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Political activists set Sunday for show of force against Amnesty Bill
BANGKOK, Oct 21 – Several Bangkok civil society groups are voicing opposition to the government’s move for an Amnesty Bill favouring, among others, Thailand's...
PM fears protests might be intensified
BANGKOK, 15 October 2013 Prime Minister Yingkuck Shinawatra has expressed concerns that the ongoing anti-government might escalate and called on the protesters to talk...
Chalerm says Akeyuth’s death unrelated to politics
BANGKOK, June 12 – Deputy Prime Minister Chalerm Yubamrung today abruptly ruled out any political motive behind the death of businessman Akeyuth Anchanbutr. ...
PM kicks off 3rd phase of village fund in Northeast
BUENG KAN, May 16 - Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra on Thursday launched the third phase of her government's village fund in the northeastern...
PM defends her controversial speech in Mongolia
BANGKOK, 30 April 2013 Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has explained her special lecture given during the recent Conference of the Community of Democracies...
Abhisit slams Thai government on amnesty move
BANGKOK, April 20 – Thailand’s opposition leader has warned that the government-sponsored Amnesty Bill will lead the country backwards and result in political...
Independent network backs peace dialogue for South
BANGKOK, March 27 – A civic group in Thailand’s far South has submitted an open letter to the government, advocating support for tomorrow’s...
Academics: Amnesty law important but public participation needed
BANGKOK, 25 March 2013 Academics participating in a discussion on the amnesty law agreed that an amnesty law is important, but suggested that...
PM Yingluck turns down rumors of upcoming Cabinet reshuffle
BANGKOK, 13 March 2013 The Prime Minister has turned down rumors, which suggested another round of Cabinet reshuffle is now on the horizon. ...
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Finnish tourist alleges drink spiking and theft of Rolex in Pattaya hotel room
PATTAYA, Thailand – A Finnish tourist has filed a police report after allegedly being drugged and robbed of cash and a luxury watch in...
Pattaya Mayor clears air over ‘dirty water’ concerns at beach showers, orders daily inspections
PATTAYA, Thailand – The mayor of Pattaya has moved quickly to address public concerns after images of stagnant water at a beach shower point...
Pattaya Walking Street brawl raises questions over who the tourists really were
PATTAYA, Thailand – A late-night altercation on Walking Street Pattaya has ignited strong reactions among readers; with many questioning whether those involved were genuinely...
Pattaya clarifies delays in Bali Hai public toilet project after contractor issues and failed...
PATTAYA, Thailand – The city of Pattaya has addressed continued delays in the construction of a public restroom facility at Bali Hai Pier, confirming...
Pattaya Mayor backs September mega exhibition to drive visitors and revenue
PATTAYA, Thailand – The mayor of Pattaya is pushing forward plans for a large-scale trade exhibition aimed at stimulating tourism and economic activity in...