Article Archive
Port Authority Refutes Private Sector Poll, Denies Ranking Second for Bribery Amounts, Asserts Transparency and Accountability
Thailand's Port Authority rejected a private sector survey ranking it second for bribery amounts, citing its 287,000 annual transactions processed through electronic systems designed to reduce corruption since 2015.
Parliament Overwhelmingly Approves 34 Draft Laws with 611-3 Vote, Moving Forward in Legislative Process
Parliament approved 34 draft laws in a single collective vote with overwhelming support (611-3), advancing them through the legislative process under constitutional procedures on May 15.
Phraratchadap Warns Government Won't Endorse Any Bills if Insincere; Abhisit Counters
The government warned it would not endorse bills insincerely during a May 15 parliamentary session, with Minister Phraratchadap defending selective approval of 34 bills while opposition MP Abhisit sought clarification on the endorsement pro
Vietnam's Economic Strength Supports 'Amata City Phu Tho' Project to Attract Foreign Direct Investment
Amata Vietnam reported Q1 revenue of 688 million baht, down 19% due to reduced land transfers, but maintains stable utility income as it develops the Amata City Phu Tho industrial park to capitalize on Vietnam's strong 7.83% economic growth
Senate committee pushes Phuket marine infrastructure upgrade
PHUKET: The Senate Committee on Tourism and Sports visited Phuket on Friday (May 15) to accelerate solutions to key marine tourism infrastructure issues as Thailand moves ahead with plans to position itself as an ASEAN cruise hub.
Crab Sculpture Costing 1.38 Million Baht Per Unit Collapses as Residents Criticize Abandoned 120 Million Baht Tourism Project
A 1.38 million baht crab sculpture collapsed at a Trang intersection after years of neglect, revealing poor construction with corroded steel and cracked welds, as residents criticize the abandoned 120 million baht tourism project launched i
The Other Side of the 'Lord of the Jungle': When Most Tigers Aren't Actually in the Wild
Thailand holds far more captive tigers in tourist facilities than wild ones—roughly 1,600 in farms and attractions versus 179–223 in nature—raising concerns about animal welfare and the misleading message sent to visitors about wildlife saf
Cool Factor! 19-Year-Old Chinese Guy Sells Fried Rice in Suit at Night Market, Lines of Customers, Monthly Income Surges to 240,000 Baht
A 19-year-old Chinese entrepreneur in Shandong has gone viral selling fried rice in a suit at night markets, earning roughly 240,000 baht monthly through eye-catching cooking performances inspired by anime character Sanji.
Deputy PM Supa Juea Leads Thai Entertainment Delegation to Cannes Film Market, Targets 1.4 Billion Baht in Orders
Thailand's Deputy PM led a delegation of 15 entertainment companies to the Cannes Film Market, aiming to secure 1.4 billion baht in trade orders through business partnerships with international film industry players.
Mai Ratchanok Falls to Japanese Opponent, Exits Thailand Open at Quarterfinal Stage
World No. 7 Mai Ratchanok Intanon lost to Japan's Hina Akeshi in straight sets at the Toyota Thailand Open quarterfinals on May 15, ending her bid for the title.
iBlonc Launches Fragrant Perfume Series Body Lotion with Sunscreen
iBlonc has launched a new fragrant body lotion with sunscreen in Snowy Fresh scent, featuring six natural extracts and UV protection for everyday wear. The product is available in 300g and 60g sizes through major online retailers.
140 Blacktip Reef Sharks Spotted Displaying at Maya Bay Beach
A record 140 blacktip reef sharks were documented in Maya Bay during May surveys, with the Krabi bay serving as a critical breeding and nursery ground evidenced by increasing numbers of juveniles and newborns.