Protesters, Politicos Demand No More Election Delays
BANGKOK — Mounting frustration over the growing possibility that Election Day could be postponed yet again have led to resumed protests in the capital.
Anti-Corruption Body Clears Prawit in Watch Scandal by Narrow Vote
BANGKOK — One year after a scandal engulfed the deputy junta leader over his collection of expensive watches, the National Anti-Corruption Commission on Thursday cleared him of any wrongdoing.
Merry X’Mas! Parliament Unanimously Passes Medical Marijuana
BANGKOK — After a years-long struggle and multiple hold-ups, a proposal to legalize marijuana for medical use passed the last legal hurdle required Tuesday and is on its way to become the law of the land.
Cash Rush! Commotion as Crowds Hustle for 500B Holiday Handout
BANGKOK — Chaos erupted in front of Krung Thai Bank offices and ATMs nationwide as crowds flocked to receive a government stipend just in time for the holidays.
Prawit Plays Down Republican Threat
BANGKOK — Deputy junta chairman Prawit Wongsuwan said Friday a Thai republican group believed operating from Laos should not be taken seriously.
BNK Singer Goes to Police Over Sex Toy Pic
BANGKOK —One of the kingdom’s top pop singers filed a police complaint Tuesday against whoever digitally inserted a sex toy into a photo of...
Coronation to Come After Election, Prayuth Says
BANGKOK — His Majesty the King’s coronation ceremony will likely take place after the election, junta chairman Prayuth Chan-ocha said Tuesday.
Thaksin’s Son Declares For Pheu Thai After Years on Periphery
BANGKOK — Panthongtae "Oak" Shinawatra, the only son of fugitive former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, entered politics directly Sunday by ...
Activist Protests Higher Salaries for Generals
BANGKOK — A transparency activist on Friday slammed plans to increase salaries for top military brass.
Junta No. 2 Answers Election Question With Offer of Violence
BANGKOK — Obviously incensed by questions whether oft-delayed elections would happen as planned in February, the deputy junta leader said he would answer such...