket Drain After Climbing Barrier
A British tourist was found dead in a drainage channel on Phuket's footpath after climbing over a protective barrier. CCTV footage revealed unusual circumstances.
Thai Court Hands Down Death Sentence in High-Profile Cyanide Murder Case
In a landmark ruling at Bangkok's Criminal Court on Ratchadaphisek Road today, Sararat Rangsiwutthaporn, 36, known as "Am Cyanide," was sentenced to death for the premeditated murder of Siriporn Khanwong, 32.
Thailand Can Transform Shadow Economy with 3-Point Plan, Says Expert
Thailand's informal economy has enormous value but is not included in the calculation of national income, leading to significant inaccuracies in GDP figures. This discrepancy hinders effective economic planning
Southeast Asian Defense Chiefs Meet in Laos as Maritime Disputes with China Are Flaring
Southeast Asian defense chiefs and representatives are meeting in the Laotian capital on Wednesday for security talks at a time of increasing maritime disputes with China in the Asia-Pacific
Australian Tourists Hospitalized in Thailand after Apparent Severe Alcohol Poisoning in Laos
Two Australian tourists are being treated in Thailand for suspected severe alcohol poisoning after consuming tainted drinks in neighboring Laos, Australian media reported Tuesday.
British Tourist Found Injured by Pattaya Roadside, Local Men Claim Self-Defense
Following a report to Pattaya City Police about a tourist being assaulted and left by the roadside on South Pattaya Road Three, suffering a broken nose and bruised eye, it was revealed that he couldn't remember anything due to heavy intoxication.
45 Sentenced to Up to 10 years in Prison in Hong Kong National Security...
Dozens of prominent activists were sentenced to up to 10 years in prison on Tuesday in Hong Kong’s biggest national security case under a sweeping law imposed by Beijing
Suspect Confesses to Killing Wealthy Friend Over Gambling Debts
Police led a female suspect to reenact the murder of her wealthy friend before taking her to a gold shop in Ban Bueng, Chonburi where she sold stolen jewelry. She confessed to acting alone
Chinese Cybercrime Bust in Thailand, Over 700 million Calls Using Fake ’02’ Numbers
Cyber police launched "Operation Bridge Blast" to suppress two major Chinese scammer gangs. One of these gangs had disguised themselves as a legitimate company to register phone numbers '02-xxxxxxx' used to deceive the public.
