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Cops probe death of elderly man with Alzheimer’s whose body was found on Thursday in Bangkok

Cops probe death of elderly man with Alzheimer’s whose body was found on Thursday in Bangkok

May 24, 2023

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Tragedy came in the same week as the discovery of a young American tourist trapped in Pattaya’s sewerage system covered in sludge. The man was,… 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 ›

Move Forward’s ‘Government of Hope’ coalition delivers a programme promising a new charter

Move Forward’s ‘Government of Hope’ coalition delivers a programme promising a new charter

May 22, 2023

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Thailand’s proposed ‘government of hope’ would be committed to upholding and protecting the status of Thailand’s revered monarchy. The comprehensive new programme leaves parties also… Read More ›

Jatuporn warns Pheu Thai may be turned as he predicts a political impasse. Should wait for 2024 

Jatuporn warns Pheu Thai may be turned as he predicts a political impasse. Should wait for 2024 

May 21, 2023

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The surprise election result has raised the stakes in Thai politics as the public has voted for a party that wants to see political accountability… Read More ›

Family of Chinese businessman threaten to lynch suspects and refuse to believe prostitution story

Family of Chinese businessman threaten to lynch suspects and refuse to believe prostitution story

May 20, 2023

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Police were told by the killer that the 43-year-old man had repeatedly engaged the services of underage 17-year-old prostitute Nong Fai from Satun province and… Read More ›

Phuket speedboat involved in Tuesday’s accident was seaworthy but charges may still be filed

Phuket speedboat involved in Tuesday’s accident was seaworthy but charges may still be filed

May 19, 2023

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Accident is a timely reminder of the need for tighter controls and screening of boat skippers in Phuket and other tourist hotspots in Thailand after… 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

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

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 ›

Closer ties between Bangkok and Shanghai hailed with recent visit of powerful Chinese Mayor

Closer ties between Bangkok and Shanghai hailed with recent visit of powerful Chinese Mayor

May 16, 2023

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A top Thai official sees stronger links between China and cooperation between Thai and Chinese entrepreneurs as critical to the future industrial development of the… 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 ›

Move Forward Party’s good election result leaves uncertainty as to who will form the next government

Move Forward Party’s good election result leaves uncertainty as to who will form the next government

May 14, 2023

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

The results were good news for the Bhumjaithai Party and Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and may be seen as a rejection of Mr Chuwit… 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 ›

Ukrainian boy flown to Bangkok as family and supporters raise ฿3 million to help fund his medical care

Ukrainian boy flown to Bangkok as family and supporters raise ฿3 million to help fund his medical care

May 12, 2023

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Cost of intensive care treatment runs at ฿130,000 per day placing intolerable financial strain on the boy’s mother and family in addition to the worry… Read More ›

Move Forward leader denies claims he held shares in media company barring him as a Bangkok MP 

Move Forward leader denies claims he held shares in media company barring him as a Bangkok MP 

May 10, 2023

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Allegations against the Move Forward Party leader, if taken up by the Election Commission and forwarded to the Constitutional Court, could see him barred from… Read More ›

Crackdown on foreign tourism abuses with police in hotspots targeting Chinese and Russian gangs

Crackdown on foreign tourism abuses with police in hotspots targeting Chinese and Russian gangs

May 8, 2023

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The crackdown involves targeting firms licensed in the foreign tourism sector run by foreigners that are not on a pre-approved list while police in tourist… 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

Culture, Economy, Foreigners, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thai World:

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 ›

Move Forward Party surging in the polls as the General Election campaign enters its final week

Move Forward Party surging in the polls as the General Election campaign enters its final week

May 7, 2023

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Polls show the current ruling Palang Pracharat Party led by Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan floundering on marginal support levels and well off its former… Read More ›

Thailand: you can leave but you must pay ฿1,000 more. Departures tax hailed as the kiss of death

Thailand: you can leave but you must pay ฿1,000 more. Departures tax hailed as the kiss of death

May 6, 2023

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The new levy is being proposed by the Revenue Department under a 1983 legal provision with public hearings already scheduled for the coming week. It… Read More ›

Two arrested after gang used woman planted at a party to gain access to home of Chinese visitors

Two arrested after gang used woman planted at a party to gain access to home of Chinese visitors

May 5, 2023

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A rapid and quick-thinking response by police investigators, when notified of the armed robbery, led to all members of the gang being quickly tracked down… Read More ›

Ukrainian boy placed on life support after cardiac arrest at a Phuket swimming pool on Tuesday

Ukrainian boy placed on life support after cardiac arrest at a Phuket swimming pool on Tuesday

May 5, 2023

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Doctors say the prognosis for the 10-year-old is poor after the near-drowning incident during which rescuers took 10 minutes to revive him leaving him with… Read More ›