Miss Grand 2020 Called ‘Ugly’ and ‘Negro’ for Supporting Protests
BANGKOK — The winner of Miss Grand Thailand 2020 pageant contest came under fire Monday from pro-establishment netizens for siding with the anti-government protests.
Japan Newlyweds Can Receive up To 600,000 Yen To Start New Life
TOKYO (Kyodo) — Newly married couples can receive up to 600,000 yen ($5,700) to cover their rent and other costs to start a new life from next April if they live in a municipality adopting Japan's newlywed support program, government sources said Sunday.
Plaque Symbolizing Democracy Removed in Less Than a Day
BANGKOK (AP) — A plaque honoring struggles for democracy in Thailand has been removed less than 24 hours after it was installed by anti-government protesters at a historic royal field in the capital.
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Dies at 87
WASHINGTON (AP) — Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a towering women’s rights champion who became the court’s second female justice, died Friday at her home in Washington. She was 87.
Thailand Reports First COVID-19 Fatality in 97 Days
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — Thailand, which had only witnessed one local COVID-19 transmission in 100 days reported on Friday the first fatality in 97 days.
Thai Law: Celeb’s Custody Fight Highlights ‘Mother Over Father’ Rule
BANGKOK — In tears, the elfin face of celeb singer Pirat “Mike” Nitipaisakul spoke to the press about how he had to resort to waiting at airports, condo lobbies, and in front of his son’s school – just to see his own child.
Leaked Plan Shows Police Preparing to Defend Royal Grounds
BANGKOK — Riot police are prepared to use force against the protesters should they fail to steer clear of the royal properties on Saturday, according to an internal document obtained by Khaosod English.
Memelord Makes ‘Uncle Pol’ Dance to Different Music
BANGKOK — Uncle Pol dances. Uncle Pol raises his arms in manly, yet graceful Thai dance. Pressing his lips together as he bobs his head to the music, Uncle Pol thrusts his hips in a shy show of virility.
New Industrial Estate To Link Isaan With Mekong Nations
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — A new industrial estate, currently under construction in northeastern Thailand, is primarily designed as a logistics and freight forwarding center in connection with neighboring countries, confirmed a senior government official on Monday.
Neither China Nor U.S. Can Handle Virus, Climate Crisis Alone: Diplomat
WASHINGTON (Xinhua) — China-U.S. relations have changed a great deal, and the international community expects that China and the United States should work together on global challenges, Chinese Ambassador to the United States Cui Tiankai has said.
