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Tourism vs conservation: The controversial cable car plan dividing Thailand
The government has revived controversial plans to build a cable car in Phu Kradeung National Park, a hidden gem whose pristine mountains have long been accessible to hikers only. While... The post Tourism vs conservation: The controversial cable car plan dividing Thailand first appeared on Thai PBS World : The
Published on: 2023-12-11
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House panel hearing Thursday on Thaksin's prolonged hospital stay
The House committee on police affairs will on Thursday consider a complaint questioning former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra continuing stay in the Police General Hospital after being sentenced to a prison term.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
New investor relations panel to boost eastern corridor
The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) Policy Committee, the Board of Investment (BoI) and the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) have agreed to establish a joint panel to serve as an investor relations body, Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit said on Monday.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Covid-19 on the rise again
There were 590 new Covid-19 cases which required hospitalisation from Dec 3-9, the biggest jump in confirmed coronavirus infections since July, the Department of Disease Control reported on Monday.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Two more key Democrat members resign
Another two key members of the Democrat Party have resigned their membership following the party's general assembly on Saturday, when Chalermchai Sri-on was elected leader along with a new executive committee.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Bars can stay open until 6am on New Year’s Day
All pubs and bars across the country will be allowed to stay open until 6am on January 1st as a special case to promote tourism, Traisuree Traisoranakul, spokesperson of the... The post Bars can stay open until 6am on New Year’s Day first appeared on Thai PBS World : The
Published on: 2023-12-11
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Another veteran Democrat quits the party today
Former Democrat MP Sathit Wongnongtaey, who has won seven constituency elections in Trang province, has resigned from the party effective Monday, following in the footsteps of former party leader Abhisit... The post Another veteran Democrat quits the party today first appeared on Thai PBS World : The latest Thai news
Published on: 2023-12-11
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Former boxing champion Somrak denies rape allegation
Former Olympic boxing gold medallist Somrak Kamsing has denied charges of sexual assault, filed against him by a 17-year-old girl in the north-eastern province of Khon Kaen. The allegations were... The post Former boxing champion Somrak denies rape allegation first appeared on Thai PBS World : The latest Thai news
Published on: 2023-12-11
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Bangkok and suburbs suffering excessive levels of PM2.5 pollution
Excessive levels of PM2.5 dust have been measured in 71 areas of Bangkok and its peripherals in the past 24 hours, with the highest level being recorded in Paknam sub-district... The post Bangkok and suburbs suffering excessive levels of PM2.5 pollution first appeared on Thai PBS World : The latest
Published on: 2023-12-11
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Bars open until 6am on Jan 1
Places of entertainment will be allowed to remain open all night for the New Year celebrations, until 6am on Jan 1, the Interior Ministry announced on Monday.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Auto checkout at Suvarnabhumi for foreigners from Friday
Automatic channels for passport checks for out-bound foreign passengers at Suvarnabhumi airport will be available from Dec 15, to speed up boarding of departure flights, Immigration Bureau chief Pol Lt Gen Itthipol Itthisanronnachai said on Monday.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Sorry, brew: Thai Airways apologizes for coffee spill incident
Thai Airways is investigating an incident involving a hot coffee spill that injured a passenger on a recent flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. The airline has issued a statement expressing its sincere regret for the incident and promising compensation for the affected passenger.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Coconuts Bangkok
Olympic boxing medallist Somluck faces sexual assault charge
A 17-year-old girl has filed a complaint with Muang Khon Kaen police in the northeastern province of Khon Kaen, accusing Olympics boxing gold medalist Somluck Kamsing of sexual assault.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
TikTok announces $1.5 bn deal to restart Indonesia online shopping business
Chinese-owned short video app TikTok on Monday announced a $1.5 billion investment in GoTo group in a deal that would allow it to restart its online shop in Indonesia, the... The post TikTok announces .5 bn deal to restart Indonesia online shopping business first appeared on Thai PBS World :
Published on: 2023-12-11
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Israel bombs south Gaza after Hamas hostage threat
Israel bombed southern Gaza’s main city on Monday after Hamas warned no Israeli hostages would leave the territory alive unless its demands for prisoner releases were met. Hamas triggered the... The post Israel bombs south Gaza after Hamas hostage threat first appeared on Thai PBS World : The latest Thai
Published on: 2023-12-11
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Harmful dust pollution shrouds 50 provinces
People in 50 provinces awoke to harmful levels of ultrafine dust in the air they breath on Monday morning, according to the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda).
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Thai PM pledges support for a “People’s Constitution”
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said on Sunday that a “People’s Constitution” is the ultimate goal of the government and all of Thai society. Writing in his Constitution Day X post,... The post Thai PM pledges support for a “People’s Constitution” first appeared on Thai PBS World : The latest Thai
Published on: 2023-12-11
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A Chinese model for modernisation
China is promoting Guanxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, which lies on the border with Vietnam, as a gateway to the mainland for businesses and tourists from the Asean region.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Wages hike call irks panel
The Ministry of Labour on Sunday agreed to seek talks with the tripartite committee which approved a new minimum daily wage, after Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said the panel's decision on Friday approving an increase of 2 to 16 baht was too meagre.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Wages hike call irks panel
The Ministry of Labour on Sunday agreed to seek talks with the tripartite committee which approved a new minimum daily wage, after Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said the panel's decision on Friday approving an increase of 2 to 16 baht was too meagre.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Part of M81 to open over New Year holiday period
A section of a new motorway that will link Nonthaburi's Bang Yai district with Kanchanaburi province will be opened to motorists over the New Year holiday period, says Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
MFP ready to grill govt over 2024 spend
The opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) is ready for a debate scheduled next month on the government's budget bill for the 2024 fiscal year, according to its deputy leader.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Move Forward Party ready to grill govt over 2024 spend
The opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) is ready for a debate scheduled next month on the government's budget bill for the 2024 fiscal year, according to its deputy leader.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Ship 'killed' whale shark
A whale shark that was found dead in the sea of Krabi last Friday was believed to have died from wounds sustained from a ship's propeller, said a senior park official.
