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AFP Fact Check: false Coronavirus stories spread
Gary Boyle, Published on 29/01/2020
» PARIS - A deadly novel coronavirus outbreak, which has infected more than 4,500 people and spread to 15 countries since emerging in China, has also spawned many false claims on social media.
Thai tourists avoid Hong Kong
Gary Boyle, Published on 09/09/2019
» The number of Thai visitors to stay overnight in Hong Kong fell in July as the China-controlled territory is battered by prolonged protests calling for democracy.
Rescue dog heads to new home in Khon Kaen
Gary Boyle, Published on 29/04/2019
» Seafaring dog Boonrod is heading to a new life in Khon Kaen with his new owner -- one of the oil rig workers who rescued him from the ocean in a story that captured international attention.
April Fool's Day (UPDATED)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 01/04/2015
» April Fools Day has come and gone. Once again, Google made the biggest splash, but an Uber announcement here in Thailand caught the world's interest as well.
Eagle snatching child video fools the world
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 14/04/2013
» That YouTube video showing an eagle swooping down to snatch a child playing in a park is still getting millions of views even after it was discovered to be a hoax. (Video included)
Was a red card justified?
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 06/03/2013
» Just about everyone agrees that Nani’s boot was high, but was the Manchester United player's action reckless enough to get him sent off? Sportswriters are speaking out on the referee’s game-changing decision.
Happy hacker (updated)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 21/01/2013
» When alleged cyber-criminal Hamza Bendelladj was arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport on January 6, all he could do was smile. He has remained out of sight since then and only a few details have emerged on his case.
Asiatique public relations disaster? (updated)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 16/12/2012
» The opening of the 60-metre Asiatique Sky wheel at the night bazaar turned into disaster when the foreign community learned they must pay more to ride. Update: Dual pricing now rescinded
Paula is back
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 26/03/2012
» Actress, model and new-mother Paula Taylor has been spending more time in Bangkok recently. Here’s an update on what she has been up to.
Motorcycle taxi driver, citizen journalist
Published on 16/02/2012
» The first to post photos of Tuesday’s bombing on Sukhumvit Soi 71, motorcycle taxi driver, Dejchat Puangket, is now something of a celebrity.