‘Oyster Mask’ Baffles World, Wins YouTube For 2017
BANGKOK — Sorry, it’s not Ed Sheeran’s carpool karaoke or Lady Gaga’s Superbowl show.
Bitcoin’s Going Nucking Futs, Here’s How to Buy From Thailand
Three months ago today, bitcoin traded at a lofty 140,000 baht (USD$4,000). One month ago, it reached 200,000 baht (USD$6,000). In the past two...
Health Ministry Defends Donating to Health Ministry
BANGKOK — Public health officials defended their donation of 1 million baht to a rockstar running cross country to raise money for public hospitals after people pointed out they were essentially donating to themselves.
Show and Don’t Tell: Gen. Prawit Won’t Explain His Bling Watch to Public
BANGKOK — The second in command of the ruling junta said Wednesday he’s willing to discuss his taste for luxury wristwatches with an anti-corruption agency, but not the public – and certainly not reporters.
The Army Has a New Mascot. Run For Your Lives.
BANGKOK — A mascot designed by the defense ministry to promote national reconciliation has instead creeped out social media.
Junta Deems ‘Distorted News’ Newest Health Issue
BANGKOK — Thailand's military government says it is fighting a new threat to public health: distorted news reports.
Butt-Baring Tourists Charged with Indecency
BANGKOK — Butts. Everyone’s got one – but that doesn’t mean everyone wants to see them.
Miss Universe Maria’s Flub on ‘Social Movement’ Stirs Debate
BANGKOK — Although Thailand’s Miss Universe contestant did not snag the crown Monday morning in Las Vegas, her final-round answer about social movements sparked...
Maxim Model Goes to Police Over Online Prostitution Claim (Video)
BANGKOK — A former Maxim model filed a complaint Friday against a Facebook page for misusing one of her photos to allege she had become a prostitute.
Thais Vandalize Ancient UNESCO Site in Jordan
MADABA, Jordan — A Thai high school made its mark on an ancient historical site in Jordan, inviting an outpouring of shame that prompted the principal to return to the scene to erase the graffiti.
