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NIDA poll shows that political conflict is still on the horizon as US envoy denies interference in election

NIDA poll shows that political conflict is still on the horizon as US envoy denies interference in election

July 2, 2023

Culture, Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

The United States has become a target for conservatives who were roundly defeated in the May 14th General Election and who are expected to quickly… Read More ›

Way cleared for Pita’s election as PM but seeds sown for political conflict with criminal probe under poll law

Way cleared for Pita’s election as PM but seeds sown for political conflict with criminal probe under poll law

June 11, 2023

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Leading legal expert at Thammasat University rubbishes the case against the Prime Minister-elect Pita Limjaroenrat based on case law precedent and Thailand’s civil code relating… Read More ›

Thai Marijuana tycoons ponder mixed messaging from the Move Forward-led coalition on the drug

Thai Marijuana tycoons ponder mixed messaging from the Move Forward-led coalition on the drug

May 31, 2023

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Move Forward deputy leader has given an assurance to operators licenced by authorities in respect of marijuana or cannabis that their businesses will not be… Read More ›

Am Cyanide sues activist who raised alarm over alleged killing spree. Former lawyer summoned

Am Cyanide sues activist who raised alarm over alleged killing spree. Former lawyer summoned

May 24, 2023

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The use of Thailand’s defamation laws which include both civil court and criminal court proceedings, by those accused of wrongdoing even when facing court arrest… Read More ›

US TV late-night star Conan O’Brien to feature Bangkok in HBO travel show in possible tourism boost

US TV late-night star Conan O’Brien to feature Bangkok in HBO travel show in possible tourism boost

May 20, 2023

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The filming of the show took place in May and should help boost Western tourists to the kingdom with figures showing the majority of the… Read More ›

Pita, Move Forward and seven other parties meet in Bangkok and come out smiling, ready to govern

Pita, Move Forward and seven other parties meet in Bangkok and come out smiling, ready to govern

May 18, 2023

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The right noises are being heard with growing support, even among senators, for respecting the democratic mandate with the Move Forward Party being urged, however,… Read More ›

Unlikely rags to riches convict star arrested again in Thailand over online gambling promotion

Unlikely rags to riches convict star arrested again in Thailand over online gambling promotion

May 15, 2023

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Mr Panya rose to fame in a classic movie, based on a bestselling book, about the hard time spent in some of Thailand’s most notorious… Read More ›

Pita plots a new coalition government with Pheu Thai but open conflict has already raised its head in the Senate 

Pita plots a new coalition government with Pheu Thai but open conflict has already raised its head in the Senate 

May 15, 2023

Culture, Economy, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Sunday’s election victory by the Move Forward Party marks a historic shift in Thai politics as the electorate voted for principle and a more progressive… Read More ›

Alleged cyanide killer’s lawyer off the case as police and key witness meet Am Cyanide in prison on Saturday

Alleged cyanide killer’s lawyer off the case as police and key witness meet Am Cyanide in prison on Saturday

May 13, 2023

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Am Cyanide was served a 15th warrant and charged in prison on Tuesday for premeditated murder related to a case going back to 2015. On… Read More ›

Army chief says there is ‘zero’ chance of another coup in Thailand and wants to see positive change

Army chief says there is ‘zero’ chance of another coup in Thailand and wants to see positive change

May 12, 2023

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Royal Thai Army Commander-in-chief emphasised the importance of peace in the country to grow the economy as also the army’s key goal. He said he… Read More ›

Court rejects order against Chuwit as he predicts Bhumjaithai Party to win fewer seats than in 2019

Court rejects order against Chuwit as he predicts Bhumjaithai Party to win fewer seats than in 2019

May 11, 2023

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Political pundits this week however disagreed with Mr Chuwit’s assessment suggesting that the party may return anywhere from 60 to 70 MPs and be a… Read More ›

Dark predictions as the opposition parties look set to sweep to power in next weekend’s General Election

Dark predictions as the opposition parties look set to sweep to power in next weekend’s General Election

May 8, 2023

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Video clip paints a sombre picture of the country’s future as the PM’s party raises the brooding spectre of political instability as it and other… Read More ›

Thai King and Queen return from a well-received and successful trip to London for the coronation

Thai King and Queen return from a well-received and successful trip to London for the coronation

May 7, 2023

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Thai nationals and both King and Queen alike were visibly delighted when they met on Saturday in London at the Thai-owned 5-star hotel in the… Read More ›

Thai King and Queen to be at Westminster Abbey in London for the coronation of King Charles III

Thai King and Queen to be at Westminster Abbey in London for the coronation of King Charles III

May 3, 2023

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The Thai royal couple will join other Heads of State and royalty from Europe and Asia at the ancient ceremony which is being made available… Read More ›

Paetongtarn Shinawatra delivers a baby boy named Thaisin as Pheu Thai spirits are buoyed the new arrival

Paetongtarn Shinawatra delivers a baby boy named Thaisin as Pheu Thai spirits are buoyed the new arrival

May 1, 2023

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Thaksin says he’s coming home! Former business tycoon Srettha Thavisin campaigning in the South on Monday said he understood Mr Thaksin’s heart on the birth… Read More ›

Death of Dame Edna star Barry Humphries leaves the world a far less funny and colourful place

Death of Dame Edna star Barry Humphries leaves the world a far less funny and colourful place

April 25, 2023

Culture, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:

Amid the sadness of the passing of a character who was part of the world’s entertainment firmament for longer than most people have lived and… Read More ›

Blacklisted Frenchman being investigated by police for lèse-majesté activity online over video

Blacklisted Frenchman being investigated by police for lèse-majesté activity online over video

April 24, 2023

Crime, Culture, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:

Yan Marchal found himself in hot water with Thai authorities when living in the kingdom in 2019 and again in 2020 over his online content… Read More ›

Lovesick military cadet thought to have murdered his star girlfriend and taken his life in calamity

Lovesick military cadet thought to have murdered his star girlfriend and taken his life in calamity

April 22, 2023

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The last haunting image of the couple showed the 18-year-old cadet with a death scythe image on the back of his T-shirt as he followed… Read More ›

Dispirited Prayut exits stage left after Chuwit addressed him by megaphone on new liberal cannabis policy

Dispirited Prayut exits stage left after Chuwit addressed him by megaphone on new liberal cannabis policy

April 22, 2023

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Afterwards, General Prayut said he was not angry because of Mr Chuwit’s presence and attributed his frown to the hot weather. He told the press… Read More ›

Far-out café in Nakhon Sawan making lurid dog tick cake fancies can’t keep up as the orders soar

Far-out café in Nakhon Sawan making lurid dog tick cake fancies can’t keep up as the orders soar

April 20, 2023

Culture, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:

A Thai café in northern Nakhon Sawan province has stumbled upon a winning formula for drumming up business by offering its customers confectionery that gives… Read More ›