Yearly Archives: 2014
EC disqualifies 87 party-list MP candidates
BANGKOK, 6 January 2014 The Election Commission (EC) has resolved to disqualify a total of 87 MP candidates for the party-list system while...
BMA braces itself for “Shutdown Bangkok”
BANGKOK, 6 January 2014 The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has prepared measures to deal with anti-government protesters' "Shutdown Bangkok" operation. The BMA said...
THAI: Passengers recommended to leave for airport early on 13 Jan
Due to the anti-government protesters' plan to occupy Bangkok on January 13, 2014, traffic in Bangkok might be closed in some areas. Passengers...
Police clarify shootings at Thai-Japanese stadium
BANGKOK, Jan 7 – Thai forensic police have disclosed their latest evidence which confirmed that gunshots aimed at anti-government protesters at Thai-Japanese stadium on...
DSI seeking arrest warrants for 33 more protesters
BANGKOK, Jan 6 - The Criminal Court will be asked to issue arrest warrants for 33 political protesters, raising the number of suspects seen...
Businessmen prepared for ‘Bangkok shutdown’
BANGKOK, Jan 7 – Thailand's private sector is urging other sectors in Thai society to work together to resolve the escalating political unrest in...
‘Bangkok shutdown’ focuses on 7 significant areas
BANGKOK, Jan 7 – The “Bangkok shutdown” on January 13 will zero in on seven major locations in the capital, according to protest leader...
Don Chedi Memorial and Red Cross Fair
Date: 18 January to 1 February 2014 Venue: Don Chedi Monument, Don Chedi district, Suphan Buri Suphan Buri province is holding its annual major...
Mae Hong Son Winter Carnival 2014
Date: 24 January to 2 February 2014 Venue: Muang district, Mae Hong Son Enjoy colourful parades of various hill tribes and school orchestra bands,...
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From tourists to residents, Thailand is quietly changing
PATTAYA. Thailand - Thailand has always been good at attracting people. For decades, visitors have come for the obvious reasons: climate, affordability, food, and...
From imagination to reality, Pattaya unveils a striking new art wall landmark
PATTAYA, Thailand – What began as a creative idea on a screen has now become a real-world landmark in the heart of Pattaya. A...
When danger is everywhere, Pattaya motorcycle crashes no longer shock
PATTAYA, Thailand – A late-night fatal crash involving a foreign motorcyclist near Mabprachan Reservoir has once again exposed the uncomfortable reality of road safety...
Pattaya’s road repairs promise smooth travel but deliver bumps and frustration
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya City has repeatedly promised smoother, safer roads, but for many residents and daily road users, the reality on the ground...
Cyber Police bust illegal e-cigarette production hub run by Chinese national in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand — Cyber Crime Police have dismantled a large-scale illegal e-cigarette operation in central Pattaya, arresting a Chinese national and seizing thousands of...