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America has its first pope. Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago becomes Pope Leo XIV, marking a historic shift in the Catholic Church. A known reformer… Read More ›
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Two Corrections Department doctors suspended and a third censured over Thaksin’s hospital stay. Medical Council cites serious ethical breaches. Final decision rests with Health Minister.… Read More ›
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Australian wheelchair tourist Keith Williams, 65, was robbed of over ฿15,000 by a Thai woman he met on Pattaya Beach and invited to his hotel.… Read More ›
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Thaksin Shinawatra was refused permission to fly to Qatar despite the Emir’s invitation. His lawyer said he hoped to meet Donald Trump there. The ex‑premier… Read More ›
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Bernard Trink, the brash, unforgettable “Night Owl”, spent decades chronicling Bangkok’s seedy red-light boom. His fearless column shaped the city’s global image, scandalised critics, thrilled… Read More ›
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US academic Paul Chambers is challenging his dismissal from Naresuan University and the revocation of his visa after Thai prosecutors dropped royal defamation charges. His… Read More ›
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More arrests are expected over the collapse of the Auditor General’s building, including an engineer. The death toll may reach 100, with investigators uncovering issues… Read More ›
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Irishman taken in after violent brawl with Soi 6 bar hostesses in Pattaya early Wednesday. The 29-year-old was found injured and bleeding. Police are reviewing… Read More ›
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Anutin turns the heat up on Paetongtarn’s casino push, calling for a national referendum after a 520-rai Bangkok Port site was revealed for a mega… Read More ›
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Two Brazilian tourists were arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport with ฿22 million worth of cocaine hidden in secret luggage compartments. The pair arrived via Paris from… Read More ›
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Seven Russian tourists were hospitalised after eating wild fruit at a Surat Thani park. The mildly poisonous “Three Friends Fruit” caused vomiting, chest pain, and… Read More ›
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Homeless German man dumped by his Thai wife in Pattaya reignites fierce debate on Thai-foreigner marriages, age gaps and rising cross-cultural unions as officials step… Read More ›
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PM Paetongtarn urges calm over Southern unrest but vows to track insurgents after 4 civilians—including a child and blind woman—were gunned down and a police… Read More ›
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CP chief Suphachai Chearavanont calls for deeper US ties, small nuclear reactors, and legal casinos. He wants to see Thailand become Southeast Asia’s top data… Read More ›
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DSI probe into 2024 Senate election sparks firestorm as explosive claims, forced confessions and political fallout rock government. Ministers face a court challenge while investigators… Read More ›
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Australian tourist flying from Bali to Phuket arrested at Bangkok airport over armed robbery warrant issued just a day earlier. Thai biometric alert system flagged… Read More ›
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A British tenant fled a luxury Pattaya home leaving behind wreckage, unpaid bills, and a strong marijuana smell. The Thai landlord found the property in… Read More ›
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Rebel militias storm Lao army outposts opposite Chiang Rai, killing five soldiers and isolating villages. Thai forces step up patrols after stray bullets hit homes.… Read More ›
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Thailand under fire as PM Paetongtarn teases ‘secret deal’ with US amid stalled talks, rising tariffs, and growing pressure from rivals. As China warns against… Read More ›
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Phuket police are hunting a white foreign driver who went on a road rage rampage, slapping a motorist, ramming a van then fleeing both scenes.… Read More ›
Royal Thai Army moves to halt free for all illegality that has long plagued the Thai-Cambodian border 
Pheu Thai and the People’s Party to talk about an Orange Red alliance to elect Chaikasem Nitisiri as PM 
American teacher arrested in Suphan Buri for sexual abuse of a 13-year-old girl, a pupil in his class 
Anutin plays his hand for the Premiership, but only one thing is sure. Thailand is in a political crisis 
Acting PM Phumtham storms from critical Police Commission meeting over promotions controversy 
Pichai and Pheu Thai plan a seismic shift in Thailand’s economy, one that directly impacts foreign expat residents 
Lifeguards end up fighting for their own on Nai Harn Beach this Monday after Kuwaiti tourists saw red 
Sixth Thai soldier loses foot from new mine planted by Cambodia. Army commanders planning a response 
New boss at top Thai economic agency from October 1 at the same time as new Central Bank Governor 
AIDS/HIV temple at the centre of massive fraud and embezzlement as top monk disrobes and confesses 
Bolt driver in Phuket arrested for sexually assaulting young South African teacher, a female passenger 
Top Thammasat economist warns plan to import Sri Lankan migrant workers cannot replace Cambodians 
Thailand’s position recognised as Swedish Gripen Jets deal to be signed on Monday midday in Stockholm 
Prime Minister Paetongtarn faces her fate as she files closing argument and will be in court on Friday 
Insurgency erupts again in South with bold and brazen attacks on security forces shielded by border 
Tragedy, heartache and real pain off Phuket’s idyllic beaches as more die and the Blue Dragon threatens 
Thaksin’s lawyer warns appeal against the ex-PM’s acquittal on Friday must be based on significant points of law 
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