Gov’t Rejects Proposal to Postpone May Holidays
BANGKOK — The Cabinet on Tuesday voted down a proposal by the coronavirus taskforce to postpone all public holidays in May.
Daily New Infections Drop Below 10 Again, But 2 More Died
BANGKOK — The number of new coronavirus cases in Thailand dropped below 10 for the second consecutive day, though two more people died of the disease, the government said.
Thailand to Host 2021 Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games
KUWAIT CITY (Xinhua) — The 6th edition of the Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games (AIMAG) will be held by Thailand in 2021, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) announced here on Monday.
Kremlin: No ‘Official Info’ on North Korean Leader’s Health
MOSCOW (TASS) — The Kremlin has no official information on North Korean leader Kim Jong-un’s health, Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Tuesday.
Trump Urges States to Consider Opening Schools Before Summer
President Donald Trump says states should “seriously consider” reopening their public schools before the end of the academic year, even though dozens already have said it would be unsafe for students to return until the summer or fall.
Finding Joy Amid Pandemic’s Anxiety and Heartache (Photos)
Joy is visible during the pandemic, just not with the usual, recognizable cues.
British PM Johnson Returns to Work After Coronavirus Recovery
TOKYO (Kyodo) — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson returned to work Monday after recovering from the new coronavirus that led to his hospitalization about three weeks ago, warning the public not to let their guard down amid the pandemic.
Questions Over Kim’s Health Highlight Intelligence Limits
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s prolonged public absence has led to rumors of ill health and worries about how it could influence the future of what one analyst calls Northeast Asia’s “Achilles’ heel,” a reference to the North’s belligerence and unpredictable nature.
Coronavirus: Prachuap Temples Say They’re Running Out of Food
PRACHUAP KHIRI KHAN — Buddhist temples in a southern province are asking for help from the government on Monday because they are running out of donations and food due to the coronavirus pandemic.
4 More BTS Green Line Stations to Open on June 3
BANGKOK — Four more BTS stations extending towards the northern suburbs of Bangkok are expected to open in June.
