Govt raises stake in THAI, but will not take direct control
[Bangkok Post] - 12/1/2024
The government is set to raise its stake in Thai Airways International (THAI) but will not return the ailing airline to state enterprise status, according to a cabinet source.
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Excise taxes on cars to be restructured
The Excise Department is preparing restructure tax rates on automobiles to support the transition from internal (…)
[Bangkok Post] - 3/01/2025
A step to bridge language gaps – Police station clarifies appointment of foreign advisors in Na Jomtien
PATTAYA, Thailand – In response to online criticism surrounding the appointment of a Chinese national as an advisor (…)
[Pattaya Mail] - 4/01/2025
Pickup truck stuck on Pattaya Beach sparks public outrage and criticism
PATTAYA, Thailand – A pickup truck was found stuck in the sand on Pattaya Beach, prompting a swift response from (…)
[Pattaya Mail] - 4/01/2025
Elephants steered away from Prachin Buri villages
Parks and wildlife officials say their efforts to prevent wild elephants from intruding on communities in Prachin (…)
[Bangkok Post] - 3/01/2025
Course for Chinese ‘police volunteers’ investigated
The Metropolitan Police Bureau has summoned university lecturers for questioning about a controversial (…)
[Bangkok Post] - 3/01/2025
Malaysia doubles patrols to find Myanmar migrant boats
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia’s coastguard said on Friday that it was doubling patrols in its waters to locate (…)
[Bangkok Post] - 3/01/2025
Nine hurt as illegally cut tree falls on bus
KANCHANABURI: Nine foreign tourists were injured when a roadside tree believed to have been illegally cut suddenly (…)
[Bangkok Post] - 3/01/2025
Has Pattaya really run out of roadside parking?
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya, a bustling city known for its vibrant nightlife, beautiful beaches, and growing tourism (…)
[Pattaya Mail] - 4/01/2025
Man arrested for fatal shooting of Sai Mai police officer
A motorcycle repairman was arrested for allegedly killing a deputy crime suppression chief in Bangkok's Sai Mai (…)
[Bangkok Post] - 4/01/2025
Girl rushed to hospital in illegal fireworks set-off on Jomtien Beach
PATTAYA, Thailand – A seven-year-old girl was injured by fireworks while watching displays on Jomtien Beach in (…)
[Pattaya Mail] - 4/01/2025
Assets of fraud suspect Boon Vanasin targeted
Thai authorities have begun seizing the assets of hospital tycoon Boon Vanasin, who fled the country after allegedly (…)
[Bangkok Post] - 3/01/2025