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Bangkok’s water flow to be tested early next month
BANGKOK, AUG 29 – Science and Technology Minister Plodprasop Suraswadi told the capital's residents Wednesday to remain calm when government technicians test the...
Ex-PM Thaksin, Suriya off the hook in CTX9000 scam
BANGKOK, Aug 28 – Thailand's National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) voted unanimously to clear former premier Thaksin Shinawatra and then transport minister Suriya Juengrungruangkit from...
Real estate business improves after last year’s floods
BANGKOK, Aug 23 - Housing Business Association chairman Isara Boonyang said the real estate business has expanded some 10-15 per cent after last...
Finance Ministry not proposing changes in vehicle tax structure
BANGKOK, Aug 24 - Deputy Finance Minister Thanusak Lek-uthai said the ministry will not yet propose vehicular tax structure changes for Cabinet consideration...
2012 investment promotion applications expected to hit record Bt800 billion
BANGKOK, Aug 24 - Industry Minister Pongsvas Svasti said Friday that he was certain investment promotion applications would hit a record Bt800 billion, higher...
Arms supply reinforcement for deep South needed
BANGKOK, Aug 23 - Defence Minister Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Sukumpol Suwanatat on Thursday instructed the Defence Ministry’s research unit and the three...
Cambodia’s frustration with Thai treatment of Khmer Muslims soothed
BANGKOK, Aug 24 – A senior Thai military officer on Thursday brushed aside Cambodia’s dissatisfaction over the thorough inspection of Cambodian Muslims entering...
Thai crewman abducted in Nigeria freed
BANGKOK, Aug 24 - Thailand’s Foreign Minister announced that a Thai crewman who was kidnapped by pirates off the Nigerian coast early this month...
Government and state enterprise premises off limits for alcoholic drinks
BANGKOK, Aug 24 - A new regulation prohibiting the sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages on the premises of government offices and state...
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Will Pattaya’s high season rescue local livelihoods or leave them struggling
PATTAYA, Thailand – October brings the familiar anticipation of Pattaya’s high season, with tourism businesses hoping more international visitors will fill hotel rooms, restaurants,...
7 health benefits of mushrooms beyond their delicious taste
BANGKOK, Thailand – Mushrooms are a familiar ingredient in many dishes, from Thai soups and stir-fries to salads and healthy meals. Loved for their...
Lost iPhone 13 found in Pattaya rubbish bin with help from Tourist Police
PATTAYA, Thailand – A tourist from Israel has recovered a lost iPhone 13 after Pattaya Tourist Police and Tourist Assistance Centre (TAC) staff helped...
Pattaya Tourist Police stand by injured volunteer, proving no one is left behind
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya Tourist Police have shown that their team spirit extends beyond duty, visiting an injured volunteer at his family’s food shop...
Pattaya ensures families and tour groups return safely from Koh Larn in choppy seas
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya Tourist Police assisted tourists arriving at Bali Hai Pier from Koh Larn around sunset on October 12, helping ensure safe...