Russia’s invasion of Ukraine serves as a reminder of how autocracies disregard human rights and peaceful resolution of international disputes. Taiwan, facing numerous challenges posed by China, highlights the need to deter…
Bangkok governor Chadchart to attract growth from multinationals
Picture courtesy of Somchai Poomlard: Chadchart Sittipunt, the governor of Bangkok, plans to turn the city into a hub for multinational corporations in order to boost the economy and create jobs. He…
Teenager severely burnt in molotov cocktail attack in Pattaya
Picture courtesy of Pattaya Rescue Facebook In a shocking incident in Pattaya, a 16-year-old teen was brutally attacked with a Molotov cocktail. The attack, which occurred in the early hours of the…
Drought forcing elephants to venture further in search of food and water
Acute water shortages in Huai Kha Khaeng wildlife sanctuary have forced elephants to venture out and search for water and food on surrounding farmland. The sanctuary has been experiencing a water shortage…
Severe drought in Uthai Thani prompts wildlife migration, risks for locals
Uthai Thani’s Huay Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary is experiencing a severe drought due to the El Nino phenomenon, causing animals, including elephants, to migrate in search of food. The sanctuary’s breeding station…
Police Arrest Thai Man for Running Online Sex Show to Chinese Subscribers
Police in Bangkok have arrested a Thai man for allegedly livestreaming a sex show on a Chinese application. The suspect, Sompong Sae-yung, was charged with making and distributing pornographic content for commercial…
The Stinking Smell of Pheu Thai Party and Srettha Administration
The Srettha Administration in Thailand got off to a controversial start when architect Duangrit Bunnag organized a feces throwing event in Bangkok. Duangrit had made a public vow that the ruling Pheu…
Sixteen Chinese Nationals Arrested in Call Center Scam Raid in Pattaya
Sixteen Chinese nationals were arrested after police raided a villa in Nongprue conducting what police suspect to be an illegal online gambling operation. The raid was a result of a tip-off received…
AEC meeting to discuss digital economy and sustainability for ASEAN
The ASEAN Economic Council (AEC) meeting in Indonesia will focus on discussing the progress of the Digital Economic Framework Agreement (DEFA) and preparations for the upcoming 43rd ASEAN Summit. Representatives from Thailand,…
Hundreds of Malaysian tourists stranded at Sadao district border checkpoint
Hundreds of Malaysian tourists were left stranded at the Thai-Malaysian border checkpoint in Sadao district, Songkhla province, after Malaysian immigration officials closed the checkpoint at 11pm. Around 200 cars and buses were…