In Bangkok, Chinese Foreign Minister Wants Quick Start to Railway Project
BANGKOK — China's foreign minister says he hopes construction of a new Thai railway can start immediately so Thailand will have better access to Chinese markets.
Ride-Hailing App Grab Raises $2.5 Billion
JAKARTA — Japan's Softbank and China's top ride-hailing firm Didi Chuxing are pouring USD $2 billion into the latest round of financing by cash-hungry Southeast Asian taxi app Grab.
Was the Public Coerced Into Choosing Ugly Bridge Design?
BANGKOK — Architects raised concern Thursday that the controversial design for a footbridge over the Chao Phraya River was decided upon well before the public was given a chance to weigh in.
No Ads, More Art: Crowdfunders Remake BTS Skytrain
BANGKOK — Put the phone down and look up. That skytrain you’re commuting could be the pioneered mobile art installation.
City Hall Dismisses Concerns Over Chao Phraya Footbridge
BANGKOK — City Hall on Tuesday dismissed concerns over the project to build a footbridge and bike lane across Chao Phraya river, after its...
Govt Approves 179 Billion Baht for Controversial High-Speed Railway Project
BANGKOK — Starting from 2021, traveling from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima province – the gateway town to northeastern region – will take only one hour and 17 minutes, the interim cabinet said Tuesday.
Following Latest RV Fad, Thais Take to Park in Kanchanaburi
KANCHANABURI — The head of a provincial national park said Saturday that it has become the latest favorite spot of recreational vehicles, or RVs, to enjoy their getaway weekend with nature, the head of the park Saturday.
Dozens of Illegal Motorbike Riders Arrested at BTS Mo Chit
BANGKOK — At least 25 unofficial motorcycle taxi operators were arrested Friday at BTS Mo Chit.
MRT Orange Line Construction to Begin Monday
BANGKOK — The first pile will be driven into Ramkhamhaeng Road on Monday for the construction of the MRT Orange Line, expected to bridge...
Woman Says She Lied About Taxi Attack For Money
BANGKOK — A 20-year-old woman said Sunday she had filed a false sexual assault complaint against a taxi driver because she needed money.
