In a bid to boost tourism numbers, Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has ordered a review of a rule which prohibits the sale of alcoholic beverages in the afternoon, a move that has been welcomed by restaurant operators as well as other business associations. “This is our tourism year, so we need to review these … Continue reading Thai govt to end ban on afternoon alcohol sale
Organisers of Hong Kong singer-actor Eason Chan's ongoing Fears And Dreams tour announced on Friday (Jan 10) that the Bangkok leg of the tour would be cancelled, following "safety concerns". Scheduled to take place at Thailand's Impact Arena on Feb 22, the show had already sold out. In a statement on social media platform Weibo, the organisers … Continue reading Why popular musician Eason Chan cancelled Bangkok concert
Powerful criminal networks in Southeast Asia extensively use the messaging app Telegram which has enabled a fundamental change in the way organised crime can conduct large-scale illicit activity, the United Nations said in a report this week. The report represents the latest allegations to be levied against the controversial encrypted app since France, using a … Continue reading Telegram app hosts ‘underground markets’ for Southeast Asian crime gangs -UN
Local actor Romeo Tan has had enough.PHOTO: Instagram/Romeo Tan Being famous comes with its highs and lows. Unfortunately for local actor Romeo Tan, he can't seem to avoid having his name and likeness being continuously exploited by others online. Earlier today (Oct 8), the 39-year-old posted a series of Instagram Stories (IGS) of his interaction with … Continue reading GET A LIFE: Romeo Tan’s advice to aggressive fan
At least six people have died and more than 20 have been hospitalised in Thailand after drinking methanol-laced bootleg alcohol, authorities said on Wednesday (Aug 28). The deaths happened mainly in the Khlong Sam Wa district on the northwest edge of Bangkok, where authorities found 19 illegal roadside alcohol stands, the Thai capital's administration said. … Continue reading 20 Hospitalized, 6 dead after drinking bootleg liquor – and why you should avoid it
Five Chinese nationals were confirmed dead in a small plane crash in Thailand's eastern province of Chachoengsao on Thursday, the Chinese embassy in Thailand told Xinhua, citing Thai authorities. A search and rescue operation is underway after the charter flight carrying two pilots and seven passengers on board crashed into a mangrove forest at around … Continue reading 5 Chinese travelers die in Thai plane crash
Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn has appointed Paetongtarn Shinawatra as the country's prime minister, Secretary-General of the House of Representatives Arpath Sukhanunth announced on Sunday. https://twitter.com/prdthailand/status/1825051632326803553 In a ceremony held on Sunday morning at the Pheu Thai Party headquarters, Arpath delivered the royal command stating that Paetongtarn has been appointed premier as she received majority support … Continue reading Thai King appoints Shinawatra as new Prime Minister
Music industry veteran Ken Lim Chih Chiang took the stand in his own defence on Monday (Jul 22) in his ongoing trial for making sexual comments to an aspiring singer-songwriter in 2012. Lim, best known for his Hype Records label and for being a judge on Singapore Idol, called the woman's allegations "blatant" lies, saying that what … Continue reading Ken Lim in sexual comments trial blames accuser for telling ‘blatant lies’
An 80-year-old man who has been on the run for 27 years has been arrested at Heathrow Airport, police said. Richard Burrows was arrested on Thursday after returning to the UK from Thailand, a spokesman for Cheshire Police said. He has been remanded in custody and is due to appear at Chester Crown Court on Tuesday. Richard Burrows. Pic: … Continue reading WANTED MAN FOR 27 YEARS: Police arrest 80-year-old suspect at Heathrow Airport
Red lanterns are hung high over Yaowarat Road, where Chinatown in the Thai capital of Bangkok is located, and shops are well prepared, as it is a golden opportunity to cater to Chinese tourists coming here to spend their Lunar New Year holidays. "Bangkok's Chinatown hosts a variety of activities for the Chinese New Year, … Continue reading Visa-free travel to boost tourism for China, Thailand
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