Yearly Archives: 2016
In wake of Thai king’s death, grief is black and white
Bangkok (AP) - In the wake of HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s death, Thais are expressing their grief in black and white.
Ever since the palace...
When HM the King ascended, Thailand wasn’t even Thailand
Bangkok (AP) - Thailand has undergone a dramatic transformation over HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej ’s 70-year reign, largely propelled by one of the world’s...
Recommendations regarding Mourning Period for His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej
Thailand is now in an official period of mourning following the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
In this regard, the Tourism Authority of...
Statement by U.S. Ambassador Glyn Davies
On behalf of the United States of America and all Americans in Thailand, I offer heartfelt condolences on the passing of His Majesty the...
Today in History – Friday, Oct. 21, 2016
Today is Friday, Oct. 21, the 295th day of 2016. There are 71 days left in the year.
Today's Highlight in History:
On Oct. 21, 1966,...
Whole nation makes merit marking the seventh day of the passing...
Thai people nationwide yesterday held merit-making ceremonies for His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej to mark the seventh day after their beloved King passed away...
Officials and civilians make merits and offer alms to monks to...
Merit-making ceremonies were staged by government and private sectors across the country on Wednesday to mark the 7th day of the passing of His...
Australian TV network apologizes for “disrespectful” content
An Australian TV network has apologized to Thailand and its people for the content of a weekly TV show which allegedly ridiculed the Thai...
Embassy of India offers prayers to His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej
BANGKOK -The Embassy of India is offering prayers and paying its respects to His Majesty the late King of Thailand on Thursday 20th Oct...
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Beziehungen in Pattaya sind klarer, als viele glauben
PATTAYA, Thailand – Kaum eine Frage wird in Pattaya so häufig gestellt – und so schlecht beantwortet – wie diese: Gibt es hier alleinstehende...
Thailand erhebt ab dem ersten Baht Steuern auf Online-Importe, um fairen Wettbewerb zu sichern
PATTAYA, Thailand – Thailand hat zum 1. Januar offiziell mit der Erhebung von Steuern auf alle online importierten Waren ab dem ersten Baht begonnen...
After the countdown, tourists question whether Pattaya is a beach paradise or a dumping...
PATTAYA, Thailand – The fireworks had barely faded when Pattaya Beach revealed a very different New Year scene. As tourists woke on January 1...
Jomtien’s deadly curve strikes again, Russian motorcyclist killed
PATTAYA, Thailand – A Russian motorcyclist was killed and his friend injured after their motorcycle lost control and crashed into the central median at...
Fireworks not a free-for-all Pattaya officials step in on safety
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya authorities have issued a renewed public safety warning urging tourists and residents to refrain from setting off fireworks themselves during...