New Buzz Cuts Imposed on All Thai Police, Soldiers
BANGKOK — The police and the army – already known for short hair – have been told to go even shorter.
Elderly Thai Poor to Get Booze Tax Boost
BANGKOK — That next lager or ciggie could help put some food on grannie’s table.
Pravit Rojanaphruk Receives Press Freedom Award
NEW YORK — Khaosod English senior staff reporter Pravit Rojanaphruk was presented a prestigious press award Wednesday by an American organization dedicated to the freedom of journalists worldwide.
Cabinet Reshuffle Pinned on Junta Economic Fails
BANGKOK — When deputy junta chairman Prawit Wongsuwan was asked by reporters Wednesday if he believed the rumors his job is on the line, he had only one response.
Bangkok Police Block Talk on Vietnamese Rights
BANGKOK — A discussion planned for Wednesday about the violation of human rights in Vietnam at a press club was ordered canceled by the authorities.
Student’s ‘Ignorant Thailand’ Banner Impresses, Outrages
BANGKOK — A photo of a banner displayed by students at a football match between two of Thailand’s top schools remained a hot topic Monday on social media.
Top Palace Official Expelled For ‘Evil Acts’
BANGKOK — His Majesty the King has ordered all royal decorations stripped from a top palace aide who was expelled earlier this week, according to a late Friday night government notice.
Charter Referendum: Man Convicted For Yelling ‘Don’t Vote’
UBON RATCHATHANI — A 48-year-old Isaan man was convicted by a court Friday for urging people not to vote in last year’s junta-organized constitutional referendum.
Amid Political Tension, N. Korea and Malaysia Meet in Thailand
BURIRAM — Amid political tension between the two countries, North Korea and Malaysia are about to face each other in a pair of Asian Cup qualifiers in neutral Thailand.
Former Senator to Sue Junta for Politics Ban
BANGKOK — A Pheu Thai politician said Thursday he will sue the ruling junta for retaining its three-year long ban on political activities.