Published on: 2023-12-11
Source: Bangkok Post
Panel to review feedback on charter change
Findings from public hearings on amending the charter in all four regions of the country are ready for review by parliamentarians.
Published on: 2023-12-10
Source: Bangkok Post
Over 82,000 sign up for debt relief scheme
More than 82,000 people have signed up to the government's initiative to help distressed debtors service their obligations to informal lenders since the scheme was launched nine days ago.
Published on: 2023-12-10
Source: Bangkok Post
Over 80,000 sign up for debt relief scheme
More than 82,000 people have signed up to the government's initiative to help distressed debtors service their obligations to informal lenders since the scheme was launched nine days ago.
Published on: 2023-12-10
Source: Bangkok Post
Anti-corruption body plans public hearing on govt's 10k plan
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) is planning to hold a public hearing to gauge opinions about the government's handling of its 10,000-baht digital money handout scheme as part of the NACC's monitoring of this controversial project.
Published on: 2023-12-10
Source: Bangkok Post
Anti-corruption body plans public hearing on govt's 10k plan
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) is planning to hold a public hearing to gauge opinions about the government's handling of its 10,000-baht digital money handout scheme as part of the NACC's monitoring of this controversial project.
Published on: 2023-12-10
Source: Bangkok Post
‘Love Story’ star Ryan O’Neal dead at 82
Los Angeles, United States –  Actor and heartthrob Ryan O’Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of “Love Story” who also appeared in “Paper Moon” and “Barry Lyndon,” has died, his son said Friday. He was... The post 'Love Story' star Ryan O'Neal dead at 82 first appeared on Thai PBS World : The latest Thai
Published on: 2023-12-10
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Harmful levels of ultrafine dust in 31 provinces
About 40% of the country was blanketed with thick and harmful levels of ultrafine dust on Sunday afternoon, according to Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda).
Published on: 2023-12-10
Source: Bangkok Post
Excessive PM2.5 in 29 provinces and 84 areas in and around Bangkok today
Twenty-nine mostly central and northeastern provinces and 84 areas in and around Bangkok have excessive levels of PM2.5 dust in the atmosphere on Sunday, according to the Pollution Control Department.... The post Excessive PM2.5 in 29 provinces and 84 areas in and around Bangkok today first appeared on Thai PBS
Published on: 2023-12-10
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Chuan hopes Democrat party will rise again under new leadership
Former Democrat leader Chuan Leekpai admitted today the party has reached the lowest point in its 77-year history but he hoped it will not fall any further and will remain... The post Chuan hopes Democrat party will rise again under new leadership first appeared on Thai PBS World : The
Published on: 2023-12-10
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Chalermchai vows to turn Democrats into 'strong' opposition
Chalermchai Sri-on, the newly elected leader of the Democrat Party, has vowed to make an all-out effort to transform the party into a strong opposition.
Published on: 2023-12-10
Source: Bangkok Post
Thai Airways apologises for burning passenger with hot coffee
Thai Airways International has apologised for an incident where hot coffee was spilled on a passenger, causing serious burns.
Published on: 2023-12-10
Source: Bangkok Post
Prisoner who escaped after penis surgery recaptured
CHON BURI: A prisoner who escaped from the surgical ward of Bang Lamung Hospital after undergoing surgery for a penis infection on Saturday has been recaptured, the Department of Corrections announced on Sunday.
Published on: 2023-12-10
Source: Bangkok Post
Bangkok pub closed for 5 years after 120 patrons failed drug tests last night
A pub in Bangkok’s Ram Inthra area was ordered closed for five years as an initial penalty after it was found to have been operating with an expired license for... The post Bangkok pub closed for 5 years after 120 patrons failed drug tests last night first appeared on Thai
Published on: 2023-12-10
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Convict found hiding in Chon Buri hospital where he was being treated
Police in Chon Buri province have re-apprehended a convict who, with the help of his wife, had escaped from his guarded hospital bed. The 37-year-old prisoner, serving time for theft,... The post Convict found hiding in Chon Buri hospital where he was being treated first appeared on Thai PBS World
Published on: 2023-12-10
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Scores of drug users found in Anutin-led Bangkok pub raid
A total of 122 pub goers were tested positive for drugs in a raid on a pub in Bangkok's Lat Phrao district led by Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul in the small hours on Sunday, Interior Ministry spokesperson Traisuree Taisoranakul said.
Published on: 2023-12-10
Source: Bangkok Post
Desperation for the homeless on the streets of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States – When Carlos Schmidt beds down on the hard streets of Los Angeles, he has nothing but a backpack and an old blanket, like thousands of other homeless people... The post Desperation for the homeless on the streets of Los Angeles first appeared on Thai PBS World : The
Published on: 2023-12-10
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Source: Marisa Chimprabha (World)