Deadline for Investigations on Red Bull Heir’s Hit-and-Run Set
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — Thai Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam on Tuesday reiterated that authorities, allegedly involved in mishandling of the high-profile hit-and-run case of a Red Bull family member, have only seven days to hand in their updated investigation reports.
Gov’t Adopts Plan to Reopen Country to Foreign Tourists
BANGKOK — The Cabinet on Tuesday formally approved a proposal to permit foreigners to enter the country amid the global coronavirus pandemic that wrecked much of the tourism industry.
‘Leaked Memo’ Claims Army is Mobilizing for Next Protest
BANGKOK — A document shared online alleged that the Royal Thai Army was mobilizing riot control equipment for the major anti-government protest set for Saturday, though an army spokesman denied the accusation.
Gov’t Hints at Extra Holidays Planned For Nov.
BANGKOK — Deputy PM Wissanu Krea-ngam on Tuesday said the government is considering a plan to declare additional holidays in an effort to encourage domestic tourism.
New Stimulus Package to Boost Spending Amid Tourism Fallout
BANGKOK (Xinhua) — Thailand's Ministry of Finance on Monday said it will roll out new measures designed to boost spending from low-income groups, as well as to support small businesses, which all had been adversely affected by the COVID-19 fallout.
Hong Kong Says It Completes Mass COVID-19 Screening
HONG KONG (Xinhua) — Hong Kong on Monday evening completed its mass COVID-19 screening program launched two weeks ago, with the participation of some 1.78 million residents in total.
Analysis: With Abe’s Exit, Seoul Seeks To Mend Japan Ties
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — It took a bombshell resignation before Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe heard anything nice from South Korea.
Biden Assembles Legal Team Ahead of Divisive 2020 Election
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrat Joe Biden is assembling a team of top lawyers in anticipation of court challenges to the election process that could ultimately determine who wins the race for the White House.
Astronomers See Possible Hints of Life in Venus’s Clouds
Astronomers have found a potential sign of life high in the atmosphere of neighboring Venus: hints there may be bizarre microbes...
Japan Defense Chief Gives Order What to Do on UFO Sightings
TOKYO (Kyodo) — Japanese Defense Minister Taro Kono on Monday instructed the Self-Defense Forces what to do if they sight unidentified aerial objects that could potentially pose a threat to national security.
