Bangkok’s Tallest Building Opens Skywalk
BANGKOK — The nation’s tallest skyscraper now has the highest rooftop bar and skywalks in the kingdom.
Royal Consort Sineenat Stripped of Royal Ranks
BANGKOK — A palace order issued Monday stripped Royal Noble Consort Sineenat Wongvajirapakdi of her royal and military ranks for alleged acts of gross insubordination.
Women Banned From Police Academy Starting 2019
Without explanation, the police cadet academy announced Sunday it will only admit men starting next year.
JJ Green Market to Close Forever in 2 Weeks
BANGKOK — After Sept. 13, not a single vendor will be found at a famous night market in the capital.
Some Hospitals Apply ‘Farang Pricing’ for Coronavirus Testing
BANGKOK — At least two hospitals in Bangkok are charging foreigners more for coronavirus tests, a survey found on Monday.
Superstar Cop ‘Big Joke’ on His Rise and Plans for Expats, Visas
BANGKOK — The announcement that Thailand’s best-known police officer had arrived sent gasps of shock across a news conference at Royal Thai Police headquarters.
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Thailand Reports Record-Breaking 500 New Virus Cases
BANGKOK — Health officials said 548 new coronavirus infections were found in connection with the outbreak at Thailand’s largest wholesale seafood market.
Health Minister: ‘Dirty’ Europeans Pose Virus Risks to Thailand
BANGKOK — A Twitter account reportedly operated by Health minister Anutin Charnvirakul doubled down on his discriminatory remark on Western tourists, saying that they are “dirty” and more likely to spread coronavirus than Asians.
Tropical Storm Pabuk to Cleave Thai South From Stem to Stern
BANGKOK — Disaster officials were holding emergency meetings Wednesday to prepare for a newly upgraded tropical storm that is bearing down on the south of Thailand.
Rama X Names First Royal Consort in Almost a Century
BANGKOK — King Rama X has bestowed a major-general the title of Royal Noble Consort, the first instance of the title being handed down...
