Premchai in Court Tomorrow for Black Panther Trial
KANCHANABURI — Construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta is expected in court Wednesday after the prosecution hears its final witness today in a trial over his and other defendants’ roles in the slaying of a black panther.
First Bangkok Bus Fare Hike in Years Coming 2019
BANGKOK — Transport authorities have approved a hike in bus fares of at least 1 baht starting next month.
France: Alleged Gun Source Given Preliminary Extremism Charges
PARIS — A man suspected of supplying the gun that was used in the shooting attack that killed five people near a Christmas market...
Missouri Poacher Ordered to Repeatedly Watch ‘Bambi’
SPRINGFIELD, Missouri — A Missouri poacher has been ordered to repeatedly watch the movie "Bambi" as part of his sentence for illegally killing hundreds of deer.
The...
Silicon Valley East: Google Plans $1B Expansion in New York
Silicon Valley is becoming Silicon Nation.
Google announced Monday it will spend more than USD$1 billion to build a new office complex in New York...
Thai Designer Defends Working for Award-Winning Laos Costume
BANGKOK — Thailand’s white elephant failed to roar its way to victory at this year’s Miss Universe 2018, but the prize for best national costume nevertheless went to an elaborate dress designed by a Thai.
First Since 2013, Rare Turtle Lays Eggs on Thai Beach: Expert (Video)
PHANG NGA — A prominent marine life expert on Monday said a rare sea turtle had laid almost 100 eggs on a Thai beach for the first time in five years.
King Taksin Palace Open to Public For 2 Weeks
BANGKOK — The palace that served as the center of power for King Taksin’s brief reign is open to the public for free through Dec. 28.
Cambodia’s Biggest Hydropower Dam Now Producing Electricity
PHNOM PENH — Cambodia's largest hydropower project officially began producing electricity Monday as the country tries to increase its energy capacity to reduce energy...
French City Honors Victims of Christmas Market Attack
PARIS — People filled a square in the French city of Strasbourg on Sunday to show respect and sympathy for the victims of last...