Footage of Activist’s Assailants Released
BANGKOK — A security camera footage released by an opposition MP shows moments of an attack on a pro-democracy activist, which still left him in serious condition Sunday.
National Action Plan for Human Rights and Businesses Won’t be Mandatory
BANGKOK — Thailand is working on a National Action Plan to encourage the private sector to respect human rights – but critics fear it won’t be effective if it’s not legally binding.
Activist ‘Ja New’ in Critical Condition After Assault
BANGKOK — A pro-democracy campaigner remains in critical condition after he was attacked by a group of unidentified men on a street in northeast Bangkok today, his mother said.
Police Shut Door on Big Joke’s Return
BANGKOK — Senior police officials on Thursday rejected a proposal to reinstate a police rank to former immigration chief Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn.
MPs Can Borrow Watches, Anti-Graft Officials Rule
BANGKOK — Yes, it’s okay for politicians to borrow ultraluxury watches from friends and not list them in transparency filings, the anti-corruption agency said Wednesday.
History Buff Youtuber Pitchforked Over Old Tweets About 112
BANGKOK — A Thai Youtuber’s video about witch-hunting in the Middle Ages became a trial ground after netizens dug up old tweets in which...
Police Won’t Say Why Charges Against Pro-Junta Politico Expired
BANGKOK — Police commanders on Wednesday declined to explain why they failed to arrest a pro-junta politician before insurrection charges against him expired.
Activists Petition MPs to Repeal Junta Orders
BANGKOK — Pro-democracy campaigners on Monday petitioned lawmakers to repeal special orders enacted by the junta after the 2014 coup.
Selling Hope: Refugees Building Small Businesses, New Lives in Thailand
BANGKOK — Bags embroidered with Mhong motifs, notebooks painted with henna patterns, table runners made from Pakistani fabrics. These were just some of the...
Politicos Seize Revolt Anniversary to Call for Charter Amendment
BANGKOK — Opposition politicians on Monday mark the 87th year since the birth of Thai democracy by calling for charter amendments aimed to rid the junta of its influence.
