Rushing into Casinos
Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat announced that the controversial casino-entertainment complex bill will be a priority when parliament reconvenes in July, despite its fraught history and public opposition. The bill,…
Body of Construction Worker Recovered After 130-Hour Operation in Bangkok
Body of Construction Worker Recovered After 130-Hour Operation in Bangkok BANGKOK – The body of a construction worker who fell into a 19-metre-deep pile foundation hole at a metro project…
Traffic Disruptions in Bangkok as Liverpool Fan Parade Rolls Through City
Traffic Disruptions in Bangkok as Liverpool Fan Parade Rolls Through City BANGKOK – Authorities are urging commuters to plan ahead and seek alternative routes as traffic congestion grips several key…
Stone-Throwing Incident on Phahonyothin Road Raises Alarms Over Motorist Safety
Stone-Throwing Incident on Phahonyothin Road Raises Alarms Over Motorist Safety PATHUM THANI – A disturbing incident involving a stone thrown at a moving vehicle has sparked public concern over road…
Government Tightens Oversight of Non-Degree Courses to Curb Illegal Work by Foreigners
Government Tightens Oversight of Non-Degree Courses to Curb Illegal Work by Foreigners BANGKOK – The Thai government has introduced new regulations to clamp down on the misuse of non-degree academic…
PM Boosts Local Hopes for the Formula 1 Race
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has indicated promising developments regarding Thailand’s efforts to host a Formula 1 street circuit race. The PM met with Stefano Domenicali, CEO of Formula One Group,…
Brake Failure Triggers Fiery Truck Crash on Highway 304
Brake Failure Triggers Fiery Truck Crash on Highway 304 A truck carrying recycled plastic pellets erupted into flames following a brake failure and tyre explosion on Highway 304 in Prachin…
Thai Durian Exports Under Fire Amid Allegations of Vietnamese Mix-In Scheme
Thai Durian Exports Under Fire Amid Allegations of Vietnamese Mix-In Scheme Thailand’s prized durian export industry is facing a major scandal following allegations that cheaper Vietnamese durians were illegally blended…
Cannabis Advocates Slam Medical Certificate Mandate for Users
Cannabis Advocates Slam Medical Certificate Mandate for Users Cannabis advocates are voicing strong opposition to a new Public Health Ministry proposal that would require users to present medical certificates, a…
Bangkok to Roll Out 20-Baht Flat Fare for All Trains by September
Bangkok to Roll Out 20-Baht Flat Fare for All Trains by September Bangkok commuters will soon enjoy a unified 20-baht flat fare across all electric train lines, with full implementation…