Starbucks Required to Pay B1.68 Billion for Hot Tea Spillage
Starbucks has been ordered to pay $50 million (1.68 billion baht) to a customer who suffered burns from a hot tea spill in a California drive-through. Michael Garcia’s attorneys reported…
Visa-Free Stay in Thailand Reduced to 30 Days
The duration of visa-free stays in Thailand is set to be shortened from 60 days to 30 days, as relevant authorities have agreed in principle to this change in an…
Newcastle End 70-Year Trophy Wait with League Cup Triumph Over Liverpool
LONDON – Newcastle United ended their long domestic trophy drought in style, defeating Liverpool 2-1 in the League Cup final at Wembley Stadium on Sunday. Goals from Dan Burn and…
Casino Project Poses Political Risks for Pheu Thai Government
The Thai government’s push for casino-entertainment complexes has sparked fresh opposition, with concerns that the move could significantly damage the credibility of the Pheu Thai-led administration. Opposition groups have previously…
Police Reopen Investigation into 2012 Murder of British Teacher in Thailand
West Yorkshire Police have launched a renewed investigation into the brutal attack on British teacher Adam Pickles, who suffered catastrophic brain injuries in Thailand in 2012. Pickles, a former head…
Bangkok Condo Market Faces Challenges with Price Reductions Expected in 2025
The Bangkok condo market is expected to face significant challenges in 2025, as developers struggle with a large inventory of unsold units and pressure from maturing loans totalling over 156…
Thailand Braces for Storms Across 40 Provinces
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a weather alert for today, March 12, warning that heavy rain and strong winds will impact 40 provinces across the country. Bangkok is…
Wat Hua Lamphong: A Temple of Compassion in Bangkok
Nestled in the heart of Bangkok, Wat Hua Lamphong is more than just a place of worship—it is a beacon of generosity and tradition. Known as the “Coffin Temple,” this…
Govt Pushes for Nationwide Minimum Wage Hike to 400 Baht Despite Concerns from SMEs and Inflation
Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn remains determined to raise the minimum wage to 400 baht across Thailand, despite concerns about its potential impact on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and inflation.…
Transport Ministry Announces Major Travel Plans for Songkran, with Fare Reductions and Additional Flights
The Transport Ministry has directed six domestic airlines to lower their fares by 30% and increase their flight frequency by 124 during the Songkran festival, which will take place from…